CANTON, Ohio, March 14 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * 2026 NFL free agency frenzy: Smartest/riskiest signings and trades in opening wave of moves Matt Okada, Editorial, Fantasy Content The free agency frenzy has been a whirlwind, but as the dust settles on an eventful opening stanza, certain moves stand out. After poring over all of the fits and finances, I've compiled my list of the smartest and riskiest signings and trades in the first wave of activity. O  more

WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Committee released the following testimony by Amvets National Commander Paul Shipley from a March 4, 2026, joint hearing with the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee entitled "Legislative Presentation of The American Legion & Multi VSOs: Paralyzed Veterans of America, AMVETS, National Association of State Directors of Veteran Affairs, Wounded Warrior Project, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, National Guard Association of the United Stat  more

WASHINGTON, March 15 (TNSLrpt) -- CONTINUING KENTUCKY TAX REFORM EFFORTS - A report from Buckeye Institute, Columbus, Ohio and Bluegrass Institute, Shelbyville, Kentucky - March 2026 (42 pages) - Authored by Rea S. Hederman Jr. and Sai C. Martha * * * The Buckeye Institute and the Bluegrass Institute issued a report evaluating the potential economic effects of continuing income tax reforms in Kentucky. The policy report analyzes recent tax policy changes in the state and explores how additiona  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 14 -- The National Football League posted the following commentary on March 13, 2026, by NFL.com analyst Marc Ross: * * * Five intriguing developments from first week of 2026 NFL free agency The NFL is turning the page on the first phase of free agency. To date, there have been some stunning moves -- and non-moves, one of which I'll get to in a second. With all 32 team striving to better their rosters, here are some developments that really stuck out to me at the beginnin  more

OXFORD, Ohio, March 14 -- Miami University posted the following news: * * * Creating a culture of winning: RedHawks claim MAC championship * Amber Tretter was thrust into a leadership role early on in her Miami University women's basketball career. Three years ago, Tretter and teammate Nuria Jurjo were among the first-year players for head coach Glenn Box, also in his first season. Miami won nine games that year, but Tretter and the RedHawks were setting the stage for things to come, a tra  more

WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Rep. Joyce Beatty, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Federal Judge Orders Trump Administration to Allow Congresswoman Beatty to Participate in Kennedy Center Demolition Meeting and Produce Information Before Meeting * WASHINGTON, D.C.-Today a federal judge for the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia ordered () the Trump administration to ensure Congresswoman Joyce Beatty is provided with the crucial information about Donald Trump's plan to   more

WASHINGTON, March 15 (TNSLrpt) -- Manufacturing the Vote: How Anti-Borders States are Harming Election Integrity - A report from Federation for American Immigration Reform - March 2026 (27 pages) - Authored by Mateo Forero and Hannah Davis * * * The Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR) issued a report examining alleged vulnerabilities in U.S. voter registration systems and the potential for noncitizens to appear on voter rolls. The report analyzes election policies in several stat  more

CLEVELAND, Ohio, March 14 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Ohio posted the following news release on March 13, 2026: * * * Illegal Alien and Convicted Felon Sentenced to More than 15 Years in Prison for Trafficking Cocaine Across US-Mexico Border A Mexican national has been sentenced to federal prison for illegally entering the United States and then trafficking kilogram-quantities of cocaine in Northeast Ohio. Jaime Ortega-Urquidi, 63, was sentenced to 188 mon  more

OXFORD, Ohio, March 14 -- Miami University posted the following news: * * * Miami fans relish MAC championship run * Video by Zachary Burnett Dave Muthersvaugh was the best man at the wedding of Katie and Michael McNeil, and the Miami Merger couple celebrates 52 years of marriage on Monday. On Saturday, they had some of the best seats in the house to watch the RedHawks capture the Mid-American Conference Tournament championship in women's basketball. Rows of Red and White were out and   more

CANTON, Ohio, March 11 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * NFL free agency winners and losers: Daniel Jones cashes in; Maxx Crosby waits for what's next Eric Edholm, Lead Draft Writer Even after an extremely busy first day of the negotiating period between teams and free agents, it felt like a fairly routine start to the offseason. That is, until Tuesday night. That's when the Maxx Crosby situation turned the market on its head. About 12 hours after news broke t  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 14 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * New Bills WR DJ Moore says time with Bears 'ran its course,' knows Josh Allen is 'ready' for him Michael Baca, Digital Content Editor It's onward and upward for new Bills wide receiver DJ Moore, who was dealt for the second time in his career this past week. Introduced to Buffalo on Thursday, Moore said Josh Allen is ready for the pairing to get to work. "It's a warm welcome, I'm just glad to be here,"   more

CANTON, Ohio, March 14 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Chargers add ex-Ravens speedster Keaton Mitchell to Mike McDaniel's offense on two-year deal Kevin Patra, Senior News Writer The Los Angeles Chargers have added a rushing weapon for new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel. Former Baltimore Ravens running back Keaton Mitchell is signing with the Chargers on a two-year, $9.25 million deal that includes $5 million fully guaranteed, NFL Network Insider Tom P  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 14 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey in a 'waiting pattern' on new contract Kevin Patra, Senior News Writer The Houston Texans' Ka'imi Fairbairn topped the kicker market this offseason, inking a two-year, $13 million deal. Unless the Dallas Cowboys drag their feet, he shouldn't hold that title long. Brandon Aubrey should reset the market at some point, but with Dallas using the restricted free-agent tender on t  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 14 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Falcons DE James Pearce Jr. charged with three felonies, one misdemeanor Grant Gordon, Digital Content Editor Atlanta Falcons defensive end James Pearce Jr. was charged Thursday with three felonies and one misdemeanor by the Miami-Dade (Florida) State Attorney for an incident on Feb. 7 involving WNBA player Rikea Jackson, according to circuit court documents. Pearce, 22, is charged with felony counts of  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 14 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Falcons GM Ian Cunningham: Tua Tagovailoa coming in to 'compete' with Michael Penix Jr. Nick Shook, Around The NFL Writer The Atlanta Falcons are turning toward a fresh start under a new regime in 2026 and acted accordingly at the start of free agency by making an addition to the most important position in the sport. Former Miami Dolphins signal-caller Tua Tagovailoa's arrival on a one-year, minimum deal  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 11 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Geno Smith excited for second act with Jets: 'It's kind of like a movie' Grant Gordon, Digital Content Editor The prodigal son has returned to Gotham. Nine years after leaving New York and a decade removed from his last season with the Jets, Geno Smith has returned via trade from the Las Vegas Raiders. Once viewed as a problem child, Smith is aiming to be the answer for a Jets franchise that drafted him  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 14 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Jaguars GM James Gladstone discusses 'fraudulent' Brian Thomas Jr. trade rumblings Nick Shook, Around The NFL Writer Brian Thomas Jr. is a Jacksonville Jaguar, and so far, it seems he'll remain one for the immediate future. An offer could change things, however. With trade rumors swirling, Jaguars general manager James Gladstone was asked whether he's received interest regarding the young receiver Thurs  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 14 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Kellen Moore noncommittal on Alvin Kamara's future with Saints post Travis Etienne signing Kevin Patra, Senior News Writer The New Orleans Saints' signing running back Travis Etienne could spell the end for Alvin Kamara in The Bayou. Asked on Thursday if Kamara was part of his plan for 2026, head coach Kellen Moore deflected the question. "We'd like to go through that process certainly," he said. "We kn  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 14 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Lifelong Vikings fan Kyler Murray eager to capitalize on new opportunity in Minnesota Nick Shook, Around The NFL Writer Kyler Murray made a quick decision to join the Vikings as a free agent. As he sees it, the move was rooted in his childhood. "Ever since I started playing tackle football. I was seven years old," Murray said Thursday during his introductory press conference after inking a one-year deal  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 14 -- The National Football League posted the following news on March 13, 2026: * * * Mike Tomlin breaks silence after Steelers departure: 'We were here for a long and really good time' Nick Shook, Around The NFL Writer Mike Tomlin has broken his silence -- and filled the air with nothing but gratitude. Tomlin spoke publicly on Thursday for the first time since stepping down from his post as head coach of the Steelers in January. His message was simple: To quote Fall Out  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 14 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * New 49ers WR Mike Evans: 'I'm that piece' San Francisco was missing Nick Shook, Around The NFL Writer Mike Evans' departure from Tampa Bay sent shockwaves through the region and inspired the same in the Bay Area. He's happy, too, because San Francisco is where he wanted to be. "I feel like they were one piece away, and I'm that piece," Evans said during his introductory press conference Thursday in Sant  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 14 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * New-age Titans unveil new-look logo, uniforms and helmets Grant Gordon, Digital Content Editor With 2025 No. 1 overall pick and face of the franchise Cam Ward emerging from a shadowy locker room and onto a spotlighted field, the new-look Tennessee Titans were unveiled Thursday night. And with that, the new-age Titans were born, featuring a fresh logo, uniform and helmet that mark the beginning of the fr  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 11 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Niners trading 2026 third-round pick to Cowboys for DT Osa Odighizuwa Bobby Kownack, Digital Content Producer The Cowboys are on a trading spree early on in the offseason -- only this time, they're shipping two defenders out of Dallas. The 49ers are acquiring defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa from the Cowboys in exchange for a 2026 third-round pick (No. 92 overall), NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and To  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 14 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Panthers, OT Rasheed Walker agree to terms on one-year deal Michael Baca, Digital Content Editor Carolina is shoring up its offensive line by adding one of the top tackles available in free agency. The Panthers have agreed to terms with left tackle Rasheed Walker on a one-year deal, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported on Friday, per sources. Walker's deal is worth up to $10 mill  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 14 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Pete Carroll takes blame for Geno Smith's struggles with Raiders, supports QB's return to Jets Kevin Patra, Senior News Writer Pete Carroll remains in Geno Smith's corner. In his first interview since being fired by the Las Vegas Raiders, Carroll told ESPN's Rich Cimini that he sees the positives about the quarterback's return to the New York Jets. "If he figured out [New York] was a good place for him   more

CANTON, Ohio, March 11 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Ravens GM Eric DeCosta 'gutted' over decision to call off Maxx Crosby trade with Raiders Nick Shook, Around The NFL Writer Less than 24 hours after the Ravens pulled out of the Maxx Crosby trade, Baltimore general manager Eric DeCosta fielded questions about the stunning decision. In short, DeCosta explained they were not able to "complete the process" of trading for the star Raiders pass rusher, which l  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 14 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Ravens' Eric DeCosta on replacing Tyler Linderbaum: 'We have a pretty good history of drafting centers' Kevin Patra, Senior News Writer The focus on the collapsed Maxx Crosby trade muddied the waters in Baltimore, shifting most of the attention from the fact that general manager Eric DeCosta still has plenty of other business to attend to in free agency. The most glaring need is now at center, where the  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 14 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * RB Travis Etienne on signing with hometown Saints: 'It was more than a cherry on top' Michael Baca, Digital Content Editor Signing with the New Orleans Saints is more than just a homecoming for Travis Etienne -- it's a fitting opportunity to right a wrong that's followed him ever since leaving Jennings, Louisiana, for college. Etienne began his introductory news conference on Friday by declaring he'd lik  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 11 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Returning Raiders DE Maxx Crosby delivers emphatic post: 'I'm back. Run that (expletive)' Grant Gordon, Digital Content Editor Maxx Crosby is back from Baltimore, back in the Sliver and Black and back from ... the dead? Just more than 24 hours after the Las Vegas Raiders announced their trade of Crosby to the Ravens for a pair of first-round draft picks had been "backed out" of by Baltimore, Crosby poste  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 14 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Trey Hendrickson eager 'to start something fresh' with Ravens, says he's 'in a win-now window' Nick Shook, Around The NFL Writer Though it operates in the same division, there's something about Trey Hendrickson's new employer that is just different. It's why the 31-year-old edge rusher jumped at the opportunity to become a Baltimore Raven. And it's a major reason why he cannot wait to get started in his   more

CANTON, Ohio, March 14 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Vikings sign QB Kyler Murray for one-year, league minimum deal after release by Cardinals Grant Gordon, Digital Content Editor The No. 1 overall pick of the 2019 NFL Draft has landed in the Twin Cities. Kyler Murray, who was officially released by the Arizona Cardinals on Wednesday, has signed a one-year deal for the league minimum with the Minnesota Vikings, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pe  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 14 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Niners bringing back Dre Greenlaw on one-year, $7.5 million deal after season with Broncos Nick Shook, Around The NFL Writer The 49ers are welcoming back one of their own. Linebacker Dre Greenlaw is returning to San Francisco on a one-year, $7.5 million deal, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported on Thursday. San Francisco announced a trio of signings after the Greenlaw news was reported Thursday: t  more

WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Committee released the following testimony by Robert Thomas, national president of the Paralyzed Veterans of America, from a March 4, 2026, joint hearing with the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee entitled "Legislative Presentation of The American Legion & Multi VSOs: Paralyzed Veterans of America, AMVETS, National Association of State Directors of Veteran Affairs, Wounded Warrior Project, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors, National Gua  more

WASHINGTON, March 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48872) on March 4, 2026, entitled "Nippon Steel's Acquisition of U.S. Steel: Potential Implications for the Industry" by Yong W. Kwon, industrial organization and business policy analyst: * * * SUMMARY United States Steel Corporation (USS) is an iron and steel manufacturer that employs about 14,000 workers in the United States. It is one of two companies operating domestic facilities that pr  more

ST. BONAVENTURE, New York, March 14 -- St. Bonaventure University issued the following news release: * * * Siena/SBU Survey: Half of Americans to watch some of March Madness * Mar 13, 2026 Nearly half of Americans (49%) say they plan to watch college basketball games during March Madness, according to a new survey of United States residents released today by the Siena Research Institute (SRI) and St. Bonaventure University's Jandoli School of Communication. Over a quarter (28%) will fil  more

WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development released the following testimony by Tim House, executive vice president and chief operating officer at the Wireless Infrastructure Association, from a March 4, 2026, hearing entitled "Building an AI-Ready America: Strengthening Employer-Led Training": * * * Chairman Owens, Ranking Member Adams, Chairman Walberg, Ranking Member Scott, and members of the Subcommittee, thank you fo  more