JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas, June 28 -- The U.S. Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center issued the following news: By Mila Cisneros, AFIMSC Public Affairs The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center is modernizing infrastructure at Kadena Air Base, Japan, to enhance search and rescue mission operations in the Indo-Pacific region. The effort is led by AFIMSC's Detachment 2, with the support of the Air Force Civil Engineer Center, as part of the organization's continuous   more

DALLAS, Texas, June 27 -- The Army and Air Force Exchange Service issued the following news release: By Travis Day Whether providing internet/Wi-Fi access, erecting cell towers on military installations or bringing the newest technology to PXs and BXs, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service is investing to keep Soldiers, Airmen, Guardians and their families connected to the things and people they love. "Staying connected no matter where you serve is a significant Quality of Life force multipli  more

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, June 26 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: As we celebrate our Independence Day this July 4 and the freedoms we enjoy in this great nation, we also have the freedom to make choices ... both good and bad. Most of us look forward to the long Fourth of July weekend as time to spend with family and friends, but, unfortunately, this holiday weekend has become one of the deadliest in the United States. From drinking and driving an  more

WASHINGTON, June 28 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Coast Guard issued the following news: By Petty Officer 1st Class Jasmine Mieszala Coast Guard Gaming's Rocket League team took home second place in the Allied Forces Esports Invitational 2024, marking their debut on the international esports stage. Hosted at Ramstein Air Base in Germany, this event brought together military esports teams from three allied nations for an exciting weekend filled with competitive gaming, camaraderie  more

WASHINGTON, June 28 -- The U.S. Department of Labor Veterans' Employment and Training Service issued the following news release on June 27, 2024: The U.S. Department of Labor today announced the award of more than $57 million in grants to support programs that help veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness overcome barriers to the workforce and find meaningful employment. Administered by the Veterans' Employment and Training Service, the Homeless Veterans' Reintegration Program awarded   more

WASHINGTON, June 28 -- The U.S. Department of Labor Mine Safety & Health Administration issued the following news release on June 26, 2024: * * * Resulted in 62 significant and substantial violations, 5 unwarrantable failure findings * * * The U.S. Department of Labor announced today that its Mine Safety and Health Administration completed impact inspections in May 2024 at 15 mines in 12 states, leading the agency to cite 300 violations and one safeguard. The agency began conducting impact   more

HUBBARD, Ohio, June 28 -- The U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Safety & Health Administration issued the following news release: * * * OSHA cites Ellwood Engineered Castings' inadequate safety measures, supervision * * * A Hubbard industrial manufacturer failed to protect their employees from molten metal that was heated to more than 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit, the U.S. Department of Labor determined after its investigation into how a 30-year-old employee suffered fatal injuries. Invest  more

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, June 28 -- The Texas A&M University System issued the following news release: BRYAN, COLLEGE STATION, Texas -- The Texas A&M University System announced the appointment of Dr. E. Steve Putna as the inaugural director of the Texas A&M Semiconductor Institute to begin July 1, 2024. This appointment marks a milestone in the System's commitment to advancing semiconductor research and development, workforce training and industry collaboration. "Dr. Putna has the experience a  more

WASHINGTON, June 28 -- The Federal Election Commission issued the following news release on June 27, 2024: The Federal Election Commission has declared Jill Stein and her principal campaign committee, Jill Stein for President 2024, eligible to receive public matching funds for her 2024 presidential campaign for the Green Party nomination. To become eligible for matching funds, candidates must raise a threshold amount of $100,000 by collecting $5,000 in 20 different states. Although an individu  more

WASHINGTON, June 27 (TNSrep) -- The Government Accountability Office issued the following report: Here are excerpts: * * * Fast Facts The COVID-19 pandemic, inflation, and increased housing costs raised questions about whether more U.S. households are experiencing hunger and homelessness. We reviewed key federal programs that provide food or housing assistance to people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Federal funding for such programs generally increased in FY 2017-2022. These pro  more

WASHINGTON, June 27 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and Korean Minister of Trade, Industry, and Energy (MOTIE) Ahn Duk-geun held the second United States-Korea Supply Chain and Commercial Dialogue (SCCD) Ministerial Meeting. The Secretary and Minister reviewed progress made to date between Commerce and MOTIE to deepen bilateral economic and commercial cooperation between the countries. Secretary Ra  more

WASHINGTON, June 28 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on June 27, 2024: The Justice Department today announced the 2024 National Health Care Fraud Enforcement Action, which resulted in criminal charges against 193 defendants, including 76 doctors, nurse practitioners, and other licensed medical professionals in 32 federal districts across the United States, for their alleged participation in various health care fraud schemes involving approximately $2.75 billio  more

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, June 26 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: In the modern interconnected world of cyberspace and AI, it might seem like everything can be done with a click of a button. Yet when faced with the realities of Agile Combat Employment (ACE) and collaboration with global partners or adversaries in distant and austere locations, the significance of swift communication and cultural understanding cannot be overstated. That's where Lan  more

LAUGHLIN AFB, Texas, June 28 -- The U.S. Air Force Laughlin Air Force Base (47th Flying Training Wing) issued the following news: By Senior Airman Kailee Reynolds, 47th Flying Training Wing 47th Flying Training Wing (FTW) Airmen bid farewell to Col. Kevin Davidson and welcomed new commander, Col. Tyler Ellison, during a change of command ceremony here, June 26, 2024. Brig. Gen. Randall Cason, Mobilization Assistant to the Commander, Nineteenth Air Force, presided over the ceremony, reflectin  more

LAUGHLIN AFB, Texas, June 27 -- The U.S. Air Force Laughlin Air Force Base (47th Flying Training Wing) issued the following news: By Staff Sgt. Nicholas Larsen, 47th Flying Training Wing Public Affairs 47th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron (OMRS) Airmen bid farewell to Lt. Col. Elena Arushanyan, and welcomed their new commander Lt. Col. Avis McCaslin, during a change of command ceremony here, June 21, 2024. Col. Angela Lacek, 47th Medical Group (MDG) commander, presided over the ceremon  more

SHINER, Texas, June 27 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release: * * * New mini-split heating, ventilating and air conditioning units will help preserve historical documents, weapons and other relics * * * The City of Shiner's Edwin Wolters Memorial Museum soon will install two new mini-split heating, ventilating and air conditioning units to better preserve local history, thanks to a $9,161 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority. The LCRA Community Dev  more

AUSTIN, Texas, June 27 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release: * * * Funding for 44 projects will aid first responders, support community activities across LCRA's service area * * * The Lower Colorado River Authority has awarded more than $1 million in Community Development Partnership Program grants for community projects across LCRA's wholesale electric, water and transmission service areas. The grants will help fund 44 projects, including helping provide   more

YOAKUM, Texas, June 27 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release: * * * Student-led project results in new marquee for school, community and emergency messages * * * The Yoakum High School Student Council soon will install a new marquee in front of Yoakum High School, thanks to a $25,000 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority and the City of Yoakum. The Community Development Partnership Program grant, along with almost $16,700 in matching funds from the   more

ALBANY, New York, June 27 -- The New York State Education Department issued the following news release: The New York State Library announces its upcoming programming for July, which includes webinars and events related to historical events, genealogical services, small business development assistance, and other exciting topics. The following free programming requires registration and is available in person or online, as indicated in each listing. Empowering Research and Learning: Exploring NOV  more

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas, June 28 -- The U.S. Army Environmental Command issued the following news: By Conner Beckwith The U.S. Army Environmental Command (USAEC) bid farewell to Col. Matthew F. Kelly, who led USAEC for the past two years and officially welcomed its new commander, Col. Vance M. Brunner, during a change of command ceremony on June 27. The event was officiated by Lt. Gen. Omar J. Jones IV, the commanding general of the U.S. Army Installation Command at Join  more

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, June 26 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: An explosion, heard from more than 20 miles away, rocked and decimated the walls of the barracks near King Abdulaziz Air Base as frantic screams of terror pour out of the building. Combat boots and yellow flowers representing those who lost their lives are displayed during the 28th Annual Khobar Towers Memorial Ceremony at Eglin Air Force Base, June 25, 2024. Every year, friends, f  more

DALLAS, Texas, June 28 -- The Army and Air Force Exchange Service issued the following news release: By TSgt. Eli Smith While America celebrates its freedom this Independence Day, those who have sacrificed for our freedom can be thanked for their service in the form of an Army & Air Force Exchange Service card. Anyone can send a morale-boosting Exchange gift card to a Soldier, Airman, Guardian, Sailor, Marine, retiree or Veteran by visiting ShopMyExchange.com and clicking "Purchase Gift Cards  more

SACRAMENTO, California, June 26 -- The Small Business Administration's Office of Disaster Assistance issued the following news release: Small nonfarm businesses in seven Texas counties are now eligible to apply for low interest federal disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, announced Francisco Sanchez Jr., associate administrator for the Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience at the Small Business Administration. These loans offset economic losses because of reduced rev  more

AUSTIN, Texas, June 27 -- The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation issued the following news release: * * * Complete TDLR administrative penalties list also available * * * The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) maintains a database of all violations that resulted in administrative orders (https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/cimsfo/fosearch.asp) during the past two years - including penalties and license revocations and suspensions, as well as people who have been issued ceas  more

AUSTIN, Texas, June 27 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated Texas again being recognized with a Gold Shovel Award by Area Development magazine for leading among the most populous states in attracting high-value economic development projects that will create a significant number of new jobs. This is the 11th Gold Shovel Award for Texas; the state has now been recognized with a Gold or Silver Shovel in each of the 19 years of the a  more

TYNDALL AFB, Florida, June 27 -- The U.S. Air Force Tyndall Air Force Base (325th Fighter Wing) issued the following news: On June 25, 2024, the 325th Medical Group celebrated the opening of a Heritage Room dedicated to Lt. Col. Jennifer Baker, the former 325th Medical Support Squadron commander, who died of cancer in December 2023. The dedication provided a chance for members of the 325th MDSS to remember her and provide closure to those who were impacted by her. Baker, a pharmacist by trade,  more

OLYMPIA, Washington, June 27 -- The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions issued the following news release on June 26, 2024: * * * Up to $82 million in virtual assets to be returned to customers nationwide * * * The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) joins 24 other state financial regulators in taking collective action against Plutus Financial, Inc., Abra Trading, LLC, Plutus Financial Holdings, Inc., Plutus Lending, LLC (collectively known as "Abra"  more

ABOARD AIR FORCE ONE, June 28 -- The White House issued the following transcript of a press gaggle on June 27, 2024, by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre while en route to Marietta, Georgia: * * * MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Hi, all. Q: Hey. MS. JEAN-PIERRE: Okay, I got a -- two things at the top. So, today's Supreme Court order ensures that women in Idaho can access the emergency medical care they need while this case returns to the lower courts. But our fight is not over. The Biden-Harris adminis  more