COMMERCE, Texas, July 15 -- East Texas A&M University (formerly the Texas A&M University Commerce campus) issued the following news release: * * * $30,000 Grant Boosts Online Teacher Certification Program at ETAMU By Kristen Segar East Texas A&M's innovative answer to the Texas teacher shortage garners support from the Texas Pioneer Foundation. A $30,000 grant from the Texas Pioneer Foundation is giving a major boost to East Texas A&M University's Pride Pathway program--an innovative online more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, July 18 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release on July 16, 2025: * * * "Emergency Intercom" Joins iHeartPodcasts Hosts Enya Umanzor and Drew Phillips enter their next comedic era with a new look, expanded guest lineup and more * NEW YORK - iHeartMedia announced today that the hit show "Emergency Intercom," hosted by Enya Umanzor and Drew Phillips, will join iHeartPodcasts. Known for their wild tangents, absurd humor and undeniable chemistry, Enya and Drew have  more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 17 -- Occidental Petroleum, an oil and gas, exploration and production company, issued the following news release: * * * 1PointFive Announces Carbon Removal Credit Agreement with Palo Alto Networks * HOUSTON, July 16, 2025 --1PointFive, a carbon capture, utilization, and sequestration (CCUS) company, today announced that Palo Alto Networks purchased 10,000 tons of carbon dioxide removal (CDR) credits over five years enabled by Direct Air Capture (DAC). The agreement demo more PR

FORT WORTH, Texas, July 15 [Category: BizAerospace] -- American Airlines posted the following news: * * * American Airlines introduces first-of-its-kind Provisions by Admirals Club lounge at Charlotte Douglas International Airport * FORT WORTH, Texas -- Opening late summer 2025, American Airlines is enhancing the travel experience for Admirals Club (r) customers passing through Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) with the debut of a new, innovative lounge solution: the Provisions b more PR

IRVING, Texas, July 15 [Category: BizMedia] -- Nexstar Media Group, a television broadcasting company, issued the following news release: * * * Antenna TV To Celebrate 60th Anniversary of I Dream of Jeannie * "Still Dreaming of Jeannie 60 th Anniversary Marathon" hosted by series star Barbara Eden features 60 back-to-back episodes starting August 16 at 10 am Eastern July 15, 2025 - In what seems like the blink of an eye, 60 years have passed since fantasy sitcom I Dream of Jeannie premiere more PR

CUPERTINO, California, July 15 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Apple, a provider of consumer electronics, computer software and online services, posted the following news: * * * Apple expands U.S. supply chain with $500 million commitment to American rare earth magnets * Today Apple announced a new commitment of $500 million with MP Materials, the only fully integrated rare earth producer in the United States. With this multiyear deal, Apple is committed to buying American-made rare ea more PR

PHOENIX, Arizona, July 18 -- The Arizona Department of Financial Institutions issued the following news release on July 17, 2025: * * * Arizona DIFI Issues Cease and Desist Against Unlicensed Insurer "Thin Blue Line Benefits Association, LLC" PHOENIX, AZ - The Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI) has issued a cease and desist order against Thin Blue Line Benefits Association, LLC (Thin Blue Line), a Texas limited liability company, for operating as an unlicensed i more PR

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, July 14 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Baseball ties program record with five selections in 2025 MLB Draft * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. - A program-record-tying five Penn State baseball players were selected on Day Two of the 2025 MLB Draft on July 14. Junior outfielder Paxton Kling was taken by the Texas Rangers in the seventh round, 205th overall. Junior shortstop Ryan Weingartner was picked by the St. Louis Cardinals in the eig more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 18 (TNSjou) -- The Baylor College of Medicine issued the following news: * * * Confirmed: Portable Lung Preservation System for Extended Criteria Donor Lungs is safe and effective Doctors at Baylor College of Medicine have confirmed that the use of the portable Organ Care System (OCS), or "breathing lung" technology, boosts long-term survival for transplant patients. This discovery offers new hope for people currently awaiting lung transplantation. This cutting-edge tech more PR

WACO, Texas, July 16 (TNSjou) -- Baylor University issued the following news: * * * They Aren't Just Tattoos - They're Testimonies: Study Shows How Tattoos Are Becoming Sacred Symbols for a New Generation New research reveals how religious tattoos reflect a cultural - and generational - shift in how faith is expressed through permanent body art By Kelly Craine For many young Americans, tattoos have become more than just body art - they are sacred expressions of deeply held beliefs. Anew stu more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, July 17 -- The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio issued the following news release: * * * Be Well Texas at UT Health San Antonio to lead major statewide expansion of opioid use disorder and recovery services The Texas Health and Human Services Commission has formally announced that Be Well Texas, an initiative of the Be Well Institute on Substance Use and Related Disorders at UT Health San Antonio, has been selected to lead a major expansion of opioi more PR

BINGHAMTON, New York, July 15 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: * * * A research intensive experience helped this Harpur student navigate her future in science Sofia Corsico-Sanchez combines her interests in biology, environmental science and geology By Jennifer Micale Sometimes, an experience can shift your entire vision -- how you see yourself, what you imagine for your future, where you belong. After rising senior Sofia Corsico-Sanchez applied to OCEAN CORE Academy in  more PR

LAKE SUCCESS, New York, July 18 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: * * * Canon Aids Relief Efforts for Texas Floods * MELVILLE, NY, July, 17, 2025 - On July 4, 2025, the U.S. state of Texas was struck by devastating floods. We at Canon would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to all those affected, and our thoughts go out to those who are suffering. To aid in the relief efforts, the Canon Group has made a donation to the American Red Cross. "At Canon, we are committed to more PR

PEORIA, Illinois, July 17 -- Caterpillar, a manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, issued the following news release: * * * Caterpillar Foundation Donates $250,000 to Texas Flood Recovery Funding supports United Way of San Antonio Bexar County and the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country's relief efforts in Kerr County * IRVING, Texas, July 16, 2025 - In response to the July 4 floods in Central Texas, the Caterpillar Foundation today announced a $250,000 donation to th more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 18 -- CenterPoint Energy issued the following news release: * * * CenterPoint Energy Declares Regular Common Stock Dividend of $0.2200 * HOUSTON, July 17, 2025 - CenterPoint Energy, Inc.'s (NYSE: CNP) Board of Directors today declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.2200 per share on the issued and outstanding shares of Common Stock payable on September 11, 2025, to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 21, 2025. About CenterPoint Energy, Inc more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 19 -- Chevron, an energy company, issued the following news release: * * * chevron completes acquisition of hess corporation * Creates premier integrated oil & gas company * Combines world-class assets, people and capabilities * Drives industry-leading free cash flow growth and shareholder returns * HOUSTON, Texas, July 18, 2025 -- Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX) announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Hess Corporation (NYSE: HES) following the satisf more PR

SOUTHLAKE, Texas, July 17 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Sabre, a travel technology company, issued the following news release: * * * Christopherson Business Travel selects Sabre as its primary distribution technology partner * SOUTHLAKE, Texas - July 17, 2025 - Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading software and technology provider for the global travel industry, and Christopherson Business Travel, a top U.S.-based travel management company serving more than 1,000 organizations  more PR

NEW YORK, July 19 -- Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following Q&A on July 17, 2025, by Kara D. Lamb, an associate research scientist in the Department of Earth and Environmental Engineering: * * * Need to Know: Geoengineering and Cloud Seeding What are geoengineering and cloud seeding, and what are their implications for future climate mitigation strategies? By Jeremy Hinsdale Techniques to deliberately alter Earth's climate, such as geoengineering and clo more PR

FORT WORTH, Texas, July 18 -- Bell Textron, a subsidiary of Textron, issued the following news release: * * * Columbus Division of Police Adds Two Bell 505s to Aviation Section * Phoenix, Arizona (July 17, 2025) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced during APSCON 2025 that the Columbus Department of Public Safety has signed a purchase agreement for two Bell 505s. The aircraft duo will modernize the Department's aerial public safety capabilities, serving the Colum more PR

WASHINGTON, July 18 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Cook Political Report: Texas Republicans' Redistricting Scheme Has High Risk of Backfiring * Next week, Texas Republicans will embark on a cynical attempt to exploit the tragic flooding in the state for political gamesmanship. Donald Trump and House Republicans know that they will lose the House next November and in a last ditch effort of desperation are seeking to further gerryman more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, July 17 -- CrowdStrike Inc., a cybersecurity platform for protecting areas of enterprise risk - endpoints and cloud workloads, identity and data, issued the following news: * * * CrowdStrike Brings Agentic AI Security Workflow Integrations and GenAI Protection to AWS Marketplace falcon-mcp and AI Red Team Services now available in new AI Agents and Tools category of AWS Marketplace * AUSTIN, Texas and AWS Summit NYC - July 16, 2025 - CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) today announced more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, July 17 (TNSrep) -- CrowdStrike Inc., a cybersecurity platform for protecting areas of enterprise risk - endpoints and cloud workloads, identity and data, issued the following news: * * * CrowdStrike Named the Leader and Fast Mover in the 2025 GigaOm Radar for Security Information and Event Management Only vendor to earn highest scores in Key Features and Business Criteria, recognized for breakthrough agentic AI innovation * AUSTIN, Texas - July 16, 2025 - CrowdStrike (NASDAQ more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 17 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Forging US-India collaboration through materials science: RISING Center at Rice marks 1-year milestone * Rice University hosted a one-year review meeting for the International Research Innovation in Nanotechnology, or RISING, Center, a partnership accelerating U.S.-India collaboration in advanced materials and defense-related technologies. The event brought together leaders from the Air Force Research Labor more PR

BRENTWOOD, Tennessee, July 16 -- Lifepoint Health, a healthcare company, issued the following news: * * * Hospitals of Providence and Lifepoint Rehabilitation Unveil The Hospitals of Providence Rehabilitation Hospital East * The Hospitals of Providence and Lifepoint Rehabilitation, a business unit of Lifepoint Health, unveiled in a ribbon cutting The Hospitals of Providence Rehabilitation Hospital East, located at 2230 Joe Battle Boulevard, El Paso, Texas 79938. The ribbon cutting celebrate more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, July 18 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release on July 17, 2025: * * * iHeart Women's Sports, The First-Ever Audio Platform Dedicated Exclusively to Women's Sports, Celebrates One-Year Anniversary And Welcomes Women's College Basketball Sensation Azzi Fudd to the Network Celebrations kick off tomorrow in Indianapolis with two live podcast recordings from "Good Game with Sarah Spain" featuring guest Azzi Fudd and "Levels to This with Sheryl Swoopes and Terrika Fos more PR

DALLAS, Texas, July 16 -- Southwest Airlines issued the following news release: * * * Island Increase: Southwest to Serve St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, Beginning in Early 2026 Airline begins adding new destinations to its network for the first time since 2021 * DALLAS--July 14, 2025--Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) intends to grow its network in 2026 initially with new service at Cyril E. King International Airport (STT) on St. Thomas, adding the U.S. Virgin Islands to the carrier's t more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 16 [Category: BizConsulting] -- KBR, a provider of differentiated, professional services and technologies, issued the following news release: * * * KBR Awarded FEED Contract for KEPPT's Fertilizer Facility in Iraq * HOUSTON, July 16, 2025 - KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today that it has been awarded a front-end engineering design (FEED) contract for the development of an ammonia and urea production plant by KAR Electrical Power Production Trading FZE (KEPPT) in Basra, Iraq. more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 15 -- KBR, a provider of differentiated, professional services and technologies, issued the following news release on July 14, 2025: * * * KBR Awarded U.S. State Department Multiple Award Contract for Peacekeeping Operations Worldwide * KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today it has been awarded a multiple award, indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) GLOBALCAP contract by the U.S. Department of State. Under GLOBALCAP, KBR will compete on IDIQ task orders to provide su more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 15 [Category: BizConsulting] -- KBR, a provider of differentiated, professional services and technologies, issued the following news release: * * * KBR Deploys Rover Technology to Enhance Workplace Safety * Spending time inside a wastewater system isn't the most pleasant experience. Especially in small tunnels which don't even have standing room.. They're challenging environments, often unpleasant and considered dangerous due to confined spaces, exposure to toxic gases a more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 16 -- KBR, a provider of differentiated, professional services and technologies, issued the following news release: * * * KBR Joint Venture Selected by BP for Two Energy Security Projects in Azerbaijan * HOUSTON, July 15, 2025 - KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today that its joint venture with SOCAR, SOCAR-KBR LLC, has been awarded two contracts by BP for Azerbaijan - one to support the Sangachal Terminal Electrification (STEL) project, Azerbaijan's largest oil and gas recepti more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 15 [Category: BizConsulting] -- KBR, a provider of differentiated, professional services and technologies, issued the following news release: * * * KBR Joint Venture Selected by BP for Two Energy Security Projects in Azerbaijan * HOUSTON, July 15, 2025 - KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today that its joint venture with SOCAR, SOCAR-KBR LLC, has been awarded two contracts by BP for Azerbaijan - one to support the Sangachal Terminal Electrification (STEL) project, Azerbaijan's l more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 17 [Category: BizConsulting] -- KBR, a provider of differentiated, professional services and technologies, issued the following news release: * * * KBR Secures Two-Year Renewal of EPCM Contract with Basra Oil Company for the Majnoon Oil Field in Iraq * HOUSTON, July 17, 2025 - KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today that it has secured the renewal of its engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCM) contract with Basra Oil Company (BOC) for the Majnoon Oil Field f more PR

MELBOURNE, Florida, July 16 -- L3Harris Technologies, a technology company, defense contractor and information technology services provider, issued the following news release: * * * L3Harris Secures Contract for Royal Moroccan Air Force C-130 Fleet Upgrade * WACO, Texas, July 14, 2025 -- L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) has received a contract from the Royal Moroccan Air Force (RMAF) to upgrade multiple C-130 aircraft. These enhancements will strengthen the RMAF's ability to maintain the fl more PR

BEAUMONT, Texas, July 18 -- Lamar University issued the following news: * * * Lamar University offers free professional development course for fall 2025 By John Rollins Lamar University has launched a new Professional Education Network (LU PEN) program for fall of 2025, offering non-degree seeking individuals an opportunity to enroll in a free course to enhance professional development and career skills. The LU PEN program will include one free course valued at over $1,000, which can be sel more PR

NACOGDOCHES, Texas, July 15 -- Stephen F. Austin State University issued the following news: * * * Local educators, alumni share expertise at SFA Lifelong Learning Conference University Marketing Communications NACOGDOCHES, Texas -- While classrooms are empty, the students play in the summer sun and teachers take their well-deserved break, Stephen F. Austin State University offered educators the opportunity to reinvigorate their teaching strategies by sharing expertise at the second annual L more PR

PLANO, Texas, July 14 [Category: BizTransportation] -- Toyota Motor Sales USA posted the following news: * * * News Gets Social: Toyota USA News is Now Live on Instagram and Threads * PLANO, Texas (July 14, 2025) - Toyota USA News, the latest way to stay up to date on all breaking Toyota news, officially launched on Instagram and Threads today. Followers can easily track the latest press announcements from Toyota on the new channels, making it easy to share, like, and engage with every post. more PR

IRVING, Texas, July 17 [Category: BizMedia] -- Nexstar Media Group, a television broadcasting company, issued the following news release: * * * Nexstar Media Promotes Dan Lanzano to President, National Advertising Sales * IRVING, TX (July 17, 2025)-- Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST), today announced the promotion of Dan Lanzano to President of National Advertising Sales, effective immediately. In this newly created position, Mr. Lanzano will be responsible for leading all aspects of  more PR

IRVING, Texas, July 16 -- Omni Hotels and Resorts issued the following news release: * * * Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa Announces the Return of the National Gingerbread House Competition * ASHEVILLE, N.C. (July 15, 2025) -- Holiday magic is coming back to the Blue Ridge Mountains. The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa's highly anticipated 2025 National Gingerbread House Competition, the largest and grandest gingerbread house display in the nation, will take place on November 17. This year's competition more PR

DALLAS, Texas, July 17 -- Oncor Electric Delivery issued the following news release: * * * Oncor Donating $100,000 to Texas Hill Country Flood Relief Efforts * Oncor is donating $100,000 to the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country to support Texans and communities impacted by the catastrophic flooding that devastated Central Texas over the Fourth of July weekend. Contributions made to the foundation will be distributed to vetted local organizations providing rescue, relief, recover more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, July 15 -- CrowdStrike Inc., a cybersecurity platform for protecting areas of enterprise risk - endpoints and cloud workloads, identity and data, issued the following news: * * * Resilience, CrowdStrike and AWS Work Together to Reduce Cyber Risk for Enterprises Collaboration helps security and risk leaders communicate effectiveness of security investments and may help improve cyber insurance coverage terms * San Francisco, CA - July 14, 2025 - Resilience, the leading cyber ri more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 16 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice scientists discover way to engineer stronger soft devices through smarter silicone bonding * In a step forward for soft robotics and biomedical devices, Rice University engineers have uncovered a powerful new way to boost the strength and durability of silicone-based soft devices without changing the materials themselves. Their study, published in a special issue of Science Advances focused on printed an more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 16 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice's Shepherd School of Music announces 2025-26 season * (Photo by Brandon Martin) The Shepherd School of Music at Rice University continues its multiyear 50th anniversary celebration in the upcoming 2025-26 season. With orchestral, chamber, opera and recital programs, the milestone season showcases the excellence of Shepherd's students and faculty alongside appearances by distinguished guest artists. " more PR

DALLAS, Texas, July 18 -- 7-Eleven, a convenience store chain, issued the following news release: * * * Speedway Stores' New 'Fill Up' Campaign Reminds Customers that Refueling Isn't Just for Cars New multi-channel campaign spotlights Speedway as the ultimate roadside reset for on-the-go consumers * IRVING, Texas (July 17, 2025) - 7-Eleven, Inc. is rolling out a new advertising campaign in support of Speedway stores. The Speedway 'Fill Up' campaign reminds customers that great pit stops don more PR

SHREVEPORT, Louisiana, July 14 -- Southwestern Electric Power, an American Electric Power company, issued the following news release: * * * SWEPCO Enhances Lake Welsh Access with Major Boat Ramp Improvements * PITTSBURG, Texas - Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) is investing in significant upgrades to the public boat ramp located near its power plant at Lake Welsh, reinforcing its commitment to community enrichment and environmental stewardship. Beginning July 21, weather permitt more PR

FORT WORTH, Texas, July 16 -- Tarrant County College issued the following news release: * * * TCC Powers $2.3 Billion Boost to North Texas Economy FORT WORTH, Texas -- Tarrant County College is fueling economic growth in one of the nation's fastest growing regions, generating $2.3 billion in added income for Tarrant County while equipping students to meet rising workforce demands. A recent independent study by the nationally recognized labor market analysis firm Lightcast confirms the Colleg more PR

FORT WORTH, Texas, July 12 -- Texas Christian University issued the following news: * * * TCU Expert Weighs in on the 'Perfect Storm' Behind Texas Floods Michael C. Slattery, director of the Institute for Environmental Studies and director of research at the Ralph Lowe Energy Institute at Texas Christian University, penned an op-ed in The Dallas Morning News analyzing the devastating Kerr County floods over the Fourth of July weekend. He worked to help answer the profound question, "How could more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, July 18 -- Texas A&M University, a component of the public university system in Texas, issued the following news from its agriculture program: * * * Texas A&M AgriLife leaders offer New World screwworm experience Veterans of 2016 Florida outbreak reflect on lessons learned, share insight to protect Texas livestock and wildlife By Sarah Fuller As the threat of New World screwworm draws concern in Texas, two Texas A&M AgriLife experts are applying firsthand experience from a pr more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, July 18 (TNSjou) -- Texas A&M University, a component of the public university system in Texas, issued the following news from its agriculture program: * * * Research reveals nanoflowers' potential for supporting brain health Novel nanomaterials may protect against neurological diseases through antioxidant abilities By Ashley Vargo At Texas A&M AgriLife Research, a new branch of brain science is blooming at the molecular scale -- with nanoflowers. A study published in The Jo more PR

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, July 16 -- Texas A&M University issued the following news: * * * Texas A&M Launches Clinical Trial To Measure Health Benefits Of 'Agrihood' Living Researchers will track how living in an agrihood -- a neighborhood centered around a working farm -- changes residents' diet, physical activity and social connectedness. By Caitlin Clark Could moving into a neighborhood built around a working farm be the prescription for better health? A new Texas A&M University study is p more PR

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, July 16 (TNSjou) -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * An Alternative Adhesive for Wearable Medical Devices The first of its kind, a new adhesive for wearable medical devices could offer relief for allergy-prone skin. By Michelle Revels Wearable healthcare devices, such as glucose monitors and heart monitors, are popular due to their ability to gather real-time data that supports users' health and safety. However, desp more PR

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, July 17 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * A Brain-Inspired Approach for Resilient AI Processing Texas A&M researchers received a grant from the U.S. Army Research Laboratory to address the limitations of applying artificial intelligence tools in military scenarios. By Katie Satterlee Researchers in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Texas A&M University have received a two-year, $1.2 million gran more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, July 16 -- Texas A&M University, a component of the public university system in Texas, issued the following news from its agriculture program: * * * Emerald ash borer reaches southernmost U.S. point Texas A&M Forest Service reports five new Texas counties with confirmed sightings By Jonathan Stuckey The presence of the invasive emerald ash borer, EAB, has been confirmed in Jack, Navarro, Somervell, Bell and Rockwall counties. Bell County's confirmation makes it the southernmo more PR

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, July 18 -- Texas A&M University issued the following news: * * * The Future Of Construction On Earth Is Extraterrestrial Construction scientists and engineers are learning lessons in space that can be applied for better construction here on the home planet. By Lesley Henton NASA Artemis missions are working toward a near future where humans are an interplanetary species -- lunar bases are planned by 2030 and a round trip to Mars in 2039. These planet-hopping people  more PR

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, July 16 -- Texas A&M University issued the following news: * * * The Keys To Healthy Aging Start At Any Age America is rapidly aging as the second largest generation, Baby Boomers, will be at least 65 by 2029. Texas A&M University researchers are developing new ways to help older people tackle challenges that come with aging. By Emma Lawson More than 10,000 adults each day are celebrating their birthdays with 65 candles on the cake. Although that may be a cause for a more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, July 16 -- Texas A&M University, a component of the public university system in Texas, issued the following news from its agriculture program: * * * Wet year prompts weed challenges in crops By Kay Ledbetter Uncharacteristically wet weather this year has left many producers across the state with a growing weed problem, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert. Scott Nolte, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension state weed specialist and associate professor in the Texas A more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 16 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Texas legislative special session to address flood relief, redistricting, THC products * Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has called a special legislative session beginning July 21 to address several pressing issues, including flood relief, redistricting and the regulation of THC products. Lawmakers will also revisit unfinished business from the regular session such as proposals to eliminate the State of Texas Assessme more PR

SEGUIN, Texas, July 15 -- Texas Lutheran University issued the following news: * * * JAMP: Making the Dream of Medical School a Reality Many students dream of becoming doctors. But sometimes there's a gap between the dream and the reality, and for some, the gap is just too wide to get across. The chasm may have nothing to do with being smart enough or dedicated enough to pursue a career as a doctor. It may just be about the cost of getting qualified and going to medical school. That's wher more PR

PLANO, Texas, July 15 [Category: BizTransportation] -- Toyota Motor Sales USA posted the following news: * * * Toyota Charts Course for the 2025 Rebelle Rally * * Co-founder of XOVERLAND and CEO of The Overland Collective, Rachelle Croft to enter rally in Toyota vehicle with co-driver Taylor Pawley * Toyota continues to send 12 team members to compete in rally * Presenting sponsor of the event's Live Webcast for fourth consecutive year THREE FORKS, Mont. (July 15, 2025) - This past  more PR

ALBANY, New York, July 15 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news: * * * UAlbany Experts Share Insight on Disaster Preparedness After Texas Floods By Mike Nolan ALBANY, N.Y. (July 14, 2025) -- Over the July 4 weekend, Central Texas was struck by catastrophic flash flooding that has now claimed the lives of at least 132 people. The flooding was triggered by an extreme rainfall event, where 10 to 15 inches of rain fell in under two hours. Among the hardest hit areas was Kerr Co more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 16 -- The University of Houston issued the following news: * * * UH Physics Professor Reimagines Seismic Exploration Innov8 Hub winner adds new depth to finding oil, gas deposits By Jonathan Adams Upstream energy companies could soon see a big upgrade in the technology used to identify oil and gas deposits thanks to University of Houston Professor Mark Meier. The physics professor at the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics recently won first place in UH Technol more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 15 (TNSjou) -- The University of Houston issued the following news: * * * UH Researchers Help Solve Uranus Heat Mystery Discovery is Unlocking Planetary Mysteries to Advance Space Exploration and Earth Science Key Takeaways * A new study reveals Uranus emits more heat than it receives from the Sun, indicating it retains internal heat from its formation. * This discovery resolves a long-standing scientific debate and could significantly aid NASA's planned mission to Ura more PR

BOULDER, Colorado, July 16 -- The University of Colorado Boulder campus issued the following news: * * * Why flood prediction in the US falls short and how researchers are working to fix it By Yvaine Ye Dangerous floods struck communities across the United States this July. Heavy rains in New York region killed at least two people after swamping roads and rails this week. In New Mexico, a flash flood hit a mountain town, killing three people. Torrential rain from a tropical storm destroyed more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 19 -- The University of Houston issued the following news: * * * University of Houston Advances to Semifinals in National Science Foundation Competition UH is One of 29 Institutions Vying for $15M Grant By Jonathan Adams The University of Houston is one step closer to winning a $15 million grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation. UH was recently named one of 29 institutions to advance to the semifinal round of the NSF Regional Innovation Engines competition, a  more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 16 -- The University of Houston issued the following news: * * * University of Houston Engineer Leads Team Advancing Early Detection of Ovarian Cancer Finding Early Biomarkers with Large Scale Screening By Laurie Fickman With a $1.2M grant from the Department of Defense, Tianfu Wu, associate professor of biomedical engineering, will lead a team of researchers, partnering with those from MD Anderson Cancer Center, in finding early markers for ovarian cancer. Ovarian can more PR

FORT WORTH, Texas, July 17 -- The University of North Texas Health Science Center issued the following news: * * * The University of North Texas Health Science Center updates brand name and logo to UNT Health Fort Worth By Nicole Luna The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth will now use UNT Health Fort Worth for its brand name and logo, a change that reflects the strength of the UNT System and the institution's mission to create solutions for a healthier community. more PR

GALVESTON, Texas, July 15 -- The University of Texas Medical Branch issued the following news release: * * * The University of Texas Medical Branch Launches Blue Zones IgniteTM to Improve Well-Being in Galveston Blue Zones to conduct a citywide assessment and propose a plan to help all residents live healthier * The University of Texas Medical Branch and Blue Zones, the global leader in longevity research and community well-being transformation, have announced an initiative to launch Blue Z more PR

ARLINGTON, Texas, July 16 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * 3D-printed heart patch could transform cardiac care UTA professor leads effort to regenerate damaged heart muscle using advanced bioengineering * With support from the National Institutes of Health, a University of Texas at Arlington bioengineering professor is developing a 3D-printed heart patch that could one day regenerate damaged cardiac muscle--potentially saving lives and imp more PR

ARLINGTON, Texas, July 16 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * Texas tests its first plastic-infused road UTA-led project tackles plastic pollution crisis while building tougher, longer-lasting roads * If you're driving through Rockwall, you'd never guess the road beneath your tires is made with plastic--literally. In a first for Texas, Sahadat Hossain, director of the Solid Waste Institute for Sustainability and a professor of civil engineer more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, July 15 (TNSjou) -- The University of Texas issued the following news release: * * * Daily Exercise May Be Key to Better Sleep, New Study Finds AUSTIN, Texas -- New research from The University of Texas at Austin suggests that exercising more frequently -- ideally every day -- could improve sleep quality, particularly the kind of deep, restorative sleep that supports better mood and mental health. The study, published in the Journal of Physical Activity & Health, analyzed data more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, July 16 -- The University of Texas issued the following news release: * * * Stay Hydrated: New Sensor Knows When You Need a Drink AUSTIN, Texas -- With another hot Texas summer underway, the threat of dehydration always looms. Though this condition can range from inconvenient to life-threatening, it's tough to track. Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin are working to change that with the invention of a new noninvasive, wearable sensor designed to measure a user's  more PR

FORT WORTH, Texas, July 18 -- The University of North Texas Health Science Center issued the following news: * * * College of Health Professions faculty bring science to life at Fort Worth elementary school By Eric Griffey With colorful markers, yarn and plenty of glue, students at Alice E. Carlson Elementary School explored the wonders of the human body--one organ system at a time--thanks to a creative collaboration between UNT Health Fort Worth and the school's enrichment program. As part more PR

FORT WORTH, Texas, July 18 -- The University of North Texas Health Science Center issued the following news: * * * UNT Health Fort Worth welcomes inaugural hybrid physical therapy cohort By Eric Griffey UNT Health Fort Worth welcomed its inaugural cohort of students to a groundbreaking hybrid Doctor of Physical Therapy program last week, marking a pivotal moment for the university and for physical therapy education in Texas. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, held in the Interdisciplinary Resear more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, July 17 -- UScellular issued the following news release: * * * UScellular Turns on New Cell Sites in Six Missouri Counties * Jefferson City, Mo. (July 15, 2025) - UScellular recently installed six new cell sites that provide additional bandwidth and capacity serving customers in Clark, Howell, Knox, Monroe, Oregon and Texas Counties. They will enhance cellular coverage across nearly 1,200 square miles, providing essential connectivity for residents and public safety offici more PR

ARLINGTON, Texas, July 18 (TNSjou) -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * UTA discovery could power next-gen devices Iron oxide breakthrough may reduce reliance on rare-earth metals in consumer, energy and medical tech * Researchers at The University of Texas at Arlington have discovered a surprising new type of magnetic property that could lead to stronger magnets made from tiny particles of common iron oxide. This breakthrough could enhance th more PR

ARLINGTON, Texas, July 15 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * UTA earns STARS Gold for sustainability efforts AASHE award recognizes commitment to research, engagement, well-being, innovation and leadership * The University of Texas at Arlington has earned a STARS gold rating from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) for its achievements in campus sustainability. STARS--the Sustainability Tracking more PR

ARLINGTON, Texas, July 18 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * UTA engineer earns NSF CAREER award for power research Yichen Zhang will study how to stabilize the grid as renewable energy sources expand * Yichen Zhang, an assistant professor of electrical engineering at The University of Texas at Arlington, has received a Faculty Early Career Development Program award from the National Science Foundation to advance his research and education i more PR

ARLINGTON, Texas, July 16 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * UTA fights digital abuse in domestic violence cases Researchers partner with SafeHaven to provide GPS scanners that help detect hidden trackers used by abusers * An interdisciplinary research team at The University of Texas at Arlington is working to combat technology-facilitated abuse, a form of digital harassment that is common among survivors of domestic violence. The Mavericks more PR

ARLINGTON, Texas, July 18 (TNSjou) -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * UTA Libraries opens access to Texas history journal The Alliance for Texas History's inaugural journal is now available through UTA Libraries' MavMatrix * UTA Libraries has partnered with the Alliance for Texas History--a new historical association committed to expanding public access to historical research--to help launch the Alliance's inaugural publication, Journal of T more PR

GALVESTON, Texas, July 15 -- The University of Texas Medical Branch issued the following news release: * * * UTMB urology team celebrates firsts in single-port robotics surgery The University of Texas Medical Branch urology team is celebrating the launch and ongoing expansion of single-port robotic surgery. Single-port robotic surgery is a minimally invasive technique performed through a single incision, typically at the navel, using advanced robotic systems. Patients experience reduced scar more PR

DALLAS, Texas, July 15 (TNSjou) -- The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center issued the following news release: * * * UTSW Research: Treating shoulder pain, aortic valve procedures, and more Studies look at nerve stimulation, TAVR vs. SAVR, and how doctors prescribe drugs for heart risk Minimally invasive therapy effectively treats chronic shoulder pain * Millions of Americans have chronic shoulder pain, which can have a significant impact on quality of life. Although some get re more PR

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, July 19 -- Xcel Energy issued the following news release: * * * Xcel Energy announces portfolio of new power projects to meet growing demand in Texas and New Mexico Resource portfolio supports electric reliability, grid resilience and economic growth * AMARILLO, Texas (July 18, 2025) -- Xcel Energy has announced new generation resource additions as part of an overall portfolio to meet the rapidly rising energy needs of its Texas and New Mexico service area. The portf more PR