Public Policy Tipoffs Involving California
'Dancing with the Stars' Scores With Show's 'Super Bowl Night'
BURBANK, California, Oct. 16 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release:
* * *
'Dancing with the Stars' Scores With Show's 'Super Bowl Night'
*
Tuesday Juggernaut Tops the Night Once Again With 6.6 Million Total Viewers
Hits Season High Among Adults 18-49 With 1.56 Rating, Earning Show's Best Non-Finale Episode Since 2017
Series photos are available here.
It was game time in the ballroom this week as the remaining "Dancing with the St
more
'Trump's EPA Broke the Law': Garamendi, DeSaulnier React to Watchdog Report, Demand Trump Return $19 Million to Contra Costa
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. John Garamendi, D-California, issued the following news release:
* * *
'Trump's EPA Broke the Law': Garamendi, DeSaulnier React to Watchdog Report, Demand Trump Return $19 Million to Contra Costa
*
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Representative John Garamendi (D-CA-08) and Representative Mark DeSaulnier (D-CA-10) issued the following statement after the Government Accountability Office (GAO), the government watchdog, published Garamendi's requested report finding that
more
AG Fitch Urges Court to Protect Children Online in Character.AI Bankruptcy Filing
JACKSON, Mississippi, Oct. 17 -- Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch issued the following news release:
* * *
October 16, 2026
AG Fitch Urges Court to Protect Children Online in Character.AI Bankruptcy Filing
(Jackson, Mississippi) Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced that Mississippi is joining a coalition of state attorneys general in filing a notice in the bankruptcy proceedings of Character Technologies, Inc. -- the company behind the popular chatbot company Character.AI.
The fil
more
AG Jennings Seeks Consumer Protections in Character.AI Bankruptcy
DOVER, Delaware, Oct. 17 -- Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings issued the following news release:
* * *
AG Jennings seeks consumer protections in Character.AI bankruptcy
October 15, 2026
Attorney General Kathy Jennings today announced that Delaware has joined a coalition of state attorneys general in filing a notice in the bankruptcy proceedings of Character Technologies, Inc., the company behind the popular chatbot company Character.AI. The court filing identifies serious concerns abo
more
Amazon Indigenous Leaders Head to Vienna To Demand a Voice in Global Fight Against Organized Crime
OAKLAND, California, Oct. 17 [Category: Environment] -- Amazon Watch, an organization that says it protects the rainforest and advances the rights of indigenous peoples in the Amazon Basin, issued the following news release:
* * *
Amazon Indigenous Leaders Head to Vienna To Demand a Voice in Global Fight Against Organized Crime
As Europe and the Americas develop new strategies against criminal networks exporting gold and drugs to international markets, Indigenous leaders from four Amazonian c
more
America First Policy Institute Issues Commentary to California Globe: California Voters Deserve Elections They Can Trust, and Verify
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The America First Policy Institute issued the following commentary on Oct. 16, 2026, to California Globe:
* * *
California Voters Deserve Elections They Can Trust, and Verify
Californians deserve to be confident in the results of their local, county, and state elections. Voter identification and citizenship verification requirements are the only way to ensure we can believe the results of our elections, short of livestreaming ballot counts or putting AirTags in the enve
more
American Center for Law & Justice Issues Commentary: Horror Show - Abortion Org Openly Celebrates When You "Have a Need To Kill" Babies
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following news:
* * *
Horror Show: Abortion Org Openly Celebrates When You "Have a Need To Kill" Babies
By Olivia Summers October 17
At first glance, it reads like satire - something so grotesque and absurd that it cannot possibly be real. But it is real. In Central Florida, Stand With Abortion Now ("SWAN") is selling merchandise that turns the intentional killing of unborn children into a joke, a fashion statement, an
more
Army Vice Chief to Soldiers: 'I'm trusting you'
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news:
* * *
Army Vice Chief to Soldiers: 'I'm trusting you'
*
The Army will play a pivotal role in the success of the joint force with its ability to dominate and project power from land, the service's top uniformed leader said.
"The geometry of the battle space has evolved, but that ... does not mean ground maneuver is dead," said Army Vice Chief of Staff Gen. Christop
more
Attorney General Bonta Holds Crypto Platforms Accountable, Secures Settlement with Fidelity over Crypto Withdrawal Restrictions
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 16 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release:
* * *
Attorney General Bonta Holds Crypto Platforms Accountable, Secures Settlement with Fidelity over Crypto Withdrawal Restrictions
*
Attorney General Bonta Holds Crypto Platforms Accountable, Secures Settlement with Fidelity over Crypto Withdrawal Restrictions | State of California - Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General
This Google(tm) translation feature is provi
more
Attorney General Bonta: 3,000 Feet of Stolen Telecommunications Wire Recovered in Los Angeles Copper Wire Theft Sting
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 16 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release:
* * *
Attorney General Bonta: 3,000 Feet of Stolen Telecommunications Wire Recovered in Los Angeles Copper Wire Theft Sting
*
LOS ANGELES -- As part of a statewide effort to address the surge in copper wire theft and infrastructure vandalism, California Attorney General Rob Bonta, together with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and Los Angeles Police Department, today announc
more
Attorney General Brown and Coalition Urge Congress to Pass Epstein Files Transparency Act II
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Oct. 17 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release:
* * *
Attorney General Brown and Coalition Urge Congress to Pass Epstein Files Transparency Act II
10/15/2026
BALTIMORE, MD - Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined a coalition of attorneys general today in sending a letter to congressional leadership urging swift passage of the Epstein Files Transparency Act II (EFTA II), legislation that would give state attorneys general and sur
more
Attorney General Brown Joins Letter Supporting Internet for Schools and Libraries as FCC Considers Cuts
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Oct. 17 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release:
* * *
Attorney General Brown Joins Letter Supporting Internet for Schools and Libraries as FCC Considers Cuts
10/16/2026
BALTIMORE, MD - Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined a coalition of 23 attorneys general in filing a comment letter with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) advocating that it maintains the E-Rate program, which was approved by Congress in 1996 and prov
more
Attorney General Davenport Seeks Consumer Protections in Character.AI Bankruptcy
TRENTON, New Jersey, Oct. 17 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release:
* * *
Attorney General Davenport Seeks Consumer Protections in Character.AI Bankruptcy
October 15, 2026
Notice of States' Interest and Reservation of Rights
-
TRENTON -- Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and the Division of Consumer Affairs today announced that New Jersey is joining a coalition of state attorneys general in filing a notice in the bankruptcy proceedings of Cha
more
Attorney General Jackley Seeks Consumer Protections in Character.AI Bankruptcy
PIERRE, South Dakota, Oct. 17 -- South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley issued the following news release:
Attorney General Jackley Seeks Consumer Protections in Character.AI bankruptcy
Oct. 15, 2026
PIERRE, S.D. - South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces he has joined a bi-partisan group of Attorneys General in filing a notice in the bankruptcy proceedings of Character Technologies, Inc., the company behind the popular chatbot company Character.AI. The court filing identifi
more
Attorney General Jones Puts Character.AI on Notice With Bankruptcy Court Filing
RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 17 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release:
* * *
Attorney General Jones Puts Character.AI on Notice with Bankruptcy Court Filing
Emphasizes Protections for Virginia Consumers After Engaging in a Yearslong Investigation
-
RICHMOND, Va. - Attorney General Jay Jones announced that Virginia is joining a coalition of state attorneys general in filing a notice in the bankruptcy proceedings of Character Technologies, Inc., the company be
more
Attorney General Mayes Leads Coalition of Attorneys General Urging Congress to Pass Epstein Files Transparency Act II
PHOENIX, Arizona, Oct. 17 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release:
Attorney General Mayes Leads Coalition of Attorneys General Urging Congress to Pass Epstein Files Transparency Act II
October 15, 2026
PHOENIX--Attorney General Kris Mayes today led a coalition of attorneys general today in sending a letter to Congressional leadership urging swift passage of the Epstein Files Transparency Act II (EFTA II), legislation that would give state attorneys general an
more
Attorney General Nessel and Coalition of Attorneys General Urge Congress to Pass Epstein Files Transparency Act II
LANSING, Michigan, Oct. 16 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release:
* * *
Attorney General Nessel and Coalition of Attorneys General Urge Congress to Pass Epstein Files Transparency Act II
*
LANSING - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a coalition of attorneys general in sending a letter to congressional leadership (PDF) urging swift passage of the Epstein Files Transparency Act II (EFTA II), legislation that would give state attorneys general
more
Aviation Capital Group orders 75 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft
BLAGNAC, France, Oct. 16 [Category: BizAerospace] -- Airbus, an aeronautics and space company, issued the following news release:
* * *
Aviation Capital Group orders 75 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft
*
Toulouse, France, 16 October 2026 - Aviation Capital Group LLC (ACG), a premier global full-service aircraft asset manager, headquartered in Newport Beach, California has signed a firm order for 75 A320neo Family aircraft, taking its total historical order for the type to 190 aircraft.
"ACG's
more
Beeson Divinity Alumnus Working to Alleviate Loneliness in Silicon Valley
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, Oct. 15 -- Samford University posted the following news release:
* * *
Beeson Divinity Alumnus Working to Alleviate Loneliness in Silicon Valley
*
After Dan Stockum, MDiv '08, moved to Silicon Valley in 2016 to join the staff of Bridges Community Church in Los Altos, people back in the South often asked whether the culture shock was real.
"Yes, but not in the way you think," Stockum told them.
Within the technology capital of the world, Bridges' campus sits 10 minutes
more
Blind woodworker to present "The Creative Life of George Wurtzel" at Tusculum University
GREENVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 15 -- Tusculum University posted the following news:
* * *
Blind woodworker to present "The Creative Life of George Wurtzel" at Tusculum University
*
GREENEVILLE - Community members are invited to hear a fascinating firsthand account of blind woodworker George Wurtzel's work and life, which has been featured in multiple media, during his upcoming appearance at Tusculum University.
The artist, who resides in Greene County, will present "The Creative Life of George
more
Bryn Mawr College: Force of Nature
BRYN MAWR, Pennsylvania, Oct. 17 -- Bryn Mawr College posted the following news:
* * *
Force of Nature
As executive director of the Japantown Task Force, Emily Murase '87 is working to preserve and promote one of the country's last remaining Japantowns.
By Ashley Lyles
Emily Murase '87 has spent much of her career advocating for communities and advancing public policy, but her work with the Japantown Task Force brought her back to where her own story began.
A third-generation Japanese Amer
more
Bryn Mawr College: Inside the Mind of a ... Worm
BRYN MAWR, Pennsylvania, Oct. 17 -- Bryn Mawr College posted the following news:
* * *
Inside the Mind of a ... Worm
Astra Bryant '08 began studying brains at Bryn Mawr. Now she leads a lab researching a little-studied parasitic worm that has affected more than 600 million people worldwide.
By Emmy Trivette
No one could have changed Astra Bryant's mind.
Bryant knew at 18 years old that her only undergraduate option was Bryn Mawr College; she was drawn to the small campus, the science progr
more
Bryson Fire Forces LA Residents to Evacuate
SANTA BARBARA, California, Oct. 16 [Category: Health Care] -- Direct Relief posted the following news:
* * *
Bryson Fire Forces LA Residents to Evacuate
*
Wildfires Spur Evacuations Across Los Angeles Region amid Strong Winds and High Heat
We value your privacy
Cookies can help enhance your browsing experience and help personalize content by analyzing traffic and usage trends on directrelief.org. By clicking "Accept All", you consent to the use of cookies Privacy Policy
Include a byline w
more
Cal Poly Humboldt Earns Top Rankings in U.S. News & World Report's 2027 Best Colleges
ARCATA, California, Oct. 16 -- California State University California State Polytechnic University Humboldt campus posted the following news:
* * *
Cal Poly Humboldt Earns Top Rankings in U.S. News & World Report's 2027 Best Colleges
*
The University also earned placements in the publication's rankings of public institutions and colleges for veterans.
Humboldt is No. 16 among Top Public Schools, and No. 12 in Best Colleges for Veterans among Regional Universities in the West. Resources like
more
Cal. State-San Bernardino: Faculty in the News, Oct. 16
SAN BERNARDINO, California, Oct. 17 -- California State University San Bernardino campus issued the following news:
* * *
Faculty in the News, Oct. 16
The career of Ken Shultz (psychology, emeritus) was highlighted; Jessica Luck (English) is scheduled to speak prior to a concert in Redlands; Stuart Sumida (biology) spoke out against an impending auction of a dinosaur fossil; and Brian Levin (criminal justice, emeritus) commented for an article about the jury selection of the man suspected of
more
California Department of Justice Releases Report on Officer-Involved Shooting of Jesse Dominguez
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 16 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release:
* * *
California Department of Justice Releases Report on Officer-Involved Shooting of Jesse Dominguez
*
OAKLAND -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta, in accordance with Assembly Bill 1506 (AB 1506), today released a report on the death of Jesse Dominguez from an officer-involved shooting in Los Angeles, California on November 19, 2023. The incident involved officers from the Calif
more
California State University Bakersfield: Valley Strong Pledges $500K to Support Engineering, Student-athletes
BAKERSFIELD, California, Oct. 17 -- California State University Bakersfield campus posted the following news:
* * *
Valley Strong pledges $500K to support engineering, student-athletes
Donation will equally benefit Energy Innovation Building and Athletics
October 17th, 2026
Valley Strong Credit Union has committed $500,000 to California State University, Bakersfield to help students succeed academically and in athletic competition.
The gift will be equally split between Athletics and the E
more
Case Appointed To Board Of Trustees For The Congressional Office For International Leadership
WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Rep. Ed Case, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release:
* * *
Case Appointed To Board Of Trustees For The Congressional Office For International Leadership
*
COIL is Congress' own direct international diplomacy program, focused on bringing emerging leaders to the U.S. to engage with Congress and national communities on matters of common interest
(Washington, DC) - U.S. Representative Ed Case (Hawai'i-1st) has been appointed by the Speaker and Minority Leader of the
more
Cedarville Stories: Chris Sohn- From a Deserted Island to Cedarville University
CEDARVILLE, Ohio, Oct. 16 -- Cedarville University posted the following news:
* * *
Cedarville Stories: Chris Sohn- From a Deserted Island to Cedarville University
*
In this episode of the Cedarville Stories podcast, Chris Sohn, Chief Financial Officer at Cedarville University, reflects on the experiences that shaped his faith, family, career, and leadership. Chris begins by sharing the joy of becoming a first-time grandfather to Genevieve Grace before taking listeners back to his childhood
more
Census Bureau Issues Working Paper Entitled 'Matching the National Longitudinal Survey of Youth to the Decennial Census'
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Census Bureau issued the issued the following working paper paper (No. CES 26-63) in September 2026 entitled Matching the National Longitudinal Survey of Youth to the Decennial Census: Match Rates and Reasons for Not Matching."
The paper was written by Alison Aughinbaugh, Jeffrey A. Groen and Donna S. Rothstein.
Here are excerpts:
* * *
I. Introduction
Numerous studies show that linked data sets are valuable for assessing economic mobility, understa
more
Center for Gender & Refugee Studies: Advocates for Unaccompanied Children File Lawsuit to Stop Federal Government's Fast-Track Deportation Scheme
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Oct. 17 -- The Center for Gender and Refugee Studies issued the following news release:
* * *
Advocates for Unaccompanied Children File Lawsuit to Stop Federal Government's Fast-Track Deportation Scheme
October 15, 2026
Legal service providers representing immigrant children filed a challenge in federal court today to stop the cruel and unlawful scheme to fast-track children's asylum cases. The lawsuit challenges the government's broad attempts to rush the deportat
more
Central Bank of the Philippines: Global Economic Developments Reshape Policies
MANILA, Philippines, Oct. 16 -- The Central Bank of the Philippines (Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas) issued the following news release:
* * *
BSP: Global economic developments reshape policies
15 October 2026
The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) and the Reinventing Bretton Woods Committee (RBWC)[1] organized the 6th International Research Fair (IRF) on 06 - 07 October 2026 in Mactan, Cebu.
With the theme "Stability and Growth in a Reordering Global Economy: Macro-financial Policy in an Era
more
Cities of Gilroy and Mountain View Advance Protections Restricting ICE Facility Construction
WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 -- Rep. Sam Liccardo, D-California, issued the following news release:
* * *
Cities of Gilroy and Mountain View Advance Protections Restricting ICE Facility Construction
*
SAN JOSE, CA - Today, Congressmembers Sam Liccardo (CA-16) and Zoe Lofgren (CA-18) congratulated the City of Gilroy and City of Mountain View for taking steps to keep ICE out of their communities.
"After plans for an ICE detention center just outside Gilroy were halted in federal court, local leaders a
more
Colorado State Board of Education Remands Pueblo Charter School Application Back to Local Board
DENVER, Colorado, Oct. 17 -- The Colorado State Board of Education issued the following news release:
* * *
Colorado State Board of Education remands Pueblo charter school application back to local board
Oct. 16, 2026
DENVER - In its October meeting, the Colorado State Board of Education remanded an application for Pueblo School for the Arts and Sciences charter school back to the Pueblo School District 60 Board of Education for reconsideration.
The school had been operating since 2021 as a
more
Cooley: Litigator of the Week Runners-Up and Shout-Outs
PALO ALTO, California, Oct. 17 -- Cooley, a law firm, issued the following news release:
* * *
Litigator of the Week Runners-Up and Shout-Outs
The American Lawyer's Litigation Daily
October 16, 2026
A Cooley patent litigation team earned a runner-up spot on The American Lawyer's Litigator of the Week Runners-Up and Shout-Outs list for securing a defense win for Box Inc., a cloud storage and file sharing company, in a long-running dispute involving file synchronization technology.
US Distr
more
Dan Bieu Derek Tran len tieng ve thoa thuan boi thuong $125 trieu cua GKN
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Derek Tran, D-California, issued the following news release:
* * *
Dan Bieu Derek Tran len tieng ve thoa thuan boi thuong $125 trieu cua GKN
*
ORANGE COUNTY, California - Dan Bieu Lien Bang Derek Tran (CA-45) dua ra tuyen bo sau khi Bien Ly Cuoc Orange County thong bao dat duoc thoa thuan boi thuong tri gia $125 trieu voi cong ty GKN Aerospace, lien quan den su viec bon chua hoa chat doc hai hoi Thang Nam, 2026, khien 50,000 cu dan va co so kinh doanh phai di tan.
more
Day 3: The Trial of Former Doctor Arthur Park in the Deaths of Demi Dominguez and Baby Malakhi De Leon
LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 16 [Category: Consumer Services] -- Consumer Watchdog posted the following news release:
* * *
Day 3: The Trial of Former Doctor Arthur Park in the Deaths of Demi Dominguez and Baby Malakhi De Leon
*
Bakersfield, CA - Thursday marked the beginning of opening statements, led by the plaintiff's attorney Courtney Rowley of Trial Lawyers for Justice, in the trial over the death of Demi Dominguez. She talked about the business of hope, emphasizing how justice serves
more
Democrats Vow to Continue Probe of Kirkland's Pro Bono Deal
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 16 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Tennessee Bar Association posted the following commentary blog:
* * *
Democrats Vow to Continue Probe of Kirkland's Pro Bono Deal
*
A trio of Democratic lawmakers plan to continue an investigation into Kirkland & Ellis' pro bono deal with the Trump administration last year, Bloomberg Law reports. Rep. Jamie Raskin of Maryland and Sens. Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut and Adam Schiff of California said Thursday the firm is stonewall
more
DNC: In the States - Ahead of Election Day, Republicans are Desperately Abandoning Trump As Their Midterm Prospects Crumble
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release:
* * *
October 16, 2026
IN THE STATES: Ahead of Election Day, Republicans are Desperately Abandoning Trump As Their Midterm Prospects Crumble
As Donald Trump bounces across ruby-red areas in an attempt to boost support for failing candidates -- even asking voters to pretend he is on the ballot -- his own supporters are catching a serious case of buyer's remorse. On the campaign trail, Trump promised to
more
DOC invites proposals for FY 2027-2028 NESDIS Broad Agency Announcement
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce, through its National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration - ERA Production, invites proposals for the FY 2027-2028 NESDIS Broad Agency Announcement (BAA). This funding opportunity is open to various eligible applicants, including institutions of higher education, nonprofits, commercial organizations, international or foreign entities, and state, local, and Indian Tribal governments. However, funding for federal organizations falls outside
more
DOI seeks proposals for Cooperative Agreement for Affiliated Partner with Californian Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior, through the Geological Survey, seeks proposals for the Cooperative Agreement for Affiliated Partner with the Californian Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit. This funding opportunity aims to support collaborative projects that enhance ecological research and resource management across California's diverse landscapes.
Eligible applicants include educational institutions, non-profit organizations, and other entities with expertise in eco
more
Dr. Renee Haberl Brings Patient Safety Lessons to SCU and Arizona Board Service
WHITTIER, California, Oct. 17 -- The Southern California University of Health Sciences issued the following news:
* * *
October 16, 2026
Dr. Renee Haberl Brings Patient Safety Lessons to SCU and Arizona Board Service
The Arizona chiropractic program coordinator connects clinical judgment and professional accountability to preparing future doctors.
-
For Dr. Renee Haberl, preparing future chiropractors includes teaching them when a patient needs care beyond what they can provide. In classro
more
El representante Tran presenta una propuesta legislativa para reducir los costos de la vivienda para las familias del sur de California.
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Derek Tran, D-California, issued the following news release:
* * *
El representante Tran presenta una propuesta legislativa para reducir los costos de la vivienda para las familias del sur de California.
*
La legislacion establece una serie de creditos fiscales integrales para los inquilinos, lo que contribuye al compromiso constante del representante Tran de ampliar la accesibilidad a la vivienda.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - El representante Derek Tran (CA-45) ha present
more
Exercise is good for us--but why?
LA JOLLA, California, Oct. 15 -- The Salk Institute for Biological Studies issued the following news release:
* * *
Exercise is good for us--but why?
*
Salk Institute researchers introduce a molecular atlas of exercise-associated changes in mice, defining the healthy, exercised-trained state, which could help improve performance and prevent injury
LA JOLLA--To understand what goes wrong in the body, scientists must first know what right looks like. Salk Institute researchers are building a
more
Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco to Repatriate Native American Human Remains to Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 (TNSFR) -- The Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, California, will repatriate human remains representing five Native American individuals and one associated funerary object to the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria, California.
FAMSF determined that the remains and modified faunal bone are culturally affiliated with the tribe based on geographical locations and acquisition records.
The remains include one individual identified from a shellmound in Kentfield and four ind
more
Founders Day Brings Pomona Community Together to Reflect Back and Look Forward
CLAREMONT, California, Oct. 16 -- Pomona College posted the following news:
* * *
Founders Day Brings Pomona Community Together to Reflect Back and Look Forward
*
The Pomona College community came together to celebrate Founders Day this week, reflecting on the College's past and looking ahead to its future.
This year's celebration focused on the $530 million Originals campaign, which launched four days earlier.
Inside Bridges Hall of Music, President G. Gabrielle Starr spoke about the orig
more
Fowler Museum at the University of California, Los Angeles, to Repatriate 13 Lots of Cultural Items to Cahuilla Band of Indians
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 (TNSFR) -- The Fowler Museum at the University of California, Los Angeles, intends to repatriate 13 lots of cultural items to the Cahuilla Band of Indians, according to a notice published by the U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service.
The items include ceramic sherds, animal bone fragments, china fragments and projectile point fragments. They were collected from the surface of archaeological site CA-RIV-129 in Riverside County, California, by Clement W. Meigha
more
Future History Teachers Gain New Scholarship Opportunity
NORTHRIDGE, California, Oct. 16 -- California State University Northridge campus posted the following news release:
* * *
Future History Teachers Gain New Scholarship Opportunity
*
History majors with an interest in teaching are eligible for a new CSUN scholarship that provides two years of support for incoming freshmen.
Kim L. Randall '77 (History) created the endowed scholarship at California State University, Northridge in honor of her late husband, Steve Randall '79 (History), who recei
more
Gas Prices Surge as Humboldt Economic Index Marks 30 Years
ARCATA, California, Oct. 16 -- California State University California State Polytechnic University Humboldt campus posted the following news:
* * *
Gas Prices Surge as Humboldt Economic Index Marks 30 Years
*
Statewide, average gas prices rose 69 cents to $6.39 per gallon, the highest price recorded so far this year. In Northern California, the average per-gallon price increased 62 cents to $6.44 per gallon, according to the Index.
Meanwhile, the average cost of a home in Humboldt County wa
more
Gauging the Inland Empire's well-being
RIVERSIDE, California, Oct. 16 -- The University of California Riverside campus posted the following news:
* * *
Gauging the Inland Empire's well-being
*
UC Riverside's Center for Community Solutions will survey 1,000 adults in Riverside and San Bernardino counties to inform strategies to improve life in the Inland Empire, thanks to a grant from the IEHP Foundation, an Inland Empire health advocacy nonprofit.
Residents will be asked about their experiences with nutrition, housing, health ca
more
Gov. Cox appoints Daniel O'Bannon and Alexandra Mareschal to Utah Court of Appeals
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Oct. 16 -- Gov. Spencer J. Cox, R-Utah, issued the following news release:
* * *
Gov. Cox appoints Daniel O'Bannon and Alexandra Mareschal to Utah Court of Appeals
*
SALT LAKE CITY (Oct. 16, 2026) - Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Daniel O'Bannon and Alexandra Mareschal to the Utah Court of Appeals. Both appointments are subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate.
"Daniel's sound judgment and knowledge of the law served Utah well in his nearly ten years at Utah's Div
more
Governor Joe Lombardo, SNWA General Manager John Entsminger Issue Statements on Arizona Joining Nevada's Colorado River Lawsuit
CARSON CITY, Nevada, Oct. 16 -- Gov. Joe Lombardo, R-Nevada, issued the following news release:
* * *
Governor Joe Lombardo, SNWA General Manager John Entsminger Issue Statements on Arizona Joining Nevada's Colorado River Lawsuit
*
LAS VEGAS -- Today, Governor Joe Lombardo and Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) General Manager John Entsminger issued the following statements regarding Arizona's announcement to join Nevada's Colorado River lawsuit.
"Arizona's decision to join our lawsuit
more
Governor Katie Hobbs and ADWR Join Nevada in Colorado River Lawsuit to Block Federal Cuts to Lower Basin Water Supplies
PHOENIX, Arizona, Oct. 16 -- Gov. Katie Hobbs, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
* * *
Governor Katie Hobbs and ADWR Join Nevada in Colorado River Lawsuit to Block Federal Cuts to Lower Basin Water Supplies
*
Phoenix, AZ - Today, Governor Katie Hobbs and the Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) announced the State of Arizona has intervened in a lawsuit brought by Nevada against the Department of the Interior to hold the federal government accountable for failing to enforc
more
Greenberg Traurig Expands Real Estate Team with Tiana DeLeo Dunn in San Francisco, Shane Griffin in Denver
MIAMI, Florida, Oct. 16 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, posted the following news release:
* * *
Greenberg Traurig Expands Real Estate Team with Tiana DeLeo Dunn in San Francisco, Shane Griffin in Denver
*
NEW YORK - Oct. 16, 2026 - Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP continues to expand its Real Estate Practice with the addition of attorneys Tiana DeLeo Dunn in San Francisco and Shane C. Griffin in Denver, further strengthening the firm's commercial real estate
more
Hancock's Foxworthy Gallery Presents "After the Cut" Art Exhibition
SANTA MARIA, California, Oct. 16 -- Allan Hancock College posted the following news release:
* * *
Hancock's Foxworthy Gallery Presents "After the Cut" Art Exhibition
*
OCTOBER 16, 2026-- Allan Hancock College's Ann Foxworthy Gallery will showcase the transformative power of art in After the Cut, a new exhibition featuring works by artists Raphaele Cohen-Bacry and Juan Manuel Perez Salazar, on display Oct. 19 through Dec. 2.
The exhibition explores how the simple act of cutting can become a
more
Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics: Astronomer Liam Connor Awarded Packard Fellowship for Science and Engineering
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Oct. 16 -- The Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics issued the following news release:
* * *
Astronomer Liam Connor Awarded Packard Fellowship for Science and Engineering
The 20 early-career scientists, mathematicians, and engineers will each receive $985,834 over five years to pursue their research.
-
Cambridge, MA (Oct. 15, 2026)---Astronomer Liam Connor of the Center for Astrophysics Harvard & Smithsonian has been named a 2026 Packard Fellow for Science
more
Hooper, Lundy and Bookman: Charles Oppenheim To Speak at HCCA Healthcare Enforcement Compliance Conference
LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 17 -- Hooper, Lundy and Bookman, a law firm, issued the following news:
* * *
Charles Oppenheim To Speak at HCCA Healthcare Enforcement Compliance Conference
10.16.26
Charles Oppenheim will present "Stark, Anti-kickback and EKRA Developments," on October 27, 2026, for Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA)'s Healthcare Enforcement Compliance Conference.
This session will cover:
* The differences between the requirements of Stark, Anti-Kickback Statute, and
more
Hooper, Lundy and Bookman: Honoring Anastacia Giron-Tupas
LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 17 -- Hooper, Lundy and Bookman, a law firm, issued the following news:
* * *
Honoring Anastacia Giron-Tupas
10.15.26
In recognition of Filipino American History Month (FAHM), HLB honors Anastacia Giron-Tupas (1890-1972), a nursing, public health, and education leader whose work to advance the nursing profession had profound impacts on the United States and worldwide.
Giron-Tupas graduated from the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) School of Nursing in 1912 and
more
Horse trainer challenges private enforcers who suspended and fined her
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 16 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Pacific Legal Foundation issued the following news release:
* * *
Horse trainer challenges private enforcers who suspended and fined her
*
Washington, DC; October 16, 2026: An Ohio thoroughbred trainer filed her opening brief in an appeal to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) today, challenging a federal horseracing enforcement regime that lets private entities investigate, prosecute, and punish trainers without a neutral judge or
more
House Education & Workforce Chair Walberg Presses UCLA, UCSF on Discrimination Following Antisemitism Probe
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 (TNSida) -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release:
* * *
Chair Walberg Presses UCLA, UCSF on Discrimination Following Antisemitism Probe
WASHINGTON, D.C., October 15, 2026
Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) is demanding answers from the University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine (UCLA Med) and the University of California, San Francisco
more
How Do Georgia Constitutional Amendments Work?
ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 16 -- The Georgia Public Policy Foundation posted the following news release:
* * *
How Do Georgia Constitutional Amendments Work?
*
When Georgians go to the polls on November 3, they'll vote on three proposed changes to the state constitution. Most voters know what a law is. Fewer know how the constitution gets changed, or why the final decision lies with voters. Here's a quick guide.
Q: What is a constitutional amendment?
A: It's a change to Georgia's constitution,
more
HSR and Barings Break Ground on 501-unit Multifamily Development at ELCO Yards in Redwood City, California
DALLAS, Texas, Oct. 17 -- Trammell Crow Co., a developer and investor in commercial real estate, posted the following news release:
* * *
HSR and Barings Break Ground on 501-unit Multifamily Development at ELCO Yards in Redwood City, California
The project will include two separate apartment buildings
October 15, 2026
High Street Residential ("HSR"), the residential subsidiary of Trammell Crow Company ("TCC"), and joint venture ("JV") partner Barings have broken ground on a best-in-class tw
more
HVCC Celebrates President Michael S. Brophy's Inauguration at Foundation Gala, Raises More Than $175,000
TROY, New York, Oct. 17 -- Hudson Valley Community College issued the following news release:
* * *
HVCC Celebrates President Michael S. Brophy's Inauguration at Foundation Gala, Raises More Than $175,000
October 16, 2026
The Hudson Valley Community College Foundation hosted its annual Gala on Thursday, Oct. 15, at the Franklin Plaza ballroom in Troy, where it celebrated the inauguration of Dr. Michael S. Brophy as the college's eighth president.
More than 250 attendees were present for thi
more
ICYMI: Blue State Taxpayers Are Funding Red State Scholarships - And Their Governors Don't Care
WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 -- Club for Growth, an advocacy organization, issued the following news release:
* * *
ICYMI: Blue State Taxpayers Are Funding Red State Scholarships -- And Their Governors Don't Care
Will Mitola | October 12, 2026
Washington, D.C. - In case you missed it, Club for Growth President David McIntosh published an op-ed in the Washington Examiner calling out Democratic governors who have refused to opt into President Trump's federal school freedom program. The program establis
more
IFPTE Backs Pro-Worker Candidates for 2026 U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate Elections
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 [Category: Engineering] -- The International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers posted the following news:
* * *
IFPTE Backs Pro-Worker Candidates for 2026 U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate Elections
*
The 2026 Congressional elections come at a pivotal moment in American history and will have a monumental impact on working people and union members throughout the United States. All 435 seats in House of Representatives, plus 6 nonvoting delegate
more
International Myeloma Foundation: Dr. Wee Joo Chng to Receive Asian Myeloma Network Distinguished Service Award at the 10th AMN Summit in Shanghai
NORTH HOLLYWOOD, California, Oct. 17 -- The International Myeloma Foundation issued the following news:
* * *
Dr. Wee Joo Chng to Receive Asian Myeloma Network Distinguished Service Award at the 10th AMN Summit in Shanghai
SHANGHAI, Oct. 16, 2026 -- The International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) will be holding the Asian Myeloma Network (AMN) awards ceremony on Saturday, October 17, during the 10th Annual AMN Summit in Shanghai, China from October 15-18, 2026.
This year's 10th Annual AMN Summit
more
Israel: Joint Statement by Spokespersons of Central Elections Committee for 26th Knesset, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
JERUSALEM, Israel, Oct. 16 -- The government of Israel issued the following news release:
* * *
Joint statement by the Spokespersons of the Central Elections Committee for the 26th Knesset and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
From New Zealand to California: Israeli elections get underway around the world
15.10.2026
-
On October 15, voting at Israeli diplomatic missions abroad began, continuing a longstanding tradition, 12 days ahead of Israel's general elections. Approximately 4,800 Israeli
more
JACL Applauds State of California Lawsuit to Keep Archives Open
WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 [Category: International] -- The Japanese American Citizens League posted the following news release:
* * *
JACL Applauds State of California Lawsuit to Keep Archives Open
*
JACL commends the State of California's lawsuit challenging the planned closure of the National Archives at San Francisco in San Bruno, filed on October 14th, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. After a long-fought community effort headed by SONA Coalition (Save o
more
Lake Forest College: Lifetime of Teaching Inspires a Lasting Gift From Yvonne Martin
LAKE FOREST, Illinois, Oct. 16 -- Lake Forest College issued the following news:
* * *
Lifetime of teaching inspires a lasting gift from Yvonne Martin
October 14, 2026
Linda Blaser
The wife of longtime Lake Forest College Professor William Martin makes a $7 million gift to the College's science programs.
Chemistry Professor William Martin was a legend at Lake Forest College, teaching thousands of students and mentoring generations of faculty over five decades before his death in 2024. To e
more
Lancaster University: Culling Rats and Restoring Native Vegetation - How Rewilding Tropical Atolls Could Help Them Keep Pace With Rising Sea-levels
LANCASTER, England, Oct. 16 (TNSjou) -- Lancaster University issued the following news:
* * *
Culling rats and restoring native vegetation - how rewilding tropical atolls could help them keep pace with rising sea-levels
14 October 2026
Protecting seabirds and restoring natural vegetation could give low-lying tropical atoll islands a fighting chance against the threat of sea-level rises, a new study reveals.
As Earth's atmosphere continues to warm, sea levels are projected to rise, threateni
more
Littler: FMLA Leave and RIF Decisions - Why the Record Matters
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Oct. 17 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following news:
* * *
FMLA Leave and RIF Decisions: Why the Record Matters
By Brittney Polo and Rocio Blanco Garcia
October 16, 2026
A reduction in force may be driven by legitimate business needs, but an unclear selection process or inconsistent internal communications can turn a defensible decision into a jury question. A recent decision from the Northern District of Georgia offers a practical reminder for employers: Wh
more
Littler: New York City Commission on Human Rights Adopts Final Rules Implementing Amendments to Fair Chance Act
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Oct. 17 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following news:
* * *
New York City Commission on Human Rights Adopts Final Rules Implementing Amendments to Fair Chance Act
By Stephen A. Fuchs and Christine McDaniel Novak
October 16, 2026
At a Glance
* New York City's Commission on Human Rights adopted amended Fair Chance Act rules effective October 30, 2026.
* Most changes conform the Fair Chance Act regulations to statutory amendments that took effect in 2021 and
more
Maryland Governor Issues EO Directing Ad Procurement to Local News Organizations
VIENNA, Virginia, Oct. 16 [Category: Media] -- The News/Media Alliance issued the following news release:
* * *
Maryland Governor Issues EO Directing Ad Procurement to Local News Organizations
*
Annapolis, MD - Today, Maryland Governor Wes Moore issued an Executive Order "Directing State Media and Advertising Procurement Spending to Maryland News Organizations."
The measure requires Maryland state agencies to prioritize local news organizations when structuring procurements, to achieve an a
more
Mercedes-Benz and NVIDIA Expand Strategic Partnership to Advance Safe Highly Automated Driving in the Next Decade
SANTA CLARA, California, Oct. 16 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- NVIDIA, a designer of graphics processing units for the gaming, cryptocurrency and professional markets, posted the following news release:
* * *
Mercedes-Benz and NVIDIA Expand Strategic Partnership to Advance Safe Highly Automated Driving in the Next Decade
*
News Summary:
* Mercedes-Benz and NVIDIA will extend their partnership to jointly develop the next generation of driver assistance and automated driving systems.
more
N.M. A.G. Torrez Leads Coalition of Attorneys General Urging Congress to Pass Epstein Files Transparency Act II
SANTA FE, New Mexico, Oct. 17 -- New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez issued the following news release:
* * *
Attorney General Raul Torrez Leads Coalition of Attorneys General Urging Congress to Pass Epstein Files Transparency Act II
October 16, 2026
Albuquerque, NM - Attorney General Raul Torrez, along with Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes and Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford, is leading a coalition of attorneys general in sending a letter to congressional leadership this week urgi
more
NAACP Joins Pro-Voter Coalition to Intervene in DOJ Lawsuit to Protect California Voters Ahead of Midterms
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 [Category: Political] -- The NAACP issued the following news release:
* * *
NAACP Joins Pro-Voter Coalition to Intervene in DOJ Lawsuit to Protect California Voters Ahead of Midterms
*
Contact Information:
NAACP, Chyna Fields: cfields@naacpnet.org
Campaign Legal Center: media@campaignlegalcenter.org
LULAC, David Cruz: davidcruz@lulac.org
Democracy Defenders Fund: press@democracydefenders.org
Date: October 16, 2026
LOS ANGELES -- Today, Campaign Legal Center (CLC), D
more
National Transfer Student Week Brings Community and Celebration to Cal Poly Pomona
POMONA, California, Oct. 16 -- California State University California State Polytechnic University Pomona campus posted the following news:
* * *
National Transfer Student Week Brings Community and Celebration to Cal Poly Pomona
*
Cal Poly Pomona will celebrate National Transfer Student Week Oct. 19-23 with events for transfer students and their supporters.
From scholarship workshops to a resource fair and hayrides at the Pumpkin Fest, NTSW offers transfer students a chance to learn and con
more
Navy Region Hawaii Empowers Sailors for the 2026 Midterm Elections
PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii, Oct. 17 -- Navy Region Hawaii issued the following news:
* * *
Navy Region Hawaii empowers Sailors for the 2026 Midterm Elections
16 October 2026
JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii -- Demonstrating that operational readiness extends to civic responsibility, Commander, Navy Region Hawaii (CNRH) conducted a command-wide military voting stand down at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam's Memorial Chapel, Oct. 9, 2026.
Capt. Gregory deWindt, chief of staff for CNRH, led the
more
Netflix: Diplomatic Relations - Celebrating 'The Diplomat' Season 4 Around The World
LOS GATOS, California, Oct. 17 -- Netflix, a content provider, issued the following news:
* * *
Diplomatic Relations: Celebrating 'The Diplomat' Season 4 Around The World
16 October 2026
Over four seasons, The Diplomat has amassed fans around the world. But the political thriller holds a special place in the hearts and minds (and watchlists) of policymakers and their aides, who can relate firsthand to the trials and tribulations Ambassador Kate Wyler (Emmy(R) nominee and executive producer K
more
New Adverse Effect Wage Rate Methodology for Temporary Employment of H-2A Nonimmigrants in the U.S. Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12408) by labor policy analyst Elizabeth Weber Handwerker.
Here are excerpts:
* * *
New Adverse Effect Wage Rate Methodology for Temporary Employment of H-2A Nonimmigrants in the United States
Introduction
The H-2A visa program allows for the temporary admission of foreign workers to the United States to perform agricultural labor or services of a seasonal or temporary nature
more
Nicotine exposure during pregnancy increases flu severity later in life
SANTA CRUZ, California, Oct. 15 -- The University of California Santa Cruz campus posted the following news:
* * *
Nicotine exposure during pregnancy increases flu severity later in life
*
UC Santa Cruz researchers found that nicotine exposure during pregnancy and just after birth alters the stem cells that create the body's blood cells and other crucial lung immune cells
Key takeaways
* Nicotine exposure during pregnancy and just after birth reduced the blood-forming stem cells that build
more
NMCSD celebrates milestone civilian onboarding, advancing DHA Campaign Order and CORE 15 priorities
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Oct. 14 -- The Defense Health Agency issued the following news:
* * *
NMCSD celebrates milestone civilian onboarding, advancing DHA Campaign Order and CORE 15 priorities
*
Naval Medical Center San Diego and Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command San Diego recently marked a major workforce milestone, celebrating the successful onboarding of more than 444 new civilian healthcare professionals and support staff over the past two years, bringing the command's civili
more
NVIDIA RTX Spark PCs Available Today -- A New Beginning for Windows PCs
SANTA CLARA, California, Oct. 16 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- NVIDIA, a designer of graphics processing units for the gaming, cryptocurrency and professional markets, posted the following news release:
* * *
NVIDIA RTX Spark PCs Available Today -- A New Beginning for Windows PCs
*
News Summary:
* NVIDIA RTX Spark laptops are available today from ASUS, Dell, HP, Lenovo, Microsoft and MSI -- with additional systems to follow -- bringing RTX acceleration and NVIDIA's full-stack AI pla
more
Padilla Statement on Trump's DOJ Lawsuit Against California and Los Angeles Election Officials
WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release:
* * *
Padilla Statement on Trump's DOJ Lawsuit Against California and Los Angeles Election Officials
*
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration, released the following statement after the U.S. Department of Justice sued California's Secretary of State and Los Angeles County's Registrar Recorder to prevent them fr
more
Padilla, Durbin, Whitehouse Demand DOJ Commit to Not Seize Ballots, Voting Equipment During Midterm Elections
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release:
* * *
Padilla, Durbin, Whitehouse Demand DOJ Commit to Not Seize Ballots, Voting Equipment During Midterm Elections
*
Following new DOJ demand to block certain ballots in California, Senators urge DOJ to follow the law and reaffirm its longstanding election non-interference policy ahead of 2026 midterm elections, warning that "DOJ action that could spoil an election would be one of the most serious con
more
Paul Hastings Advises Varonis Systems on $6.3 Billion Acquisition by Proofpoint
LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 15 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Paul Hastings, a law firm, issued the following news:
* * *
Paul Hastings Advises Varonis Systems on $6.3 Billion Acquisition by Proofpoint
*
Paul Hastings LLP advised Varonis Systems Inc. (NASDAQ: VRNS), a leading global data security company, on a definitive agreement to be acquired by Proofpoint Inc for $6.3 billion.
Partners Eduardo Gallardo, Jon Kubek and Colin Diamond led the Paul Hastings team, which also included M&A of co
more
PETE DAVIDSON, HOWARD STERN, BILLY CRYSTAL, JOHN OLIVER, PAUL MCCARTNEY AND MORE GUESTS ON ABC'S 'JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE,' OCT. 19-23
BURBANK, California, Oct. 16 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release:
* * *
PETE DAVIDSON, HOWARD STERN, BILLY CRYSTAL, JOHN OLIVER, PAUL MCCARTNEY AND MORE GUESTS ON ABC'S 'JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE,' OCT. 19-23
*
ABC's Emmy(r) Award-winning late-night talk show, "Jimmy Kimmel Live," airs every weeknight at 11:35 p.m. EDT and features a diverse lineup of guests that includes celebrities, athletes, musical acts, comedians and human-interest s
more
Pingree, DeLauro: New GAO Report Builds Case for Congressional Action on Textile Waste
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Chellie Pingree, D-Maine, issued the following news release:
* * *
Pingree, DeLauro: New GAO Report Builds Case for Congressional Action on Textile Waste
*
Today, Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-Maine), founder of the Slow Fashion Caucus and Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies, and Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Committee, released a new Government
more
Postcard from MassRobotics: Where Physical AI Meets Startup Speed
SANTA CLARA, California, Oct. 16 [Category: BizElectronic Products] -- Intel, an industry that says it creates world-changing technology that enables progress and enriches lives, posted the following news:
* * *
Postcard from MassRobotics: Where Physical AI Meets Startup Speed
*
Inside MassRobotics, the energy felt equal parts robotics lab, startup accelerator and Boston innovation hub. Founders, engineers and developers gathered for Intel's Building Physical AI at the Edge workshop, bringin
more
Private equity owns less than 4% of U.S. hospitals, WashU research finds
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Oct. 16 -- Washington University in St. Louis posted the following news:
* * *
Private equity owns less than 4% of U.S. hospitals, WashU research finds
*
* Study finds private-equity ownership remains limited nationally, with most investors exiting hospital investments within five years.
* Research is the first to provide a clear picture of private equity's footprint in the hospital sector.
* Findings don't determine whether private-equity ownership improves or worsens
more
Pro-Voter Coalition Moves to Intervene in DOJ Lawsuit to Protect California Voters Ahead of Midterms
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 [Category: Political] -- The Campaign Legal Center posted the following news release:
* * *
Pro-Voter Coalition Moves to Intervene in DOJ Lawsuit to Protect California Voters Ahead of Midterms
*
LOS ANGELES -- Today, Campaign Legal Center (CLC), Democracy Defenders Fund (DDF), and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Office of General Counsel, on behalf of the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) and the NAACP, NAACP Californi
more
Rand Issues Commentary: Better Way to Use Criminal Records in Hiring
SANTA MONICA, California, Oct. 17 -- Rand issued the following commentary:
* * *
A Better Way to Use Criminal Records in Hiring
Oct 15, 2026
By Elizabeth Chase and Shawn D. Bushway
Someone in your company just decided to rescind a job offer to a welder, a warehouse supervisor, a medical assistant, or a coder you desperately wanted to hire--not because the person can't do the work, but because a background check turned up a conviction record and your company's rules said, "no hire."
Roughly
more
Randall, Jayapal Lead PNW Members in Demanding Answers on NWDC Contract
WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 -- Rep. Emily Randall, D-Washington, issued the following news release:
* * *
Randall, Jayapal Lead PNW Members in Demanding Answers on NWDC Contract
*
SEATTLE, W.A. -- U.S. Representatives Emily Randall (WA-06) and Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) led Members from Washington and Oregon in demanding answers and transparency into ongoing efforts by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to purchase existing immigration detention cent
more
Ranking Member Robert Garcia and Senator Elizabeth Warren Lead Bipartisan Bill to Hold Epstein's Bankers Accountable
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Robert Garcia, D-California, ranking member of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, issued the following news release:
* * *
October 15, 2026
Ranking Member Robert Garcia and Senator Elizabeth Warren Lead Bipartisan Bill to Hold Epstein's Bankers Accountable
Washington, D.C. -- Today, Rep. Robert Garcia, Ranking Member of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), together with Senators Richard Blum
more
RCCD Celebrates Chancellor Wolde-Ab Isaac's Legacy of Leadership and Student Success
RIVERSIDE, California, Oct. 17 -- The Riverside Community College District issued the following news:
* * *
RCCD Celebrates Chancellor Wolde-Ab Isaac's Legacy of Leadership and Student Success
10/16/2026
Riverside Community College District (RCCD) honored Chancellor Wolde-Ab Isaac, Ph.D., on Thursday, Oct. 15, during "An Evening of Legacy & Excellence," a retirement celebration recognizing his decades of service to higher education and lasting contributions to students, colleges and communit
more
Reason Foundation: California Gov. Newsom's Veto Saves Taxpayers Billions, Preserves Previous Pension Reforms
LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 17 -- The Reason Foundation issued the following news:
* * *
California Gov. Newsom's veto saves taxpayers billions, preserves previous pension reforms
Gov. Gavin Newsom rejected AB 1383, which would've increased pension benefits for police and firefighters at a high cost to taxpayers.
Zachary Christensen
Managing Director
October 16, 2026
California Gov. Gavin Newsom recently vetoed Assembly Bill 1383 (AB 1383) and Assembly Bill 1054 (AB 1054), which sought
more
Rep. Chu's Statement on Allegations of Chinese Spying Targeting Taiwan's President's Family in the United States
WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Rep. Judy Chu, D-California, issued the following news release:
* * *
Rep. Chu's Statement on Allegations of Chinese Spying Targeting Taiwan's President's Family in the United States
*
PASADENA, CA - Today, Rep. Judy Chu (CA-28) released the following statement in response to the FBI's October 4th arrest of an individual accused of spying on the son of Taiwan's President, Lai Ching-te, in Seattle, Washington, at the direction of the Chinese government.
"I am deeply tr
more
Rep. Costa Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen U.S. Defense Innovation Through Partnership with Ukraine
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Jim Costa, D-California, issued the following news release:
* * *
Rep. Costa Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen U.S. Defense Innovation Through Partnership with Ukraine
*
WASHINGTON - Today, Representatives Jim Costa (CA-21), a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee's Subcommittee on Europe and the Congressional Ukraine Caucus, Don Bacon (NE-02), Wesley Bell (MO-01), and Mike Quigley (IL-05) introduced the bipartisan H.R. 10772 Frontline Innovation Ac
more
Rep. Sara Jacobs Pens Newsweek Op-ed on How to Win the AI Race
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Sara Jacobs, D-California, issued the following news release:
* * *
Rep. Sara Jacobs Pens Newsweek Op-ed on How to Win the AI Race
*
Rep. Sara Jacobs (CA-51) penned an op-ed for Newsweek, arguing that her colleagues have largely misdiagnosed the AI race with China. She lays out how Congress needs to address AI on the societal, model, deployer, and impact levels in order to create AI systems that people trust more and would rather use. That is America's competitive
more
Rising Approvals Of Oil Drilling Permits Underscore Governor Newsom's Expansion Of Oil Drilling Instead Of Shifting Away From Fossil Fuels As Promised, Consumer Advocates Say
LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 16 [Category: Consumer Services] -- Consumer Watchdog posted the following news release:
* * *
Rising Approvals Of Oil Drilling Permits Underscore Governor Newsom's Expansion Of Oil Drilling Instead Of Shifting Away From Fossil Fuels As Promised, Consumer Advocates Say
*
Los Angeles, CA -- Oil well permit approvals continued to grow in the third quarter of 2026 to a total of 433 for the first nine months, a sharp rise of 277% in approved drilling permits from 20
more
Samuel Merritt University: Opening Doors
OAKLAND, California, Oct. 17 -- Samuel Merritt University posted the following news:
* * *
Opening Doors
October 16, 2026 Ursa Born
Once a scholarship recipient herself, Caroline Cabias is creating pathways to opportunity for others.
Caroline Cabias's passion for health and education access and equity keeps her very busy. When a friend initially approached her about becoming a Samuel Merritt University (SMU) donor and joining the Board of Regents, Cabias was intrigued -- but she also felt
more
Sanchez, Sewell lead 55 Democrats in opposing U.S. Withdrawal from International Labor Organization
WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Rep. Linda T. Sanchez, D-California, issued the following news release:
* * *
Sanchez, Sewell lead 55 Democrats in opposing U.S. Withdrawal from International Labor Organization
*
ILO withdrawal would weaken international labor standards, undercut American workers
WASHINGTON - Ways and Means Trade Subcommittee Ranking Member Linda Sanchez (D-Calif.) and Oversight Subcommittee Ranking Member Terri Sewell (D-Ala.) today led 55 of their House Democratic colleagues in cal
more
SBA's Million Dollar Pitch Competition to Stream on Prime Video and YouTube
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The Small Business Administration issued the following news release:
* * *
SBA's Million Dollar Pitch Competition to Stream on Prime Video and YouTube
Five entrepreneurs will take the stage to compete, alongside Nicki Minaj, Grant Cardone, Joe Gebbia, and Dean Cain on October 20th
October 15, 2026
WASHINGTON -- Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that its Million Dollar Pitch Competition will stream starting October 20 on Prime Video and YouT
more
SEC Director Daly Issues Remarks at the Stanford University Private Capital Roundtable
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the following remarks by Brian Daly, director of Investment Management:
* * *
Remarks at the Stanford University Private Capital Roundtable
Stanford, California Oct. 16, 2026
Thank you, Scott [James], for that kind introduction.
Before I begin, I must - as always - inform you that my remarks today are provided in my official capacity as the Securities and Exchange Commission's Director of the Division of Investment Managem
more
Secretary Mullin Oversees Deportation Flights Out of Arizona
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release:
* * *
Secretary Mullin Oversees Deportation Flights Out of Arizona
*
WASHINGTON - On Friday, United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Markwayne Mullin oversaw several deportation flights out of Phoenix, Arizona that removed dangerous illegal aliens back to Mexico, including pedophiles, violent assailants, drug traffickers, drunk drivers, burglars, and gang members.
Secreta
more
Security Industry Association Names John Mack as 2026 George R. Lippert Memorial Award Honoree
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 16 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Security Industry Association posted the following news release:
* * *
Security Industry Association Names John Mack as 2026 George R. Lippert Memorial Award Honoree
*
John E. Mack III--managing director and co-head of security and safety investment banking at Raymond James--will be recognized for his dedicated security industry service and leadership at the 2026 Securing New Ground conference.
SILVER SPRING, Md.--The Secur
more
Southern University Professor Selected for 2026 Alex Trebek Legacy Fellowship
BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, Oct. 17 -- Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College posted the following news:
* * *
Southern University professor selected for 2026 Alex Trebek Legacy Fellowship
October 16, 2026
Darrell Roberson, co-director and chair of the digital media arts program and Title III activity director at Southern University and A&M College, has been selected for the 2026 Alex Trebek Legacy Fellowship.
The fellowship, awarded by the Television Academy Foundation in
more
Spartan Bus Tour heads to southern Michigan to strengthen community connections
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Oct. 16 -- Michigan State University posted the following news:
* * *
Spartan Bus Tour heads to southern Michigan to strengthen community connections
*
From helping farmers grow Michigan's agricultural economy to training future physicians and protecting the state's water resources, Michigan State University works alongside communities across southern Michigan to address challenges and create opportunities. This fall, the Spartan Bus Tour heads to the region to highli
more
State Bar Releases 2026 Report Card on the Diversity of California's Legal Profession
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Oct. 15 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The State Bar of California posted the following news:
* * *
State Bar Releases 2026 Report Card on the Diversity of California's Legal Profession
*
The State Bar's 2026 Report Card on the Diversity of California's Legal Profession, released today, describes the demographics of California's active licensees, with a closer look at the 7,000 newly admitted in the past year. It also presents results from the 2026 Attorney Workplace Sat
more
Tasting Event Showcases Calrose Rice in Germany
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 16 [Category: Agriculture] -- USA Rice Federation posted the following news:
* * *
Tasting Event Showcases Calrose Rice in Germany
*
OYTEN, GERMANY - USA Rice organized a tasting event here last week in cooperation with Kreyenhop & Kluge, a major U.S. rice importer and Asian ethnic food wholesaler in Germany. The exclusive event, hosted in the company's newly built demonstration kitchen, welcomed 10 invited guests, including selected members of the Kreyenhop & Kluge
more
TEDCO's Entrepreneur Expo to Host "Industry Perspective on an Innovation Ecosystem" Panel
COLUMBIA, Maryland, Oct. 17 -- TEDCO, the Maryland Technology Development Corp., issued the following news release:
* * *
TEDCO's Entrepreneur Expo to Host "Industry Perspective on an Innovation Ecosystem" Panel
Session will feature leaders from the Maryland Department of Transportation and Whiting-Turner, moderated by Maryland Chamber of Commerce President and CEO, Mary Kane
-
COLUMBIA, Md., (October 16, 2026) -- TEDCO, Maryland's economic engine for technology companies, announces the "In
more
TEGNA Appoints Tim Thomas to Lead WXIA-WATL in Atlanta and WMAZ in Macon
TYSONS, Virginia, Oct. 17 -- TEGNA Inc., a broadcast, digital media and marketing services company, issued the following news release:
* * *
10/16/26
TEGNA Appoints Tim Thomas to Lead WXIA-WATL in Atlanta and WMAZ in Macon
Thomas moves from president and general manager of TEGNA's Tampa and Jacksonville stations
-
McLean, Va. -- TEGNA Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) today announced that it has appointed Tim Thomas to lead WXIA, the company's NBC affiliate in Atlanta, its sister station, WATL, and WMAZ
more
The midterm election is here. But can it go smoothly? UCLA Law's experts weigh in
LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 15 -- The University of California at Los Angeles School of Law posted the following news:
* * *
The midterm election is here. But can it go smoothly? UCLA Law's experts weigh in
*
Voting by mail. Misinformation. Control of Congress. We have read the news, received the mailers, and seen all of the ads. The issues abound. It's enough to make your head spin.
Now offering clarity: UCLA School of Law's Rick Hasen and Shelby Wayment. Hasen is the Gary T. Schwartz Di
more
The President's Speaker Series was a fruitful exchange on ag and tech
SEASIDE, California, Oct. 16 -- California State University Monterey Bay campus posted the following news:
* * *
The President's Speaker Series was a fruitful exchange on ag and tech
*
The topics covered the ag chain from seeds and nurseries to harvest and marketing.
By Walter Ryce
The first President's Speaker Series of the 2026-27 academic year focused on the relationship between the agriculture industry and technology. Titled "From Seed to Market: Impacts of New Agricultural Technologie
more
U.S Departments of Justice and Labor Secure Settlement With Cloudera, Enforce Two-Year PERM Debarment & Back Pay Following Discrimination Against U.S. Workers
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release:
* * *
U.S Departments of Justice and Labor Secure Settlement with Cloudera, Enforce Two-Year PERM Debarment & Back Pay Following Discrimination Against U.S. Workers
October 16, 2026
The U.S. Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division (CRT) and the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) today announced a coordinated enforcement resolution with Cloudera Inc., a Santa Clara, California-based data management comp
more
UC Davis Awarded $53,100 Grant to Improve Traffic Data Collection and Reporting
DAVIS, California, Oct. 15 -- The University of California Davis campus posted the following news:
* * *
UC Davis Awarded $53,100 Grant to Improve Traffic Data Collection and Reporting
*
The University of California, Davis announced today that it has received a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for a traffic records improvement project to report crash and citation data faster and more efficiently.
The UC Davis Police Department plans to deploy software, Crossroads, to
more
UC Davis to Launch New One-Year Master's Degree and Teaching Credential Program in Summer 2027
DAVIS, California, Oct. 15 -- The University of California Davis campus posted the following news:
* * *
UC Davis to Launch New One-Year Master's Degree and Teaching Credential Program in Summer 2027
*
The University of California, Davis is launching a new Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree and teaching credential program, which was approved by the University of California Office of the President in August. The School of Education will welcome the first cohort of students in July 2027, timed
more
UC San Diego Partnership with County Helps Hospitals Prepare for Respiratory Virus Surges
LA JOLLA, California, Oct. 16 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
* * *
UC San Diego Partnership with County Helps Hospitals Prepare for Respiratory Virus Surges
*
* UC San Diego and the County of San Diego have teamed up to forecast hospitalizations for flu, COVID-19 and RSV, helping hospitals prepare for surges.
* The forecasts are now part of the County's updated respiratory virus report, which also tracks infections and emergency department visits
more
UC Santa Cruz hosts AI summit and hackathon events for SF Tech Week
SANTA CRUZ, California, Oct. 16 -- The University of California Santa Cruz campus posted the following news:
* * *
UC Santa Cruz hosts AI summit and hackathon events for SF Tech Week
*
The two events brought together industry leaders, founders, builders, and students.
The University of California, Santa Cruz hosted two events at the Silicon Valley Campus for SF Tech Week 2026. The events brought together industry leaders, founders, builders, and students during a week of energy and connecti
more
UMaine scientists explore quantum materials for next-generation electronics
ORONO, Maine, Oct. 16 -- The University of Maine posted the following news release:
* * *
UMaine scientists explore quantum materials for next-generation electronics
*
U.S. Department of Energy-supported project is led by assistant professor Tomas Marangoni (Department of Chemistry and Frontier Institute for Research in Sensor Technologies, FIRST)
As computer chips approach the limits of miniaturization, University of Maine researchers are exploring new quantum materials that could help pow
more
UMC New Orleans nurses to hold press conference on LCMC short-changing patients and nurses
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Oct. 16 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United posted the following news release:
* * *
UMC New Orleans nurses to hold press conference on LCMC short-changing patients and nurses
*
LCMC claims to honor the "Spirit of Charity" while giving CEO nearly $1.5M raise and refusing to improve pay for nurses at the bargaining table
In the wake of LCMC's "Spirit of Charity Gala" last week, Registered Nurses from University Medical Center (UMC) in New Orleans, La., will h
more
Understanding Alzheimer's Disease, New Tests, and Treatments
WASHINGTON, Oct. 13 -- The National Academy of Medicine issued the following news:
* * *
Understanding Alzheimer's Disease, New Tests, and Treatments
*
Experts from the University of California San Francisco, Virginia Commonwealth University, the Alzheimer's Association, WashU Medicine, the Cure Alzheimer's Fund, and Cedars-Sinai discuss the promise and limitations of new tests and treatments for Alzheimer's disease, emerging discoveries on the horizon, and what these advances mean for patie
more
Union election at MedStar Franklin Square too close to call and marred by MedStar Health union busting
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Oct. 16 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United posted the following news release:
* * *
Union election at MedStar Franklin Square too close to call and marred by MedStar Health union busting
*
Union contends illegal behavior by hospital and intend to file objections with NLRB
Registered nurses at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center in Baltimore, Md. voted on whether to join National Nurses Organizing Committee/National Nurses United (NNOC/NNU), the country's
more
University of Auckland: Rewilding Could Give Atolls a Fighting Chance
AUCKLAND, New Zealand, Oct. 16 (TNSjou) -- The University of Auckland issued the following news:
* * *
Rewilding could give atolls a fighting chance
15 October 2026
Sustainable impact, Faculty of Science, Biological Sciences
Restoring natural ecological systems may help tiny islands to survive sea-level rise.
-
Protecting seabirds and restoring natural vegetation could give low-lying tropical atoll islands a fighting chance against the threat of sea-level rise, a new study reveals.
As Ea
more
University of Bath: Leaked Documents Raise serious Questions about British American Tobacco's Role in Cigarette Smuggling
BATH, England, Oct. 17 (TNSjou) -- The University of Bath posted the following news:
* * *
Leaked documents raise serious questions about British American Tobacco's role in cigarette smuggling
New research suggests that British American Tobacco may have been complicit in cigarette smuggling, despite the company's public claims to combat the trade.
16 Oct 2026
The Tobacco Control Research Group has published two new research papers on illicit tobacco trade
-
New research from the Univers
more
University of Lincoln: 'Gooey' Marine Snow Could Help Oceans Lock Away Carbon
BRAYFORD POOL, England, Oct. 17 (TNSjou) -- The University of Lincoln issued the following news:
* * *
'Gooey' Marine Snow Could Help Oceans Lock Away Carbon
Published by:
Published by: Scarlet Helliwell
15 October 2026
The "gooeyness" of tiny particles that fall through the ocean could help determine how much carbon is stored in the deep sea for hundreds or even thousands of years, new research has found.
Researchers from the University of Lincoln and the University of California San Die
more
University of Nebraska: Perez Part of National Engineering Alliance's Leadership Group
LINCOLN, Nebraska, Oct. 17 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news:
* * *
October 16, 2026
Perez part of national engineering alliance's leadership group
By Phil Carter, Engineering
Lance C. Perez, Fred Hunzeker Dean of Engineering at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, has been named a co-principal investigator for a renewed five-year agreement to support the Engineering Research Visioning Alliance from the National Science Foundation.
The alliance brings together leaders
more
University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering: Got a Good Idea? Go Build It.
LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 17 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news:
* * *
Got a Good Idea? Go Build It.
Matilda Bathurst | October 16, 2026
Seniors in USC Viterbi's Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering have a summer and a semester to convert four years of engineering education into innovative, testable devices and systems.
By senior year, students in USC Viterbi's Department of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
more
University of Sydney: Nigerian Artist Victor Ehikhamenor Asks Who Gets to Tell History
SYDNEY, Australia, Oct. 16 -- The University of Sydney issued the following news:
* * *
14 October 2026
Nigerian artist Victor Ehikhamenor asks who gets to tell history
Internationally acclaimed artist makes Australian debut in Sydney
-
Acclaimed artist Victor Ehikhamenor, who represented Nigeria at its first Venice Biennale pavilion in 2017, makes his Australian debut with Undoing the City, Making Home at the University of Sydney's Chau Chak Wing Museum.
Presented in partnership with Bl
more
USF study finds persistent gaps in hearing aid coverage, especially for older and lower-income adults
TAMPA, Florida, Oct. 16 -- The University of South Florida posted the following news:
* * *
USF study finds persistent gaps in hearing aid coverage, especially for older and lower-income adults
*
Despite gradual progress in insurance policies requiring hearing aid coverage, many Americans still lack guaranteed access to these essential devices, according to a new study published in JAMA Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery.
The study found substantial differences in mandated coverage across a
more
Ventura County to Consider Mine Expansion at Tuesday Meeting
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 [Category: Biology] -- The Center for Biological Diversity posted the following news release:
* * *
Ventura County to Consider Mine Expansion at Tuesday Meeting
*
VENTURA, Calif.-- The Ventura County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday will consider the expansion of the Pacific Rock Mine, an operation that would extract nearly 30 million tons of rock over the next 60 years. The action follows an appeal from the Center for Biological Diversity challenging the county planning c
more
W&M film studies alumnus wins Student Academy Award
WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- William and Mary posted the following news:
* * *
W&M film studies alumnus wins Student Academy Award
*
The following story originally appeared on the website for W&M's College of Arts & Sciences. - Ed.
As Arjun Fischer '20 was waiting on the tarmac in Virginia to fly back to Los Angeles, where he currently attends graduate school at the University of Southern California, his phone suddenly lit up. It was a phone call that changed everything.
Fischer, an
more
WATCH: Padilla Slams Trump DOJ Attempts to Interfere in California Elections
WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release:
* * *
WATCH: Padilla Slams Trump DOJ Attempts to Interfere in California Elections
*
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) joined CNN's In the Arena with Kasie Hunt to blast the Trump Administration's baseless lawsuit to interfere in California's 2026 midterm election.
Key Excerpts:
On the DOJ's Lawsuit
The Administration is clearly without any authority, by the way, trying
more
White House: President Trump Returns to Arizona With a Record of Results: Tax Relief, Jobs, and Border Security
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The White House issued the following news:
* * *
President Trump Returns to Arizona with a Record of Results: Tax Relief, Jobs, and Border Security
October 14, 2026
Today, President Donald J. Trump returns to the Grand Canyon State for a visit to Bullhead City. He arrives with a clear record of America First results that put Arizona workers, families, seniors, and communities first -- delivering tax relief, unleashing major private investment, ending the Biden-era bord
more
With a flick of a switch: Reducing addiction risk from opioid painkillers
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 15 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news:
* * *
With a flick of a switch: Reducing addiction risk from opioid painkillers
*
Last year, more than 40,000 Americans died from overdoses involving opioids, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Opioid compounds, including morphine, codeine, and fentanyl, exert most of their effects by activating mu-opioid receptors, which are found throughout the brain and in the spinal
more
WORST OF THE WORST: ICE Arrests Murderers, Pedophiles, and Drug Traffickers
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release:
* * *
WORST OF THE WORST: ICE Arrests Murderers, Pedophiles, and Drug Traffickers
*
Thanks to President Trump, our border is secure and ICE has been unleashed to target, arrest, and deport all illegal aliens
WASHINGTON - Yesterday, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested more worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens across the country, convicted for first-degree murder, endan
more
