Thursday - September 3, 2026

News Tipoffs - Texas Editors

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2027 Toyota C-HR Puts Sporty, Stylish Spin on the Compact Electric SUV
PLANO, Texas, Aug. 6 [Category: BizTransportation] -- Toyota Motor Sales USA posted the following news: * * * 2027 Toyota C-HR Puts Sporty, Stylish Spin on the Compact Electric SUV * * Coupe-Like Profile and Compact SUV Design for Stylish Utility * Spirited Battery Electric Performance with Dual-Motors, All-Wheel Drive, and 338 Total System Horsepower * 287 Mile Manufacturer Estimated Range Rating on SE Grade * North American Charging Standard (NACS) Charge Port for DC Fast-Charging C  more
Abbott Laboratories Seeks FTZ Production Authority for Diagnostic Medical Devices in Texas
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 (TNSFR) -- Abbott Laboratories has notified the U.S. Department of Commerce Foreign-Trade Zones Board of its proposed production activity at its facility in Irving, Texas, within Foreign-Trade Zone 39, seeking authority to manufacture a broad range of diagnostic medical devices and related components under Foreign-Trade Zone procedures. The notification, received by the board on August 3, 2026, was filed under the Foreign-Trade Zones Board's production regulations. If approve  more
Air Force Medical Command leaders advise DAF program personnel on True North+ progress
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Aug. 5 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * Air Force Medical Command leaders advise DAF program personnel on True North+ progress * FALLS CHURCH, Virginia - Air Force Medical Command leaders said True North+ will reach full operational capability in October 2026 while sharing implementation guidance with Department of Air Force leaders July 21, 2026. More than 400 DAF commanders and program personnel   more
Alvarez, Elimelech elected to European Academy of Engineering
HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 6 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Alvarez, Elimelech elected to European Academy of Engineering * Pedro J.J. Alvarez and Menachem Elimelech, professors in Rice University's Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, have been elected full members of the European Academy of Engineering. The academy announced its 2026 class of 147 newly elected members Aug. 3. Alvarez and Elimelech were recognized for research that has advanced water tr  more
American Airlines and Infinium Announce Commercial Passenger Flight Powered by ESAF
FORT WORTH, Texas, Aug. 7 -- American Airlines posted the following news on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * American Airlines and Infinium announce commercial passenger flight powered by eSAF Milestone flight demonstrates real-world deployment of ultra-low carbon electrofuels produced at Project Pathfinder from waste CO and renewable energy. CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas -- American Airlines and Infinium today announced its first delivery of electro sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF) to a commercial airport for u  more
Attorney General James Secures More Than 280,000 Eggs for Rochester Families
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 5 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Secures More Than 280,000 Eggs for Rochester Families * New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced the delivery of more than 280,000 eggs to Foodlink in Rochester as part of a bipartisan multistate settlement with Cal-Maine Foods (Cal-Maine), Versova/Centrum (Versova), and Hickman's Egg Ranch (Hickman's) for years of price fixing. A multistate inves  more
Attorney General Liz Murrill's Louisiana Bureau of Investigation Arrests Houston Man for Stealing More Than $43,000 in Louisiana State Employees' Retirement Benefits
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, Aug. 6 -- Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill issued the following news: * * * Attorney General Liz Murrill's Louisiana Bureau of Investigation Arrests Houston Man for Stealing More Than $43,000 in Louisiana State Employees' Retirement Benefits * Attorney General Liz Murrill's Louisiana Bureau of Investigation (LBI) agents arrested a Houston man on felony charges after an investigation revealed he fraudulently received more than $43,000 in Louisiana State Employees  more
Attorney General Paxton Finalizes Historic Settlement with Texas Children's Hospital, Creating First-Ever Detransition Clinic and Securing Nearly $10 Million for Texas
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 5 -- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Paxton Finalizes Historic Settlement with Texas Children's Hospital, Creating First-Ever Detransition Clinic and Securing Nearly $10 Million for Texas * Attorney General Ken Paxton's historic settlement agreement with Texas Children's Hospital ("Texas Children's") has been fully executed. In May, Attorney General Paxton secured the landmark settlement with Texas Children's, w  more
Award-winning broadcast journalist Scott Pelley to receive Poynter Medal for Lifetime Achievement in Journalism
ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, Aug. 6 [Category: Media] -- The Poynter Institute posted the following news release: * * * Award-winning broadcast journalist Scott Pelley to receive Poynter Medal for Lifetime Achievement in Journalism * The Poynter Institute, a global leader in journalism, will honor award-winning journalist, bestselling author and longtime television news anchor and correspondent Scott Pelley with the 2026 Poynter Medal for Lifetime Achievement in Journalism at the Bowtie Ball in   more
Baylor University: History Professor Honored as 2026 Piper Professor for State of Texas
WACO, Texas, Aug. 7 -- Baylor University issued the following news: * * * History Professor Honored as a 2026 Piper Professor for State of Texas Stephen M. Sloan, Ph.D., recognized by The Minnie Stevens Piper Foundation for dedication to teaching and outstanding academic, scientific and scholarly achievement By Lori Fogleman, Media & Public Relations, Lori_Fogleman@baylor.edu Baylor University history professor Stephen M. Sloan, Ph.D., who also serves as director of the Institute for Oral H  more
Bell 505 Helicopters Face Mandatory Tail Rotor Inspection Under FAA Safety Rule
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration has adopted a final airworthiness directive requiring inspections of certain Bell Textron Canada Ltd., Fort Worth, Texas, Model 505 helicopters after identifying a production issue involving the installation of a washer on the tail rotor pitch link assembly that could compromise flight safety. The rule becomes effective September 10, 2026, and applies to Bell 505 helicopters identified in Transpo  more
BLM Proposes Reinstatement of New Mexico Oil, Gas Lease
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management proposes to reinstate competitive oil and gas lease NMNM142036 in Eddy County, New Mexico, following a petition from Petro-Quest Oil and Gas LP, Kerrville, Texas. The lessee paid all required rental, administrative fees and publication costs, and no other leases affect the lands. The proposal would reinstate the lease effective October 1, 2024, for the remainder of its primary term with rental increased  more
Bracewell Advises British Solar Renewables on pound sterling130 Million Financing From Eiffel Investment Group
HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 7 -- Bracewell, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Bracewell Advises British Solar Renewables on pound sterling130 Million Financing From Eiffel Investment Group LONDON - Bracewell (UK) LLP advised British Solar Renewables (BSR) securing up to pound sterling130 million in financing from the French private credit house, Eiffel Investment Group, supporting continued investment across their renewable energy portfolio in the UK and Australia. This mezzanine  more
Bracewell Advises SpaceX on Economic Development Tax Incentives for Terafab Facility
HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 7 -- Bracewell, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Bracewell Advises SpaceX on Economic Development Tax Incentives for Terafab Facility DALLAS - Bracewell LLP advised Space Exploration Technologies Corp (SpaceX) on economic development tax incentives for its Terafab facility, a vertically integrated semiconductor fabrication plant to be constructed in Grimes County, Texas. The initial phase of the Terafab project represents a capital investment of more   more
Building an Efficient Offensive Game Plan Through Organization and Situational Football
WACO, Texas, Aug. 5 [Category: Sports] -- The American Football Coaches Association posted the following news: * * * Building an Efficient Offensive Game Plan Through Organization and Situational Football * At the 2026 AFCA Convention, Kentucky State Offensive Coordinator Steve Wallace Jr. shared the organizational process behind building an efficient offensive game plan. Rather than focusing on a single offensive concept, Wallace centered his presentation on creating a weekly system that si  more
BY THE DOZEN: DCCC Expands Battlefield Map With 12 New Offensive Targets
WASHINGTON, Aug. 5 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * BY THE DOZEN: DCCC Expands Battlefield Map With 12 New Offensive Targets * This morning, the DCCC unveiled 12 new offensive additions to House Democrats' Districts in Play for the 2026 cycle, bringing the total number of districts to 58. The latest additions to the Districts in Play list include four open seats as a result of the historic GOP retirements, four districts in states t  more
Carbon Capture Tax Credit: Actions Needed to Improve Federal Administration and Evaluation of Tax Expenditure
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Government Accountability Office issued the following report: * * * Carbon Capture Tax Credit: Actions Needed to Improve Federal Administration and Evaluation of Tax Expenditure * #Fast Facts Carbon capture technology can reduce carbon in the atmosphere by storing it underground or using it to make products like concrete or jet fuel. The 45Q tax credit was created to incentivize development of this technology. But some taxpayers have difficulty claiming   more
Cargo Theft Losses More Than Double to $304 Million in Q2 Despite a Drop in Thefts, Driven by High-Value Metals and Technology Heists
JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, Aug. 7 -- Verisk Analytics Inc., a data analytics provider, issued the following news on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * Cargo Theft Losses More Than Double to $304 Million in Q2 Despite a Drop in Thefts, Driven by High-Value Metals and Technology Heists Verisk CargoNet records 677 incidents in the second quarter of 2026, down 26 percent year over year, while sophisticated cargo theft schemes more than doubled estimated losses Key Takeaways * Verisk CargoNet documented 677 inci  more
Castro Statement on $150 Million Award to Burke Law Group to Represent Unaccompanied Minors in ORR Care
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Castro Statement on $150 Million Award to Burke Law Group to Represent Unaccompanied Minors in ORR Care SAN ANTONIO, TX -Today, Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20) released the following statement: "The Burke Law Group was just awarded a non-competitive $150 million contract to provide legal services to thousands of unaccompanied minors in ORR care. "This isn't a small contract. Yet their founder, M  more
CCRKBA WIN: FED. JUDGE SAYS SUPPRESSOR, SBR NFA REGISTRATION UNCONSTITUTIONAL
BELLEVUE, Washington, Aug. 5 [Category: Political] -- The Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms issued the following news release: * * * CCRKBA WIN: FED. JUDGE SAYS SUPPRESSOR, SBR NFA REGISTRATION UNCONSTITUTIONAL * A federal judge in Texas has ruled the 1934 National Firearms Act's (NFA) registration requirement, which has remained in force despite repeal of the enabling $200 tax, is unconstitutional, handing a victory to the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Be  more
Cisco Chief Architect Everson Testifies Before Senate Commerce, Science & Transportation Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Media released the following written testimony by Bob Everson, chief architect of provider mobility at Cisco, from a July 30, 2026, hearing entitled "Intelligent Networks: Powering Artificial Intelligence and Transforming Communications": * * * 1. Introduction. Chairman Fischer, Ranking Member Lujan, Chairman Cruz, Ranking Member Cantwell, and distinguished Senators, thank you for the   more
Commerce Committee Advances Kids Online Safety Legislation
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release on Aug. 5, 2026: * * * Commerce Committee Advances Kids Online Safety Legislation Today, the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation advanced four measures relating to kids' online safety and Coast Guard promotions. The following actions were taken during today's Executive Session: Agreed to by voice vote: S. 1748, K  more
Constellation Reports 2nd Quarter 2026 Results
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Aug. 7 -- Constellation, a retail supplier of power, natural gas and energy products and services for homes and businesses, issued the following news release on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * Constellation Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results Earnings Release Highlights * GAAP Net Income of $1.42 per share and Adjusted (non-GAAP) Operating Earnings of $2.55 per share for the second quarter of 2026 * Raising full-year Adjusted (non-GAAP) Operating Earnings guidance range to $11.50 -  more
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Easter LED Headbands
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert: * * * Name of Product: Easter LED Headbands Hazard: The recalled headbands violate the mandatory safety standard for toys with button cell and coin batteries because the lithium coin batteries can be accessed easily by children, posing an ingestion hazard. When button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, internal chemical burns, and death. Remedy  more
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Vanderhall Brawley GTS Electric Recreational Off Highway Vehicles
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert: * * * Name of Product: Vanderhall Brawley GTS electric recreational off highway vehicles Hazard: The recalled recreational off highway vehicle can maintain speed or accelerate when the accelerator pedal is released, posing a risk of serious injury or death from a crash hazard. Remedy: Repair Recall Date: August 06, 2026 Units: About 210 Consumer Contact: Vanderhall North America, LLC by email a  more
CS18: a new drug that can potentially overcome cancer drug resistance
HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 5 -- The Baylor College of Medicine posted the following news: * * * CS18: a new drug that can potentially overcome cancer drug resistance * Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine have developed a drug called CS18 that disrupts the ability of cancer cells to survive therapy. The findings, published in Science Advances, support exploring the possibility of using CS18 to treat human cancer in the future. "Therapeutic resistance is a main obstacle to achieve effective a  more
EEOC Sues KLLM Transport Services LLC and KLLM Driving Academy, Inc. for Companywide Sex Discrimination
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued the following news release: * * * EEOC Sues KLLM Transport Services LLC and KLLM Driving Academy, Inc. for Companywide Sex Discrimination Federal agency says trucking company discriminated against female student drivers in its training and pay practices DALLAS -KLLM Transport Services LLC, a nationwide trucking company, and its subsidiary, KLLM Driving Academy, Inc., which operate driver training academies in Lancaster,  more
Energy & Water Development & Related Agencies Appropriations - Funding History & Agency Descriptions Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 3)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49046) on July 27, 2026, entitled "Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations - Funding History and Agency Descriptions:" (Continued from Part 1 of 3) * * * Department of Energy The E&W regular appropriations acts typically have funded nearly all DOE programs./20 Major DOE activities are authorized under multiple energy statutes and include the following: * research an  more
Energy & Water Development & Related Agencies Appropriations - Funding History & Agency Descriptions Topic of CRS Report (Part 3 of 3)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49046) on July 27, 2026, entitled "Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations - Funding History and Agency Descriptions:" (Continued from Part 2 of 3) * * * Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E) ARPA-E is a DOE office authorized by the America COMPETES Act (P.L. 110-69) to support transformational technological advances in energy technology research "in ar  more
Environmental Defense Fund Expert Testimony Finds Entergy Has Failed to Justify Its Proposed $4.1 Billion Investment in Two New Louisiana Gas Plants
NEW YORK, Aug. 7 -- The Environmental Defense Fund posted the following news release on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * EDF expert testimony finds Entergy has failed to justify its proposed $4.1 billion investment in two new Louisiana gas plants Entergy's pause on costly Texas power plant underscores why regulators should require a full comparison of alternatives before approval * What's new: EDF expert testimony finds Entergy has not demonstrated that its proposed $4.1 billion investment in two new gas  more
Federal Court Strikes Down Unconstitutional Firearm Registration Regulations in Win for West Virginia
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Aug. 5 -- West Virginia Attorney General John B. McCuskey posted the following news release: * * * Federal Court Strikes Down Unconstitutional Firearm Registration Regulations in Win for West Virginia * CHARLESTON, WV -Today, Attorney General JB McCuskey announced a major win for gun owners in West Virginia. A federal judge has ruled in favor of West Virginia and 14 other states in a lawsuit challenging the National Firearms Act (NFA). The decision deems the NFA's   more
First full zoysia grass genetic blueprint opens doors for drought-tolerant turf
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 6 -- Texas A&M University, a component of the public university system in Texas, posted the following news from its agriculture program: * * * First full zoysia grass genetic blueprint opens doors for drought-tolerant turf * A new genomic resource by the Texas A&M AgriLife Research plant genomics team is providing a powerful new foundation for faster, more precise turfgrass genetics and breeding. The team discovered a breakthrough genome that finally reveals the full gene  more
Fisher Phillips Partner, Amy M. Stewart, Becomes Chair of ABA Litigation Section
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 7 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Fisher Phillips Partner, Amy M. Stewart, Becomes Chair of ABA Litigation Section Fisher Phillips is pleased to announce that Dallas-Fort Worth-based partner, Amy M. Stewart, has become Chair of the American Bar Association (ABA) Litigation Section, the country's largest association of litigators and trial attorneys. Amy assumes this leadership role for the 2026-2027 bar year after most recently serving a  more
Frost and Sullivan: Waste-To-Energy Systems - Turning Waste Into a Strategic Energy and Circular Economy Opportunity
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Aug. 7 -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release: * * * Waste-to-Energy Systems: Turning Waste into a Strategic Energy and Circular Economy Opportunity This blog is based on the analysis titled, "Growth Opportunities Emerging from Waste-to-energy Systems," authored by Frost & Sullivan's growth expert, Sukriti Mahna, from the TechVision--Megatrends team. E  more
GIFFORDS reacts to federal court striking down background checks for firearm silencers, short-barreled rifles and shotguns
WASHINGTON, Aug. 5 [Category: Political] -- Giffords, an organization dedicated to saving lives from gun violence, posted the following news release: * * * GIFFORDS reacts to federal court striking down background checks for firearm silencers, short-barreled rifles and shotguns * WASHINGTON -GIFFORDS Law Center, the legal arm of the national gun violence prevention group GIFFORDS, released the following statement after the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas struck down th  more
Governor Abbott Announces Over $3.3 million in Grants to East Texas Area Veteran Service Organizations
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 6 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Announces Over $3.3 million in Grants to East Texas Area Veteran Service Organizations * Governor Greg Abbott today announced $3,307,000 in Funds for Veterans' Assistance (FVA) grants have been awarded to 13 organizations in the East Texas region as part of the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) Grants Across Texas Tour. Administered by TVC, the funding will provide services to an estima  more
Governor Abbott Announces SpaceX Expansion In Grimes County
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 6 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Announces SpaceX Expansion In Grimes County * Governor Greg Abbott today announced SpaceX will construct a vertically integrated semiconductor fabrication plant in Grimes County. The first phase of the Terafab project represents a capital investment of more than $16.8 billion and will create 3,000 new jobs. A Texas Enterprise Fund (TEF) grant of $30 million has been extended to SpaceX  more
Grassley Joins Lankford to Introduce Bill Strengthening and Protecting Military Chaplains' Ministry
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Grassley Joins Lankford to Introduce Bill Strengthening and Protecting Military Chaplains' Ministry * WASHINGTON - Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) joined Sen. James Lankford (R-Okla.), to introduce the Military Chaplains Modernization Act of 2026 (MCMA), which would codify the purpose, role, duties and professional qualifications of military chaplains and protect chaplains from being forced to viola  more
Greenberg Traurig's Ashley Aten Recognized on 2026 Texas Legal Awards 'Rising Stars' List
MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 6 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Greenberg Traurig's Ashley Aten Recognized on 2026 Texas Legal Awards 'Rising Stars' List * DALLAS -- Ashley Aten, a shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Real Estate Practice in Dallas, was selected as a "Rising Stars" winner in the 2026 Texas Legal Awards. The awards are presented by Texas Lawyer and Law.com and recognize outstanding achievements and   more
HACU announces speakers of 25th Annual Higher Education Leadership Institute
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Aug. 5 [Category: Education] -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities posted the following news release: * * * HACU announces speakers of 25th Annual Higher Education Leadership Institute * The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities has announced the agenda and speakers of its 25th Annual Higher Education Leadership Institute, a pre-conference event taking place Oct. 31, 2026, at the Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center, in conjunction wit  more
Haynes Boone Partner Tim Newman Among North Texas Leaders Selected for Leadership Dallas Class of 2027
DALLAS, Texas, Aug. 6 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Haynes and Boone, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Haynes Boone Partner Tim Newman Among North Texas Leaders Selected for Leadership Dallas Class of 2027 The Dallas Regional Chamber (DRC) has selected Haynes Boone Litigation Partner Tim Newman as a member of the Leadership Dallas (LD) Class of 2027, the 52nd class of the region's premier leadership program.  The 55-member class represents organizations across North Texas and will  more
HHS Plans $150 Million Cooperative Agreement With Burke Law Group for Legal Services
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families proposes awarding a single-source cooperative agreement of up to $150 million to Burke Law Group of Houston, Texas, to provide legal services for eligible unaccompanied alien children in Office of Refugee Resettlement care. The proposed performance period runs from Aug. 15, 2026, through Aug. 14, 2027. The award would support legal orientation, legal consultation and attorne  more
Hillsdale College Graduates Awarded Fulbright Scholarships
HILLSDALE, Michigan, Aug. 7 -- Hillsdale College issued the following news release: * * * Hillsdale College Graduates Awarded Fulbright Scholarships Ethan Bourgeois and Phaedra Kelley will continue their academic careers abroad. - Two recent Hillsdale College graduates, Ethan Bourgeois '26 and Phaedra Kelley '26, have been awarded Fulbright scholarships for the 2026-2027 academic year. The awards will enable them to continue their academic careers abroad. "A Fulbright scholarship is an exc  more
Houston City College EMS program prepares students for high-demand emergency response careers
HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 6 -- Houston City College posted the following news: * * * Houston City College EMS program prepares students for high-demand emergency response careers * As Houston's population continues to grow, so does the need for highly trained emergency medical professionals. The Houston City College (HCC) Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program is helping meet that demand by preparing students for careers on the front lines of healthcare and public safety. During a recent appea  more
HPU Research and Innovation: July 2026
HIGH POINT, North Carolina, Aug. 6 -- High Point University issued the following news release: * * * HPU Research and Innovation: July 2026 * HPU students John Marsh, Rilee Bahner, Dr. Jeremy Whitson, Natalie Maloziec, Kayley Simon and Luke Bantamoi were pictured from left at the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology Conference in Denver, Colorado. - High Point University(r) students, faculty and staff frequently conduct, publish and share research and creative works in a va  more
HYDE-SMITH RENEWS SUPPORT TO CLOSE LEGAL LOOPHOLE REQUIRING RELEASE OF ALIENS FROM IMMIGRATION DETENTION
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith, R-Mississippi, issued the following news release: * * * HYDE-SMITH RENEWS SUPPORT TO CLOSE LEGAL LOOPHOLE REQUIRING RELEASE OF ALIENS FROM IMMIGRATION DETENTION * 'Keep Our Communities Safe Act' Expands DHS Authority in Handling Criminal Illegal Aliens WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today joined U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) in reintroducing legislation to close a legal loophole that generally requires the release   more
Illinois Ozone Pollution Control Plan Wins EPA Approval Proposal
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has proposed approving the updated air pollution control plan of Illinois covering volatile organic compounds and nitrogen oxides for the Chicago and Metro-East St. Louis ozone nonattainment areas, concluding the revisions satisfy Moderate ozone reasonably available control technology requirements and Serious nitrogen oxides control requirements under the 2015 ozone standard. The proposed rule would incorporate revisions to  more
Justice Dept. Announces Utility Broadband Alliance Membership Additions
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division published a notice announcing changes to the membership of Utility Broadband Alliance Inc., Durham, North Carolina, (UBBA) under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993. The notice states that UBBA filed notifications on Dec. 19, 2025, with the Attorney General and the Federal Trade Commission disclosing new members. The filing extends the Act's provisions that, under specified circumstances, li  more
Kennesaw State appoints Tracy Fasolino as associate dean, Wellstar School of Nursing director
KENNESAW, Georgia, Aug. 6 -- Kennesaw State University posted the following news release: * * * Kennesaw State appoints Tracy Fasolino as associate dean, Wellstar School of Nursing director * Kennesaw State University has named accomplished nursing educator and healthcare leader Tracy Fasolino, Ph.D., as associate dean and director of the Wellstar School of Nursing (WSON) and professor of nursing, effective Aug. 1. Fasolino joins Kennesaw State from Clemson University, where she most recent  more
LPL and Private Advisor Group Welcome Paxel Financial Consulting
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 7 -- LPL Financial Holdings Inc., an investment advisory firm company, posted the following news release on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * LPL and Private Advisor Group Welcome Paxel Financial Consulting SAN DIEGO - LPL Financial LLC announced today that the financial advisors of Paxel Financial Consulting have joined LPL Financial's broker-dealer and Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) platform and will be leveraging Private Advisor Group's infrastructure for the next stage of their  more
Mercer unveils plans for nationally televised FCS kickoff, free concert series
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 6 -- Mercer University posted the following news: * * * Mercer unveils plans for nationally televised FCS kickoff, free concert series University leaders highlight ESPN season opener and enhanced game-day experience - MACON, Ga. -Mercer University and Mercer Athletics, in partnership with Macon-Bibb Mayor Lester Miller, a Double Bear Mercer graduate, officially launched the countdown to the 2026 football season on Aug. 6, unveiling plans for the nationally televised   more
MIT Researchers Can Now Precisely Measure How Heat Moves Through Multilayered Materials Like Computer Chips
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Aug. 6 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * A new way to watch heat move through electronics MIT researchers can now precisely measure how heat moves through multilayered materials like computer chips. - The same overheating problem that happens to our laptops also plagues computer servers and data centers around the world -and heat management is only getting harder as computer chips get more compact and powerful. Understan  more
MIT: Scientists unveil more than 600 new tissue models of human cancer
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Aug. 5 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * Scientists unveil more than 600 new tissue models of human cancer * To develop new targeted treatments for cancer, scientists need tissue models that accurately represent the genetic and molecular traits of the cancer they're studying. An international team led by researchers at MIT's Koch Institute, the Broad Institute, the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, the National Cancer Institut  more
Mohs Surgery Fellowship Relaunches at UConn School of Medicine
STORRS, Connecticut, Aug. 6 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news: * * * Mohs Surgery Fellowship Relaunches at UConn School of Medicine * UConn School of Medicine once again is home to a Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology (MSDO) Fellowship training program. The School of Medicine previously had one from 2013-2019. Fellows will train predominantly in the Mohs surgery clinic taking care of a multitude of skin cancer patients ranging from routine to complex. Th  more
National Sorghum Producers disappointed as Senate farm bill does not advance
LUBBOCK, Texas, Aug. 6 [Category: Agriculture] -- The National Sorghum Producers posted the following news release: * * * National Sorghum Producers disappointed as Senate farm bill does not advance * WASHINGTON -- The Agricultural Act of 2026 failed to receive enough votes to advance from the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry on Thursday. The bill included key sorghum priorities, including permanent, nationwide, year-round E15 sales and Sen. Jerry Moran's Food for Peac  more
NSF award to UCLA will put advanced computing at researchers' fingertips
LOS ANGELES, California, Aug. 6 -- The University of California posted the following news release: * * * NSF award to UCLA will put advanced computing at researchers' fingertips * Key takeaways * UCLA will lead a three-year national initiative to create a unified environment for research computing, data and scientific applications across several National Science Foundation-supported national computing centers and two cloud platforms. * The project will create a browser-based interface c  more
NTSB: Cellphone Use and Lack of Proper Lookout Leads to Fatal Vessel Collision in Texas
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- The National Transportation Safety Board issued the following news release on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * Cellphone Use and Lack of Proper Lookout Leads to Fatal Vessel Collision in Texas Distraction by personal electronic devices involved in at least 10 marine casualties between 2009 and 2024 - The National Transportation Safety Board said Thursday that distraction and failure to maintain a proper lookout caused a 2024 fatal collision between a bulk carrier and towing vessel   more
Okla. A.G. Drummond Leads Coalition Warning Federal Contempt Ruling Could Reach State Courts
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Aug. 7 -- Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued the following news release on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * Drummond leads coalition warning federal contempt ruling could reach state courts Attorney General Gentner Drummond today led a coalition of 11 states in filing a friend-of-the-court brief asking the full U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit to rehear the contempt-of-Congress case against a former White House adviser. Peter Navarro was co  more
Rare Stellar Explosion Gives Astronomers a Front-Row Seat to a Massive Star's Death
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Aug. 5 -- Carnegie Mellon University posted the following news: * * * Rare Stellar Explosion Gives Astronomers a Front-Row Seat to a Massive Star's Death * A rare stellar explosion has allowed astronomers to follow the death of a massive star from start to finish, yielding one of the most complete datasets ever collected for such an event. The explosion is only the second case in more than 20 years in which researchers have been able to track a massive star's demise  more
Rep. Ronny Jackson, Members of Texas Delegation Urge Senate to Advance House Budget Resolution to Deliver on President Trump's Agenda
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Rep. Ronny Jackson, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Ronny Jackson, Members of Texas Delegation Urge Senate to Advance House Budget Resolution to Deliver on President Trump's Agenda Today, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) alongside Representative John Carter (TX-31) and House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19), led 20 additional members of the Texas Republican delegation in sending a letter to President Trump expressing their unif  more
Republican Attorneys General Escalate Accountability Push Over COVID-19 Origins and Pandemic Shutdowns
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- The Republican Attorneys General Association issued the following news on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * Republican Attorneys General Escalate Accountability Push Over COVID-19 Origins and Pandemic Shutdowns Florida launches new investigations into Dr. Anthony Fauci, and a growing multistate coalition demands answers on the pandemic response that upended American life and cost taxpayers trillions of dollars - Multiple Republican state attorneys general are intensifying their push  more
Research on foul odors and open wounds targets flesh-eating screwworm
FORT COLLINS, Colorado, Aug. 5 -- Colorado State University posted the following news release: * * * Research on foul odors and open wounds targets flesh-eating screwworm * Jessica Metcalf's work stinks. Literally. But the Colorado State University professor's research may be key to protecting livestock and wildlife from a flesh-eating parasite. In a project recently funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Metcalf is studying foul-smelling substances to figure out what attracts the Ne  more
Rice bioengineers develop biochemical halo to cloak insulin-producing cells from body defenses
HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 5 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice bioengineers develop biochemical halo to cloak insulin-producing cells from body defenses * A protein known as interleukin 10 (IL-10) is the lynchpin of a new method to protect transplanted cells from host immune system aggression. Rice University researchers engineered a living factory to produce a localized biochemical halo of IL-10 to suppress immune rejection of pancreatic beta cells. In a study pub  more
Ricketts, Hickenlooper Join Protect College Sports Act
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * Ricketts, Hickenlooper Join Protect College Sports Act Today, Senator Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.) and Senator John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.) became the latest cosponsors of the Protect College Sports Act, joining Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Ranking Member Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), and Senators Eric Schm  more
Schatz: Trump, Republicans Are Raising Prices On Purpose
WASHINGTON, Aug. 5 -- Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release: * * * Schatz: Trump, Republicans Are Raising Prices On Purpose * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai'i) spoke on the Senate floor today about how President Donald Trump and Republicans are raising prices for Americans on purpose. "The price of everything is up and that's on purpose," said Senator Schatz. "The President of the United States has decided that Americans should pay more for everythi  more
Senate farm bill would move nutrition security in the wrong direction
DALLAS, Texas, Aug. 6 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release: * * * Senate farm bill would move nutrition security in the wrong direction * The U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture today will mark up legislation to reauthorize the farm bill, which includes the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (GusNIP) and other critical nutrition initiatives. The American Heart Association, a   more
Senator Collins Delivers Floor Remarks Ahead of Unanimous Senate Passage of Her Bill to Combat Lyme and Other Tick-Borne Diseases
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Collins Delivers Floor Remarks Ahead of Unanimous Senate Passage of Her Bill to Combat Lyme and Other Tick-Borne Diseases * Click HERE for a full-resolution image. Click HERE to watch and HERE to download video of her remarks. WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Susan Collins announced that the bipartisan Kay Hagan Tick Reauthorization Act she introduced with Senator Tina Smith (D-MN)-  more
Senator Coons, Colleagues Celebrate Unanimous Passage to Extend Bankruptcy Financial Tools to Small Businesses and American Families
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- Sen. Christopher Coons, D-Delaware, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Coons, colleagues celebrate unanimous passage to extend bankruptcy financial tools to small businesses and American families U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) celebrated the unanimous passage by the U.S. Senate of their Bankruptcy Threshold Adjustment Act of 2026, which would restore Americans' access to critical bankruptcy programs by r  more
Senior Counsel Lynne Liberato Earns 2026 Texas Legal Awards Lifetime Achievement Award, Four Attorneys Named Finalists
DALLAS, Texas, Aug. 6 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Haynes and Boone, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Senior Counsel Lynne Liberato Earns 2026 Texas Legal Awards Lifetime Achievement Award, Four Attorneys Named Finalists Haynes Boone is proud to announce that five attorneys have been recognized by Texas Lawyer in the 2026 Texas Legal Awards Shortlist, which honor attorneys and legal professionals for their outstanding achievements and contributions across Texas. Senior Counsel Lyn  more
Senior leader engagements connect 960th Cyberspace Wing with DAF cyber priorities
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Aug. 5 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * Senior leader engagements connect 960th Cyberspace Wing with DAF cyber priorities * JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-CHAPMAN TRAINING ANNEX, Texas - Reserve Citizen Airmen assigned to the 960th Cyberspace Wing received senior-leader perspectives on operational priorities and enterprise modernization during two engagements June 7 and July 16, 2026, at Joint Base San Anto  more
Sens. Banks, Padilla Introduce Accountable Produce is Medicine Act
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- Sen. Jim Banks, R-Indiana, issued the following news release on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * Sens. Banks, Padilla Introduce Accountable Produce is Medicine Act - Yesterday, Senators Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) introduced the Accountable Produce is Medicine Act, legislation to expand access to Food is Medicine programs that help Americans prevent chronic disease through healthy nutrition. Poor diet is the leading risk factor contributing to obesity, type 2 diab  more
Sens. Coons, Murkowski Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Use Temporary Protected Status to Help Vulnerable Afghans in U.S.
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- Sen. Christopher Coons, D-Delaware, issued the following news release on Aug. 6, 2026: * * * Senators Coons, Murkowski introduce bipartisan bill to use Temporary Protected Status to help vulnerable Afghans in the United States U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) today introduced the Afghanistan TPS Act of 2026, legislation to protect eligible Afghan nationals already living in the United States from being forced to return to Taliban-controlle  more
Sens. Cruz, Slotkin Introduce Bill to Protect Americans' Right to Worship
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Sens. Cruz, Slotkin Introduce Bill to Protect Americans' Right to Worship * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Federal Courts, Oversight, Agency Action, and Federal Rights, and Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) introduced the Right to Worship Act. This legislation protects Americans' First Amendment right to the free exercise of religion by establishin  more
SHSU Launches New Bridge to Cyber Program
HUNTSVILLE, Texas, Aug. 6 -- Sam Houston State University posted the following news: * * * SHSU Launches New Bridge to Cyber Program * As technology and artificial intelligence continue to evolve, the need for skilled cybersecurity professionals is growing rapidly. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there will be about 16,000 openings for information security analysts each year from 2024 to 2034. In response, the SHSU Department of Computer Science is introducing the Bridge to  more
SLB and Equinor Sign Multi-Year Stimulation Agreement for Norwegian Continental Shelf
HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 6 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Schlumberger dba SLB issued the following news release: * * * SLB and Equinor Sign Multi-Year Stimulation Agreement for Norwegian Continental Shelf * #Major vessel upgrade to secure additional capability for tight offshore reservoirs SLB and Equinor have signed a multi-year agreement for advanced reservoir stimulation services across the Norwegian Continental Shelf (NCS), including a major upgrade of the well stimulation vessel MV Island Capta  more
Stroke Act would strengthen stroke systems of care, prevention
DALLAS, Texas, Aug. 5 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release: * * * Stroke Act would strengthen stroke systems of care, prevention * Congressional legislation introduced today would improve the quality of stroke care for patients across the country. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) introduced the Stroke Act, which would support stroke care research, establish a national stroke registry, strengthen systems of care, improve access to rehabilit  more
Sullivan & Cruz Lead Letter Urging Sanctions on China's Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated Fishing Fleet
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, issued the following news release: * * * Sullivan & Cruz Lead Letter Urging Sanctions on China's Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated Fishing Fleet * U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) and Ted Cruz (R-Texas), chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health Policy, sent a bipartisan letter to U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent outlining a strategy to counter illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fi  more
Sung in Bloomberg Law: DraftKings Suits Will Help Compare Hedging Tools With Gambling
DALLAS, Texas, Aug. 6 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Haynes and Boone, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Sung in Bloomberg Law: DraftKings Suits Will Help Compare Hedging Tools With Gambling Haynes Boone Partner Brian Sung spoke with Bloomberg Law about the growing legal battle over whether sports prediction markets should be regulated as gambling platforms or financial marketplaces. He explained that the litigation could have broader implications beyond the courts, potentially influe  more
Support Continues to Grow for Taxpayer Assistance and Service Act
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, issued the following news release: * * * Support Continues to Grow for Taxpayer Assistance and Service Act * Washington, D.C.-Leading individuals and organizations committed to protecting taxpayer rights and modernizing tax administration are announcing their support for the bipartisan Taxpayer Assistance and Service (TAS) Act, which the U.S. Senate Finance Committee recently passed by a vote of 26-1. The TAS Act, led by U.S. Senate Finance Co  more
Taking a 13-Year Detour, East Texas A&M Alum Reflects on a Different Path to Success
COMMERCE, Texas, Aug. 6 -- East Texas A&M University (formerly the Texas A&M University Commerce campus) issued the following news release: * * * Taking a 13-Year Detour, East Texas A&M Alum Reflects on a Different Path to Success * College was unfinished business for alumna Tiffany Norman. More than a decade after leaving school, building a career, and raising a family, East Texas A&M University graduate Tiffany Norman recently earned the degree she once thought might never happen. Her st  more
Talarico Leads Paxton in the Texas U.S. Senate Election by 2% & Abbott Leads Hinojosa in the Texas Gubernatorial Election by 6%
HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 5 -- Texas Southern University posted the following news: * * * Talarico Leads Paxton in the Texas U.S. Senate Election by 2% & Abbott Leads Hinojosa in the Texas Gubernatorial Election by 6% * Two new reports from Texas Southern University's Barbara Jordan Public Policy Research and Survey Center highlight the competitive state of play in Texas's statewide electoral contests three months before the November 3, 2026 election and reveal Black Texas voters' opinions about   more
Texas A&M Engineering: Hands-on Approach to Distance Medicine
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Aug. 7 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * A hands-on approach to distance medicine Researchers develop new technology that could bring specialized medical care to rural patients. By Steve Kuhlmann, Engineering News Staff Dr. Pijuan Yu sits at his lab station, focused on the task at hand. He is feeling for a lump. The glass wall to his right reveals other students and researchers as they pass, but his attention remains   more
Texas A&M-Fort Worth breaks ground on next phase of downtown campus
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 5 -- Texas A&M University, a component of the public university system in Texas, posted the following news from its agriculture program: * * * Texas A&M-Fort Worth breaks ground on next phase of downtown campus * The Texas A&M University System officially opened its new downtown Fort Worth campus Aug. 5 and immediately broke ground on the next phase of a long-term investment in the city's students, workforce and economy. Texas A&M-Fort Worth welcomed System Regents, Chan  more
Texas A&M-Fort Worth Opening Strengthens Tarleton State's North Texas Impact
STEPHENVILLE, Texas, Aug. 6 -- Tarleton State University posted the following news: * * * Texas A&M-Fort Worth Opening Strengthens Tarleton State's North Texas Impact * Tarleton State University leaders, faculty, staff and students joined The Texas A&M System and community leaders Wednesday morning for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of the eight-story, 228,000-square-foot Texas A&M-Fort Worth Law and Education Building. The facility is the first academic building on the ne  more
Texas Public Radio Reporters Officially Free from Unwanted SAG-AFTRA Union Bosses after Successful Decertification Vote
SPRINGFIELD, Virginia, Aug. 6 -- The National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation posted the following news release: * * * Texas Public Radio Reporters Officially Free from Unwanted SAG-AFTRA Union Bosses after Successful Decertification Vote Labor Board certifies vote to remove union officials who TPR employees say were unresponsive and ineffective -  San Antonio, TX - Employees of Texas Public Radio (TPR) have successfully regained their independence from Screen Actors Guild - America  more
Trinity University Issues Q&A: Classics Professor Explains Why We Still Care About the Odyssey
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Aug. 7 -- Trinity University posted the following Q&A on Aug. 5, 2026, involving Erwin F. Cook, Murchison distinguished professor in the Department of Classical Studies: * * * Trinity Classics Professor Explains Why We Still Care About the Odyssey As renewed interest in The Odyssey grows, a Trinity classics expert explores why Homer's timeless questions still resonate today. Summary With renewed interest in The Odyssey fueled by Christopher Nolan's adaptation, Trinity Un  more
Trump Administration Recommends Passage of Protect College Sports Act
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Trump Administration Recommends Passage of Protect College Sports Act The Executive Office of the President formally expressed its support for the Protect College Sports Act, legislation introduced by Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Ranking Member Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), and Senators Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) and Chri  more
U.S. Senator Katie Britt Leads 12 Republican Colleagues in Introducing Legislation to Close Legal Loophole Requiring Release of Aliens from Immigration Detention
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Katie Britt, R-Alabama, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Senator Katie Britt Leads 12 Republican Colleagues in Introducing Legislation to Close Legal Loophole Requiring Release of Aliens from Immigration Detention * U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) today led 12 of her Republican colleagues in introducing the Keep Our Communities Safe Act of 2026. The legislation would close a legal loophole created by the United States Supreme Court's 2001 ruling in Z  more
UAPB's Dr. Pamela Moore Receives 2026 NAFSA Arkansas State Award
PINE BLUFF, Arkansas, Aug. 6 -- The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff posted the following news: * * * UAPB's Dr. Pamela Moore Receives 2026 NAFSA Arkansas State Award * Dr. Pamela D. Moore, associate dean for global engagement and head of the Office of International Programs and Studies (OIPS) at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB), has received the 2026 NAFSA Arkansas State Award in recognition of her contributions to international education in Arkansas. The award was prese  more
University of Texas Dallas: PhD Student Locks Spot as Rising Cybersecurity Researcher
RICHARDSON, Texas, Aug. 7 -- The University of Texas Dallas campus issued the following news: * * * PhD Student Locks Spot as Rising Cybersecurity Researcher By Kim Horner Computer science professor Dr. Kevin Hamlen is on a quest to train students in a combination of high-demand computer-security skills: the mathematical reasoning needed to prove software is secure and the programming expertise needed to uncover real-world vulnerabilities that could lead to cyberattacks. The University of T  more
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston: Researchers Create the Most Complete DNA Profile of the Brown Rat to Date
HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 7 (TNSjou) -- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston issued the following news: * * * Researchers create the most complete DNA profile of the brown rat to date By Catherine Marfin Researchers have created the most complete genetic profile of the brown rat to date, according to a UTHealth Houston-led team, paving the way for scientists to more accurately research the genetic links to conditions like heart disease, kidney disease, high blood pressure, and  more
University of Texas Health Science Center: Researchers Create the Most Complete DNA Profile of the Brown Rat to Date
TYLER, Texas, Aug. 7 (TNSjou) -- The University of Texas Health Science Center issued the following news: * * * Researchers create the most complete DNA profile of the brown rat to date By Catherine Marfin Researchers have created the most complete genetic profile of the brown rat to date, according to a UTHealth Houston-led team, paving the way for scientists to more accurately research the genetic links to conditions like heart disease, kidney disease, high blood pressure, and stroke. Th  more
Updated Bipartisan Protect College Sports Act Will Stabilize College Sports, Codify Athletes' Rights & Protections in Law & Expand Athlete Compensation Opportunities
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, ranking member of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, posted the following news release on Aug. 5, 2026: * * * Updated Bipartisan Protect College Sports Act Will Stabilize College Sports, Codify Athletes' Rights & Protections in Law & Expand Athlete Compensation Opportunities Senate Majority Leader takes key action, files cloture on bill - Today, Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) filed cloture on the up  more
UTMB Receives Historic $180 Million Commitment for the Sealy Heart & Vascular Institute
GALVESTON, Texas, Aug. 6 -- The University of Texas Medical Branch issued the following news release: * * * UTMB Receives Historic $180 Million Commitment for the Sealy Heart & Vascular Institute * The Sealy & Smith Foundation has committed more than $180 million to advance cardiovascular care, research and education at The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), marking the largest philanthropic investment in the institution's history, the largest commitment ever made by the Foundation,   more
Van Hollen Secures Committee Passage of Bill to Rename Post Office in Olney After Beloved Employee, Edward Ramsey
WASHINGTON, Aug. 6 -- Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Van Hollen Secures Committee Passage of Bill to Rename Post Office in Olney After Beloved Employee, Edward Ramsey * Today, legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Angela Alsobrooks (both D-Md.) to name the U.S. Post Office located at 3570 Olney Laytonsville Road in Olney, Maryland, after Sergeant Edward Lawrence Ramsey unanimously passed the Senate Homeland Security & Govern  more
White & Case advises LS Power on acquisition of natural gas power plant in ERCOT from Constellation Energy
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * White & Case advises LS Power on acquisition of natural gas power plant in ERCOT from Constellation Energy * Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised LS Power on its entry into a definitive agreement to acquire the Brazos Valley Energy Center, a 606-megawatt (MW) natural gas-fired combined-cycle facility located outside Houston, Texas, from Constellation Energy. The transact  more
Whittington and Cohn Defend Campus Free Speech in Amicus Brief in Focus v. Eltife
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, Aug. 5 -- Yale Law School posted the following news: * * * Whittington and Cohn Defend Campus Free Speech in Amicus Brief in Focus v. Eltife * John Cohn and Keith Whittington at a panel last year. The two recently filed a brief in a campus free speech case. On May 27, Keith Whittington, faculty director of Yale Law School's Center for Academic Freedom and Free Speech4 (CAFFS) and Joe Cohn, its executive director, filed an amicus brief5 with the Court of Appeals for t  more
Xcel Energy Foundation celebrates 25 years of community investment
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Aug. 6 [Category: BizEnergy] (TNSrep) -- Xcel Energy issued the following news release: * * * Xcel Energy Foundation celebrates 25 years of community investment * The Xcel Energy Foundation today announced it has invested nearly $160 million over the past quarter of a century to strengthen communities, according to a new Impact Report commemorating the Foundation's 25th anniversary. Since the Foundation's establishment in 2001, Xcel Energy and the Xcel Energy Foundat  more
Xcel Energy invites volunteers to its 16th annual Day of Service
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Aug. 5 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Xcel Energy issued the following news release: * * * Xcel Energy invites volunteers to its 16th annual Day of Service * DENVER (Aug. 5, 2026) -Xcel Energy invites the public to join employees and their friends and family on Thursday, September 10 through Saturday, September 12 for its 16th annual Day of Service, an opportunity to give back to their communities. Volunteers can sign up now for one of more than 40 nonprofit projects in C  more