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State Tipoffs Involving Texas Newsletter for Sunday May 18, 2025 ( 81 items )  

'Main Cabin Energy' unlocked: American Airlines offers ultra-low awards for AAdvantage mileage redemption
FORT WORTH, Texas, May 15 [Category: BizAerospace] -- American Airlines posted the following news: * * * 'Main Cabin Energy' unlocked: American Airlines offers ultra-low awards for AAdvantage mileage redemption FORT WORTH, Texas -- American Airlines is making it easier than ever to travel by offering more than one million Main Cabin seats on domestic flights (excluding Alaska and Hawaii) redeemable at just 5,000 AAdvantage (r) miles one way. As an added bonus, Main Cabin seats on trans-Atlant  more

2 Rice scholars earn Pulitzer Prizes
HOUSTON, Texas, May 13 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * 2 Rice scholars earn Pulitzer Prizes Two members of the Rice University community, one current student and one alumna, are among the 2025 Pulitzer Prize winners recently announced, recognized for their powerful contributions to public service journalism. Daisy Chang and Leah Binkovitz, 2025 Pulitzer Prize winners. Leah Binkovitz, a sociology doctoral student at Rice and former writer and editor at the Kinde  more

A new wearable removes the guesswork from breastfeeding
HOUSTON, Texas, May 14 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * A new wearable removes the guesswork from breastfeeding While breastfeeding offers numerous benefits for both mother and baby, one challenge has persisted: It's nearly impossible to know how much milk a baby is consuming. Now an interdisciplinary team from Northwestern University and Rice University has developed a soft, wearable device that provides real-time, clinical-grade monitoring of breast milk intake.   more

About time: Rice researcher exploring how seasonal rhythms shape the hidden web of life
HOUSTON, Texas, May 13 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * About time: Rice researcher exploring how seasonal rhythms shape the hidden web of life Stock photo of a salamander. In nature, timing isn't just important -- it's everything. A frog hatching a few days earlier, a plant blooming out of season or a predator emerging later than normal can trigger ripple effects through an entire ecosystem in unexpected ways. Volker Rudolf, a professor of biosciences at Rice Uni  more

Ameresco to Modernize Water Infrastructure, Drive Cost-Savings and Resource Efficiency in Texas
FRAMINGHAM, Massachusetts, May 16 -- Ameresco, a cleantech integrator specializing in energy efficiency and renewable energy, issued the following news release: * * * Ameresco to Modernize Water Infrastructure, Drive Cost-Savings and Resource Efficiency in Texas The implementation of Advanced Metering Infrastructure in the City of Cleveland is projected to recover approximately $6.8 million in water and sewer revenue. FRAMINGHAM, MA and CLEVELAND, TX - May 15, 2025 - Ameresco, Inc., (NYSE: A  more

American Airlines to present at Wolfe Research Global Transportation & Industrials Conference
FORT WORTH, Texas, May 14 [Category: BizAerospace] -- American Airlines posted the following news: * * * American Airlines to present at Wolfe Research Global Transportation & Industrials Conference FORT WORTH, Texas -- American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ: AAL) Chief Financial Officer, Devon May will present at the 2025 Wolfe Research Global Transportation & Industrials Conference on Thursday, May 22, at 11:15 a.m. CT. A live webcast of the conference will be available at aa.com/investorre  more

At the Bedside: Parents of Daughters With Rare Juvenile-onset Huntington's Disease Find UTHealth Houston Center of Excellence for Care and Support
TYLER, Texas, May 15 -- The University of Texas Health Science Center issued the following news: * * * At the Bedside: Parents of daughters with rare Juvenile-onset Huntington's disease find UTHealth Houston Center of Excellence for care and support By Deborah Mann Lake In 2020, when she was 4 years old, Khloe Gloria stopped walking. At the suggestion of their local San Angelo physician, her concerned parents took her to see neurologists in Dallas. Khloe's mom, Natalie Salazar, already had   more

Baylor College of Medicine: Let-7 is a Key Guardian of Healthy Lungs That Keeps Pulmonary Fibrosis in Check
HOUSTON, Texas, May 14 -- The Baylor College of Medicine issued the following news: * * * Let-7 is a key guardian of healthy lungs that keeps pulmonary fibrosis in check Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and collaborating institutions have uncovered a key molecular player that is involved in lung repair and in the development of pulmonary fibrosis, a common and severe class of adult lung diseases linked to respiratory failure. Published in Nature Communications, the study shows that   more

Baylor College of Medicine: Measles Virus Detected in Houston Wastewater Before Cases Were Reported
HOUSTON, Texas, May 13 -- The Baylor College of Medicine issued the following news: * * * Measles virus detected in Houston wastewater before cases were reported An innovative outbreak detection program that tracks disease-causing viruses in wastewater identified the measles virus in Houston samples collected in early January 2025, before cases were reported. The team that developed the program, which includes researchers at Baylor College of Medicine, the School of Public Health at Universit  more

Baylor College of Medicine: Recommendations to Improve Neonatology Staffing
HOUSTON, Texas, May 16 -- The Baylor College of Medicine issued the following news: * * * Recommendations to improve neonatology staffing Staffing challenges related to patient safety, physician well-being and workforce sustainability are a growing concern in the subspecialty of neonatology that call for reform. In a landmark work for the field of neonatology, a collaborative group of expert stakeholders developed consensus recommendations for best practices for neonatologist staffing using r  more

Baylor College of Medicine: Stick to Eating Healthy, Nutritious Meals Even During the Summer
HOUSTON, Texas, May 15 -- The Baylor College of Medicine issued the following news: * * * Stick to eating healthy, nutritious meals even during the summer The summer months are often a time to rest, relax and go on a much-needed vacation, but this doesn't mean that you should take a break from eating nutritious, healthy meals. Baylor College of Medicine registered dietitians share tips on how to eat nutritiously during a time when we tend to eat out more often. Whether traveling or staying h  more

Bell Announces Memorandum of Understanding for United States Army's Flight School Next Industry Collaborators
FORT WORTH, Texas, May 15 -- Bell Textron, a subsidiary of Textron, issued the following news release: * * * Bell Announces Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for United States Army's Flight School Next Industry Collaborators Nashville, TN (May 14, 2025) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, has signed Memorandum of Understandings (MOU) with V2X, DigiFlight, Delaware Resource Group (DRG) and TRU Simulation, an affiliate of Textron Aviation Inc., to begin collaboration on the   more

Bell Celebrates Its 6,000th Commercial Aircraft Built at Bell Textron Canada Centre
FORT WORTH, Texas, May 13 -- Bell Textron, a subsidiary of Textron, issued the following news release: * * * Bell Celebrates its 6,000th Commercial Aircraft Built at Bell Textron Canada Centre The milestone delivery will include two SUBARU Bell 412EPXs to the Ministere des Transports et de la Mobilite durable for operations by the Surete du Quebec Mirabel, Canada (May 12, 2025) - Bell Textron Canada Limited, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announces the completion of its 6,000th commerci  more

Caterpillar Inc. Releases 2024 Annual, Sustainability Reports Highlighting Customer-Focused and Sustainability Strategies
PEORIA, Illinois, May 15 (TNSrep) -- Caterpillar, a manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, issued the following news release: * * * Caterpillar Inc. Releases 2024 Annual, Sustainability Reports Highlighting Customer-Focused and Sustainability Strategies IRVING, Texas, May 13, 2025 - Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) today announced the release of its 2024 Annual and Sustainability Reports, showcasing the company's notable strides advancing the business across all segments. The 2024 r  more

Caterpillar Showcases Machinery That Has Built America for 100 Years in Celebration of Construction
PEORIA, Illinois, May 15 -- Caterpillar, a manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, issued the following news release: * * * Caterpillar Showcases Machinery that has Built America for 100 Years in Celebration of Construction Equipment at Association of Equipment Manufacturers' National Mall event imagines future of manufacturing and construction IRVING, Texas, May 14, 2025 -- Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) today is showcasing its innovative and iconic iron at the National Mall as p  more

Emerson Enhances Optimization Capabilities to Drive Operational Excellence
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, May 14 -- Emerson, a technology, software and engineering company that says it provides solutions for customers in industrial, commercial and residential markets, issued the following news release: * * * Emerson Enhances Optimization Capabilities to Drive Operational Excellence New AspenTech software release provides expanded industrial AI, new sustainability features and enhanced user experiences to drive improved operational performance AUSTIN, Texas (May 13, 2025) - E  more

Feel Like a Spring Chicken With 7-Eleven, Inc.'s Latest Chicken Offerings
DALLAS, Texas, May 16 -- 7-Eleven, a convenience store chain, issued the following news release: * * * Feel Like a Spring Chicken With 7-Eleven, Inc.'s Latest Chicken Offerings Fan-favorite classics just got a spicy upgrade worth clucking about IRVING, TX (May 15, 2025) -- Spring has sprung and 7-Eleven, Inc., is rolling out delicious chicken offerings at Raise the Roost, Laredo Taco Company and Speedy Cafe. These deals are putting this season's favorite chicken dishes front and center. For  more

Five flights a minute: American is ready for the summer 2025 travel season
FORT WORTH, Texas, May 12 [Category: BizAerospace] -- American Airlines posted the following news: * * * Five flights a minute: American is ready for the summer 2025 travel season * Airline testing new technology to help customers make connecting flights * Record summer schedule across hub airports means more flight options and more connections enabled With a continued focus on making travel more seamless and enjoyable for its customers, American Airlines and its more than 130,000 team   more

Getting Real About the Energy Future--In a World Where 750 Million People Still Lack Electricity
HOUSTON, Texas, May 14 -- Chevron, an energy company, issued the following news release: * * * getting real about the energy future--in a world where 750 million people still lack electricity Speaking to policymakers and CEOs from around the globe, Mark Nelson, Chevron vice chairman, discussed how to meet the growing global demand for energy. Companies across many industries are working to develop reliable, affordable, lower carbon intensity energy solutions. Still, today, three-fourths of a  more

Guests Will Come Face-to-Face with Leatherface and His Deranged Family at the All-New Haunted House, "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" at Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas
NEW YORK, May 13 [Category: BizMedia] -- NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast, posted the following news: * * * Guests Will Come Face-to-Face with Leatherface and His Deranged Family at the All-New Haunted House, "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" at Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas The Texas Chainsaw Massacre at Universal Horror Unleashed The deafening roar of chainsaws arise as guests step into "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre," one of the four haunted houses guests will experience at Univ  more

Hospitality Plus renews Sabre Hospitality suite of products to further innovation, increase revenue and expand distribution globally
SOUTHLAKE, Texas, May 14 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Sabre, a travel technology company, issued the following news release: * * * Hospitality Plus renews Sabre Hospitality suite of products to further innovation, increase revenue and expand distribution globally SOUTHLAKE, Texas - May 14, 2025 - Sabre Hospitality and global distribution partner Hospitality Plus today announced the multi-year renewal of their strategic partnership. The renewed collaboration will continue to include S  more

House Republicans on Offense in Key Hispanic Districts
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * House Republicans on Offense in Key Hispanic Districts As House Republicans are continuing to earn the votes and trust of Latino voters, Democrats are being put on defense in key battleground districts with large Hispanic populations, according to a new report. Latino voters helped power GOP gains in 2024, including seats in South Texas and New Jersey, where House Democrats barely held on.  more

House Republicans on Offense in Key Hispanic Districts in South Texas
WASHINGTON, May 13 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * House Republicans on Offense in Key Hispanic Districts in South Texas As House Republicans are continuing to earn the votes and trust of Latino voters, Democrats are being put on defense in key battleground districts with large Hispanic populations in South Texas, according to a new report. Latino voters helped power GOP gains in 2024, including TX-28 and TX-34, where House Democrats barel  more

JCPenney Welcomes PROUDLY's Baby Apparel Collection From Power Couple Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade
PLANO, Texas, May 16 -- JCPenney, an apparel and home furnishings retailer, issued the following news: * * * JCPenney Welcomes PROUDLY's Baby Apparel Collection from Power Couple Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade The exclusive collection features high-quality apparel that stops strollers in their tracks PLANO, Texas (May 15, 2025) - Big fashion for the little ones has arrived. JCPenney is teaming up with award-winning actress, NBA Hall of Famer and entrepreneurial co-founders Gabrielle Union a  more

KBR Announces Dividend Declaration
HOUSTON, Texas, May 16 -- KBR, a provider of differentiated, professional services and technologies, issued the following news release: * * * KBR Announces Dividend Declaration HOUSTON - May 15, 2025 - KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.165 per share on the company's common stock, par value $0.001 per share, to be paid on July 15, 2025, to stockholders of record on June 13, 2025. About KBR We deliver science, technol  more

Kinder Houston Area Survey to be released May 19 at annual luncheon
HOUSTON, Texas, May 12 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Kinder Houston Area Survey to be released May 19 at annual luncheon Findings from the 2025 Kinder Houston Area Survey, the nation's longest-running metropolitan study of its kind, will be released May 19 by Rice University's Kinder Institute for Urban Research at its annual luncheon at the Hilton Americas-Houston. Now in its 44th year, the survey utilizes the largest survey panel in its history, now one of th  more

LCRA Awards $18,758 Grant for Upgrades at Columbus Community Park
AUSTIN, Texas, May 15 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release on May 14, 2025: * * * LCRA awards $18,758 grant for upgrades at Columbus Community Park Renovations will create dual use courts to host both basketball and pickleball COLUMBUS, Texas - The City of Columbus soon will upgrade recreational amenities at Columbus Community Park to provide three courts for pickleball players, thanks to a $18,758 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority. The Communi  more

LCRA Awards $24,960 Grant for Upgrades to Eagle Lake Recreation Center
AUSTIN, Texas, May 15 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release on May 14, 2025: * * * LCRA awards $24,960 grant for upgrades to Eagle Lake Recreation Center New shed will provide a safe place to store maintenance equipment EAGLE LAKE, Texas - The Eagle Lake Recreation Center will soon build a new equipment shed and concession area at the Eagle Lake Recreation Center, thanks to a $24,960 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority. The LCRA Community Developm  more

LCRA Awards $25,000 Grant to Cat Spring Volunteer Fire Department
AUSTIN, Texas, May 15 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release on May 14, 2025: * * * LCRA awards $25,000 grant to Cat Spring Volunteer Fire Department New four-bay garage will provide covered storage for fire trucks, emergency equipment AUSTIN COUNTY, Texas - The Cat Spring Volunteer Fire Department is building a four-bay addition to its main station to house emergency vehicles and equipment, thanks to a $25,000 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority.   more

LCRA, City of Bellville Award $24,700 Grant to Add Air Conditioning at Concordia Hall
AUSTIN, Texas, May 15 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release on May 14, 2025: * * * LCRA, City of Bellville award $24,700 grant to add air conditioning at Concordia Hall Bellville Lions Club will install new system to upgrade historic event space BELLVILLE, Texas - The Bellville Lions Club soon will replace the outdated air conditioning system at Concordia Hall, one of the region's most historic gathering places, thanks to a $24,700 grant from the Lower Color  more

LCRA, City of Flatonia Award $19,805 Grant to Upgrade Flatonia Soccer Field
AUSTIN, Texas, May 15 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release on May 14, 2025: * * * LCRA, City of Flatonia award $19,805 grant to upgrade Flatonia soccer field Improvements will help Flatonia Youth Sports and Events continue to support growing youth sports programs FLATONIA, Texas - Flatonia Youth Sports and Events soon will be able to upgrade the multi-sport field at 7-Acre Park, thanks to a $19,805 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority and the City   more

LCRA, Hamilton County Electric Co-op Award $24,975 Grant for Upgrades to Evant School Playground
AUSTIN, Texas, May 16 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release: * * * LCRA, Hamilton County Electric Co-op award $24,975 grant for upgrades to Evant school playground New equipment and ground cover will create safer, inclusive play area EVANT, Texas - The Evant Independent School District soon will upgrade its school playground with new equipment and improved ground cover, thanks to a $24,975 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority and Hamilton County Ele  more

LCRA, Hamilton County Electric Co-op Award $25,000 Grant to Lometa ISD for Pickleball Court
AUSTIN, Texas, May 16 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release: * * * LCRA, Hamilton County Electric Co-op award $25,000 grant to Lometa ISD for pickleball court New court will be available for school and community use LOMETA, Texas - The Lometa Independent School District soon will construct a pickleball court that will be available for both school and community use, thanks to a $25,000 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority and Hamilton County Electric  more

LCRA, Hamilton County Electric Co-op Award $4,943 Grant to Lometa Police Department
AUSTIN, Texas, May 16 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release: * * * LCRA, Hamilton County Electric Co-op award $4,943 grant to Lometa Police Department New automated external defibrillators will enhance emergency response capabilities LOMETA, Texas - The City of Lometa Police Department soon will purchase two automated external defibrillators and provide its officers with training on how to use the lifesaving devices, thanks to a $4,943 grant from the Lower C  more

LCRA, Hamilton County Electric Co-op Award $50,000 Grant to Shive VFD
AUSTIN, Texas, May 16 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release: * * * LCRA, Hamilton County Electric Co-op award $50,000 grant to Shive VFD New fire truck will enhance emergency response in Hamilton County HAMILTON COUNTY, Texas - The Shive Volunteer Fire Department soon will purchase a new fire truck to add to its fleet, thanks to a $50,000 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority and Hamilton County Electric Cooperative. The Community Development Partne  more

LPL Asks 'What If You Could?' in New Brand Campaign
AUSTIN, Texas, May 16 -- LPL Financial Holdings Inc., an investment advisory firm company, issued the following news release: * * * LPL Asks 'What If You Could?' in New Brand Campaign In a first-of-its-kind marketing initiative for LPL, the actor Anna Kendrick is featured in a campaign that raises the company's visibility as a leader in wealth management SAN DIEGO - May 15, 2025 - LPL Financial LLC launched today a strategic marketing campaign designed to reach new audiences and elevate   more

Marcus & Millichap Brokers Sale of 152-Unit Multifamily Asset in East Texas
ENCINO, California, May 16 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release: * * * Marcus & Millichap Brokers Sale of 152-Unit Multifamily Asset in East Texas TYLER, Texas, May 14, 2025 - Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of Oxford Pointe, a 152-unit apartment community in Tyler, Texas. "After completing a full marketing process that ge  more

NASA Taps UTA for Wildfire Smoke Warning System
ARLINGTON, Texas, May 14 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * NASA taps UTA for wildfire smoke warning system Project will enhance air quality forecasting, providing real-time smoke alerts and health information University of Texas at Arlington researcher Yunyao Li has been selected by NASA to develop a system that gives communities early warning when wildfire smoke may make the air unsafe to breathe. "Our project aims to enhance wildfire air   more

New Whole Foods Market in Las Vegas, Nevada, Now Open
AUSTIN, Texas, May 16 -- Whole Foods Market issued the following news release: * * * New Whole Foods Market in Las Vegas, Nevada, Now Open New relocated store features upgraded coffee and juice bar, and more than 100 local products from Nevada LAS VEGAS (May 15, 2025) - Today, Whole Foods Market opened a new 46,500-square-foot store located at 2475 S. Town Center Drive in the Summerlin community of Las Vegas. The new location replaces the longstanding Fort Apache store at 8855 W. Charleston   more

Occidental and ADNOC's XRG Agree to Evaluate Joint Venture to Develop South Texas Direct Air Capture Hub
HOUSTON, Texas, May 17 -- Occidental Petroleum, an oil and gas, exploration and production company, issued the following news release: * * * Occidental and ADNOC's XRG Agree to Evaluate Joint Venture to Develop South Texas Direct Air Capture Hub XRG to consider investing up to $500 million for the development of 1PointFive's 500,000 tonne-capacity DAC facility HOUSTON -- May 16, 2025 -- Occidental (NYSE: OXY) and its subsidiary 1PointFive today announced an agreement with XRG, ADNOC's invest  more

Omni Hotels & Resorts Debuts Tiki Social, a Tropical Pop-Up Bar Experience in Collaboration With Jeff 'Beachbum' Berry
IRVING, Texas, May 16 -- Omni Hotels and Resorts issued the following news release: * * * Omni Hotels & Resorts Debuts Tiki Social, a Tropical Pop-Up Bar Experience in Collaboration with Jeff 'Beachbum' Berry Renowned Tiki Historian shakes up signature cocktail menu debuting at select Omni properties Memorial Day Weekend DALLAS, TX (May 15, 2025) - Omni Hotels & Resorts is pleased to introduce Tiki Social, a Tiki-inspired cocktail experience launching this summer in collaboration with Tiki H  more

One Month In: JCPenney's Boldest Campaign Yet
PLANO, Texas, May 13 -- JCPenney, an apparel and home furnishings retailer, issued the following news: * * * One Month In: JCPenney's Boldest Campaign Yet Just one month ago, JCPenney launched its boldest brand campaign yet. 'Yes, JCPenney' is our new warrior cry, and it's here to show the world what our most loyal customers already know: we're not just serving great deals - we're serving looks. The kind that stops people mid-scroll, turn heads in the airport, and make strangers ask, "Wait..  more

OSU Esports claims Big 12 Championship in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 14 -- Oklahoma State University posted the following news: * * * OSU Esports claims Big 12 Championship in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Media Contact: Mack Burke | Associate Director of Media Relations | 405-744-5540 | editor@okstate.edu As his heart raced and breath quickened, Noah Hightower remained composed, knowing he had spent countless hours grinding for this moment. This was no ordinary Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament -- it was a chance to claim confer  more

Pasquali named fellow of The Society of Rheology
HOUSTON, Texas, May 12 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Pasquali named fellow of The Society of Rheology Rice University's Matteo Pasquali has been elected a fellow of The Society of Rheology (SoR). SoR is the world's leading organization of rheology, the branch of physics that studies the flow and deformation of matter. The society has over 1,400 members with only 0.5% elected as fellows in any given year. Pasquali was recognized for outstanding research contribu  more

Powering connections: American Airlines keeps North Carolina thriving
FORT WORTH, Texas, May 16 [Category: BizAerospace] -- American Airlines posted the following news: * * * Powering connections: American Airlines keeps North Carolina thriving * The airline's Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) hub operation injects more than $30 billion into the North Carolina economy and supports nearly 150,000 jobs statewide, according to a recent study. * American's sustained growth has propelled CLT to its status as the third-largest connecting hub airport i  more

Sabre unlocks access to Australia's wild North with new Skytrans distribution agreement
SOUTHLAKE, Texas, May 12 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Sabre, a travel technology company, issued the following news release: * * * Sabre unlocks access to Australia's wild North with new Skytrans distribution agreement SINGAPORE and Cairns, Australia - May 12, 2025 - Australian airline Skytrans is now distributing its content via Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading global travel technology company. Under the new agreement, Skytrans' fares and offers are accessible through Sab  more

Second Whole Foods Market Daily Shop Location in New York City's East Village Now Open
AUSTIN, Texas, May 15 -- Whole Foods Market issued the following news release: * * * Second Whole Foods Market Daily Shop Location in New York City's East Village Now Open Smaller store format features a Juice & Java venue and more than 400 local products from 100+ Northeast-based suppliers NEW YORK (May 14, 2025) - Today, Whole Foods Market opened the second location of its smaller format store concept, Whole Foods Market Daily Shop, located at 409 East 14th Street in the StuyTown developme  more

SFA, Kilgore College Team Up to Streamline Transfer Process
NACOGDOCHES, Texas, May 17 -- Stephen F. Austin State University issued the following news: * * * SFA, Kilgore College team up to streamline transfer process NACOGDOCHES, Texas -- Stephen F. Austin State University has added a fourth partner -- Kilgore College -- to its recently launched Lumberjack Transfer Alliance. Because of this alliance, Kilgore College students who are ready to transfer to a four-year university will benefit from guaranteed admission, scholarships and enhanced services   more

Stress Can Lead to Alzheimer's Disease in Women Who are Post-menopausal, UT Health San Antonio Study Finds
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 17 -- The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio issued the following news release: * * * Stress can lead to Alzheimer's disease in women who are post-menopausal, UT Health San Antonio study finds Can stress lead to Alzheimer's disease? It can in women who are post-menopausal, a study led by The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) shows. Analyzing data from 305 cognitively unimpaired participants in the Fr  more

TAMIU Celebrates Record Number of Graduates at Spring Commencement Ceremonies at Sames Auto Arena
LAREDO, Texas, May 17 -- Texas A&M International University, a member of the Texas A&M University System, issued the following news release: * * * TAMIU Celebrates Record Number of Graduates at Spring Commencement Ceremonies at Sames Auto Arena The largest Spring graduating class in Texas A&M International University's (TAMIU) history, numbering 948 candidates for graduation, crossed the stage at Spring 2025 Commencement Exercises at the Sames Auto Arena on May 15. Separate Ceremonies were h  more

TAMIU Earns New RCU and OCU Leadership Designations in 2025 Carnegie Classifications
LAREDO, Texas, May 17 -- Texas A&M International University, a member of the Texas A&M University System, issued the following news release: * * * TAMIU Earns New RCU and OCU Leadership Designations in 2025 Carnegie Classifications As Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) candidates for graduation crossed the stage at Spring Commencement Exercises, they took their place in a global alumni population whose alma mater is now one of just 33 nationwide institutions to earn both Research Coll  more

Texas A&M AgriLife: Prices Up for Most Meat Options as Grilling Season Nears
AUSTIN, Texas, May 13 -- Texas A&M University, a component of the public university system in Texas, issued the following news from its agriculture program: * * * Prices up for most meat options as grilling season nears By Adam Russell Consumers are likely to see higher prices for beef and chicken at grocery stores as grilling season kicks off over the Memorial Day weekend, said a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert. David Anderson, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension economist in the Texas A  more

Texas A&M Funds Eight More Projects To Convert Discoveries Into Commercial Products
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, May 13 -- Texas A&M University issued the following news: * * * Texas A&M Funds Eight More Projects To Convert Discoveries Into Commercial Products The ADM program invests an additional $1.35 million to help research teams move their high-impact innovations closer to marketplace. To fast-track the process of converting discoveries into innovations and commercial products, Texas A&M University has awarded eight additional research teams with Advancing Discovery to Mark  more

Texas A&M Hosts Inaugural AI Workshop For Science And Engineering
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, May 17 -- Texas A&M University issued the following news: * * * Texas A&M Hosts Inaugural AI Workshop For Science And Engineering The first-ever Research in AI for Science and Engineering (RAISE) Workshop, held at the Zachry Engineering Education Complex, highlighted bold initiatives already in motion. Texas A&M brought together a high-powered crowd of researchers, faculty, students, and at least one curious AI model recently for the first-ever Research in AI for Scie  more

Texas A&M University College of Engineering: Tech Meets Tornado Recovery
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, May 14 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Tech Meets Tornado Recovery Researchers have developed a new AI model to speed up tornado damage assessments and recovery. By Alyson Chapman It started as a low, haunting roar building in the distance. It grew into a deafening thunder that drowned out all else. The sky turned an unnatural shade of green, then black. The wind lashed at trees and buildings with brutal force. Sire  more

Texas A&M University College of Engineering: Transforming the Certification Process of 3D-Printed Critical Components
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, May 13 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Transforming the Certification Process of 3D-Printed Critical Components This new DARPA-funded approach will have far-reaching impact on the additive manufacturing industry. By Denise Brehm At present, it takes an average of 18 months for a supercomputer to evaluate a single 3D part and accurately predict its lifespan or expected date of failure. The Defense Advanced Research P  more

Texas A&M University School of Public Health: New Study Identifies the Human Growth Factor PDGF-BB as a Biomarker for Low-level Arsenic Exposure
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, May 17 -- Texas A&M University School of Public Health issued the following news: * * * New study identifies the human growth factor PDGF-BB as a biomarker for low-level arsenic exposure Study of South Texas well water could lead to a new way of measuring bladder cancer risk Arsenic-contaminated drinking water is a known health hazard and a daily reality for millions of Americans. Consuming water with high levels of arsenic--described by the U.S. Environmental Protec  more

Texas A&M University School of Public Health: Survey - Does Someone With Alcohol Use Disorder Deserve a New Liver?
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, May 17 -- Texas A&M University School of Public Health issued the following news: * * * Survey: Does someone with alcohol use disorder deserve a new liver? Most comprehensive study of its kind sheds light on perceptions of deservingness based on the reason for the transplant and recipients' race/ethnicity Becoming an organ donor has never been easier. Registration is available online when renewing a driver's license or, for iPhone users, through an app. Still, the pe  more

Texas A&M University: Five Ways Organizations Can Build Better AI Strategies
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, May 15 -- Texas A&M University issued the following news: * * * Five Ways Organizations Can Build Better AI Strategies Experts from Texas A&M University's Mays Business School share how businesses can unlock AI's full potential with faster, more effective and more resilient strategies. By Caitlin Clark Artificial intelligence technologies offer new possibilities and solutions for businesses worldwide, enabling them to make better decisions, boost innovation and serve  more

The CW Network Picks Up Two Seasons of "Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent" Based on the Classic Series Format Created By Dick Wolf
IRVING, Texas, May 13 [Category: BizMedia] -- Nexstar Media Group, a television broadcasting company, issued the following news release: * * * The CW Network Picks Up Two Seasons of "Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent" Based on the Classic Series Format Created By Dick Wolf 10-Episode First Season Starring Aden Young and Kathleen Munroe to Premiere in Fall 2025 BURBANK, CA (May 13, 2025) - The CW Network today announced it has picked up the drama series LAW & ORDER TORONTO: CRIMINAL INTEN  more

Too Much Sleep Can Hurt Cognitive Performance, Especially for Those With Depression, UT Health San Antonio Study Finds
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 15 -- The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio issued the following news release: * * * Too much sleep can hurt cognitive performance, especially for those with depression, UT Health San Antonio study finds There might be such a thing as getting too much of a good night's sleep. Sleeping nine hours or more per night is associated with worse cognitive performance, which is even more the case for those with depression, a study led by researchers at T  more

Toyota Announces North American Manufacturing Operations and Executive Changes
PLANO, Texas, May 14 [Category: BizTransportation] -- Toyota Motor Sales USA posted the following news: * * * Toyota Announces North American Manufacturing Operations and Executive Changes Establishes three pillars, seven regions to optimize efficiencies and better serve its customers PLANO, Texas (May 14, 2025) - As it prepares for the future of mobility, TMNA today announced changes to its manufacturing operations designed to better serve its customers, drive continued growth, and advance  more

Toyota Announces Powerful All Electric bZ Woodland SUV
PLANO, Texas, May 15 [Category: BizTransportation] -- Toyota Motor Sales USA posted the following news: * * * Toyota Announces Powerful All Electric bZ Woodland SUV * Standard All-Wheel Drive with 375 hp combined system output * Up-to 260 miles of manufacturer-estimated all-electric driving range with DC fast-charging times around 30 minutes* (10-80% charge under ideal conditions) * Equipped with North American Charging System (NACS) port for access to thousands of DC fast charging sta  more

Toyota bZ All Electric SUV Adds Range, Charging, and Exterior Updates for 2026
PLANO, Texas, May 13 [Category: BizTransportation] -- Toyota Motor Sales USA posted the following news: * * * Toyota bZ All Electric SUV Adds Range, Charging, and Exterior Updates for 2026 * Up to 314 miles of manufacturer-estimated range (XLE, FWD Plus model), an increase of 25% over the outgoing model (previously rated at 252 miles) * Equipped with North American Charging System (NACS) port for access to thousands of DC fast charging stations, will also have the convenience of Plug & Ch  more

Toyota Debuts Stylish, Powerful 2026 C-HR Battery Electric Vehicle
PLANO, Texas, May 14 [Category: BizTransportation] -- Toyota Motor Sales USA posted the following news: * * * Toyota Debuts Stylish, Powerful 2026 C-HR Battery Electric Vehicle * All-new, Toyota C-HR Battery Electric Vehicle with 338 combined system net hp and a manufacturer-estimated all electric driving range rating of up to 290-miles* * Premium interior and easy access rear cargo area for comfort, convenience and utility * DC fast-charging capability with access to thousands of Leve  more

Toyota is Set to Make Waves with the All-New 2026 TRD Pro Color
PLANO, Texas, May 16 [Category: BizTransportation] -- Toyota Motor Sales USA posted the following news: * * * Toyota is Set to Make Waves with the All-New 2026 TRD Pro Color * Wave Maker joins an impressive pedigree of exciting TRD Pro colors * Wave Maker will be available on TRD Pro versions of 4Runner, Tacoma, Tundra and Sequoia * 2026 TRD Pro models are expected to start arriving at dealers fall 2025 PLANO, Texas (May 16, 2025) - Color can evoke strong emotions and can inspire our  more

University of Houston Lands $2.8M Grant to Power Next-Gen Military Drones
HOUSTON, Texas, May 16 -- The University of Houston issued the following news: * * * University of Houston Lands $2.8M Grant to Power Next-Gen Military Drones By Jonathan Adams A major grant will position the University of Houston at the forefront of redefining how military drones operate. The grant, totaling $2.8 million, will fund a new induction machine-based electrical power generation system designed to replace the older, less efficient synchronous generator systems currently used in U  more

University of North Texas Health Science Center: NTERI and Ophthalmology Interest Group Launch Collaborative Partnership
FORT WORTH, Texas, May 14 -- The University of North Texas Health Science Center issued the following news: * * * NTERI and Ophthalmology Interest Group launch collaborative partnership By Sam Dean The North Texas Eye Research Institute, a distinguished research hub at The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth, is pleased to announce a new collaboration with the university's Ophthalmology Interest Group The OIG is a vibrant student organization composed of dedicated m  more

University of North Texas: Union Circle Construction Paves Way for Improved Infrastructure and Traffic Flow
DENTON, Texas, May 14 -- The University of North Texas issued the following news release: * * * Union Circle construction paves way for improved infrastructure and traffic flow DENTON (UNT), Texas - Union Circle has long been the main road to the bustling hub in the center of UNT's campus, with traffic flowing in a clockwise direction around Union Circle Garage. But as of May 14, after the end of the spring semester, a new project in a line of related improvements spearheaded by the city of D  more

University of Texas Health Science Center: New Study Offers Promising Alternative to High-risk Surgery for Rare Pregnancy Complication
TYLER, Texas, May 17 -- The University of Texas Health Science Center issued the following news: * * * New study offers promising alternative to high-risk surgery for rare pregnancy complication By Laura Frnka-Davis Leaving the placenta in place after childbirth may offer a safer alternative to immediate surgery for women with placenta accreta spectrum (PAS), according to a new study led by researchers at UTHealth Houston and published by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologis  more

USAO Partners With TimelyCare, Texas-Based Health Care Provider
CHICKASHA, Oklahoma, May 13 -- The University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma posted the following news: * * * USAO Partners With TimelyCare, Texas-Based Health Care Provider For immediate release Contact: Bryce McKinnis | (405) 574-1337 CHICKASHA (May 13, 2025) -- The University of Science & Arts of Oklahoma has announced a partnership with TimelyCare, a 24/7/365 telehealth support platform, to provide mental health services to its students. The partnership follows an initiative by th  more

USC Study Reveals Link Between Type 2 Diabetes and Brain Health in Older Adults From Various Populations
LOS ANGELES, California, May 15 -- The University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine issued the following news: * * * USC Study Reveals Link Between Type 2 Diabetes and Brain Health in Older Adults from Various Populations New neuroimaging-based research reveals diabetes-related brain atrophy in older adults from different backgrounds. A new USC-led study has uncovered a significant link between type 2 diabetes mellitus and cortical thickness in older adults from various populati  more

UT MD Anderson and Texas Children's Hospital Announce $150 Million Gift From Kinder Foundation to Launch Kinder Children's Cancer Center
HOUSTON, Texas, May 15 -- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center issued the following news release: * * * UT MD Anderson and Texas Children's Hospital announce $150 million gift from Kinder Foundation to launch Kinder Children's Cancer Center Historic donation unites two renowned institutions under one new world-class center created to end childhood cancer The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and Texas Children's Hospital today announced a $150 million gift from Kinde  more

UT Southwestern Breaks Ground on $177M Radiation Oncology Campus in Fort Worth
DALLAS, Texas, May 13 -- The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center issued the following news release: * * * UT Southwestern breaks ground on $177M Radiation Oncology campus in Fort Worth New 65,000-square-foot facility expands services to give patients lifesaving cancer treatments close to home FORT WORTH - May 12, 2025 - Ushering in a new era of cancer care in Fort Worth, UT Southwestern Medical Center broke ground today on a $177 million Radiation Oncology campus that will provid  more

UTHealth Houston Study Reveals Long-term Mental Health Benefits of Healthy Relationship Skills Program for Adolescents
TYLER, Texas, May 13 -- The University of Texas Health Science Center issued the following news: * * * UTHealth Houston study reveals long-term mental health benefits of healthy relationship skills program for adolescents By Jeannette Sanchez Teaching healthy relationship skills to middle school students can help prevent adolescent relationship abuse and lead to better mental health outcomes -- including reduced depression -- years later, according to researchers at UTHealth Houston. The s  more

UTMB Launches Innovative Center for Health and Clinical Outcomes Research
GALVESTON, Texas, May 15 -- The University of Texas Medical Branch issued the following news release: * * * UTMB Launches Innovative Center for Health and Clinical Outcomes Research In an era of unprecedented data availability, the University of Texas Medical Branch has established a new hub to transform health care delivery and population health management. UTMB launched the Center for Health and Clinical Outcomes Research, a university-level initiative that will serve as a central hub for   more

UTMB Study Showing Exercise, Not Testosterone, Aids Recovery After Hip Fracture
GALVESTON, Texas, May 17 -- The University of Texas Medical Branch issued the following news release: * * * UTMB Study Showing Exercise, Not Testosterone, Aids Recovery After Hip Fracture Researchers from the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) joined a multi-center team in conducting the largest randomized clinical trial to date on testosterone therapy in women recovering from hip fractures, finding that the hormone treatment did not improve physical function compared to supervised exe  more

UTSW Certified as a Comprehensive Cardiac Center
DALLAS, Texas, May 16 -- The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center issued the following news release: * * * UTSW certified as a Comprehensive Cardiac Center Only 24 hospitals nationwide have received the designation from The Joint Commission UT Southwestern Medical Center has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval(R) as a Comprehensive Cardiac Center (CCC), a certification that represents the highest standard in cardiovascular care. One of just 24 hospitals in the na  more

WHAT THEY'RE SAYING: GOP Faces "Trainwreck" Primaries "From Hell" with "Damaged" Candidates "Tarred by Scandal"
WASHINGTON, May 14 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * WHAT THEY'RE SAYING: GOP Faces "Trainwreck" Primaries "From Hell" with "Damaged" Candidates "Tarred by Scandal" Republicans brace for disaster ahead of crucial midterms: "It'll be an ugly one" Republicans across the Senate map are in panic mode over " nasty, competitive, and expensive " primaries emerging in Georgia, Texas, and Louisiana that could have " unwelcome spillover effects o  more

Winning routes: American Airlines adds more than 22,000 seats for football fans following release of 2025-2026 pro schedule
FORT WORTH, Texas, May 15 [Category: BizAerospace] -- American Airlines posted the following news: * * * Winning routes: American Airlines adds more than 22,000 seats for football fans following release of 2025-2026 pro schedule * American Airlines is adding more than 22,000 seats for professional and college football fans to see their favorite teams under the stadium lights this fall -- more than any other airline. * With the AAdvantage Perks program, customers can score wins of their ow  more

Zepbound outduels Wegovy in weight-loss clinical trial
ITHACA, New York, May 14 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Zepbound outduels Wegovy in weight-loss clinical trial Tirzepatide (trade name Zepbound) promoted greater weight loss in individuals with obesity than did semaglutide (trade name Wegovy) in a clinical trial that compared the safety and efficacy of the injectable drugs. In the 72-week trial - led by an investigator at Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian and conducted with the University of Texas McGov  more