Sunday - October 18, 2026

Public Policy Tipoffs Involving California

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ACLU Files Civil Rights Complaint Challenging Discriminatory Hiring Products
NEW YORK, Oct. 6 [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 Files Civil Rights Complaint Challenging Discriminatory Hiring Products * Complaint raises concerns that Criteria Corporation's hiring assessment products discriminate against applicants based on disability, race, and sex SACRAMENTO  more
AI chatbots are overconfident - like humans
BERKELEY, California, Oct. 5 -- The University of California Haas School of Business posted the following news release: * * * AI chatbots are overconfident--like humans * New UC Berkeley Haas research testing 11 leading large language models--including models from OpenAI, Google, Anthropic, and Meta--found they were overconfident on average: the models reported 88% confidence but were correct only 79% of the time, a nine-point overconfidence gap. Like humans, the models grew more overconfid  more
Air Test, Evaluation Squadron Provides Integral Capabilities During Exercise Gray Flag
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news: * * * Air Test, Evaluation Squadron Provides Integral Capabilities During Exercise Gray Flag * Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Steve Dua, an aviation structural mechanic assigned to the Naval Air Test and Evaluation Squadron 1, stands in front of an E-2D Hawkeye tactical aircraft during Exercise Gray Flag at Naval Base Ventura County, California, last month. As a qualified plane captain, he has many responsibilities, in  more
Alameda County Public Health Department Urges Department of Health and Human Services to Retain Oral Health Standards in Head Start Program
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Kimi Watkins-Tartt Director Page 1 of 2 1100 San Leandro Blvd, San Leandro, CA 94577 | (510) 267-8000 Health.AlamedaCountyCA.gov/ACPHD 1100 San Leandro Blvd, San Leandro, CA 94577 | (510) 267-8000 | Health.AlamedaCountyCA.gov/ACPHD September 30, 2026 Alex J. Adams, PharmD, MPH Assistant Secretary of the Adminis  more
Anijo Mathew Officially Installed as Dean of the USC Jimmy Iovine and Andre Young Academy
LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 7 -- The University of Southern California issued the following news: * * * Anijo Mathew officially installed as dean of the USC Jimmy Iovine and Andre Young Academy New leader sees the academy as an innovation engine for the entire university. October 06, 2026 By Greg Hernandez During his installation ceremony on Monday, new USC Jimmy Iovine and Andre Young Academy Dean Anijo Mathew drew inspiration from the wise words of Harry Potter character Albus Dumbledor  more
Atlassian and OpenAI Expand Partnership to Turn Enterprise Knowledge Into Action
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Oct. 7 -- OpenAI, an Artificial Intelligence research and deployment company, issued the following news: * * * October 6, 2026 Atlassian and OpenAI expand partnership to turn enterprise knowledge into action Atlassian and OpenAI are expanding their partnership, bringing frontier models in the GPT 6 family across Atlassian's platform to power AI experiences that help teams plan, build, and deliver work. The combination of both companies' capabilities will give joint  more
Attorney General Bonta Issues Enforcement Advisory on Truck Route Requirements Set by AB 98 to Avoid Harm to Communities
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 5 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Issues Enforcement Advisory on Truck Route Requirements Set by AB 98 to Avoid Harm to Communities * Advises affected jurisdictions to comply with the law and route trucks to minimize exposure to residences, schools, day cares, parks, playgrounds, and more OAKLAND -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta today issued an enforcement advisory letter to eight j  more
BATTLE OF THE BUILDERS DOCUSERIES TAKES VIEWERS BEHIND THE SCENES OF AWARD-WINNING VEHICLE BUILDS
DIAMOND BAR, California, Oct. 6 [Category: Industrial Materials] -- The Specialty Equipment Market Association posted the following news release: * * * BATTLE OF THE BUILDERS DOCUSERIES TAKES VIEWERS BEHIND THE SCENES OF AWARD-WINNING VEHICLE BUILDS * -- Four-part series shares the story of each class champion and their winning build from the 2025 SEMA Battle of the Builders Presented by Mothers -- DIAMOND BAR, Calif. (Oct. 6, 2026) - The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) and RA  more
Beaver County Board of Commissioners Urges Rescission of 2001 Roadless Rule to Enhance Forest Management and Watershed Protection
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. BEAVER COUNTY, UTAH VIA ONLINE SUBMISSION REGULATIONS.GOV - DOCKET FS-2025-0001 / RIN 0596-AD66 October 5, 2026 USDA Forest Service Attn: Roadless Rulemaking RIN 0596-AD66 / Docket FS-2025-0001 36 CFR Part 294, Subpart B 201 14th Street SW, Mailstop 1108 Washington, DC 20250-1124 RE: Comments of Beaver County, Utah, in St  more
BIA Director Mercier Testifies Before Senate Indian Affairs Committee
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- The Senate Indian Affairs Committee released the following testimony by Bryan Mercier, director of the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Indian Affairs, from a Sept. 23, 2026, hearing on legislation affecting tribal nations. The legislation includes the Poarch Band of Creek Indians Parity Act (S. 1750), Eastern Band of Cherokee Historic Lands Reacquisition Act (H.R. 226), legislation to take land in the State of California into trust for the benefit of the Pechanga  more
Bourns Introduces New Wide-Terminal Current Sense Resistors for High-Current Power Applications
RIVERSIDE, California, Oct. 7 [Category: BizElectronic Products] -- Bourns, a manufacturer and supplier of electronic components, issued the following news release: * * * Bourns Introduces New Wide-Terminal Current Sense Resistors for High-Current Power Applications Ultra-low resistance, low inductance, and a 5 W power rating support accurate current measurement with reduced power loss - RIVERSIDE, Calif., October 6, 2026 - Bourns today announced the CRK2725 Series Metal Strip, Wide-Termina  more
Brownley, Raskin, and Schatz Fight Back Against MAGA Book Bans and Attacks on First Amendment Rights of the Free Press and of Citizens in Schools, Libraries and Museums
WASHINGTON, Oct. 5 -- Rep. Julia Brownley, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Brownley, Raskin, and Schatz Fight Back Against MAGA Book Bans and Attacks on First Amendment Rights of the Free Press and of Citizens in Schools, Libraries and Museums * Washington, DC - Congresswoman Julia Brownley (D-CA) joined Congressman Jamie Raskin (MD-08) and Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) in introducing a resolution standing strong for the American freedom to read, write and learn. The law  more
Calif. Gov. Newsom Announces New Disaster Intelligence Satellites, Opens Modernized State Operations Center as Trump Erodes National Disaster Readiness
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 7 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Oct 6, 2026 Governor Newsom announces new disaster intelligence satellites, opens modernized State Operations Center as Trump erodes national disaster readiness New technology and upgraded all-hazards command center strengthens El Nino preparation and protects communities, businesses, and the world's fourth-largest economy Governor Newsom receives a briefing from Cal OES Director Caro  more
Calif. Gov. Newsom Issues Statement on Donald Trump's Disgusting and Disqualifying Comments
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 7 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Oct 6, 2026 Governor Gavin Newsom statement on Donald Trump's disgusting and disqualifying comments SACRAMENTO -- Governor Gavin Newsom today issued the following statement regarding Donald Trump's disgusting and disqualifying comments: "Donald Trump's remarks were dangerous -- if not treasonous -- putting a target on two of our biggest cities and one of America's largest naval hubs  more
Calif. High-Speed Rail Authority Urges Federal Support for Utility Co-Location in Transportation Corridors
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 770 L Street, Suite 620, Sacramento, CA 95814 T: (916) 324-1541 F: (916) 322-0827 www.hsr.ca.gov October 2, 2026 The Honorable Sean Duffy, Secretary U.S. Department of Transportation 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE Washington, DC 20590 Dear Secretary Duffy, On behalf of the California High-Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA), I a  more
California Department of Justice Releases Report on Officer-Involved Shooting of Abigail Lopez
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 6 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * California Department of Justice Releases Report on Officer-Involved Shooting of Abigail Lopez * OAKLAND -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta, in accordance with Assembly Bill 1506 (AB 1506), today released a report on the death of Abigail Lopez from an officer-involved shooting in Anaheim, California on October 29, 2023. The incident involved officers from the Anaheim Police   more
California Outdoor Recreation Partnership Urges USDA to Keep Roadless Area Conservation Rule to Protect Recreation Economy and Forest Health
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. The Honorable Brooke Rollins U.S. Secretary of Agriculture 660 North Capitol Street, NW Suite 400 Washington, DC 20001 October 5, 2026 Re: Opposition to the Proposed Rule, Special Areas; Roadless Area Conservation (91 FR 53827, August 20, 2026), and the accompanying Draft Environmental Impact Statement Dear Secret  more
CalState-Fullerton: Somos Titans raises more than $1 million for student scholarships, programs
FULLERTON, California, Oct. 7 -- California State University Fullerton campus issued the following news: * * * Celebracion de CSUF: !Somos Titans! raises more than $1 million for student scholarships, programs * The Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton came alive with festive mariachi and Mexican folk music at the annual Celebracion de CSUF: !Somos Titans!, as university supporters raised funds for student scholarships and programs. Hosted during Latinx Heritage Month, the   more
Caltech Biologists Receive High-Risk, High-Reward Grants From the NIH
PASADENA, California, Oct. 7 -- The California Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * Caltech Biologists Receive High-Risk, High-Reward Grants from the NIH October 06, 2026 Caltech faculty members Mitchell Guttman and Markus Meister (PhD '87) have been selected to receive "high-risk, high-reward" grants from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for cutting-edge work in biomedical science and neuroscience. Guttman's funded work could enable new methods to produce antibodi  more
Capital Research Center Issues Commentary: Climate NGOs are Xi Jinping's Useful Idiots in America
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The Capital Research Center issued the following commentary: * * * Climate NGOs are Xi Jinping's useful idiots in America China is the undisputed world champion producer of the industrial CO2 emissions climate NGOs claim to be fighting. Meanwhile the USA has made serious progress moving to low carbon fuels. So why have those American NGOs and their donors been cheerleading for China as if the authoritarian regime has been a climate superstar? by Ken Braun October 6, 20  more
Carbajal, Padilla, Schiff, Huffman Lead Colleagues in Urging Removal of Hunt Amendment from Annual Defense Bill
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- Rep. Salud Carbajal, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Carbajal, Padilla, Schiff, Huffman Lead Colleagues in Urging Removal of Hunt Amendment from Annual Defense Bill * U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-CA-24), U.S. Senators Alex Padilla (D-CA) and Adam Schiff (D-CA), and House Natural Resources Committee top Democrat Jared Huffman (D-CA-02), led 30 of their colleagues in calling on House and Senate Armed Services Committee leaders to reject the  more
Child Care Resource Center: HHS Proposal to Significantly Reduce Head Start Standards Sparks Concerns Over Service Quality and Community Stability
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. The Honorable Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Secretary of United States Department of Health and Human Services Washington, D.C. 20528 RE: Comment on Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs (RIN: 0970-AD30; Docket ID: ACF-2026-0595) Dear Secretary Kennedy, I am writing on behalf of the Child Care Resource Center (CCRC)  more
Childhood abuse leaves a scar on the brain, study finds
LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 7 -- The University of California posted the following news release: * * * Childhood abuse leaves a scar on the brain, study finds * * A study of a diverse, global sample of people found different cortical thickness, surface area and subcortical volume in some regions of the brain in people who had experienced childhood abuse. * More severe abuse correlated with more dramatic changes in the brain. The effects were more pronounced in women than in men or childre  more
Clinical Research Trials Bring Innovative Women's Healthcare to Southern Nevada
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Oct. 7 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news: * * * Clinical Research Trials Bring Innovative Women's Healthcare to Southern Nevada * Two clinical trials advancing women's health are bringing national attention to the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV -- and to its mission of increasing the number of physicians and medical specialists serving Nevada. Led locally by Drs. Nadia Gomez and Yarini Quezada of the department of gynecologi  more
CommUnify Urges Department to Preserve Federal Standards and Protections
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Page 1 of 7 October 6, 2026 Administration for Children and Families U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, D.C. 20201 RE: Comments in Opposition to the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, "Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs," Docket No. ACF-2026-0595; RIN 0970-  more
Congressman DeSaulnier to Host Town Hall on Refinery Safety in Martinez
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- Rep. Mark DeSaulnier, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman DeSaulnier to Host Town Hall on Refinery Safety in Martinez * Walnut Creek, CA - Today, Congressman Mark DeSaulnier (CA-10) announced he will host an in-person town hall on refinery safety on Thursday, October 8th from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. in Martinez. Following recent safety incidents at multiple local refineries and the Trump Administration's attempts to undermine federal oversight of  more
Contrary to Fears, Psilocybin Users with Depression Continue to Seek Treatment
LA JOLLA, California, Oct. 6 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * Contrary to Fears, Psilocybin Users with Depression Continue to Seek Treatment * New data finds that people who use psilocybin still pursue conventional mental health care, but are more likely to perceive an unmet gap in available services In a nationally representative study on psilocybin use and mental health treatment, researchers at the University of California San Diego School  more
Cooley Advised TechWolf BV on Agreement to Be Acquired by SAP SE
PALO ALTO, California, Oct. 7 -- Cooley, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Cooley Advised TechWolf BV on Agreement to be Acquired by SAP SE October 6, 2026 Cooley advised TechWolf BV, a leading AI work intelligence platform, on its agreement to be acquired by SAP SE, a global leader in enterprise applications and business AI. The deal is expected to close in Q4 2026, subject to customary closing conditions. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The transaction was announc  more
Court Sides with Attorney General Tong in RealPage Case; Antitrust Lawsuit Over Rent Pricing to Continue
HARTFORD, Connecticut, Oct. 6 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Court Sides with Attorney General Tong in RealPage Case; Antitrust Lawsuit Over Rent Pricing to Continue * (Hartford, CT) -- Attorney General William Tong's bipartisan antitrust lawsuit over RealPage's rent-pricing algorithm will continue after a court ruled in favor of Connecticut and denied the software company's attempts to have the case thrown out. Connecticut, the U.S. De  more
Critically Acclaimed Author Percival Everett to Speak at UW Oct. 29
LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 7 -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news: * * * Critically Acclaimed Author Percival Everett to Speak at UW Oct. 29 October 05, 2026 Critically acclaimed and award-winning author Percival Everett is set to speak Thursday, Oct. 29, at the University of Wyoming. His book talk, which is free and open to the public, will be at 4 p.m. in the UW Education Auditorium. A book signing will immediately follow his talk. The University Store will have copies of h  more
CSUF and Fullerton College clear a pathway for transfer students
FULLERTON, California, Oct. 7 -- California State University Fullerton campus issued the following news: * * * CSUF and Fullerton College clear a pathway for transfer students * A landmark agreement between Cal State Fullerton and Fullerton College guarantees admission for eligible transfer students and establishes a new center on the community college's campus that will help the "Hornets of today become the Titans of tomorrow." As part of the Memorandum of Understanding signed by CSUF Pres  more
CSUN Ranks in Billboard's 2026 Top Music Business Schools
NORTHRIDGE, California, Oct. 7 -- California State University Northridge posted the following news release: * * * CSUN Ranks in Billboard's 2026 Top Music Business Schools * For the fifth consecutive year, California State University, Northridge has earned a place among the nation's top music business programs, according to Billboard magazine. Billboard recognized CSUN's music program in its annual list of the world's leading music business schools. The publication chose its top music busin  more
CSUSB Receives $4.9 Million for Childcare, Career Pathways
SAN BERNARDINO, California, Oct. 7 -- California State University San Bernardino campus issued the following news: * * * CSUSB receives $4.9 million for childcare, career pathways Federal grants announced by U.S. Rep. Pete Aguilar will help CSUSB student parents pursue degrees and expand STEM and health care opportunities for low-income and rural students. October 6, 2026 Cal State San Bernardino will expand affordable childcare for student parents and develop new pathways to STEM and healt  more
Davids Helps Launch Bipartisan Agenda to Cut Red Tape, Boost Local Economies, Lower Everyday Costs for Kansas Families
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- Rep. Sharice Davids, D-Kansas, issued the following news release: * * * Davids Helps Launch Bipartisan Agenda to Cut Red Tape, Boost Local Economies, Lower Everyday Costs for Kansas Families * WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Yesterday, Representative Sharice Davids, a member of the Build America Caucus, helped announce the Build More Agenda -- a major bipartisan policy platform designed to fix federal gridlock, strengthen local economies, create jobs, and lower everyday prices for   more
Driscolls Urges Continued Support for Organic Certification Materials in Sunset Review
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Ms. Michelle Arsenault Advisory Committee Specialist National Organic Standards Board USDA-AMS-NOP 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Room 2648-So., Ag Stop 0268 Washington, DC 20250-0268 RE: AMS-NOP-26-0892 Crops Subcommittee-Sunset 2028 Review: Request for Public Comment Crop Substances October 1, 2026 Dear Ms  more
Engineering student develops test rig for bike manufacturer
ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 6 -- Mercer University posted the following news: * * * Engineering student develops test rig for bike manufacturer * A professional project that Ayrton Ortega, EGR '29, has been working on since the summer combines his passions for engineering and cycling. The mechanical engineering major is building a testing mechanism for PNW Components, a major manufacturer of bicycle parts. Ortega, a Sacramento, California, native and avid gravel biker, made connections with PNW   more
FDA Center for Drug Evaluation & Research Issues Warning Letter to Terramed
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following warning letter to Terramed from its Center for Drug Evaluation and Research: * * * Recipient: Krystsina Uradzimskaya, CEO, Terramed, 10731 Queen Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941, United States, support@terramed.info, info@puritycosmetics.com Issuing Office: Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER), United States 9310 Towne Center Dr Unit 72 San Diego, California, 92121 WARN  more
Federal Register: EPA Allocates 2027 Hydrofluorocarbons Production, Consumption Limits Under American Innovation and Manufacturing Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Phasedown of Hydrofluorocarbons: Notice of 2027 Allowance Allocations for Production and Consumption of Regulated Substances Under the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act of 2020, and Notice of Final Actions Establishing Administrative Consequences The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued calendar year 2027 allowances for the production and consum  more
Federal Register: EPA Opens Public Comment on Area Designations for 2024 Air Quality Standard
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Initial Air Quality Designations for the 2024 Revised Primary Annual Fine Particle (PM2.5) National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is providing notice of the Agency's intended approach for area designations for the 2024 primary annual fine particulate matter National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) under Cl  more
Federal Register: FAA Proposes Airspace Route Changes Ahead of New Jersey Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range Decommissioning
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Amendment of Domestic Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airways V-16, V-184, and Revocation of V-284 and V-577; Eastern United States This action proposes to amend domestic Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) Federal Airways V-16, V-184, and revoke V-284 and V-577 in the eastern United States. The FAA i  more
Federal Register: Fish & Wildlife Service Denies Endangered Species Act Listing for Springfly, Roachfly, Poppy Bee, Streamside Salamander
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Four Species Not Warranted for Listing as Endangered or Threatened Species We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, announce findings that four species are not warranted for listing as endangered or threatened species under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (ESA). After a thorough revie  more
FIRE sues Los Angeles City Council over policy banning certain words during public comment
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 6 -- The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression posted the following news release: * * * FIRE sues Los Angeles City Council over policy banning certain words during public comment * LOS ANGELES, Oct. 6, 2026 -- A pair of free speech groups on Tuesday filed a lawsuit on behalf of a Los Angeles resident against the city of Los Angeles after its city council banned certain words during public meetings, a violation of the First Amendment. Last summer, t  more
First 5 Los Angeles Urges Reversal of Proposed Head Start Regulation Changes to Protect Program Quality
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. October 5, 2026 The Honorable Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Secretary U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20201 RE: Comments on Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, "Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs" (91 FR 51248; Docket No. ACF-2026-0595; RIN 0970-AD30) Dear Sec  more
Fisher Phillips Issues Insight: 5 Things Employers Should Watch as the 2026 Midterms Approach
ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 7 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following Insight: * * * 5 Things Employers Should Watch as the 2026 Midterms Approach Oct 6, 2026 Employers need to prepare for the November 3 midterm elections given that the results could shift the balance of power in Washington and reshape workplace policy in states across the country. Voters will cast ballots to decide control of Congress, not to mention the outcome of dozens of governors' races, state legislative conte  more
Fisher Phillips Issues Insight: San Francisco Expands Fair Chance Ordinance Requirements - 3 Steps for Employers to Take Now
ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 7 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following Insight: * * * San Francisco Expands Fair Chance Ordinance Requirements: 3 Steps for Employers to Take Now Oct 6, 2026 Businesses with employees or job applicants in San Francisco should review their job applications and background screening procedures to ensure compliance with new local rules. Amendments to the City and County of San Francisco's Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) recently went into effect, placing additi  more
Food and Water Watch: Report Unveils Enormous Cost of Privatized Water in CA
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 (TNSrep) -- The Food and Water Watch posted the following news release: * * * New Report Unveils Enormous Cost of Privatized Water in CA More than half of the 25 most expensive water systems were in California Oct 6, 2026 A striking new report (https://www.foodandwaterwatch.org/2026/10/06/surging-water-costs-amid-the-us-affordability-crisis/) from the national advocacy organization Food & Water Watch details the soaring cost of water in the largest water systems throughou  more
Freedom From Religion Foundation: Anti-Abortion States Launch Concerted Attack on Shield States
MADISON, Wisconsin, Oct. 7 -- The Freedom From Religion Foundation issued the following news release: * * * October 5, 2026 Anti-abortion states launch concerted attack on shield states The Freedom From Religion Foundation warns that three anti-abortion states are going hammer and tongs after three other states shielding abortion rights groups and physicians. The attorneys general of Louisiana, Alabama and Arkansas have filed a suit directly before the U.S. Supreme Court contending that sh  more
GA-ASI Recognizes Suppliers for Quality
SAN DIEGO, California, Oct. 6 [Category: BizNational Defense] -- General Atomics Aeronautical Systems posted the following news release: * * * GA-ASI Recognizes Suppliers for Quality * Three Small Businesses Distinguished as Part of New Supplier Recognition Program SAN DIEGO - 06 October 2026 - General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) has launched a new annual Supplier Quality Recognition program intended to recognize small businesses that demonstrate exceptional quality performa  more
Gov. Newsom: California Reminds Voters to Check Their Mailboxes and Return Their Ballot ASAP
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 7 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Oct 6, 2026 California reminds voters to check their mailboxes and return their ballot ASAP! What you need to know: California leaders are reminding eligible voters to check their mailboxes this week -- looking out for the ballot for this year's election -- and reminding them of the options available to them to ensure their vote is counted. - SACRAMENTO - Four weeks from Election Day  more
Gov. Newsom: California's Economy Continues to Dominate - Topping $4.5 T in Economic Output, and Remains the World's Fourth Largest Economy
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 7 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Oct 5, 2026 California's economy continues to dominate -- topping $4.5 T in economic output, and remains the world's fourth largest economy The Golden State is growing wages and growing the economy What you need to know: New federal data shows California has surpassed $4.5 trillion in economic production, dominates across sectors, and is a leader in increasing wages and salaries. -   more
House Homeland Security Ranking Member Thompson Statement on Trump Suggesting Iran "Take Out" American Cities
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Rep. Bennie G. Thompson, D-Mississippi, ranking member of the House Homeland Security Committee, issued the following news release: * * * October 06, 2026 Ranking Member Thompson Statement on Trump Suggesting Iran "Take Out" American Cities (WASHINGTON) - Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the below statement on Donald Trump suggesting Iran "take out" Los Angeles and San Diego: "Donald Trump is so deran  more
House Oversight & Government Reform Ranking Member Garcia Demands Answers From Jared Kushner on Conflict of Interest in Arms Investments
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- Rep. Robert Garcia, D-California, ranking member of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, issued the following news release: * * * October 06, 2026 Ranking Member Robert Garcia Demands Answers from Jared Kushner on Conflict of Interest in Arms Investments Washington, D.C. -- Rep. Robert Garcia, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, demanded answers from Jared Kushner, founder and Chief Executive Officer of Affinity Part  more
IMMCG researcher awarded prestigious NIH Director's Award
AUGUSTA, Georgia, Oct. 7 -- Augusta University posted the following news release: * * * IMMCG researcher awarded prestigious NIH Director's Award * Marco Orecchioni, PhD, a researcher with Immunology Center of Georgia, part of the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University, has been awarded the prestigious NIH Director's New Innovator Award by the National Cancer Institute, part of the National Institutes of Health. The grant, which is classified as high-risk, high-reward, is for near  more
International Mountain Bicycling Association Urges USDA to Retain 2001 Roadless Rule to Protect Recreation and Ecosystem Values
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Docket No. FS-2025-0001 | Submitted Via Regulations.gov : | Tracking # October 6, 2026 U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, Brooke Rollins & Stephen Alexander Vaden, Deputy Secretary USDA Natural Resources and Environment Under Secretary, Mike Boren U.S. Forest Service Chief, Tom Schultz Office of Ecosystem Management Coordin  more
Jonathan Banks, Carly Chaikin, Edwin Hodge, Rhett Mclaughlin and Kevin Nealon Hit the Links at 26th Emmys Golf Classic to Raise Over $335,000 for Television Academy Foundation
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 [Category: Entertainment Industry] -- The Television Academy posted the following news release: * * * Jonathan Banks, Carly Chaikin, Edwin Hodge, Rhett Mclaughlin and Kevin Nealon Hit the Links at 26th Emmys Golf Classic to Raise Over $335,000 for Television Academy Foundation * The Television Academy Foundation today announced it raised over $335,000 at the 26th Annual Emmys Golf Classic held Monday, Oct. 5, at the El Caballero Country Club in Tarzana, California. Televi  more
Kelp Help: Meet the Scientists Working to Restore Our Underwater Forests
LA JOLLA, California, Oct. 6 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * Kelp Help: Meet the Scientists Working to Restore Our Underwater Forests * Scripps marine biologist Jennifer Smith and her team ramp up efforts to understand and restore San Diego's threatened kelp forests Ask any scuba diver what it's like to experience a kelp forest underwater, and they're likely to wax poetic about the magic found beneath the canopy. "Diving in a kelp forest is  more
Keysight Advances Its Design Software With Agentic AI
SANTA ROSA, California, Oct. 7 -- Keysight Technologies, a global electronic measurement technology and market solutions provider, issued the following news release: * * * Keysight Advances its Design Software with Agentic AI Engineers connect their AI agents to radio frequency tools for circuit generation, verification, and optimization SANTA ROSA, Calif.October 6, 2026 Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS) is bringing agentic AI to its software, enabling engineers to direct AI agents t  more
Kutztown University: Vogel to Host Fall 2026 Chambliss Faculty Lecture Oct. 21
KUTZTOWN, Pennsylvania, Oct. 7 -- Kutztown University issued the following news release: * * * Vogel to Host Fall 2026 Chambliss Faculty Lecture Oct. 21 October 06, 2026 KUTZTOWN, Pa. - Kutztown University is proud to host an engaging and interactive lecture by Dr. Andrew Vogel, professor of English, for Kutztown University's Fall 2026 Chambliss Faculty Lecture 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, 183 McFarland Student Union. Vogel has been a professor at KU since 2007, was chair of the English de  more
La Louisiane podcast: Building a path to student success with Dr. Andy Benoit
LAFAYETTE, Louisiana, Oct. 7 -- The University of Louisiana Lafayette campus posted the following news: * * * La Louisiane podcast: Building a path to student success with Dr. Andy Benoit * In her first interview as La Louisiane Podcast host, Marcelle Fontenot sits down with Dr. Andy Benoit to talk about student experience at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. As UL Lafayette's vice president for Student Success, Benoit's focus is helping students at every stage of their academic jour  more
Littler: California Expands and Modernizes Workplace Violence Restraining Order Protections
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Oct. 7 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * California Expands and Modernizes Workplace Violence Restraining Order Protections By Adam Fiss and Dana Drusinsky October 6, 2026 On September 30, 2026, Governor Newsom signed two bills amending California Code of Civil Procedure section 527.8, California's workplace violence restraining order statute. California currently permits an employer to seek a temporary restraining order and workplace violen  more
LLNL's Filippo Scotti Wins Dawson Award for Contributions Toward a Flipped Approach for Magnetic Fusion
LIVERMORE, California, Oct. 7 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory issued the following news: * * * LLNL's Filippo Scotti wins Dawson award for contributions toward a flipped approach for magnetic fusion The race to put fusion energy on the grid requires scientists and engineers to continue rapidly solving key challenges and optimizing solutions. The ultimate goal is the development of a device that operates continuously with high performance and stability.   more
Luke Combs producer Chip Matthews tells MTSU commercial songwriting students 'never stop growing'
MURFREESBORO, Tennessee, Oct. 5 -- Middle Tennessee State University posted the following news: * * * Luke Combs producer Chip Matthews tells MTSU commercial songwriting students 'never stop growing' * MURFREESBORO, Tenn. -- Middle Tennessee State University students in Odie Blackmon's commercial songwriting class recently heard firsthand advice on creativity, adaptability and being committed to being a lifelong learner from an award-winning producer. Chip Matthews, the producer behind coun  more
MALDEF ISSUES RECOMMENDATIONS ON CALIFORNIA BALLOT MEASURES
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund issued the following news release: * * * MALDEF ISSUES RECOMMENDATIONS ON CALIFORNIA BALLOT MEASURES Oct 6, 2026 LOS ANGELES - MALDEF (Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund) released its recommendations on California's ballot measures on Monday. MALDEF, a Latino civil rights group, is recommending positions on seven of 14 measures (also known as "propositions") on the November 2026 California ballot.   more
Marielena Hincapie Appointed President, Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The Robert and Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center issued the following news release: * * * Marielena Hincapie Appointed President, Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center Washington, D.C., October 6, 2026 - The Robert & Ethel Kennedy Human Rights Center Board of Directors today announced that Marielena Hincapie will succeed Kerry Kennedy as president of the organization starting January 1, 2027. Hincapie's appointment follows a nationwide presidential search that began  more
N.Y. Comptroller: Wall Street First-Half Profits Soar to Nearly $46 Billion
ALBANY, New York, Oct. 7 (TNSbrep) -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release: * * * Wall Street First-Half Profits Soar to Nearly $46 Billion Strong First Half Could Push 2026 Profits to New Record and Boost State and City Tax Revenues October 6, 2026 Wall Street is on pace for a far stronger year than anticipated, with profits reaching $45.9 billion in the first half of 2026, up 51.3% from the same period last year, according to a report released to  more
NASA's Curiosity Rover Catches Stunning Martian Dawn
PASADENA, California, Oct. 7 -- NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory issued the following news: * * * NASA's Curiosity Rover Catches Stunning Martian Dawn Oct. 6, 2026 Sunlight illuminates wind-carved cliffs in a dramatic new image. A newly released panorama captured by NASA's Curiosity rover offers the most detailed view yet of distant, wind-carved Martian cliffs, highlighting features the mission's scientists have long been waiting to see up close. The scene was snapped at 8:30 a.m. local Mars   more
New UnidosUS Poll: Working-Class Hispanics Are Working Harder Than Ever but Falling Behind - And Few Candidates Are Asking for Their Vote
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 [Category: Sociological] -- UnidosUS posted the following news release: * * * New UnidosUS Poll: Working-Class Hispanics Are Working Harder Than Ever but Falling Behind -- And Few Candidates Are Asking for Their Vote * WASHINGTON -- A new survey released today by UnidosUS, the nation's largest Latino civil rights and advocacy organization, finds that working-class Hispanics -- 79% of the Latino electorate -- are working harder than ever yet continue living under severe eco  more
NRCC Statement on Congressman David Valadao Winning CA-22 Debate
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * NRCC Statement on Congressman David Valadao Winning CA-22 Debate October 7, 2026 The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) issued the following statement on Congressman David Valadao's decisive victory in the 22nd Congressional District debate against socialist Randy Villegas: "Socialist Randy Villegas wants to take his record of gross incompetence and school board secrecy ove  more
NRCC: Bernie's Puppet Wants the Valley to Pay
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * Bernie's Puppet Wants the Valley to Pay October 5, 2026 Socialist Randy Villegas put his political loyalties on full display Sunday, rallying with Bernie Sanders in Bakersfield and thanking him for his leadership. Villegas backs Medicare for All, wants to roll back tax cuts that saved hardworking Californians thousands of dollars, and has joined a fundraising committee with DSA founder Wil  more
NRCC: Socialist Randy Villegas Calls in Comrade Bernie
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * Socialist Randy Villegas Calls in Comrade Bernie October 5, 2026 If you're covering the Comrade Bernie Sanders rally with Socialist Randy Villegas, please consider the following statement: "Socialist Randy Villegas is bringing in Bernie Sanders because apparently one socialist reaching for your wallet wasn't enough. Villegas is telling Central Valley voters exactly what he'd be in Congres  more
OpenAI: Sharing AI Progress in Mathematics
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Oct. 7 -- OpenAI, an Artificial Intelligence research and deployment company, issued the following news: * * * October 6, 2026 Sharing AI progress in mathematics We're releasing a broad range of new mathematical results produced by an internal frontier model. As we look to improve how we share results with the math community, we've been consulting with the independent Advisory Group on Mathematics and Artificial Intelligence at the Institute for Advanced Study⁠(  more
Pacific Northwest Economic Region Endorses Build America Bureau's America Great Corridors of Commerce for Streamlined Permitting and Regional Infrastructure Development
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Comments for RFI to the Build America Bureau's America's Great Corridors of Commerce - October 2, 2026 Bruce Agnew Director, PNWER Build NW Accelerator Pacific NorthWest Economic Region - PNWER 520 Pike Street, Suite 1310 Seattle, Washington Cell: 206-228-4011 www.pnwer.org On behalf of the Pacific Northwest Economic  more
Padilla Announces Troubling New FBI Whistleblower Disclosure: White House Allegedly Directed Kash Patel to Investigate LA Protesters Exercising 1st Amendment Rights
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Padilla Announces Troubling New FBI Whistleblower Disclosure: White House Allegedly Directed Kash Patel to Investigate LA Protesters Exercising 1st Amendment Rights * Whistleblower reveals White House, DOJ leadership, and FBI leadership pressured FBI employees to illegally investigate protesters of this Administration's cruel mass deportation agenda FBI leadership allegedly acknowledged unconstit  more
Pechanga Band of Indians Chairman Macarro Testifies Before Senate Indian Affairs Committee
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- The Senate Indian Affairs Committee released the following written testimony by Pechanga Band of Indians Chairman Mark Macarro from a Sept. 23, 2026, hearing on legislation to take land in the State of California into trust for the benefit of the Pechanga Band of Indians (S. 4053): * * * Good morning Chairman Murkowski, Vice Chairman Schatz, and members of the Committee. My name is Mark Macarro, and I am the Tribal Chairman of the Pechanga Band of Indians from Southern C  more
Philippine Supreme Court Chief Justice Gesmundo Leads Visit to Fortinet Headquarters, Explores Emerging Cybersecurity, AI Solutions for Judiciary
MANILA, Philippines, Oct. 6 -- The Supreme Court of the Philippines issued the following news release: * * * Chief Justice Gesmundo Leads Visit to Fortinet Headquarters, Explores Emerging Cybersecurity, AI Solutions for Judiciary October 05, 2026 Chief Justice Alexander G. Gesmundo led a delegation from the Supreme Court (SC) in a visit to Fortinet's Headquarters in Sunnyvale, California, United States of America, from September 29 to 30, 2026, where discussions focused on cybersecurity, a  more
Prized 'Dune' book gets a day outside the University Library vault
SAN DIEGO, California, Oct. 7 -- California State University San Diego State University posted the following news: * * * Prized 'Dune' book gets a day outside the University Library vault * A screening of a documentary on the "Dune" film that never was gives fans a chance to see an ultra-rare volume of its storyboards and artwork. There may be only ten copies of it in the Known Universe. The San Diego State University Library owns one of them, and your chance to see it comes this Thursday.   more
Rand Appoints Amanda Hsiao as Distinguished Hu Chair in Taiwan Policy
SANTA MONICA, California, Oct. 7 -- Rand issued the following news release: * * * RAND Appoints Amanda Hsiao as Distinguished Hu Chair in Taiwan Policy October 6, 2026 RAND has appointed Amanda Hsiao as Distinguished Hu Chair in Taiwan Policy. In this role, Hsiao will strengthen RAND's research on Taiwan's evolving politics, capacity, and strategic outlook, as well as its interactions with rapidly changing regional and global dynamics. The chair was made possible through the generous suppor  more
RCCD and UCR Bring Ethnic Studies Faculty Together for Association for Ethnic Studies Preconference Event
RIVERSIDE, California, Oct. 6 -- The Riverside Community College District issued the following news: * * * RCCD and UCR Bring Ethnic Studies Faculty Together for Association for Ethnic Studies Preconference Event 10/06/2026 Faculty from the University of California, California State University and community college campuses across Riverside, San Bernardino and Los Angeles counties gathered Sept. 18 at Riverside City College for the Association for Ethnic Studies Preconference Event, held ahe  more
REFRESH YOUR MEMORY: David Valadao's Toxic Record Will Appear on Full Display During Tonight's CA-22 Debate
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * REFRESH YOUR MEMORY: David Valadao's Toxic Record Will Appear on Full Display During Tonight's CA-22 Debate * Tonight, Central Valley voters will watch Randy Villegas and David Valadao take the debate stage, where Valadao's toxic record will be on full display. Whether it's his votes to tear health care and food assistance away from tens of thousands of people, votes to fund the Ir  more
Rep. Chu, Tri-Caucus Leaders Demand HHS Withdraw Harmful English-Only Head Start Proposal
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- Rep. Judy Chu, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Chu, Tri-Caucus Leaders Demand HHS Withdraw Harmful English-Only Head Start Proposal * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Judy Chu (CA-28), Chair Emerita of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), CAPAC Chair Grace Meng (NY-06), Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) Chair Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) Chair Yvette Clarke (NY-09), Rep. Marilyn Strickland (W  more
Rep. Khanna, Co-signers Issue Letter to Asst. to the President for Communications Cheung
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 (TNSletter) -- Rep. Ro Khanna, D-California, ranking member of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following letter with co-signers to Assistant to the President for Communications Steven Cheung: * * * Here is the text of the letter: October 1, 2026 Steven Cheung Assistant to the President for Communications The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW Washington, DC 20500 Dear Mr. Cheung,  more
REP. LIEU JOINS REP. FRIEDMAN, LOS ANGELES DELEGATION, AND ENTERTAINMENT UNION IN PUSH FOR NATIONAL FILM TAX CREDIT
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- Rep. Ted Lieu, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * REP. LIEU JOINS REP. FRIEDMAN, LOS ANGELES DELEGATION, AND ENTERTAINMENT UNION IN PUSH FOR NATIONAL FILM TAX CREDIT * GLENDALE, CA - Today, October 6, 2026, Congressman Ted Lieu (D-Los Angeles County) joined U.S. Congresswoman Laura Friedman (D-Los Angeles County), Members of the Los Angeles congressional delegation, and the major unions representing film and television workers at the Alex Theatre in   more
Rep. Raskin Issues Letter to Alphabet CEO Pichai
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 (TNSletter) -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the letter to Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai: * * * Here is the text of the letter: September 29, 2026 Mr. Sundar Pichai Chief Executive Officer Alphabet Inc. 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway Mountain View, CA 94043 Dear Mr. Pichai: Why is Google requiring state and local officials to sign non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) preventing them from discussing data center projects wit  more
Rep. Sara Jacobs Responds to Trump's Dangerous Comments on San Diego
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- Rep. Sara Jacobs, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Sara Jacobs Responds to Trump's Dangerous Comments on San Diego * Following President Trump's comments suggesting that hypothetical Iranian attacks on San Diego or Los Angeles would be a "small price to pay," Rep. Sara Jacobs released the following statement: "The President sent San Diegans into a panic with his dangerous comments last night. I've received a flood of texts, calls, and emails   more
Rep. Whitesides Pushes for a National Film Tax Credit to Bring Production Jobs Back to Santa Clarita and the Antelope Valley
WASHINGTON, Oct. 5 -- Rep. George T. Whitesides, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Whitesides Pushes for a National Film Tax Credit to Bring Production Jobs Back to Santa Clarita and the Antelope Valley * WASHINGTON D.C. - Today, Rep. George Whitesides (CA-27) announced his cosponsorship of the bipartisan, bicameral Motion Picture, Television, and Entertainment Revitalization Act. The bill would create a national film tax credit to bring film and television producti  more
Reps. Cisneros, Castro Honor Hispanic and Latino Storytellers
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- Rep. Gilbert Ray Cisneros, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. Cisneros, Castro Honor Hispanic and Latino Storytellers * WASHINGTON D.C. -- Congressman Gil Cisneros (CA-31) and Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20) introduced a resolution to honor and celebrate the cultural impacts of Hispanics and Latinos in film, television, and streaming. Hispanics and Latinos represent 21% of the total population of the United States but Hispanics and Latinos   more
Rutgers: MRI Scans Link Eye Microvascular Health to Early Signs of Cognitive Decline
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Oct. 7 -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * MRI Scans Link Eye Microvascular Health to Early Signs of Cognitive Decline October 6, 2026 Rutgers researchers use advanced neuroimaging to explore how abnormalities in the eye's blood vessels may indicate early brain changes linked to dementia - What if the eye were a window to the brain? A Rutgers study led by Gina Roslan, a doctoral candidate, and Joshua W. Miller, professor and chair of the Depa  more
Seattle University School of Law Center for Civil Rights & Critical Justice: Head Start Program Standards Proposed Rollback Threatens Gains for Women and Girls of Color
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 901 12th Avenue, Sullivan Hall 313, Seattle, WA 98122 (206) 398-4394 CCRCJ@seattleu.edu Center for Civil Rights and Critical Justice October 5, 2026 The Honorable Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Secretary of the United States Department of Health and Human Services Washington, D.C. 20528 Re: Comment on Reducing Federal Bu  more
SELPA Administrators of California Urges HHS to Maintain Priority Enrollment for Children With Disabilities in Head Start
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 2026-2027 Officers October 6, 2026 Office of Head Start Administration for Children and Families U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Re: Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs; Docket No. ACF-2026-0595; RIN 0970-AD30 Dear Office of Head Start: On behalf of the SELPA Administrators of California, we a  more
SEMI Joins the EU STEAM Executive Panel to Advance Semiconductor Workforce Priorities
MILPITAS, California, Oct. 6 [Category: Electronic Products] -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, posted the following news release: * * * SEMI Joins the EU STEAM Executive Panel to Advance Semiconductor Workforce Priorities * BRUSSELS - October 6, 2026 - SEMI, the industry association advancing the global semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain, today announced that SEMI Europe has joined the European Commis  more
SEMI Joins the EU STEAM Executive Panel to Advance Semiconductor Workforce Priorities
MILPITAS, California, Oct. 7 -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, issued the following news release: * * * SEMI Joins the EU STEAM Executive Panel to Advance Semiconductor Workforce Priorities BRUSSELS - October 6, 2026 - SEMI, the industry association advancing the global semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain, today announced that SEMI Europe has joined the European Commission's newly established STEAM Exec  more
Series of Institute speakers will reflect on 'America at 250'
NORTHFIELD, Minnesota, Oct. 7 -- St. Olaf College posted the following news: * * * Series of Institute speakers will reflect on 'America at 250' * St. Olaf College's Buntrock Institute for Freedom and Community will host a series of speakers on campus this fall to provide insight on America at 250: Founding Ideals, Pivotal Moments, and Current Challenges. "This series represents an opportunity to connect historical debates that have animated the American experiment for two and a half centur  more
Stanford University Community Celebrates Long-awaited Nobel Prize for Deisseroth
STANFORD, California, Oct. 7 -- Stanford University School of Medicine issued the following news: * * * Stanford University community celebrates long-awaited Nobel Prize for Deisseroth By Nina Bai Collaborators and colleagues of Karl Deisseroth's come out to raise a glass of champagne to the Nobel Prize laureate Monday on the Stanford University campus. October 06, 2026 The Deisseroth Lab's Monday morning meeting took place at the same time and in the same seminar room in the Clark Center,  more
Stanford University Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies: Poland's Informal Civic Groups Offer Lessons in Democratic Resilience
STANFORD, California, Oct. 7 -- Stanford University Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies issued the following news: * * * October 6, 2026 Poland's Informal Civic Groups Offer Lessons in Democratic Resilience Research by CDDRL's Einstein-Moos Postdoctoral Fellow Frances Cayton shows how threats to civil society in Poland strengthened the independence and pluralism of groups the regime overlooked. Nensi Hayotsyan In Brief * Einstein-Moos Postdoctoral Fellow Frances Cayton arg  more
Stanford University School of Medicine: How Opsins Became Traffic Signals for Nerve-cell Production - and Brain Research
STANFORD, California, Oct. 7 -- Stanford University School of Medicine issued the following news: * * * How opsins became traffic signals for nerve-cell production -- and brain research By Bruce Goldman Light-activated proteins can be activated or inhibited with pulses of laser light. It was a challenge to make it all work -- but it did, and it led to a Nobel Prize. October 05, 2026 Karl Deisseroth, MD, PhD, has devoted the better part of two decades of his career to the development and pr  more
Stanislaus County Office of Education & Central California Migrant Head Start Urge Preservation of Program Standards to Maintain Quality and Equity
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. October 6, 2026 Office of Head Start Attn: Director of Policy and Planning 330 C Street SW, 4th Floor Washington, DC 20201 Re: RIN 0970-AD30 - Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs On behalf of Stanislaus County Office of Education and Central California Migrant Head Start, and the fourteen delegate/partn  more
Statistics professor receives national award
SEASIDE, California, Oct. 7 -- California State University Monterey Bay campus posted the following news: * * * Statistics professor receives national award * Alana Unfried was honored by the American Statistical Association at its annual conference in August. By Mark Muckenfuss Even as a kid, Alana Unfried was fascinated with organizing things based on numbers. "My parents have this picture of me with my penny collection," the Cal State Monterey Bay statistics professor said. "I would or  more
Stockholm University: Previously Unknown Extinct Large Mammal Species Discovered in Siberia
STOCKHOLM, Sweden, Oct. 6 (TNSjou) -- Stockholm University issued the following news: * * * Previously unknown extinct large mammal species discovered in Siberia DNA analyses of ancient bone fragments have revealed a previously unknown extinct species that was related to today's affirmations, but began to develop separately from them hundreds of thousands of years ago. The findings are published in the journal Current Biology. "It is a remarkable discovery of a large extinct animal species b  more
Syracuse University: Maxwell Advisory Board Welcomes Six Accomplished Alumni
SYRACUSE, New York, Oct. 7 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * Maxwell Advisory Board Welcomes Six Accomplished Alumni Their expertise spans a range of fields, and they play a vital role in advising the dean and school leadership. Oct. 6, 2026 The Maxwell School is pleased to welcome six accomplished alumni to its advisory board: John R. Bass, Dr. Evelyn C. Granieri, Phil Porter, Ian Schuman, Hailey Williams and Dan Zhang. They represent a range of fields across sector  more
Texas Public Policy Foundation Director Findlay Testifies Before House Judiciary Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Oversight released the following testimony by Josh Findlay, director of the Texas Public Policy Foundation National Election Protection Project, and a senior fellow for election policy at the America First Policy Institute, from a Sept. 15, 2026, hearing entitled "Restoring Election Integrity: Oversight of Voter Fraud in New Jersey": * * * Good morning, Chairman Van Drew, Ranking Member Crockett, and members of the Subcommittee on Overs  more
The Nature Conservancy Launches Microfiber Action Alliance to Reduce Microfiber Pollution in Textile Sector
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 6 [Category: Environment] -- The Nature Conservancy issued the following news: * * * The Nature Conservancy Launches Microfiber Action Alliance to Reduce Microfiber Pollution in Textile Sector * Media Contact The Nature Conservancy Today, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) launched the Microfiber Action Alliance (MAA), a new multi-stakeholder initiative to combat microfiber pollution by accelerating the adoption and scaling of effective, evidence-based solutions. Conven  more
Transcontinental Fentanyl Trafficker 'Fat Bags' Sentenced to 128 Months in Wide-Ranging Narcotics Conspiracy
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia posted the following news release: * * * Transcontinental Fentanyl Trafficker 'Fat Bags' Sentenced to 128 Months in Wide-Ranging Narcotics Conspiracy * District Man Sentenced to 33 Months for Role in Southeast Washington Fentanyl Trafficking Conspiracy Press Release WASHINGTON -- Karon Olufemi Blalock, 32, of Alexandria, Virginia, was sentenced today in U.S. District Court to 128 months in federal prison for  more
Trauma-Informed AI Persistence Study
PHOENIX, Arizona, Oct. 6 -- The University of Phoenix issued the following news release: * * * Trauma-Informed AI Persistence Study * Peer-reviewed study of 45 online working adult undergraduates introduces a model linking course design, psychological safety and guided AI use. University of Phoenix researchers have published a new peer-reviewed study examining how stress, self-regulation, resilience, belonging, psychological safety and generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) interact in   more
TRUCK AND OFF-ROAD BRANDS DRIVE INNOVATION AT THE 2026 SEMA SHOW
DIAMOND BAR, California, Oct. 5 [Category: Industrial Materials] -- The Specialty Equipment Market Association posted the following news release: * * * TRUCK AND OFF-ROAD BRANDS DRIVE INNOVATION AT THE 2026 SEMA SHOW * -- Hundreds of exhibitors will unveil new products and technologies to qualified buyers, media, and industry professionals from around the world. -- DIAMOND BAR, Calif. (Oct. 5, 2026) - Demand for truck and off-road products continues to drive growth across the automotive aft  more
Trump's Transportation Department Celebrates $416 Million Investment to Upgrade Rail Safety Across Florida, Build New Multimodal Station for the Space Coast
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation issued the following news release: * * * Trump's Transportation Department Celebrates $416 Million Investment to Upgrade Rail Safety Across Florida, Build New Multimodal Station for the Space Coast * Instead of funding California's train to nowhere, President Trump & Secretary Duffy are fixing over 900 highway-rail grade crossings throughout the Sunshine State COCOA, FL - The U.S. Transportation Department's Federal Railroad Admini  more
TWS Fellows Named for 2026
BETHESDA, Maryland, Oct. 7 -- The Wildlife Society, a wildlife conservation organization, posted the following news: * * * TWS Fellows named for 2026 A celebrated group of 10 wildlifers have been selected for excellence in the field October 5, 2026 The Wildlife Society has awarded fellowships to 10 wildlife professionals for 2026. The Society gives Fellows Awards each year to individuals who have "distinguished themselves through exceptional service" to the profession and have been members   more
U.S. Department of Education Launches Multiple Investigations Based on Reports of Staff-on-Student Sexual Misconduct
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Department of Education Launches Multiple Investigations Based on Reports of Staff-on-Student Sexual Misconduct * As part of its nationwide initiative to crack down on "Pass the Trash" practices, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) today opened investigations into various school districts based on allegations of staff-on-student sexual misconduct. OCR will determi  more
UC Merced Sociologist Assembles Global Handbook on Climate Action
MERCED, California, Oct. 7 -- The University of California Merced issued the following news: * * * UC Merced Sociologist Assembles Global Handbook on Climate Action * Climate change is a global crisis and the search for solutions is increasingly technological. A new, 700-page volume edited by a UC Merced sociologist demonstrates that moving people, institutions and communities to act may be just as consequential. Sociology and environmental systems Professor Paul Almeida has edited "The Oxf  more
UC-San Diego Scripps Institution of Oceanography: Kelp Help - Meet the Scientists Working to Restore Our Underwater Forests
LA JOLLA, California, Oct. 7 -- The University of California-San Diego Scripps Institution of Oceanography issued the following news: * * * Oct 06, 2026 Kelp Help: Meet the Scientists Working to Restore Our Underwater Forests Scripps marine biologist Jennifer Smith and her team ramp up efforts to understand and restore San Diego's threatened kelp forests Author: Brittany Hook Ask any scuba diver what it's like to experience a kelp forest underwater, and they're likely to wax poetic about   more
UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center: Dennis Slamon Awarded the 2026 Albany Prize for Developing Lifesaving Cancer Treatments
LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 7 -- The UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center issued the following news release: * * * Dr. Dennis Slamon awarded the 2026 Albany Prize for developing lifesaving cancer treatments World-renowned physician-scientist recognized for work that led to the development of Herceptin and CDK4/6 inhibitors to help establish a new era of targeted breast cancer treatments October 6, 2026 Dr. Dennis Slamon, a pioneering oncologist and researcher at the UCLA Health  more
UCLA Health: What Do Your Cells Actually Eat?
LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 7 -- The UCLA Health issued the following news release: * * * What Do Your Cells Actually Eat? With a new NIH Director's New Innovator Award, UCLA scientist Tara TeSlaa aims to map how different cell types use nutrients inside the body October 6, 2026 Nutrition advice is everywhere. Eat more protein. Cut back on sugar. Get more fiber. But beneath all that advice is a surprisingly basic gap in our understanding: Scientists still have a limited view of what happe  more
UCLA Researchers Build Community to Advance Organoid Research
LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 7 -- The UCLA Health issued the following news release: * * * UCLA researchers build community to advance organoid research Inaugural symposium brings together scientists across disciplines to explore how organoids can help researchers better understand human disease and develop new approaches to treatment October 6, 2026 As organoids become an increasingly important tool for studying human biology and disease, UCLA researchers are working across disciplines to  more
UCLA Williams Institute: LGBT Gen Z Respondents Want Candidates Who Share Their Values - Identity Matters Less
LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 6 (TNSrpt) -- The UCLA School of Law Williams Institute issued the following news release: * * * LGBT Gen Z respondents want candidates who share their values--identity matters less Nearly 50 million people in the United States aged 18 to 29 will be eligible to vote in the 2026 midterm elections. In a new survey of Gen Z adults by the Williams Institute at UCLA School of Law, nearly three-quarters of both LGBT and non-LGBT respondents reported a greater than 50%   more
UCSF Health Reaches 25,000 Robotic Surgeries
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Oct. 7 -- The University of California San Francisco campus issued the following news release: * * * October 6, 2026 UCSF Health Reaches 25,000 Robotic Surgeries The health system's new robotic devices and expanded offerings, place UCSF at the forefront of innovation in the use of robotic surgical technology. - Surgeons at the UC San Francisco have performed over 25,000 robotically assisted minimally invasive surgeries, making it the first University of Californi  more
University of California School of Education Assistant Professor Cotto Urges Department of Health and Human Services to Keep Head Start Developmental Screening Standards
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. October 4, 2026 Office of Head Start Administration for Children and Families U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 330 C Street SW, Mailstop 4301 Washington, DC 20201 Re: RIN 0970-AD30; Docket No. ACF-2026-0595, Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs Dear Office of Head Start: I respectfully write to  more
University of Hawaii Manoa: New Framework Developed for Moving Endangered Species to Safer Locations
MANOA, Hawaii, Oct. 7 (TNSjou) -- The University of Hawaii Manoa campus issued the following news release: * * * New framework developed for moving endangered species to safer locations Oct 6, 2026 A new framework designed to guide one of the hardest decisions in conservation--whether to move a species outside its historical range to save it from extinction--has been published in Conservation Science and Practice, capping a multi-year, Pacific-wide effort in which the University of Hawaii at  more
University of Missouri Kansas City: Can AI Predict Who Will Be Rearrested?
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Oct. 7 -- The University of Missouri Kansas City campus issued the following news: * * * Can AI Predict Who Will Be Rearrested? New research suggests large language models can rival specialized statistical models, but their reasoning raises questions about transparency - New research from University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law associate professor Ryan Copus, J.D., Ph.D., and University of California, Davis researcher Hannah Laqueur, Ph.D., suggests artificia  more
University of Nebraska's Agricultural Influence Reaches Far Beyond the Cornhusker State
LINCOLN, Nebraska, Oct. 7 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news: * * * October 6, 2026 Nebraska's agricultural influence reaches far beyond the Cornhusker State By Geitner Simmons, IANR Communications Just as agriculture has shaped Nebraska, notable figures from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln have shaped agricultural science and policymaking on a national scale. The contributions by alumni and faculty over the years have impacted a wide range of fields, including agr  more
University of Southern California Pullias Center for Higher Education: Royel Johnson Receives Prestigious 2026 ASHE Mid-Career Award
LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 7 -- University of Southern California Pullias Center for Higher Education issued the following news: * * * Royel Johnson receives prestigious 2026 ASHE Mid-Career award October 6, 2026 The higher education research association recognizes a significant body of scholarship from members who earned their doctorates seven to 12 years ago. By Ellen Evaristo Royel M. Johnson, USC Rossier associate professor and co-director of the Pullias Center of Higher Education,  more
USDA Forecasts Smaller Apple, Peach Crops as Fresh Fruit Prices Rise
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Economic Research Service projects smaller apple, peach and pear crops but larger table-grape and cranberry harvests in 'Fruit and Tree Nuts Outlook: September 2026,' Report No. FTS-386, authored by Catharine Weber, Helen Wakefield, Skyler Simnitt and Seth Wechsler. The outlook describes uneven growing conditions and regional supply shortfalls as consumers face higher fresh-fruit prices. The report, issued Sept. 24, 2026, fore  more
USGS Finds Declining Flows at Many Long-term Nevada Monitoring Sites
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Geological Survey has updated streamflow statistics for 310 monitoring stations in and near Nevada, finding downward trends at many long-term sites in 'Methods for the Computation of Streamflow Statistics for Selected Streamgages in or near Nevada Through Water Year 2021.' Written by Christopher M. Morris, Gwendolyn E. Davies, Harold Jones and Hampton K. Childres, Scientific Investigations Report 2026-5063 provides calculations intended to support flood-r  more
USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Mobile Electronic Devices and Components Thereof
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The U.S. International Trade Commission issued the following news release: * * * USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Mobile Electronic Devices and Components Thereof October 6, 2026 The U.S. International Trade Commission (Commission or USITC) voted to institute an investigation of certain mobile electronic devices and components thereof. The products at issue in the investigation are described in the Commission's notice of investigation. The investig  more
UVA Law School: Duffy Named General Counsel and Acting Solicitor of U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Oct. 7 -- The University of Virginia School of Law issued the following news: * * * Duffy Named General Counsel and Acting Solicitor of US Patent and Trademark Office October 6, 2026 Mike Fox Professor John F. Duffy of the University of Virginia School of Law, a leading intellectual property law scholar, has been appointed general counsel and acting solicitor of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. In these positions, Duffy will serve as the principal legal advi  more
UWM Reaffirms Commitment to FICO Scores to Help More Consumers Achieve Homeownership
SAN JOSE, California, Oct. 7 -- FICO, an analytics software company, issued the following news: * * * UWM Reaffirms Commitment to FICO(R) Scores to Help More Consumers Achieve Homeownership FICO Scores help lenders make confident lending decisions that benefit borrowers while supporting a safe and stable mortgage ecosystem October 6, 2026 BOZEMAN, Mont.-- Global analytics software leader FICO (NYSE: FICO) announced today that United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM), the nation's number one mortgage  more
Warehouse Logistics Company to Pay $500,000 to Settle EEOC Sex Discrimination Charge
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued the following news release: * * * Warehouse Logistics Company to Pay $500,000 to Settle EEOC Sex Discrimination Charge * SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. -- Birchstone Management, a warehousing and logistics management company headquartered in Dallas, Texas, agreed to provide $55,000 to a female job applicant and $445,000 for a class settlement fund following an investigation by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EE  more
Washington, multistate coalition seek approval for $400 million settlement in drug price-fixing case
OLYMPIA, Washington, Oct. 6 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * Washington, multistate coalition seek approval for $400 million settlement in drug price-fixing case * Attorney General Nick Brown has joined a bipartisan coalition of 43 states and territories seeking court approval of a $400 million settlement to resolve allegations that two generic drug manufacturers engaged in long-running conspiracies to artificially inflate and manipulat  more
West Coast Housing Innovations Spotlighted at HUD's Innovative Housing Showcase
WASHINGTON, Oct. 7 -- The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development issued the following news release: * * * West Coast Housing Innovations Spotlighted at HUD's Innovative Housing Showcase October 6, 2026 CALIFORNIA - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) spotlighted multiple housing innovations and resources from the West Coast during the sixth annual Innovative Housing Showcase, held September 22-24 on the National Mall. This year's theme, "Made in America," highlig  more
West Liberty University Students and Faculty Present Research at 11th International Conference on Tularemia
WEST LIBERTY, West Virginia, Oct. 7 -- West Liberty University posted the following news: * * * West Liberty University Students and Faculty Present Research at 11th International Conference on Tularemia * WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. -- West Liberty University students and faculty presented their research alongside scientists from around the world at the 11th International Conference on Tularemia, held Sept. 27-30 at the Portofino Hotel & Marina in Redondo Beach, California. Representing WLU were J  more
Westmont College: National Grant Aims to Deepen Student Character Development
SANTA BARBARA, California, Oct. 7 -- Westmont College issued the following news: * * * National Grant Aims to Deepen Student Character Development By Scott Craig October 6, 2026 Westmont College has received a $457,745 grant to expand its efforts to integrate intellectual, moral and spiritual formation directly into classroom instruction and campus culture. Administered through the Educating Character Initiative, a project of the Program for Leadership and Character at Wake Forest Universit  more
WORST OF THE WORST: ICE Arrests Pedophiles, Money Launderers, and Drug Traffickers
WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release: * * * WORST OF THE WORST: ICE Arrests Pedophiles, Money Launderers, and Drug Traffickers * Under President Trump and Secretary Mullin, ICE will continue to enforce our nation's laws and remove illegal aliens from American communities WASHINGTON -- Yesterday, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested more worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens convicted for despicable crimes in  more
Yale School of Medicine: Shining a Light on Autistic Girls and Women
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, Oct. 7 -- The Yale University School of Medicine issued the following news: * * * Shining a Light on Autistic Girls and Women By Sean McCabe October 05, 2026 More than 80 years since autism's first clinical description, researchers have built a wealth of information and scientific consensus around boys on the autism spectrum--but comparatively little is known about autistic girls. It's a matter of statistics, says James McPartland, PhD, Harris Professor in Yale Chil  more