HOUSTON, Texas, Dec. 18 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * 15 Rice undergraduate teams present data science solutions for real-world problems at D2K Fall Showcase * By Raji Natarajan Special to Rice News The Data-to-Knowledge (D2K) lab at Rice University 's George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing is a hub for data science solutions that conducts a semester-long program for undergraduates and master's students to partner with governmental agencies, in more PR

FORT WORTH, Texas, Dec. 18 [Category: BizAerospace] -- American Airlines posted the following news: * * * A suite first flight: American's new Airbus A321XLR debuts on transcontinental route * * Departing at 11 a.m. ET, American's new Airbus A321XLR flew its first flight from New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). * American is the first U.S.-based airline to operate the A321XLR, which offers customers Flagship Suite (r), Premium E more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Dec. 18 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release: * * * ACC/AHA issue new guideline on managing congenital heart disease in adults * WASHINGTON and DALLAS, Dec. 18, 2025 The American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association, along with several other leading medical associations, have issued a new guideline for managing congenital heart disease in adults. The guideline was jointly published today in JACC,  more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- Rep. Lizzie Fletcher, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * After Trump Administration Cancels Citizenship Ceremonies and Halts Legal Immigration Pathways, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher and Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal Lead Effort Demanding Answers and Accountability * Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) and Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement, led 117 of the more PR

FORT WORTH, Texas, Dec. 18 [Category: BizAerospace] -- American Airlines posted the following news: * * * American Airlines sets the stage for summer with 15 new routes * American will add 15 new routes in 2026, connecting more of the United States with the airline's global network. * Already serving more airports in the U.S. than any other airline, American will strengthen domestic connectivity with the launch of flights to Lincoln, Nebraska (LNK). * American is committed to delivering com more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Arrington on House Republicans Passing Reforms to Lower Health Care Premiums and Restore Accountability * Washington, D.C. - Today, House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) released the following statement after Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act a targeted package of reforms designed to lower premium costs for all Ameri more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release: * * * Ascension Seton Foundation Receives Donation from H-E-B to Accelerate Women's Health in Central Texas * Ascension Seton Foundation announces a significant gift by H-E-B, which has made a $1 million donation to the Foundation addressing women's health and postpartum food insecurity. "We deeply appreciate H-E-B's commitment and substantial donation. This s more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: * * * CBP officers at Laredo Port of Entry arrest woman wanted in San Antonio area for multiple sex-related offenses * LAREDO, Texas \- U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations, Laredo Port of Entry officers apprehended a woman wanted in Bexar County on warrants for multiple sex-related offenses. "Our frontline CBP officers continue to maint more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: * * * CBP officers at South Texas Ports of Entry in FY 2025 amassed a 62 percent increase in hard narcotics seized over FY 2024 * LAREDO, Texas U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at eight South Texas ports of entry seized a significant quantity of narcotics, unreported currency, and weapons during Fiscal Year 2025, distinguishing themselves with a 62 perce more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: * * * CBP seizes more than $10.3 million in 'cereal ingredients' not made for breakfast * WASHINGTON U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Field Operations officers in Pharr, Texas intercepted more than $10.3 million in alleged methamphetamine concealed in a tractor trailer filled with cereal ingredients. "Our frontline CBP officers shut down a significant more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 19 -- Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, chairman of the House Budget Committee, issued the following news release on Dec. 18, 2025: * * * Chairman Arrington: Inflation Report a Message of Christmas Cheer Today, House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (R-Texas) released the following statement reacting to the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Consumer Price Index report showing core inflation dropped to 2.6 percent in November: "Today's economic report is a message of Christmas cheer fo more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Dec. 19 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas posted the following news release on Dec. 18, 2025: * * * Co-Founder of Paycheck Protection Program Lender Service Provider Sentenced for $65M COVID-19 Relief Fraud Scheme A co-founder of a lender service provider was sentenced to 10 years in prison for participating in a scheme to fraudulently obtain over $65 million in Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans guaranteed by the U.S. Small Business Adm more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- Rep. Pete Sessions, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Sessions Co-Leads Letter to President Trump Strongly Urging Him to Reject Marijuana Rescheduling * House Conservatives Strongly Urge President Trump to Reject Marijuana Rescheduling Washington, DC- A coalition of House Republicans, Co-Led by Congressman Pete Sessions, Chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on Government Operations, and Congressman Andy Harris more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- Rep. Wesley Hunt, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Wesley Hunt Introduces the American Dream Protection Act of 2025 * Contact: Matthew Topolski, Communications Director Email: matthew.topolski@mail.house.gov Washington, D.C. Today, Congressman Wesley Hunt introduced the American Dream Protection Act of 2025. For years, several states and higher education institutions have offered in-state tuition or postsecondary education benefits to more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- Rep. Keith Self, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congressmen Keith Self and Chip Roy Launch Sharia Free America Caucus * U.S. Representatives Keith Self (TX-03) and Chip Roy (TX-21) officially launched the Sharia Free America Caucus in the House of Representatives, an effort to counter the alarming rise of Sharia in the United States. Sharia is a dominating force that is not compatible with the U.S. Constitution. The formation of the Caucus has earned more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- Rep. Sylvia Garcia, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia Reintroduces Don't Block Our Communities Act to Hold Railroads Accountable and Protect Public Safety * December 18, 2025 MEDIA CONTACT: Joseph Guzman 202-355-8084 joseph.guzman@mail.house.gov (link sends email) WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia (D-TX-29) reintroduced the Don't Block Our Communities (D-BLOC) Act (link is external), legislati more PR

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas, Dec. 19 -- Del Mar College issued the following news: * * * Del Mar College Foundation announces two new scholarships honoring retiring Executive Vice President and COO Lenora Keas during recent Board of Regents meeting Gifted scholarships will keep DMC administrator's legacy moving forward as resources for students pursuing their dreams locally and in Rockport area; Board also presented Keas' favorite pelican painting that used to hang in Rockport's City Hall By Melin more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: * * * Del Rio Sector presents new 'Se Busca' initiative targets * DEL RIO, Texas - U.S. Customs and Border Protection U.S. Border Patrol, and their Mexican law enforcement partners in the state of Coahuila announced new criminal targets for their "Se Busca Informacion" initiative during a press briefing at Amistad Dam, Dec. 16. " Se Busca Informacion, " which mea more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: * * * DHS, CBP continue to strengthen border security with five new Smart Wall contracts in Texas and Arizona * WASHINGTON - The Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Customs and Border Protection announce the award of five new contracts totaling $3.3 billion for the construction of Smart Wall along the U.S. - Mexico border in Texas and Arizona. With these lates more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 12 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * IN THE STATES: Democrats Running on Affordability Notch Crucial Wins in FL and GA, While GOP Rejects Lowering Health Care Costs Yesterday, Senate Republicans overwhelmingly voted against extending enhanced ACA premium tax credits that millions of families rely on to afford their health care. Now, health care costs are set to double for more than 20 million Americans starting on January 1. Ahead o more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 (TNSFR) -- CAB Enterprises Inc., Houston, Texas, Sueros y Bebidas Rehidratantes S.A. de C.V., Guadalajara, Mexico, Brazos River Ventures LLC and Electrolit Manufacturing USA Inc., both of Albany, New York, filed a complaint seeking a federal import ban through a filing with the International Trade Commission involving electrolyte beverages and packaging. The filing parties allege that several foreign companies are violating section 337 of the Tariff Act by importing products more PR

BRISTOL, Connecticut, Dec. 18 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN blankets the College Football Playoff with live studio programming across First Round campus sites and Bristol HQ * * ESPN boasts live, on-site studio programming from Oklahoma, Ole Miss and Texas A&M * Multiple studio sets and networks anchoring in both College Station and Norman * Pat McAfee's Kicking Contest live from inside Kyle Field * College GameD more PR

COMMERCE, Texas, Dec. 19 -- East Texas A&M University (formerly the Texas A&M University Commerce campus) issued the following news release: * * * ETAMU Welcomes New Alumni at Fall 2025 Commencement Graduates were honored for their completion of years of study across five ceremonies * More than 1,300 graduates joined the ranks of East Texas A&M University alumni following commencement ceremonies on Dec. 12 and 13. In total, 1,344 Lion students graduated following the fall 2025 semester, wi more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Dec. 18 [Category: Business] -- Southwest Research Institute posted the following news release: * * * Europa Clipper instrument uniquely observed interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS * December 18, 2025 The Southwest Research Institute-led Ultraviolet Spectrograph (UVS) aboard NASA's Europa Clipper spacecraft has made valuable observations of the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, which in July became the third officially recognized interstellar object to cross into our solar system. UV more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Dec. 19 -- The Army and Air Force Exchange Service issued the following news release: * * * Exchange Celebrates Space Force Birthday with $15,000 in Prizes The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is celebrating the Space Force's birthday with a sweepstakes offering more than $15,000 in prizes, available to authorized military shoppers who enter at ShopMyExchange.com/sweepstakes from Dec. 19 through Jan. 19. The Space Force Birthday sweepstakes gives shoppers a chance to celebrat more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Dec. 18 [Category: Education] -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities posted the following news release: * * * HACU announces sixty-eight Deloitte Foundation HACU Scholars * The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, with support from the Deloitte Foundation, has announced that 68 undergraduate students from HACU-member institutions will receive a scholarship of $2,500 per student per semester, renewable for up to 4 semesters, assuming eligibi more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 19 -- Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, chairman of the House Budget Committee, issued the following news release: * * * House Republicans Pass Reforms to Lower Health Care Premiums and Restore Accountability House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington (R-Texas) released the following statement after Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act--a targeted package of reforms designed to lower premium costs for a more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- Rep. Troy Nehls, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * House T&I Committee Passes Nehls' Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act * WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Chairman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) of the House Subcommittee on Aviation announced his bill, H.R. 3410, the Supersonic Aviation Modernization (SAM) Act, passed the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee: "For decades, American aviation innovation has been hindered due to outdated and arbitrary re more PR

SPRING, Texas, Dec. 19 -- Hewlett Packard Enterprise, an information technology company, issued the following news release: * * * HPE and Chunghwa Telecom collaborate to build a disaster recovery center Chunghwa Telecom adopts HPE Zerto Software's innovative technology to deliver a new disaster recovery center, helping Taiwanese enterprises enhance network resilience and data protection capabilities In this article * HPE and Chunghwa Telecom Enterprise Business Group jointly announce plans  more PR

LOVELAND, Colorado, Dec. 18 [Category: BizConsulting] -- HVS, a consulting, valuation and research firm, posted the following news release: * * * HVS Brokerage & Advisory Closes Sale of Staybridge Suites Houston I-10 West - Beltway 8 * HOUSTON, TX, December 18, 2025: HVS Brokerage & Advisory announces the sale of the 82-key Staybridge Suites Houston I-10 West - Beltway 8, located at 3251 West Sam Houston Parkway North Houston, Texas 77043. The property, built in 2014, was purchased by Pris more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 12 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * ICYMI: DNC Launches Digital Ad Campaign in Hometown Newspapers of Vulnerable GOP Senators Ahead of Health Care Vote Yesterday, Senate Republicans voted to make health care even more expensive for more than 20 million Americans by letting enhanced ACA premium tax credits expire. Before the vote, the DNC launched a new ad campaign targeting vulnerable Senate Republicans in Ohio, Alaska, Texas, and  more PR

WACO, Texas, Dec. 18 [Category: Sports] -- The American Football Coaches Association posted the following news: * * * Inside the Headset Presented by CoachCommClint Killough, Head Coach - UIW * On this episode of Inside the Headset - Presented by CoachComm, we're joined by Clint Killough, Head Coach at the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW). This conversation was recorded prior to the start of the season. Coach Killough shares how football has shaped his life, influenced his relationsh more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Dec. 18 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas posted the following news release: * * * International ocean bottom seismic operations company pays over $4 million to settle False Claims Act allegations * HOUSTON - A Houston-based company that provides ocean bottom node seismic acquisition services to energy companies has paid to resolve allegations of fraudulently securing Paycheck Protection Program loans, announced U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ga more PR

ADDISON, Texas, Dec. 19 -- Job Creators Network issued the following statement on Dec. 18, 2025: * * * Inflation Decline is The Result of Republican Affordability Policies Alfredo Ortiz, CEO of Job Creators Network, released the following statement in response to the November consumer price index, which rose by 2.7%, and Core CPI, which rose by 2.6%: "Falling inflation is the result of Republican affordability policies such as tax cuts, deregulation, and energy dominance. President Trump's d more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Dec. 18 [Category: BizConsulting] -- KBR, a provider of differentiated, professional services and technologies, issued the following news release: * * * KBR Awarded Seat on $10 Billion Ceiling Readiness and Sustainment Support Contract with U.S. Naval Supply Systems Command * HOUSTON, December 18, 2025 - KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today it has been awarded a seat on a multiple award, indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract by the U.S. Naval Supply Systems Comma more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Dec. 18 [Category: BizConsulting] -- KBR, a provider of differentiated, professional services and technologies, issued the following news release: * * * KBR Awarded Suburban Rail Loop East Project as Part of Linewide Alliance * SRL is a city-shaping infrastructure project that will transform how people live and move around Melbourne. The 90km orbital rail line will connect every major train line, link key precincts, and support vibrant communities. SRL East, the first stage,  more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Dec. 19 -- Trammell Crow Co., a developer and investor in commercial real estate, posted the following news release: * * * Knox Street Announces Highly Anticipated Collection of Retail Brands, Including Several Making Texas Debuts, With More To Come The mixed-use development project at Knox Street in Dallas is setting the pace for contemporary retail, hospitality and residential living in Texas with the announcement of revered lifestyle brands including DOEN, STAUD, TOTEME and  more PR

BEAUMONT, Texas, Dec. 19 -- Lamar University issued the following news: * * * College of Engineering celebrates first computer engineering graduate, sets sights on program growth By April Thompson The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Lamar University marked a historic milestone with the graduation of its first Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering student, signaling both the launch of a new academic offering and the department's plans for long-term growth and indust more PR

IRVING, Texas, Dec. 18 [Category: BizMedia] -- Nexstar Media Group, a television broadcasting company, issued the following news release: * * * Nexstar Brand Studio Launches -- Unlocking New Advertiser Opportunities Across The CW, NewsNation, and Nexstar's Local Television Stations Ahead of America's 250th Birthday * "MY AMERICAN STORY" Anchors Inaugural Campaign Delivering Cross-Platform Branded Storytelling, Custom Integrations, and Signature Live Events Approaching July 4, 2026 IRVING,  more PR

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Dec. 18 -- Oklahoma State University posted the following news: * * * OSU graduate named finalist for prestigious Gates Cambridge Scholarship * Media Contact: Jeff Hopper | Communications and Media Relations Manager | 405-744-5827 | jeff.hopper@okstate.edu Growing up in Frisco, Texas, Bennett Upton never imagined his educational journey would take him halfway around the world. The recent biochemistry and molecular biology graduate has been named a finalist for the w more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Dec. 18 [Category: BizConsulting] -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release: * * * PT Infomedia Nusantara Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2025 Indonesian Customer Experience Management Services Company of the Year Recognition for Excellence in Digital Transformation and AI-Driven Customer Engagement * SAN ANTONIO, TX. - December 19, 2025 - Frost & Sullivan is more PR

ARLINGTON, Texas, Dec. 18 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * Rare rattlesnake discovery lands at UTA * The University of Texas at Arlington's Amphibian and Reptile Diversity Research Center, known as ARDRC, recently added Denton County's first documented Western Diamondback rattlesnake to its extensive herpetology research collection. "For decades, even hundreds of years, there have been scientists and herpetologists in Texas collecting spe more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Dec. 18 -- The U.S. Army Medicine posted the following news: * * * Reaching the Community Through Medical Assistance * KOROR, Palau The Civic Action Teams (CAT) were requested in 1969 by the government of the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands for a CAT to provide assistance in Palau. "The whole purpose of the Civic Action Team and why the program exists all has to do with the treaty that the United States has with the Republic of Palau," said Capt. Jon Furlong, the more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Dec. 18 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * Recreational Boating Industry Perspective Shared at State Lawmaker Summit * The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) recently participated in the 2025 American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) States & Policy Summit in Fort Worth, Texas, joining state lawmakers, policy experts, and industry leaders for discussions on economic growth, competi more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- Rep. Ronny Jackson, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Jackson Celebrates FY26 NDAA Being Signed Into Law * WASHINGTON Today, Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) celebrated the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (FY26 NDAA) being signed into law by President Donald J. Trump. Jackson led provisions to improve our nation's Special Operations Forces' acquisition process, speed up delivery of the MV-75 Future Long Range Assault Aircraft,  more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Pfluger Takes Action to Lower Health Care Costs for ALL Americans * WASHINGTON, DC Today, Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) delivered remarks on the House floor in support of legislation to lower health care costs for hardworking Texans and families across the country. During his remarks, Rep. Pfluger highlighted a firsthand account from a constituent about issues they have experienced with th more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Tony Gonzales Hosts Town Hall with Texas Agriculture Leaders and Experts * WASHINGTON, D.C. Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) hosted a telephone town hall with Texas agriculture leaders and experts. Along with a legislative update from Congressman Gonzales, Stephen Diebel (Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association), Justin Dreibelbis (Texas Wildlife Association), Warren Cude (Texas Far more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Tony Gonzales, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Border Infrastructure, Security, and Trade at Land Ports of Entry * WASHINGTON, D.C. Congressman Tony Gonzales (R-Texas), alongside U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-Texas), Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.), and Congresswoman Julie Johnson (D-Texas), introduced bipartisan legislation to modernize infrastructure at U.S. land ports of entry (LPOE more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- Rep. Beth Van Duyne, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Van Duyne Reintroduces the Ensuring Children Receive Support Act * Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representatives Van Duyne (R-TX-24) and Panetta (D-CA-19) introduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen enforcement of the Passport Denial Program. The Ensuring Children Receive Support Act requires the Secretary of State to revoke any U.S. passport issued to an individual exceeding $2,500 in out more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- Rep. Sylvia Garcia, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. Garcia, Adams Lead Letter Raising Concerns Over Governor Abbott's Rushed Texas Southern University Investigation * WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia (D-TX-29), and founder and co-chair of the Bipartisan Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Caucus Congresswoman Alma Adams (D-NC-12), led a letter to Texas Governor Greg Abbott expressing deep concern over his decis more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. Roy, Self Launch Sharia Free America Caucus * December 18, 2025 Press Release Washington, D.C. Representatives Chip Roy (TX-21) and Keith Self (TX-03) officially launched the Sharia-Free America Caucus in the House of Representatives, an effort to counter the alarming rise of Sharia Law in the United States. Sharia is a dominating force that is not compatible with the U.S. Constitution. The form more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Dec. 18 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice and MD Anderson build patient-specific models to guide complex pelvic cancer surgeries * When surgeons remove an aggressive bone tumor from the pelvis, saving a patient's life can mean sacrificing a large portion of the spine and hip. Putting that fragile structure back together in a way that will let the patient sit, stand and walk safely is one of the most difficult challenges in orthopedic oncology an more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Cruz Secures Critical Provisions for Texas in FY26 NDAA * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Chairman of the Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee and a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement after the Senate passed the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The bill advanced key national security priorities for Te more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 17 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Cruz: Senate Passage of ROTOR Act a Key Step for Aviation Safety * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Chairman of the Senate Commerce Committee, praised the passage of the bipartisan ROTOR Act as a step forward for aviation safety and a measure that honors the victims of the January 29 th fatal crash near DCA. Almost a year after the accident, the ROTOR Act - which the Senate passed by  more PR

PLANO, Texas, Dec. 19 -- Siemens Digital Industries Software, a subsidiary of Siemens, issued the following news release: * * * Siemens' new PAVE360 Automotive drives next-generation vehicle development with real-world validation PAVE360 Automotive is a new category of digital twin software designed to address the escalating complexity of automotive hardware and software integration * New off-the-shelf, cloud-based, digital twin offering, PAVE360 Automotive, empowers automakers and suppliers more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, issued the following news: * * * Swingin' Around the Texas Christmas Tree * When it's Christmas time in Texas, as George Strait once sang, we'll be swingin' around the Christmas tree. In his hit holiday single, When It's Christmas Time in Texas, Strait delves into what this festive time of year looks like for Texans. We may not always get snow, and it may feel more like a summer day for some, but it is still Christmas, nonetheless. One tradit more PR

STEPHENVILLE, Texas, Dec. 19 -- Tarleton State University issued the following news: * * * Tarleton State Awarded FirstGen Forward Transformation Grant Tarleton State University has received a $5,000 FirstGen Forward Transformation Grant in support of its initiatives serving first-generation college students. The university is one of four FirstGen Forward Network Champion institutions selected to receive the inaugural Transformation Grant. Supported by the Gates Foundation, this award will e more PR

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Dec. 18 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Texas A&M researchers are reshaping care for traumatic injuries * Finding better ways to treat traumatic injuries and blood loss is crucial for saving lives, but it's also incredibly difficult to research, as few people arriving at the emergency room after an accident would want to discuss participating in clinical research. But Texas A&M University biomedical researchers are more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Dec. 18 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release: * * * Top heart and brain research for 2025 found new ways to treat old problems * DALLAS, December, 18, 2025 The top heart and brain research of 2025 is filled with new ways to treat old problems including high blood pressure, stroke and heart failure. Each year since 1996, the American Heart Association, a global force changing the future of health for all, has compiled a rev more PR

PLANO, Texas, Dec. 18 [Category: BizTransportation] -- Toyota Motor Sales USA posted the following news: * * * Toyota Aims to Begin Selling U.S. Vehicles in Japan from 2026 * TOYOTA CITY, Japan (Dec. 19, 2025) Toyota Motor Corporation aims to begin introducing three models produced in the United Statesthe Camry sedan, Highlander SUV, and Tundra pickup truckto the Japanese market from 2026. By selling these three popular American models in Japan, Toyota will be able to meet the diverse needs  more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Dec. 18 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas posted the following news release: * * * Tren de Aragua senior leadership charged with terrorism and international drug distribution * HOUSTON - A six-count second superseding indictment has been unsealed, charging four Venezuelan nationals, including multiple alleged high-ranking members of Tren de Aragua - a designated foreign terrorist organization, announced U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei. T more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 19 -- The University of Texas issued the following news release: * * * Batteries Lose Charge When They 'Breathe' Understanding deterioration is a step toward longer-lasting batteries. * Researchers have identified a key reason why the batteries used to power everything from smartphones to electric vehicles deteriorate over time, a critical step toward building faster, more reliable and longer-lasting batteries. The research team from The University of Texas at Austin, N more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Dec. 19 -- The University of Texas Health San Antonio issued the following news release: * * * UT Health San Antonio's collaborative research program unites experts to revolutionize cancer treatment More than 70% of all cancers are impacted by mutations caused by a group of DNA-editing enzymes that drives tumor growth and drug resistance. The apolipoprotein B mRNA-editing enzyme catalytic polypeptide, or APOBEC, family, is a dominant factor in many cancers including bladde more PR

BROWNSVILLE, Texas, Dec. 19 -- The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley issued the following news: * * * UTRGV Fall 2025 Doctoral Hooding Ceremony honors graduates earning the university's highest academic degree By Maria Gonzalez RIO GRANDE VALLEY, TEXAS - DEC. 18, 2025 - The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley celebrated its Fall 2025 Doctoral Hooding Ceremony on Wednesday evening at the Performing Arts Complex Auditorium, recognizing 44 doctoral graduates who completed the university's more PR

PLANO, Texas, Dec. 18 [Category: Sociological] -- The First Liberty Institute, an organization that says it is dedicated to defending liberty for all Americans, issued the following news release: * * * Village Mayor in New York Axes Traditional Christmas Tree Fundraiser at St Patrick's Catholic Church * The Branch, NY First Liberty Institute sent a letter to the Village of The Branch, New York demanding that St. Patrick's Catholic Church be allowed to continue its tradition of selling Christ more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- Rep. Eugene Vindman, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Vindman, Crenshaw Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Effort to Crack Down on Cartel Smuggling Operations at Southern Border * Washington, D.C. U.S. Representatives Eugene Vindman (D-Va.-07) and Dan Crenshaw (R-Texas-02) today introduced bipartisan legislation to tackle the fentanyl crisis by combatting the flow of illicit firearms and money that fuel cartel operations. "I'm proud to lead this bipartisa more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Warren, Casar Warn DOJ, FCC of Potential Competition, Cost Issues Involving AT&T and SpaceX Deals With EchoStar * AT&T and SpaceX's proposed acquisitions of Echostar spectrum raise antitrust concerns, may not meet federal telecommunications law requirements Deal threatens to raise cell phone costs and worsen service for consumers by further consolidating cellular market Text of Letter  more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 18 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Whole Foods Market issued the following news release: * * * Whole Foods Market Daily Shop in Hoboken, New Jersey, Now Open * Hoboken, NJ (December 18, 2025) - Today, Whole Foods Market opened the fifth location of its smaller format store concept, Whole Foods Market Daily Shop, located at 101 Washington Street in Hoboken, NJ. The 4,851-square-foot store features more than 350 local items from the Northeast, each meeting Whole Foods M more PR

WACO, Texas, Dec. 18 [Category: Sports] -- The American Football Coaches Association posted the following news: * * * Youngstown State's Beau Brungard and Furman's Joshua Stoneking Highlight the 2025 AFCA FCS Coaches All-America Teams * Youngstown State quarterback Beau Brungard and Furman defensive lineman Joshua Stoneking headline the 2025 FCS Coaches' All-America Team announced today by the American Football Coaches Association. The AFCA has selected an All-America team since 1945 and cur more PR