WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 [Category: Political] -- The Ripon Society posted the following news release: * * * "Common-sense conservative values work, especially when deployed consistently over time." * Goldman, Evans & Fedorchak Discuss Their Priorities as New Members of the Energy & Commerce Committee and Their Approach to Doing the Job The Ripon Society hosted a breakfast discussion yesterday morning with three Republican lawmakers who share not only a common role, but a notable distinction - t  more

CANTON, Ohio, Jan. 16 -- The National Football League posted the following news on Jan. 15, 2026: * * * Forty-two players granted special eligibility for 2026 NFL Draft The NFL announced on Thursday the names of 42 players who have been granted special eligibility for the 2026 NFL Draft and 21 underclassmen who have fulfilled their degree requirements with college football eligibility remaining and are also eligible for selection in the draft. The 2026 draft is scheduled to be held April 23-  more

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Jan. 16 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news: * * * Achievements | Honors, appointments and publications for Jan. 16 * Recent achievements for the University of Nebraska-Lincoln community were earned by Simanti Banerjee, Joan Barnes, Maathir Basi, Edgar Cahoon, Ozan Ciftci, Abner Sanchez Dominguez, Kristen Hoerl, Dane Kiambi, Ciara Ousley, Ali Shull, Jordan Soliz and Colleen Warner. Honors Edgar Cahoon, George Holmes Professor of biochemistry and dir  more

NEW YORK, Jan. 16 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The American Civil Liberties Union, an organization that works to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the U.S., posted the following news release: * * * ACLU Renews Calls for Closure of Camp East Montana Following Reports that Detained Immigrant Was Choked to Death by ICE Officer * EL PASO, Texas - A harrowing Washington Post report released Thursday found that the death of Geraldo Lunas  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Jan. 16 -- The American Farm Bureau Federation posted the following news release: * * * Agricultural Groups Sound Alarm about Farmers' Future Agriculture groups sound an alarm about the economic crisis in rural America in a letter sent today to Congress. 56 organizations representing a cross-section of agriculture signed the letter, sending a strong message to Congress. The letter describes an existential threat looming over many farms, stating, "America's farmers, ranc  more

FORT WORTH, Texas, Jan. 16 [Category: BizAerospace] -- American Airlines posted the following news: * * * American Airlines flight crew training instructors and simulator pilot instructors approve five-year contract * FORT WORTH, Texas -The Transport Workers Union (TWU) announced today that American's more than 350 flight crew training instructors and simulator pilot instructors approved a new five-year contract. The new contract includes significant pay raises, which will take effect Jan. 1  more

FORT WORTH, Texas, Jan. 16 [Category: BizAerospace] -- American Airlines posted the following news: * * * American Airlines, Dallas Mavericks and Nick & Sam's Steakhouse host 19th annual Seats for Heroes night * Military service members honored with chartered flight, five-star dinner and VIP courtside experience at Mavericks game DALLAS-FORT WORTH, Texas -American Airlines, the Dallas Mavericks and Nick & Sam's Steakhouse hosted the 19th annual Seats for Heroes event honoring our nation's   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary on Jan. 15, 2026: * * * Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry Reiterates Calls for Eliminating State Income Tax By Jack Baum Today, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry once again stated his goal of eliminating the state's income tax. "I'm standing here to reiterate that my long-term goal is to eliminate the income tax in this state, once and for all," said Landry at his Thursday press conference on his fiscal responsibility  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary: * * * Nationwide Tax Competition Heats Up as Missouri Governor Calls for Zero Income Tax While blue states like California and New York look to impose tax hikes, red states pursue tax cuts By John Kartch There are eight no-income-tax states, and Missouri is in the race to become the ninth. Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe today called for an elimination of the state income tax. In his State of the State address today  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Amtrak (National Railroad Passenger Corp.) issued the following news: * * * Amtrak Offers $250 USA Rail Passes for a Limited Time * Enjoy ten trip segments over 30 days across most destinations nationwide WASHINGTON - Adventure awaits! Amtrak invites travelers to explore our country's culture and history on America's Railroad, journeying through the charming towns, iconic cities, and distinct landscapes that have shaped our nation for generations. To coincide with th  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Jan. 17 -- ARAMARK, a provider of food, facilities, refreshments, hospitality and supply chain services, issued the following news release: * * * Aramark Student Nutrition Teams Up with Cornerstone Christian Schools' 4-H Program to Bring Culinary Education to Life Aramark Student Nutrition helps students go beyond the lunch line by fostering culinary curiosity and empowering them with skills for better living. This fall, students at Cornerstone Christian Schools in  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The National Consumer Law Center posted the following news release: * * * As MLK Day Approaches, HUD Takes Steps to Reduce Access to Housing * Proposed Rule Change Would Condone Discrimination in Housing  WASHINGTON - The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)'s latest broadside is aimed at depriving millions of people from access to housing. HUD's proposed changes would fundamentally rewrite fair housing law, allowing real estate age  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release: * * * Ascension Texas Celebrates 146 Physicians and Providers Named to Austin Monthly's 2026 Top Doctors List * Ascension Seton and Dell Children's Medical Center, proudly announces that 146 of its physicians and advanced practice providers have been named to the 2026 "Top Doctors" list published annually by Austin Monthly magazine. This recognition reflects the  more

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 16 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas posted the following news release: * * * Atlantic Biologicals Corporation co-owner agrees to pay half a million for alleged failure to report suspicious controlled substance orders * HOUSTON - A 64-year-old Miami, Florida, woman has agreed to pay $500,000 to resolve violations of the Controlled Substances Act, including failing to maintain effective controls, announced U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganj  more

BRISTOL, Connecticut, Jan. 16 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * Bill Belichick to join ACC Network's on-site coverage of CFP National Championship as special guest analyst * * ACCN delivers three consecutive days of live studio programming from Miami, Jan. 17-19 * Field Pass with ACC Huddle alternate telecast available on ACCN * Coverage includes analysis from legendary head coaches Belichick, Mark Richt, Jimbo Fisher; plus   more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics - Midwest Regional Information Office issued the following report: * * * Business Employment Dynamics in Minnesota -- First Quarter 2025 * From December 2024 to March 2025, gross job losses from closing and contracting private-sector establishments in Minnesota were 139,190, while gross job gains from opening and expanding private-sector establishments were 129,481, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Stat  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics - Midwest Regional Information Office issued the following report: * * * Business Employment Dynamics in Wisconsin -- First Quarter 2025 * From December 2024 to March 2025, gross job gains from opening and expanding private-sector establishments in Wisconsin were 128,770, while gross job losses from closing and contracting private-sector establishments were 124,907, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Stat  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 [Category: Sociological] -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release: * * * CAIR, CAIR-CA Condemn Political Grandstanding, Scapegoating of Afghan Nationals and Muslim-Serving Groups at Joint Subcommittee Hearing * The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, along with its California chapter (CAIR-CA), today condemned the political grandstanding and scapegoating of   more

SACRAMENTO, California, Jan. 17 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Jan. 16, 2026: * * * Governor Newsom announces appointments SACRAMENTO - Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments: Luis Portillo, of Glendora, has been appointed to the Medical Board of California. Portillo has been President and Chief Executive Officer at the San Gabriel Valley Economic Partnership since 2021. He was Director of Public Policy at the Inland Empire   more

MCLEAN, Virginia, Jan. 12 -- The Center for Excellence in Education issued the following news release: * * * CEE Program Alumni Among Top Scholars in Science Competition The Center for Excellence in Education (CEE) is pleased to announce that 17 alumni of CEE's Research Science Institute (RSI) and USA Biolympiad (USABO) are among the top 300 scholars in the Regeneron Science Talent Search 2026, an annual science competition for high school seniors. "I am so proud of these students, who are   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Census Bureau issued the following report in December 2025 entitled "Center for Economic Studies Research Report: 2024." Here are excerpts: * * * CONTENTS A Message From the Chief Economist ... 1 Chapters 1. 2024 News ... 3 2. Improving Measurement of Nonemployer Businesses: Integrating the Job and Business Frames for an Evolving Economy ... 17 3. Measuring Artificial Intelligence Use by Businesses ... 29 Appendixes 1. Overview of the Cente  more

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 13 -- CenterPoint Energy Foundation issued the following news release: * * * CenterPoint Energy Foundation and Community One launch Home Repair & Care program for southwestern Indiana customers New Home Repair & Care program will help eligible customers sustainably reduce heating and cooling use; New effort backed by CenterPoint Energy Foundation's $5 million Community Energy Improvement Fund * EVANSVILLE, Ind. - The CenterPoint Energy Foundation today announced its col  more

NEW YORK, Jan. 17 -- The Columbia Law School issued the following news: * * * The 2025 Stone Circle Luncheon: 'Wisdom, Perspective, and Enduring Bonds' The event brought together Columbia Law School alumni who graduated 50 or more years ago and featured a keynote from Professor Jeremy Kessler. * Alumni who graduated in 1975 or earlier reconnected at the 51st annual Stone Circle Luncheon, held at the Sofitel New York on October 27. The approximately 80 alumni attendees also heard from Jeremy  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Rep. Vicente Gonzalez, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Vicente Gonzalez Urges President Trump to Protect Student Loan Borrowers' Paychecks Amid an affordability crisis, South Texas student loan borrowers in default cannot afford to lose up to 15% of their wages * Washington, D.C.- As prices on everyday goods continue to rise from tariffs and millions of Americans see their health care premiums skyrocket, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Escobar Statement on Detainee Death at Camp East Montana Likely to be Classified as Homicide * Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) released the following statement in response to the Washington Post's article about a detainee death at Camp East Montana likely to be classified as a homicide: I have been sounding the alarm about Camp East Montana, a $1.24 billion privately  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, issued the following news: * * * Cornyn, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Increase Penalties for Using Vehicles as Weapons Against ICE Agents, Law Enforcement * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), James Lankford (R-OK), Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), Bill Hagerty (R-TN), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), and Steve Daines (R-MT) today introduced the ICE Protection Act, which would increase penalties for offenders who assault or re  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, issued the following news: * * * Cornyn, Kim, Wicker, Padilla Lead Bill to Drive Innovation and Partnerships between NASA and Space Industry * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), Andy Kim (D-NJ), Roger Wicker (R-MS), and Alex Padilla (D-CA) introduced legislation to drive space innovation in America through fostering collaboration between NASA and the commercial space industry. By creating the Public Private Talent Exchange   more

SANTA BARBARA, California, Jan. 17 -- Direct Relief issued the following news: * * * Direct Relief Support Departs for 14 Countries, 44 U.S. States and Territories Direct Relief's Humanitarian Activity for the week of 01/09/2026 - 01/16/2026 * Over the past week, Direct Relief has delivered 500 shipments of requested medical aid to 44 U.S. states and territories and 14 countries worldwide. The shipments contained 6.9 million defined daily doses of medication Medications and supplies shippe  more

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 16 -- Texas A&M University, a component of the public university system in Texas, posted the following news from its agriculture program: * * * Dry conditions and increased vegetation set stage for higher wildfire risk in Texas * Wildfire activity across the state is expected to increase this winter and spring as above-normal levels of vegetation dry and become highly flammable, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service. The dormant wildfire season, which occurs during   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Federal Communications Commission Media Bureau issued the following letter (Docket No. DA 26-60) on Jan. 16, 2026: * * * To: Church of the Last Call, c/o Martha Lilian Simaj, 10223 Huntington Wood Dr, Houston, TX 77099, martasimaj@gmail.com (sent by email) Church of the Last Call, c/o Dan J. Alpert, 2120 21st Rd. N, Arlington, VA 22201, dja@commlaw.tv (sent by email) In re: Church of the Last Call, New LPFM, Whaley Corner, Texas Facility ID No. 788509 Application  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Federal Communications Commission Media Bureau issued the following letter (Docket No. DA 26-61) on Jan. 16, 2026: * * * To: YAHWEH HTX, c/o Isai Ibarra, 3120 Pasadena Blvd Apt 95, Pasadena, TX 77503, info@xtremeforcewheels.com (sent by email) YAHWEH HTX, c/o Dan J. Alpert, 2120 21st Rd. N, Arlington, VA 22201, dja@commlaw.tv (sent by email) In re: YAHWEH HTX, New LPFM, Alvin, Texas Facility ID No. 788316 Application File No. 0000232982 Dear Applicant: We have   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Federal Election Commission issued the following weekly digest: * * * Commission meetings and hearings No open meetings or executive sessions were scheduled this week. * * * Litigation Bernegger v. FEC (Case No. 25-4559) On December 31, 2025, Plaintiff filed a Complaint for Declaratory and Injunctive Relief in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia alleging that the Commission failed to act on the Plaintiff's administrative complaint during the stat  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 17 -- The Institute for Justice posted the following news release: * * * Federal Judge Grants Early Win in Challenge to Texas Ban on Cultivated Meat Judge Albright denies Texas' motion to dismiss dormant Commerce Clause claim; lawsuit now heads into discovery * AUSTIN, Texas--At a hearing this afternoon, a federal judge denied the State of Texas's motion to dismiss the Institute for Justice's lawsuit challenging Texas's ban on the sale of cultivated meat. Ruling f  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas issued the following Beige Book on Jan. 14, 2026: * * * Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas Summary of Economic Activity Economic activity in the Eleventh District held steady over the reporting period. Little change was seen in manufacturing, retail, nonfinancial services, and real estate. The banking sector was a bright spot, with loan volumes increasing over the past six weeks. Activity in the energy sector weakened slightly, hampered b  more

MADISON, Wisconsin, Jan. 17 -- FFRF Action Fund, an organization that says it develops and advocates for legislation, regulations and government programs to preserve the constitutional principle of separation between state and church, posted the following news on Jan. 16, 2026: * * * 'Theocratic' Texas AG Paxton files baseless religious discrimination lawsuit FFRF Action Fund names Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, a staunch Christian nationalist, as its "Theocrat of the Week" for his basele  more

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Jan. 16 -- The University of New Mexico posted the following news: * * * Fisher reappointed as vice president for research * Over the past five years, Ellen Fisher has championed the phrase "Research is Education" in her role as vice president for research at The University of New Mexico. This mantra embodies more than words - it is a profound philosophy that has helped guide her leadership as the University's research enterprise celebrated some of its greatest acc  more

IRVING, Texas, Jan. 12 -- Omni Hotels and Resorts issued the following news release: * * * From Omni, With Love: Omni Hotels & Resorts Celebrates a Month of Heartfelt Moments This February Curated offerings and thoughtful surprises set the stage for romance and connection * This February, Omni Hotels & Resorts unveils From Omni, With Love -- a month-long tribute to meaningful connections, featuring curated experiences and intentional touches designed to inspire memorable, shareable stays ac  more

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 16 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Directs Investigations Into Potential Medicaid Fraud In Texas * Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter directing the Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General and the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) to launch investigations into potential Medicaid fraud in Texas to safeguard taxpayer funds, maintain access for eligible Texans, and ensure ef  more

SALEM, Oregon, Jan. 16 -- Gov. Tina Kotek, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Kotek Welcomes Home Oregon Guardsmen * On Thursday, Governor Tina Kotek and Oregon Military Department leadership greeted approximately 100 Oregon Army National Guard Soldiers returning to the Portland International Airport (PDX). Soldiers were arriving back home from Fort Bliss, Texas, concluding their mission as part of Task Force Rose Shield. "On behalf of all Oregonians, we thank you,  more

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 15 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Whitmer Makes Appointments to Boards and Commissions * January 15, 2026 Contact: press@michigan.gov LANSING, Mich. - Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced appointments to the following boards and commissions: Natural Resources Commission; Michigan Civil Rights Commission; Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention (Children Trust Michigan) Board of Directors; Michigan Board of   more

JACKSON, Mississippi, Jan. 17 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Mississippi posted the following news release on Jan. 16, 2026: * * * GULFPORT MAN CONVICTED AT TRIAL OF FENTANYL OFFENSES Gulfport, MS - After a three-day trial, on January 14, 2026, a jury in Gulfport, Mississippi convicted, Marcus Agee, 35, of Gulfport, Mississippi of one count of conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute fentanyl and two counts of possession with intent to distribute fentan  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- Rep. Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Helsinki Commissioner Rep. Doggett Introduces Bipartisan Sanctions Package on Russian Energy * Contact: Luis Botello Faz (link sends email) Washington, D.C.- An active member of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus and Helsinki Commission, U.S. Representative Lloyd Doggett (D-TX) introduced two bipartisan pieces of legislation to undercut the Russian war machine by strengthening the current ban on Russ  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Rep. Tom Cole, R-Oklahoma, chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 16, 2026: * * * House Appropriations Drives January Momentum, Advances Targeted America First Funding The House Appropriations Committee has driven results for the American people by doing exactly what we told the nation we would: breaking the failed status quo and putting discipline and accountability back in charge. The start of January has been defined  more

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Jan. 17 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Houston A&M Club endows mechanical engineering scholarship The largest A&M club in Texas established a scholarship to honor longtime member Gerald "Gerry" Grogin '47. By David Holt Chartered in 1923 in one of the nation's largest cities, the Houston A&M Club works to build community and generate financial support for students, all while fostering Aggie camaraderie. In honor o  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release: * * * ICE Arrests Worst of Worst Criminal Illegal Aliens Including Pedophiles, Sexual Deviants, and Violent Assailants * 70% of ICE arrests are of criminals charged with or convicted of a crime in the U.S. WASHINGTON -U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced the arrest of more worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens from across the country including those convicted of conti  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Sen. Ted Budd, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI - Senator Budd Appointed to United States Air Force Academy Board of Visitors * Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senator Ted Budd (R-N.C.), member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after U.S. Representative August Pfluger (R-Texas-11), Chairman of the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) Board of Visitors, announced his appointment to serve on the board. Senator Budd   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 12 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * ICYMI: DNC Warns Ten States That Agreements With Trump's DOJ Would Violate Federal Election Law On Friday, the DNC sent warning letters to ten states' Board of Elections or Secretary of State offices urging them to reject pressure from the Trump DOJ to hand over sensitive, unredacted voter files. The letters outline how the agreements these states are reportedly negotiating with the Trump DOJ vi  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 [Category: Financial Services] -- America's Credit Unions posted the following news: * * * Interchange bill should be rejected in any form * Misguided credit card interchange mandates would harm consumers, small businesses, and community financial institutions while delivering a windfall to corporate megastores. America's Credit Unions, Defense Credit Union Council, and Independent Community Bankers of America joined together in writing Congress Thursday, urging lawmakers  more

MONTGOMERY, Alabama, Jan. 16 -- Air University posted the following news: * * * International Air and Space Attaches tour Air University * Air University hosted an orientation tour for 30 International Air and Space Attaches and spouses Jan 12-13, educating allies on the Department of the Air Force mission and U.S. culture. On behalf of the Chief of Staff of the Air Force, International Affairs from the Office of the Deputy Under Secretary of the Air Force provides Attaches these orientati  more

DALLAS, Texas, Jan. 16 [Category: Medical] -- Susan G. Komen, an organization that says it addresses breast cancer on fronts such as research, community health, global outreach and public policy initiatives, posted the following news: * * * Introduction of Breast Imaging and Metastatic Step Therapy Legislation Will Benefit Thousands of Hoosiers * INDIANAPOLIS - Susan G. Komen (r), the world's leading breast cancer organization commends Representative Cherrish Pryor (D-Indianapolis) for worki  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 (TNSFR) -- The International Trade Commission is seeking public comment on potential remedies following a patent infringement investigation into certain nasal devices and their components. This request follows a series of settlements and defaults that have left five Chinese companies as the remaining respondents in the case. The investigation began in March 2025 after Denton, Texas-based Aardvark Medical Inc. filed a complaint. Aardvark Medical alleged that several imported   more

NEW SOUTH WALES, Australia, Jan. 16 [Category: Media] -- The Australian Recording Industry Association issued the following news: * * * LAROI lands a #2 debut * Olivia Dean's grip on the #1 spot on the ARIA Albums Chart continues as The Art Of Loving holds in the summit for the seventh non-consecutive week. It's the longest running #1 album by an English female artist since Adele's 30 also spent seven weeks at the chart summit in 2021-22. The Kid LAROI lands at #2 with Before I Forget. The  more

MOBILE, Alabama, Jan. 17 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Alabama posted the following news release on Jan. 16, 2026: * * * Leader of Major Drug-Trafficking Organization Sentenced to Life in Prison A Mobile man was sentenced today to life in prison for leading a vast drug-trafficking organization responsible for distributing hundreds of pounds of cocaine and pure methamphetamine. Several other members of the organization were also sentenced to serve decades in p  more

DALLAS, Texas, Jan. 16 [Category: Medical] -- Susan G. Komen, an organization that says it addresses breast cancer on fronts such as research, community health, global outreach and public policy initiatives, posted the following news: * * * Legislation Eliminates Financial Barriers to Critical Breast Imaging, Would Help Thousands Across Arizona Afford Care They Require * Susan G. Komen (r), the world's leading breast cancer organization commends Senator Hildy Angius (R-Bullhead City) for int  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 [Category: Energy] -- The Renewable Fuels Association posted the following letter on Jan. 7, 2026, with 72 farm and biofuel groups: * * * The Honorable John Thune, Majority Leader, United States Senate, Washington, D.C. 20510 The Honorable Charles Schumer, Minority Leader, United States Senate, Washington, D.C. 20510 The Honorable Mike Johnson, Speaker, United States House of Representatives Washington, D.C. 20515 The Honorable Hakeem Jeffries, Minority Leader, United St  more

IRVING, Texas, Jan. 17 -- Scouting America (formerly the Boy Scouts of America) issued the following news release: * * * Lion Forge Entertainment & Boy Scouts Org Scouting America Set Strategic Partnership Oscar-winning studio Lion Forge Entertainment has formed a strategic partnership with Scouting America, the organization formerly known as Boy Scouts of America, for the development of original content. The partnership is the first of its kind for Scouting America and provides the opportun  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- The Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund issued the following news release on Jan. 16, 2026: * * * MALDEF SEEKS TO INTERVENE ON BEHALF OF STUDENTS TO DEFEND VIRGINIA TUITION POLICY Richmond, VA - A Latino civil rights organization filed a motion to intervene in a federal lawsuit seeking to eliminate regular tuition for students without lawful immigration status in Virginia, according to papers filed in federal court Thursday. MALDEF (Mexican American Legal  more

ENCINO, California, Jan. 17 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release: * * * Marcus & Millichap Brokers Sale of 121-Room Residence Inn in Texarkana, Texas TEXARKANA, Texas, Jan. 15, 2026 - 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 a 121-room Residence Inn hotel property in Texarkana, Texas. "Both the buyer and seller are repeat client  more

ENCINO, California, Jan. 17 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release: * * * Marcus & Millichap Facilitates Sale of Five-Suite Retail Strip in the Austin MSA LEANDER, Texas, Jan. 15, 2026 - 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 a five-suite retail strip located in the Austin, Texas MSA. "We ran a strong marketing campaign that gen  more

LA GRANGE PARK, Illinois, Jan. 15 [Category: Energy] -- The American Nuclear Society posted the following news: * * * Mark your calendars for the ANS Student Conference * Spring will be here before we know it, and with it will come the 2026 ANS Student Conference, which will take place April 16-18 in College Station, Texas, at Texas A&M University. Registration for the conference is now open. Click here to learn more. The details: The theme of this year's student conference is "Don't Mes  more

MOUNT PROSPECT, Illinois, Jan. 16 [Category: Business] -- The National Sporting Goods Association posted the following news: * * * MPC Welcomes Durbin Push for Credit Card Competition Act * The Merchants Payments Coalition (MPC) welcomed remarks made by Senator Dick Durbin, D-Ill., on the Senate floor Thursday, January 15 as he called for passage of the Credit Card Competition Act two days after the measure was endorsed by President Donald Trump.  "This bipartisan bill that I've described   more

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Jan. 17 -- The Oceantic Network, formerly the Business Network for Offshore Wind, issued the following statement on Jan. 16, 2026: * * * Oceantic Statement: Largest U.S. Offshore Wind Project Can Return to Construction Moments ago, a U.S. judge for the Eastern District of Virginia has allowed the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project to resume work after granting their injunction request against the administration's lease suspension and construction pause issued D  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Jan. 17 -- Gov. Josh Shapiro, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on Jan. 16, 2026: * * * Governor Shapiro Secures Federal Support to Extend PJM Price Cap, Saving Consumers Tens of Billions of Dollars and Preventing Price Hikes Across 13 States Governor Shapiro's energy leadership continues to drive progress to expand generation and protect consumers. For more than two years, the Governor has been sounding the alarm on PJM's broken market rules and war  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Padilla, Kim, Wicker, Cornyn Lead Bipartisan Bill to Drive Innovation and Strengthen Partnerships Between NASA and Space Industry * WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Senators Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Andy Kim (D-N.J.), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), and John Cornyn (R-Texas) introduced bipartisan legislation to drive space innovation in America through fostering collaboration between NASA and the commercial space   more

NEW YORK, Jan. 16 [Category: Media] -- PEN America, an organization that says it stands at the intersection of literature and human rights to protect free expression, posted the following news release: * * * Political Pressure Has No Place in University Hiring Decisions * (NEW YORK)-The University of Arkansas has rescinded its job offer to legal scholar Emily Suski, who had been slated to become dean of the School of Law, due to pressure from state politicians. The University's official stat  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 17 -- Rep. Bennie G. Thompson, D-Mississippi, ranking member of the House Homeland Security Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 15, 2026: * * * Ranking Member Thompson Statement on Homicide at ICE Detention Camp in El Paso Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the below statement of a reported homicide at an ICE detention facility - Camp East Montana - in El Paso, Texas on January 3rd. "The Fede  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Pfluger Questions FCC Chairman Carr and Commissioners During C&T Subcommittee Hearing * W ASHINGTON, DC -Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), a member of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology, questioned Federal Communications Chairman Brendan Carr and Commissioner Olivia Trusty on the monumental wins Republicans delivered to the American people through the   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Pfluger's Mystic Alerts Act Advances Out of Communications and Technology Subcommittee * W ASHINGTON, DC -Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) spoke in favor of his legislation, the Mystic Alerts Act, during a House Energy and Commerce Communications and Technology Subcommittee markup. Since the devastating floods in Texas on July 4th, Rep. Pfluger has been at the forefront of strengthening emerg  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Rep. Randy Weber, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Weber Announces 2025 Congressional App Challenge Winner * League City, TX \- Today, Congressman Randy Weber (TX-14) announced Aarush Sinha, a student at Clear Creek High School, as the winner of the 2025 Congressional App Challenge for Texas' 14th Congressional District. Aarush earned first place for his app, Vision Warrior, a web-based application designed to assist individuals with visual impair  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Sen. Mike Rounds, R-South Dakota, issued the following news release: * * * Rounds Joins Lee and Roy on SAVE Act to Secure Federal Elections * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) today joined Senator Mike Lee (R-Utah) and Representative Chip Roy (R-Texas) in sponsoring the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. This legislation aims to make certain that only United States citizens are participating in federal elections by requiring proof of citizens  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Cruz Celebrates Coast Guard's Historic Investment in South Padre Island * WASHINGTON, D.C. - The United States Coast Guard announced a landmark $200 million expansion and rebuild of the Coast Guard Station in South Padre Island (SPI). Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Chairman of the Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, secured this money for SPI in the Working Families Tax Cut Act. The funding   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Sen. Ted Budd, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Budd Leads Legislation Banning Foreign Violators of Religious Freedom from Obtaining U.S. Visas * Washington, D.C. -This week, U.S. Senator Ted Budd (R-N.C.) introduced the Banning Perpetrators of Religious Persecution Act to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) by restricting the issuance of visas to individuals who have directed, authorized, significantly supported, participa  more

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 16 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas posted the following news release: * * * Southern District of Texas continues its relentless pursuit of border security, charging 319 people with new cases * HOUSTON - A total of 318 additional cases have been filed in immigration and border-related matters from Jan. 9-15, announced U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei. Of those charged, 113 people face illegal entry charges, while another 180 face ch  more

NEW PORT RICHEY, Florida, Jan. 17 -- The Southern Shrimp Alliance issued the following news release on Jan. 15, 2026: * * * All Ten Gulf Senators Ask NOAA Fisheries to Ban Imports of Mexican Red Snapper In a letter sent yesterday to NOAA Fisheries from all ten Senators in the five states bordering the Gulf of America, the federal agency was urged to use its authority - without further delay - to prevent fish caught through illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing from entering the U  more

NEW PORT RICHEY, Florida, Jan. 17 -- The Southern Shrimp Alliance issued the following news release: * * * In Historic First, Treasury Opposes Foreign Shrimp Competitor Funding Southern Shrimp Alliance Grateful for Administration's Unprecedented Stand * American shrimpers are spotlighting the U.S. Treasury Department's landmark vote against an Asian Development Bank (ADB) project to fund $150 million in Thai shrimp production. This marks the first time in history that the United States has   more

DALLAS, Texas, Jan. 12 -- Southwest Airlines issued the following news release: * * * SOUTHWEST AIRLINES CELEBRATED NEW LEGACY PARTNERSHIP WITH THE CHICAGO CUBS WITH FAN EXPERIENCE AT WRIGLEY FIELD On Saturday, Jan. 10, Southwest Airlines hosted a fan experience at the Southwest corner of Wrigley Field, near the iconic Wrigley Field Marquee to celebrate the airline's new partnership with the Chicago Cubs. Fans enjoyed special appearances by Cubs All-Star centerfielder, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Cu  more

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, Jan. 17 -- Space Foundation issued the following news release on Jan. 15, 2026: * * * Space Foundation to Host Innovate Space: Finance Forum in Partnership With Texas Space Commission Space Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded in 1983 to advance the global space community, today announced it will host Innovate Space: Finance Forum, an executive-level conference focused on how capital is shaping the future of the space economy. The forum will take place Feb.  more

DALLAS, Texas, Jan. 15 -- The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center posted the following news release: * * * Study reveals molecular 'switch' that turns on inflammation in obesity * DALLAS - Jan. 15, 2026 - A team led by UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers has uncovered a molecular pathway that links obesity to widespread inflammation, providing long-sought insight into why obesity increases the risk of Type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, fatty liver disease, and certai  more

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: * * * Team Sheppard Welcomes Second Air Force Leadership By 2nd Lt. Rainy Ellis, 82nd Training Wing Public Affairs SHEPPARD AIR FORCE BASE, Texas - Team Sheppard welcomed Maj. Gen. Matthew Wolfe Davidson, Second Air Force commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Colin A. Fleck, Second Air Force command chief, Jan. 15 for a leadership immersion focused on reinforcing command priorities an  more

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 16 -- Texas A&M University, a component of the public university system in Texas, posted the following news from its agriculture program: * * * Texas A&M AgriLife's year of impact: Top stories of 2025 * In 2025, Texas A&M AgriLife tackled some of the most pressing challenges in agriculture and life sciences head-on. Through research safeguarding the food supply, education shaping future leaders, and service programs meeting Texans where they are, Texas A&M AgriLife deli  more

PLANO, Texas, Jan. 16 [Category: Sociological] -- The First Liberty Institute, an organization that says it is dedicated to defending liberty for all Americans, issued the following news release: * * * Texas County Places Ten Commandments Monument with Dedication Ceremony The monument donated to Tarrant County will be nearly identical to the one on the Texas state capitol grounds. *  Fort Worth, TX -Today, a dedication ceremony was held as a permanent monument of the Ten Commandments was p  more

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 15 (TNSrpt) -- Texas Southern University posted the following news: * * * Texas Redistricting and the 2026 Primaries: What Changed and Why It Matters for Houston * A new report by the Barbara Jordan Public Policy Research and Survey Center at Texas Southern University analyzes the demographic and partisan composition of the 38 U.S. House districts created by the mid-decade Texas redistricting process this past summer, with a special focus on the 10 Houston area congressi  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news: * * * This Week in DOW: Strengthening the Defense Industrial Base, JAGs Assist Immigration Mission in Minnesota, Protecting America's Caribbean Backyard * Defense contractors in Texas this week got a visit from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth as part of his ongoing Arsenal of Freedom tour, which started earlier this month as a way to grow and strengthen America's defense industrial base. "While at SpaceX, Secretary   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Tlaib Introduces Bill to Prevent Restricting Access to Body Camera Footage with a Paywall * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) introduced the Stop Body Camera Paywalls Act to prevent local and state governments from restricting access to police body camera footage behind an obstructive paywall. Recently, the state of Ohio adopted a new law to charge members of the publ  more

FORT WORTH, Texas, Jan. 12 -- TTI, a distributor of electronic components, issued the following news release: * * * TTI and 3M Present New Podcast Series on Robotics and Machine Vision TTI, Inc., a leading specialty distributor of electronic components, is hosting a new Distribution Download podcast series with 3M on the expanding technology and applications in robotics and machine vision. The series features TTI host, John Sandy, Supplier Marketing Manager, and 3M guest, Dave Nybery, Global  more

LOS ANGELES, California, Jan. 16 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Gibson, Dunn and Crutcher, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Twelve Gibson Dunn Lawyers Were Lead Counsel in Billion-Dollar M&A Transactions in 2025 * The Texas Lawbook The Texas Lawbook (subscription required) reported that 12 Gibson Dunn lawyers were among the 135 in the state who were lead counsel on billion-dollar M&A transactions in 2025. These 12 deals totaled $54.1 billion in deal value, second among all firms.   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- Sen. Katie Britt, R-Alabama, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Jim Risch, Colleagues Call for Continued Protection of Religious Freedoms * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.), on National Religious Freedom Day, announced she joined Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho) and several of their Republican colleagues in introducing a resolution expressing the need for America's continued leadership on matters of religious freedom. "  more

DENTON, Texas, Jan. 17 -- The University of North Texas issued the following news release: * * * $20 Million Estate Gift to Support Full Scholarships in the G. Brint Ryan College of Business The University of North Texas (UNT) has received a transformational estate commitment of approximately $20 million from anonymous longtime supporters -- including a devoted UNT alumnus -- to establish a permanent legacy scholarship endowment in the G. Brint Ryan College of Business -- the largest scholars  more

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Jan. 16 -- The University of New Mexico posted the following news: * * * UNM receives renewal of Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement designation * The University of New Mexico is well-known for research and scholarship that has tangible, positive impacts in the community. And now it has gained a renewed national credential that further demonstrates how it is making a difference. UNM is among 237 institutions recognized this month as a 2026 Car  more

BROWNSVILLE, Texas, Jan. 17 -- The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley issued the following news: * * * UTRGV awarded NSF funding to lead global sustainability education Joins Global Center for Sustainable Bioproducts initiative By Amanda A. Taylor-Uchoa RIO GRANDE VALLEY, TEXAS - JAN. 16, 2026 -UTRGV has been awarded a $299,999 education-outreach grant to help with a global initiative working to transform agricultural waste into biodegradable materials. The grant, part of the National S  more

PORTLAND, Oregon, Jan. 16 -- VoteVets issued the following news release on Jan. 14, 2026: * * * VoteVets Investing Six-Figures in Texas Special Election Run-Off for Senate District 9 The $500k Ad Buy is the First Major Investment in the Run-Off from a Leading National Organization * Today, VoteVets is announcing a $500k ad buy in the special election run-off for Texas Senate District 9. This ad buy is the first major investment in the run-off from a leading national organization and comes  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 16 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: "You Just Can't Rule Out the Possibility that The Dems are Going to Get a Majority" * MS NOW's Lawrence O'Donnell : "It looks now like the Democrats have a very serious chance to win the United States Senate." With four high-profile, battle-tested Senate candidates in Alaska, Maine, North Carolina, and Ohio, political analysts " can't rule out the possibility t  more

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 17 -- The University of Houston issued the following news: * * * When the World Needed Energy Market Analysis, Media Turned to UH Energy Experts The Energy University(R) Delivered Real-Time, Trusted Insight on the Global Energy Implications of Recent Geopolitical Events in Venezuela By DJ Sprenger, 713-743-2739, djspreng@central.uh.edu When the world woke up to the announcement that the U.S. had captured Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro, news organizations around th  more