PINE BLUFF, Arkansas, Jan. 14 -- The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff posted the following news: * * * #UAPBMensTrack&Field: Gregory Clerkly Named to the 2025-26 Allstate NACDA Good Works Team * At the intersection of excellence, service, and leadership stands Gregory Clerkley, a college junior standout for the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Men's Track and Field program whose impact reaches far beyond the track. Clerkley, affectionately known as Keshawn, was selected as a nominee for the Allstate NACDA Good Works Team (Winter), more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Jan. 15 -- ARAMARK, a provider of food, facilities, refreshments, hospitality and supply chain services, issued the following news release: * * * Aramark Healthcare+ Redefines Healthcare Dining with Farm to Chef Program Aramark Healthcare+ is creatively incorporating locally sourced ingredients through an innovative Farm to Chef initiative--a culinary retail dining program designed to deliver a restaurant-quality experience within Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital. This new culinary concept reflects a growin more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10675) on Jan. 13, 2026, by Army fellow Ebrima M'Bai and military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert: * * * Army Security Force Assistance Brigades (SFABs) What Is Security Force Assistance (SFA)? Security Force Assistance (SFA) is defined as "unified action to generate, employ, and sustain local, host-nation, or regional security forces in support of a legitimate authority." By definition "security forces include not o more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Arrington Calls for Reconciliation 2.0 * Washington, D.C. - Today, during a press conference with the Republican Study Committee, House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) called on Congress to pass a second budget reconciliation bill to accelerate economic growth and make life more affordable for working families. Arrington outlined the goals of reconciliation 2.0: to lower the cost of health care; lock in President Trump's America  more PR

TYLER, Texas, Jan. 14 -- The University of Texas Health Science Center issued the following news: * * * At the Bedside: UTHealth Houston gives Waco man hope and recovery after life-changing brain tumor diagnosis * Karl "Rock" McNair, now 52, had been plagued by worsening headaches for over a decade by the time he underwent a CT scan in April 2024. The scan, ordered by his doctor in Waco, Texas, revealed that Rock had a brain tumor. He was referred to a specialist for further evaluation. But not even a week later, on the night of his wife' more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 14 -- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Ken Paxton Arrests Over 120 People and Collects Over $125 Million from Healthcare Fraudsters in 2025 Alone * Under the leadership of Attorney General Ken Paxton, the Office of the Attorney General's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit ("MFCU") yet again delivered exceptional results in 2025 by recovering more than $125 million for the State of Texas and securing 123 arrests and 180 indictments related to healthcare fraud. "Anyone  more PR

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Jan. 14 -- Texas A&M University posted the following news: * * * Cadets from Texas A&M Maritime Academy honored for life-saving rescue * Cadets from the Texas A&M Maritime Academy who rescued three people from a stranded vessel in 2024 were recognized this week for their life-saving actions with an award from the Association for Rescue at Sea. The association's Automated Mutual-Assistance Vessel Rescue (AMVER) award recognizes the captain, crew and cadets aboard the TS Kennedy during the academy's annual summer sea more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, Jan. 15 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following statement on Jan. 14, 2026: * * * Governor Newsom on Republicans' failed attempt to silence voters Governor Gavin Newsom today issued the following statement in response to the three-judge panel of the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California ruling against California Republicans. The group of California Republicans attempted to nullify a congressional map California voters approved last November to counter Trump's rigging of the Texas  more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Castro Statement on Financial Services and State Department Funding Vote * January 14, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20) released the following statement on his decision to vote no on the Financial Services and State Department Funding Bill: "I voted no on the Financial Services and State Department Funding Bill today. "President Trump has engaged in illegal wars in Venezuela, the Caribbean, and Eastern Pacific more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Castro, Jacobs, Stanton Introduce No Unauthorized War in Mexico Act * January 14, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20), Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee's Western Hemisphere Subcommittee, Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (CA-51), and Congressman Greg Stanton (AZ-04) introduced the No Unauthorized War in Mexico Act, legislation that would prohibit taxpayer funds from being used for an unauthorized war in  more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 14 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Chief Justice Roberts to visit Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy March 17 * Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. will return to the Rice University campus and join the Baker Institute for Public Policy March 17 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Stude Concert Hall for a public conversation reflecting on the state of the American judicial branch and his two decades of service on the nation's highest court. Roberts will be joined in discussion by Lee  more PR

WORCESTER, Massachusetts, Jan. 14 -- Clark University posted the following news: * * * Clarkies examine goals and challenges of urban schooling * Students share their experiences and education School in Cities: Complexities, Opportunities, and Narratives, a course taught in the fall by Education Professor Raphael Rogers '94, took a layered approach to exploring the history, goals, and challenges of urban schooling. Students spent time each week observing in a Worcester Public Schools classroom, wrote literature reviews on pressing issues  more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Club for Growth, an advocacy organization, issued the following news release: * * * Club for Growth President McIntosh Statement on Mississippi's Education Freedom Act Passing Ed Committee Club for Growth President David McIntosh issued the following statement after Mississippi HB 2, the Mississippi Education Freedom Act, passed the House Education Committee Wednesday morning: "Mississippi has become a national leader in education, and soon every student across the state will be better positioned to succeed," said Clu more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Coast Guard issued the following news release: * * * Coast Guard awards record $200 million contract to rebuild Station South Padre Island, Texas * WASHINGTON -The U.S. Coast Guard has awarded a $200 million design-build contract to The Haskell Company for the comprehensive recapitalization and expansion of Coast Guard Station South Padre Island in South Padre Island, Texas. This award marks the largest single task order in the history of the Coast Guard's military construction more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Escobar Reacts to Trump Administration Cutting Funding for Addiction and Mental Health Services * Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) released the following statement after the Trump administration announced they were cutting grant funding for the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): "Our country is in the midst of an addiction and mental health crisis, and the Trump administration is choos more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, issued the following news: * * * Cornyn, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Commending Trump's Operation Absolute Resolve in Venezuela & Arrest of Narcoterrorist Maduro * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) led Senators Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Kevin Cramer (R-ND) today in introducing a resolution commending President Trump's Operation Absolute Resolve, praising the bravery and gallantry of United States service members and law enforcement officers who participated in the arrest of Nicolas  more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release: * * * Cotton, Senators to Wright: Ban Chinese Nationals from American Laboratories * Contact: Patrick McCann (202) 224-2353 January 13, 2026 Washington, D.C. -Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) and Senate Energy and National Resources Committee Chairman Mike Lee (R-Utah), along with Senators John Barrasso (R-Wyoming), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), James Lankford (R-Oklahoma), Jerry Moran (R-Kansas), Todd Youn more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Rep. Suzan DelBene, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * DelBene, Frankel Lead Push to Remove Medicare Red Tape in FY26 Funding Package * Today, Representatives Suzan DelBene (WA-01), Lois Frankel (FL-22), Kim Schrier, MD (WA-08), Lloyd Doggett (TX-37), Mark Pocan (WI-02), Greg Landsman (OH-01), Ami Bera, MD (CA-06), Rick Larsen (WA-02), Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14), and Jan Schakowsky (IL-09), along with 62 colleagues, urged House and Senate leadership to include language that would prohibit the more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin, Murphy Call On Appropriations Leadership To Protect Funding For Amtrak & Rail Projects In Illinois * January 14, 2026 In their letter, the Senators made clear that federal investment is critical in improving and expanding passenger rail services in Illinois WASHINGTON-U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, joined U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT) in leading 12 of their Democ more PR

STORRS, Connecticut, Jan. 14 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news: * * * EPSY Scholars Program Empowers Neag School Students to Pursue Research, Professional Interests * Securing a graduate assistantship is key for many Ph.D. students seeking employment while they complete their studies. Most students dedicate 10-20 hours a week to either research or teaching assistantships, the availability of which is often tied to department or grant funds. Since 2021, the UConn Neag School of Education's Department of Educational more PR

BRISTOL, Connecticut, Jan. 14 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN presents nearly 260 women's college basketball matchups across networks, Jan. 14-20 * * ESPN networks to feature 16 ranked teams * Thursday Prime features a top-4 battle between No. 2 South Carolina and No. 4 Texas (ESPN2, 7 p.m. ET) * Sunday's ESPN2 slate showcases two top matchups with No. 9 Louisville at NC State (Jan. 18, 1 p.m.) and No. 6 LSU at No. 13 Oklahoma (Jan. 18, 3 p.m.) ESPN's industry lead more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 (TNSFR) -- The Federal Reserve System is reviewing an application from a Texas-based employee stock ownership plan to acquire a significant stake in a local bank holding company. The notification was filed under the Change in Bank Control Act, which requires federal oversight when individuals or groups seek to acquire a controlling interest in a banking institution. The First National Bank of McGregor Employee Stock Ownership Plan, along with David Littlewood and Christy De Leon, acting as co-trustees and individuals, appli more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia posted the following news release: * * * Fentanyl, Heroin, & PCP Trafficker Sentenced to 13 1/2 Years for Role in Massive Regional Narcotics Enterprise * WASHINGTON - Wayne Glymph, 59, of Port Tobacco, Maryland, was sentenced today in U.S. District Court to 13 1/2 years in federal prison for his role in a drug trafficking organization that imported and distributed large quantities of high-purity fentanyl, heroin, PCP and cocaine in the Washington metropolita more PR

LAWRENCE, Kansas, Jan. 14 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news: * * * Fractured family relationships increase susceptibility for polydrug use, study finds * LAWRENCE -Patterns of drug use remain inseparably linked to social status and access to resources, according to a University of Kansas researcher. "Drugs are a way to cope with stress," said Jarron Saint Onge, professor of sociology. "It's not the healthiest way, but it is one way. Different classes of people in different cultures cope in different ways." One such g more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 14 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Announces Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund Grant To Tekscend Photomask * Governor Greg Abbott today announced that a Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF) grant of $15.2 million has been extended to Tekscend Photomask Round Rock Inc. to expand photomask production capacity at their manufacturing facility in Round Rock. The project is expected to create 50 jobs and represents more than $223 million in capital investment. "T more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 14 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Welcomes CesiumAstro Investment In Texas * Governor Greg Abbott today congratulated CesiumAstro on the announcement of their new, high-tech advanced manufacturing facility and global headquarters in Bee Cave, Texas. The company's investment in Texas represents an investment over more than $500 million and the creation of more than 500 new jobs in the next five years. "CesiumAstro's investment in Texas helps further position our st more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Jan. 14 [Category: Education] -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities posted the following news release: * * * HACU announces Call for Presentations for its 40th Annual Conference * The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities has announced the Call for Presentations for its 40th Annual Conference, Oct. 31- Nov. 2, 2026, at the Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center in Chula Vista, California. Speaker proposals under the conference theme, "40 Years of Championing Higher Education Success:  more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 14, 2026: * * * Hearing Recap: "Building an AI-Ready America" Today, the Education and Workforce Committee held the first hearing in a series examining how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is impacting the workforce, job training, and education. Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) started the hearing by highlighting how AI is already impacting today's world. "AI tools are already helping teachers red more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- Rep. James Comer, R-Kentucky, chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 14, 2026: * * * Hearing Wrap Up: Congress Must Enact Solutions to Detect and Prevent Fraud in Federal Programs, Protect Taxpayer Dollars Yesterday, the Subcommittee on Government Operations held a hearing on "Curbing Federal Fraud: Examining Innovative Tools to Detect and Prevent Fraud in Federal Programs." At the hearing, members examined innovative and cost-effective tools available more PR

OTTAWA, Ontario, Jan. 15 -- The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives posted the following commentary: * * * How public grocery stores could work in Canada Public options already exist elsewhere--the secret is building them at scale By Raj Patel, Aaron Vansintjan, Anna Paskal and Errol Schweizer Chances are you spent some of your holiday gatherings talking about the price of food. Costs to consumers have increased by almost 30 per cent since 2020, while mega-grocers doubled their profit margins, and total profits ballooned by over 120 pe more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Club for Growth, an advocacy organization, issued the following news release on Jan. 12, 2026: * * * ICYMI: Club for Growth Launches MS School Freedom Campaign Club for Growth has released a new ad in Mississippi urging constituents to contact their representatives and voice their support for HB 2 - the Mississippi Education Freedom Act. The ad launched on Sunday on political shows across the state, and will run Fox News throughout the week. Daily Wire's Leif Le Mahieu covered the ad in an exclusive report (https://www more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 14 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Inside marathon weekend: Rice students support Houston's biggest single day sporting event * Before the sun rises while most of the city is still asleep, Rice University students are already in position at the Chevron Houston Marathon. They brace against the cold, climb into pace vehicles, check race clocks and take up positions just feet from the day's elite competitors. From lead trucks to finish line operations, students step into a carefully coordinate more PR

NEW YORK, Jan. 15 -- The International Refugee Assistance Project issued the following news release: * * * IRAP Denounces Effort to Detain and Strip Already-Resettled Refugees of Legal Status Dangerous Escalation of Trump Administration's Mass Delegalization Campaign * The International Refugee Assistance Project (IRAP) strongly denounces the Trump administration's lawless and inhumane arrest and detention of resettled refugees. The following is a statement from Laurie Ball Cooper, Vice President of U.S. Legal Programs, IRAP: "The Trump  more PR

ADDISON, Texas, Jan. 15 -- Job Creators Network issued the following statement on Jan. 14, 2026: * * * Job Creators Network Statement on November PPI Alfredo Ortiz, CEO of Job Creators Network, released the following statement on the November PPI, which rose at 3.0%, and Core PPI, which rose by 3.5%: "Small businesses now face predictable wholesale costs, a stark change from the double-digit increases under the Biden administration. In the months ahead, pro-growth policies by President Trump and Congressional Republicans will help to furthe more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 12 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release: * * * Justice Department Announces Charges Against Illegal Alien, Known Tren de Aragua Associate, for Violent Attack on Border Patrol Agents in Portland, Oregon Today, the Justice Department announced criminal charges against Luis Nino-Moncada, an illegal alien and known Tren de Aragua (TdA) associate living in the Portland, Oregon area for violently striking a federal law enforcement vehicle. During a targeted enforcement operation, Nin0-Moncada is alle more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 14 [Category: BizConsulting] -- KBR, a provider of differentiated, professional services and technologies, issued the following news release: * * * KBR Scaling Automation in 2026 to Reduce Detail Design Schedules * It's not just the future of the energy, industrial and critical infrastructure sectors that depend on digital transformation. Today's success requires asset owners and operators, contractors and other key stakeholders to adopt digital tools or risk being left behind. But it's not enough to simply deploy techn more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Sen. John Kennedy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Kennedy, Cassidy, Gulf colleagues to NOAA: Help block cartels from profiting off red snapper illegally caught in Gulf of America * WASHINGTON - Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) today joined Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) and eight colleagues from states bordering the Gulf of America in urging Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Administrator Neil Jacobs to ensure that illegally-harv more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Sen. John Kennedy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Kennedy, Cornyn, colleagues introduce Stop Fraud by SOMALIA Act to crack down on Minnesota-style daycare fraud * WASHINGTON - Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) today joined Sens. John Cornyn (R-Texas), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), and Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) in introducing the Stop Fraud by Strengthening Oversight and More Accountability for Lying and Illegal Activity (Stop Fraud by SOMALIA) Act, which would strengthen federal oversight of child care assistanc more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Jan. 14 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release: * * * Kennesaw State University's Jerry Mack named Paul "Bear" Bryant Newcomer Coach of the Year * HOUSTON, Jan. 14, 2026 -Kennesaw State University's Jerry Mack has been named as the recipient of the American Heart Association's 2025 Paul "Bear" Bryant Newcomer Coach of the Year Award. This award celebrates the achievements of an individual who has not had any previous head coaching experience at the NCAA Division I Football  more PR

TAMPA, Florida, Jan. 15 -- The University of South Florida issued the following news: * * * Laws must keep up with fast-moving AI: A conversation with USF researcher Karni Chagal-Feferkorn By John Dudley, University Communications and Marketing As artificial intelligence moves from experimental labs into classrooms, hospitals, courtrooms and children's smartphones, the pace of innovation is outstripping systems designed to keep it in check. Karni Chagal-Feferkorn -- an assistant professor who researches AI law, ethics and policy in USF's B more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 13, 2026: * * * Lee, Senators to Wright: Ban Chinese Nationals from American Laboratories Senate Energy and National Resources Committee Chairman Mike Lee (R-Utah), and Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas), along with Senators John Barrasso (R-Wyoming), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), James Lankford (R-Oklahoma), Jerry Moran (R-Kansas), Todd Young (R-India more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Jan. 14 [Category: Medical] -- Susan G. Komen, an organization that says it addresses breast cancer on fronts such as research, community health, global outreach and public policy initiatives, posted the following news: * * * Legislation Eliminates Financial Barriers to Critical Breast Imaging, Would Help Thousands Across California Afford Care They Require * Susan G. Komen (r) Applauds Bill Introduction, Urges Quick Passage Susan G. Komen (r), the world's leading breast cancer organization commends Assemblymember Lori Wils more PR

BETHLEHEM, Pennsylania, Jan. 15 -- Lehigh University issued the following news: * * * Gokhan Metan M'06 Ph.D.'08 and Demet Metan MS'09 Are Simplifying Health Care Plan Selection With AI Platform Alumni-founded company WiseCare AI helps patients find and easily enroll in the right health care plan for their needs. * Anyone who has tried to navigate the selection of a health care plan through Medicare, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) or an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) knows the process can be complex. The numbe more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Rep. Michael T. McCaul, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * McCaul Discusses Importance of Keeping American AI Out of the CCP's Hands at HFAC Hearing * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) -chairman emeritus of the House Foreign Affairs Committee -spoke at a full committee hearing titled, "Winning the AI Arms Race Against the Chinese Communist Party." McCaul discussed the importance of keeping American AI tech out of the CCP's hands with former Deputy U.S. National Security Adv more PR

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Jan. 13 -- The Defense Health Agency issued the following news: * * * Military hospitals and clinics recognized with 5-star Care Transitions ratings * Fifteen Defense Health Agency facilities earned top marks from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for how well they prepare patients to leave the hospital, according to an analysis by Becker's Hospital Review. The report identified 15 military hospitals and clinics that received a five-star rating for "Care Transitions" from CMS. The rating reflects how pat more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Sen. Christopher Murphy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Murphy, Crow Lead Bicameral Group Of Democrats To Introduce Bill To Protect First Amendment Rights, Safeguard Americans From Politically Motivated Harassment And Prosecutions * WASHINGTON- U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and U.S. Representative Jason Crow (D-Colo.-6) on Wednesday led Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), and U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Peter Welch ( more PR

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Jan. 14 -- Texas A&M University posted the following news: * * * Nationwide media demand for Texas A&M University research reaches an all-time high * Texas A&M University's research is reaching more people, in more places, than ever before and nationwide demand for faculty expertise continues to grow. As detailed in the 2025 Marketing Impact Report, media mentions of Texas A&M research and impact increased 72% year over year in FY25, totaling 76,020 placements. This translates to 27,000 more media mentions than the more PR

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 13 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * New Ranking Puts Michigan in Top 5 in Country for Workforce * January 13, 2026 Contact: press@michigan.gov Michigan Beats California, Texas, and Florida in Workforce Companies Need to Succeed LANSING, Mich.- Today, Governor Whitmer highlighted Site Selection Magazine's new workforce report, which ranks Michigan No. 4 in the nation and second in the East North Central region. The ranking cites Michigan's talented workers and strong more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: * * * One Year After Her Confirmation, Reps. Pallone, Stanton, Wasserman Schultz, Carter Lead Democrats Calling for DHS Secretary Noem's Removal Over FEMA Mismanagement * Washington, DC -One year after Kristi Noem was confirmed as Donald Trump's Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, Representatives Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06), Greg Stanton (AZ-04), Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25), and Troy Carter (LA-02) are leading House Democrats in more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Rep. Greg Stanton, D-Arizona, issued the following news release: * * * One Year After Her Confirmation, Reps. Stanton, Pallone, Wasserman Schultz, Carter Lead Democrats Calling for DHS Secretary Noem's Removal Over FEMA Mismanagement * WASHINGTON, D.C. - One year after Kristi Noem was confirmed as Donald Trump's Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, Representatives Greg Stanton (AZ-04), Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06), Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25), and Troy Carter (LA-02) are leading House Democrats in call more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 14 [Category: Business] -- The Private Equity Stakeholder Project issued the following news: * * * PESP responds to FERC staff letter of deficiency in Blackstone-TXNM deal * The Private Equity Stakeholder Project (PESP) welcomes a letter of deficiency issued December 23, 2025 by staff at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regarding Blackstone's proposed acquisition of TXNM Energy and its subsidiaries, Public Service Company of New Mexico and Texas-New Mexico Power. The FERC staff letter requires Blacks more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Jan. 14 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release: * * * Pregnancy-related high blood pressure varied among Asian, Pacific Islander subgroups * Research Highlights: * The risk of pregnancy-related high blood pressure varied markedly among people of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander descent, according to an analysis of California health records. * Pacific Islander and Filipino individuals were at two to three times higher risk than Chinese individuals,  more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 14 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Quantum simulator sheds light on how nature moves energy in systems like photosynthesis and solar conversion * Researchers led by Rice University's Guido Pagano used a specialized quantum device to simulate a vibrating molecule and track how energy moves within it. The work, published Dec. 5 in Nature Communications, could improve understanding of basic mechanisms behind phenomena such as photosynthesis and solar energy conversion. The researchers modeled  more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Al Green Questions Witness on Legislation Preempting Discriminatory Land Laws * (Washington, DC) -On Wednesday, January 14, 2026, Congressman Al Green, Ranking Member of the Financial Services Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, shared remarks in a Financial Services Hearing entitled, "Evaluating the Operations of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS)." You can access and listen to Congressman Al Green's remark more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Rep. Brandon Gill, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Gill Bill Restores Integrity in Student Visa Program * Washington, D.C. - Congressman Brandon Gill (TX-26) today introduced the Student Visa Integrity Act to address abuses of the student visa process and keep American schools from training adversaries. "Studying in the United States is a privilege, not a right. Unfortunately, a system intended to spread the American dream has been abused by fraudsters and bad actors," said Rep. Gill. "My bill more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Green and Rep. Chu Reintroduce H.R. 7053 - the Preemption of Real Property Discrimination Act * ( Washington, DC ) - On Wednesday, January 14, 2026, Congressman Al Green and Congresswoman Judy Chu (CA-28) reintroduced H.R. 7053 - the Preemption of Real Property Act. This bill seeks to address current and future efforts by state legislatures around the country to restrict or prohibit individuals from purchasing real estate based on their country of c more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Rep. Robin Kelly, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Kelly introduces articles of impeachment against Secretary Noem * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly (IL-02) formally introduced articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. So far, 70 Members of Congress have cosponsored Rep. Kelly's impeachment resolution. "Secretary Noem has brought her reign of terror to Chicago, LA, Minneapolis, and communities from north to south, east to west. She needs to be impeach more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Rep. Kevin Mullin, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Mullin Seeks Impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Noem Following ICE Killing Unarmed Mother * Washington, D.C. - Congressman Kevin Mullin (CA-15) has joined 70 Members of Congress in formally introducing articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. "I've been hearing from many neighbors who are horrified by recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions, and the harm the Trump Administration's p more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Pfluger Sounds the Alarm on Grid Security, Pushes Back Against Use of High-Risk Foreign Technology * W ASHINGTON, DC -Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) turned up the heat on his efforts to protect America's electric grid from foreign threats. During a House Energy and Commerce Energy Subcommittee legislative hearing, he asked a Department of Energy (DOE) witness for his insight into the growing cyber and supply-chain risks facing U.S. energy  more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Rep. Summer Lee, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Summer Lee Joins Rep. Robin Kelly, Colleagues in Introducing Articles of Impeachment Against DHS Secretary Kristi Noem * WASHINGTON, D.C.- JANUARY 14, 2026 -Today, Congresswoman Summer L. Lee (PA-12) joined Congresswoman Robin Kelly (IL-02) and 69 of their colleagues in formally introducing articles of impeachment against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. "Right now, the Trump administration is commissioning the endan more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Rep. Beth Van Duyne, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Van Duyne Announces Ways and Means Passage of Ensuring Children Receive Support Act * Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Van Duyne (TX-24) announced the Ensuring Children Receive Support Act (H.R. 6903) has been passed by the Ways and Means Committee by a bipartisan vote of 40-2. Working with Chairman Smith (MO-08) and Representative Panetta (CA-19), they successfully moved the bill through committee to now be offered for considerat more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- A POOR CASE FOR MANDATORY APP STORE AGE VERIFICATION - A report from Phoenix Center for Advanced Legal and Economic Public Policy Studies - January 2026 (11 pages) - Authored by Lawrence J. Spiwak * * * Phoenix Center for Advanced Legal & Economic Public Policy Studies released Policy Bulletin No. 81, arguing that proposed federal legislation mandating smartphone app stores to verify all users' ages violates the First Amendment. The report critiques bills like the App Store Accountability Act (S. 1586) and App more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 [Category: Political] -- Reproductive Freedom for All (formerly the NARAL Pro-Choice America) posted the following news release: * * * Reproductive Freedom for All Freedom Responds to New Reporting from ProPublica on the Preventable Death of Ciji Graham * Washington, DC - Today, new reporting from ProPublica revealed the death of Ciji Graham, a 34-year-old mother in North Carolina who was denied timely, lifesaving abortion care because of state restrictions. ProPublica reports that North Carolina's 12-week abortion ban a more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 15 -- The Baylor College of Medicine posted the following news: * * * Researchers identify of how a "quality control" protein causes neurodegenerative disease * When it comes to neurodegenerative diseases such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and certain forms of dementia, researchers have known that protein quality control and damage to the nuclear pore are key players. However, how the two are connected has not been clear. Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and their colleagues have now identified the mec more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 14 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice expert available to discuss Verizon network outage * Verizon customers across the United States are experiencing a widespread network outage that has disrupted cellular service for iPhone and Android users alike. Reports indicate the outage has left many users without the ability to make calls, send texts or access mobile data. A Rice University expert is available to help explain the complexity of modern cellular networks as well as how they are desi more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- Sen. James Risch, R-Idaho, chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Risch, Colleagues Introduce Resolution in Support of Religious Freedom U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho), chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Ted Budd (R-N.C.), Dave McCormick (R-Penn.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), John Barasso (R-Wyo.), Todd Young (R-Ind.), Tim Scott (R-S.C.), Katie Britt (R-Ala.), John Curtis (R-Utah), Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), an more PR

SOUTHLAKE, Texas, Jan. 15 -- Sabre, a travel technology company, issued the following news release on Jan. 14, 2026: * * * Sabre and BizTrip AI Announce Strategic Partnership to Deliver Agentic AI Solutions for Global Corporate Travel Market Sabre and Biztrip AI combine their AI technologies to transform travel booking and management with Biztrip's next-generation AI assistants for TMCs, suppliers, and enterprises; Sabre also makes minority investment in start-up * Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), a trusted provider of enterprise SaaS so more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 14 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Scientists demonstrate first-time use of AI for genetic circuit design * There are hundreds of cell types in the human body, each with a specific role spelled out in their DNA. In theory, all it takes for cells to behave in desired ways -for example, getting them to produce a therapeutic molecule or assemble into a tissue graft -is the right DNA sequence. The problem is figuring out what DNA sequence codes for which behavior. "There are many possible desig more PR

LA JOLLA, California, Jan. 14 [Category: Environment] -- The Scripps Research Institute posted the following news: * * * Scientists measure cellular membrane thickness inside cells for the first time * Measuring membrane thickness was previously only possible in artificial membranes-now scientists can do it inside intact cells, providing crucial context for understanding how cells work. January 14, 2026 LA JOLLA, CA- Scientists have long known that cellular membranes vary in thickness, but measuring those differences inside actual cells more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 14 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Scientists uncover new quantum state that could power future technologies * Scientists have discovered a new quantum state of matter that connects two significant areas of physics, potentially leading to advancements in computing, sensing and materials science. A study published in Nature Physics Jan. 14, co-led by Rice University's Qimiao Si, brings together quantum criticality, where electrons fluctuate between different phases, and electronic topology,  more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Cruz Statement On Trump Administration Designation of Muslim Brotherhood Branches * WASHINGTON, D.C.- Sen. Cruz, a member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement after the Trump administration announced it was designating branches of the Muslim Brotherhood in Lebanon, Egypt, and Jordan. Sen. Cruz said, "President Trump and Trump administration officials are systematically targeting the Muslim Brotherhood and  more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Senate Democrats Carve Out Path to Senate Majority in 2026 * January 14, 2026 TO : Interested Parties FR : Devan Barber, DSCC Executive Director RE : Over the last year, the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC) has built a strong foundation for electoral success and created the path for Democrats to take the Senate majority in 2026. While Republicans began the cycle pledging to grow their ranks in the Senate to 55  more PR

PLANO, Texas, Jan. 15 -- Siemens Digital Industries Software, a subsidiary of Siemens, issued the following news release: * * * Siemens unveils technologies to accelerate the industrial AI revolution at CES 2026 * Siemens and NVIDIA expand their partnership to build the Industrial AI Operating System, reinventing the entire end-to-end industrial value chain through AI - from design and engineering to manufacturing, production, operations, and into supply chains * Siemens launches Digital Twin Composer software, available on Siemens Xcelerat more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Jan. 14 -- The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center posted the following news release: * * * Simmons Cancer Center earns exceptional rating in its renewal as an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center * The Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center combines advanced research and scientific discovery with multidisciplinary patient care in its fight against cancer. DALLAS - Jan. 14, 2026 - The Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center at UT Southwestern earned an exemplary merit score from the Center fro more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 15 -- Schlumberger, doing business as SLB, issued the following news release on Jan. 14, 2026: * * * SLB Completes Acquisition of RESMAN Energy Technology SLB (NYSE: SLB) today announced it has completed the acquisition of RESMAN Energy Technology, a leading provider of wireless reservoir surveillance and tracer solutions. The addition of RESMAN's specialized tracer technology further strengthens SLB's industry leading portfolio of advanced production and recovery solutions. The acquisition enables SLB to deliver faster more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Jan. 13 [Category: Business] -- Southwest Research Institute posted the following news release: * * * SwRI's Dr. Michael Davis named SPIE Fellow * January 14, 2026 -Southwest Research Institute's (SwRI) Dr. Michael Davis has been named a Fellow of the Society of Photo-Optical Instrumentation Engineers (SPIE). Davis is an astrophysicist who specializes in the design and testing of space instruments including those used for ultraviolet (UV) imaging and spectroscopy of remote planets, galactic astrophysics, and Earth's pl more PR

STEPHENVILLE, Texas, Jan. 15 -- Tarleton State University issued the following news: * * * Tarleton State University Earns 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification Tarleton State University has received the 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, reaffirming the university's long-standing commitment to community engagement, service and partnership. The designation was first awarded to Tarleton State in 2020. Tarleton State is one of 277 colleges and universities nationwide -- and the only school in The Texas A&M System - more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 14 -- Texas A&M University, a component of the public university system in Texas, posted the following news from its agriculture program: * * * Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences to host statewide tour for prospective students * The Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences will host a series of student receptions across Texas beginning Jan. 21 as part of its annual AGLS on Tour program, bringing the College directly to prospective and admitted students and their families. Running through March more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 14 -- Texas A&M University, a component of the public university system in Texas, posted the following news from its agriculture program: * * * Texas A&M scholar named one of RETHINK Retail's top experts for 2026 * For the third year in a row, Simon Somogyi, Ph.D., head of the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Agricultural Economics Dr. Kerry Litzenberg Sales and Economic Endowed Chair, has earned a place on RETHINK Retail's 2026 Top Retail Experts list, a prestigious global accolade in the more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 14 -- Texas A&M University, a component of the public university system in Texas, posted the following news from its agriculture program: * * * Texas A&M trio leads new frontier in horticultural science * At a time when agriculture must feed more people with fewer resources, a trio of scientists are transforming the future of horticulture. New researchers Ahmed Darwish, Ph.D.; Lorenzo Rossi, Ph.D.; and Andrej Svyantek, Ph.D., in the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Horticultural Sciences more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Jan. 15 -- Texas Biomedical Research Institute issued the following news: * * * Texas Biomed marks milestone anniversary Texas Biomedical Research Institute, one of the world's leading independent biomedical research institutions dedicated to eradicating infection and advancing health, is celebrating 85 years of bold discovery in 2026. Founded in 1941 by businessman and philanthropist Thomas Baker Slick Jr., Texas Biomed started with a mission to support research and advance education in agriculture, natural sciences and more PR

TYLER, Texas, Jan. 13 -- The University of Texas Health Science Center issued the following news: * * * Therapies that target specific type of cell death may be an effective avenue for cancer treatment, UTHealth Houston researchers find * Therapies that target the utilization of fat by tumors and activate a type of cell death dependent on fat molecules may be a promising avenue to treat cancer, according to new research by UTHealth Houston. The findings were published today in Trends in Cancer and were co-led by Daniel E. Frigo, PhD, prof more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Rep. Mike Thompson, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * THOMPSON BACKS IMPEACHMENT OF KRISTI NOEM: "SECRETARY NOEM ISN'T JUST INCOMPETENT -- SHE'S VIOLATING THE LAW" * Washington, D.C - Following the death of Renee Good at the hands of an ICE agent in Minneapolis, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) has joined Rep. Robin Kelly and 68 other Democratic colleagues to introduce articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. "Like so many Americans, I am sickened by ICE's killing of Re more PR

NEW YORK, Jan. 14 [Category: BizMedia] -- Warner Bros. Discovery, a media and entertainment company, posted the following news release: * * * TLC'S '90 DAY: THE SINGLE LIFE' RETURNS WITH SECOND CHANCES, SHOCKING SECRETS, AND NEW ROMANCES * Check Out Photos HERE & Watch the Trailer HERE (Los Angeles) - Fan-favorite cast from 90 Day Fiance returns in search of love once again, as they try to leave their past baggage behind. The new season of 90 DAY: THE SINGLE LIFE follows singles on their journeys to romance, some of which lead to unexpect more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Jan. 14 -- The Texas Public Policy Foundation issued the following news release: * * * TPPF Launches Coalition to Ban Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying, Unlock Property Tax Relief and Dismantle the Education Cartel * AUSTIN -Today, the Texas Public Policy Foundation's Government Reform and Oversight Coalition (GROC) officially launched with a clear mission: to combat the forces that are driving runaway local spending, undermining property tax relief, and protecting an unaccountable education cartel that profits at taxpayers' expense.  more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 14 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Training for the future of health care delivery: Rice now offering master's in digital health * Rice University is launching a new master's degree in digital health, an interdisciplinary graduate program designed to train the next generation of engineer-leaders to invent the future of health care. Visit the program website for more information, including admissions and scholarships. As one of the first graduate programs in the U.S. focused specifically on  more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Jan. 15 -- The University of Texas Health San Antonio issued the following news release: * * * New TRC4 grant at UT Health San Antonio aims to reduce opioid treatment for burn victims by 90% A new grant could help reduce the amount of opioids needed to treat pain for burn patients by 90% and significantly decrease scar tissue from the wounds that restrict function. The $451,857 award from the Trauma Research and Combat Casualty Care Collaborative (TRC4), a University of Texas System initiative housed at UT Health San Ant more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release: * * * Atlantic Biologicals Corporation Enters into Deferred Prosecution Agreement in Opioid Distribution Scheme Company Admits to Receiving More than $2.5 Million from Sales of Opioids and Other Commonly Abused Prescription Drugs to Houston-Area Pill Mill Pharmacies * Atlantic Biologicals Corporation, a pharmaceutical wholesaler based in Miami, has entered into a two-year deferred prosecution agreement with the Justice Department in connection with a c more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- Rep. Betty McCollum, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Rep. Betty McCollum Co-Sponsors Articles of Impeachment Against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem * WASHINGTON, D.C. - On Wednesday afternoon, Congresswoman Betty McCollum (D, MN-04) became an original co-sponsor of Congresswoman Robin Kelly's (D, IL-02) articles of impeachment against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. This announcement follows Congresswoman McCollum's Friday announcement (link is external) that  more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 15 -- The University of Houston issued the following news: * * * UH System Selects CLC to Expand UH Licensing Program New collaboration aims to modernize Cougar merchandise experience through data-driven insights and national retail growth * Following an extensive evaluation, the University of Houston System has selected CLC, the nation's leading collegiate licensing company, to assist in the management and marketing of the University of Houston's trademark licensing program. The new partnership builds on UH's recent g more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 15 -- The University of Houston issued the following news: * * * Common: Being Wrong. Less Common: Admitting It University of Houston Researcher Finds Truth in Science, Classroom Builds Respect "A man who has committed a mistake and doesn't correct it is committing another mistake," by Confucius By Laurie Fickman, 713-743-8454, lafickma@Central.UH.EDU Science now confirms that Confucius knew what's up. New research from the University of Houston reveals that, in the field of science, scientists who admit that they wer more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Jan. 15 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Severe weather is deadly for vulnerable older adults long after the storm ends, study finds Older adults who were exposed to heavy rainfall after Hurricane Harvey in 2017 faced a 3% increase in the risk of death within the following year, a new University of Michigan study found. "These findings add to the evidence that disasters don't just cause short-term disruptions. They expose and magnify the underlying fragilities in our health systems more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 14 -- The U.S. International Trade Commission issued the following news release: * * * USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Dental Burs and Kits Thereof * News Release 26-008 Inv. No(s). 337-TA-1479 Contact: Claire Huber, 202-205-1819 The U.S. International Trade Commission (Commission or USITC) voted to institute an investigation of certain dental burs and kits thereof. The products at issue in the investigation are described in the Commission's notice of investigation. The investigation is based  more PR

ARLINGTON, Texas, Jan. 14 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * UTA study focuses on safer opioid prescribing * With an estimated 5 million Americans battling opioid use disorder-resulting in tens of thousands of deaths each year-a new study by The University of Texas at Arlington examines how updated Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines can help nurse practitioners reduce misuse and protect patients. In 2023, approximately 105,000 people died from drug overdoses-nearly 80% o more PR

ARLINGTON, Texas, Jan. 14 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * UTA's Bruce Collie named to College Football Hall of Fame * Former University of Texas at Arlington offensive lineman Bruce Collie (1980-84) has been announced as a member of the 2026 College Football Hall of Fame class, the National Football Foundation (NFF) and College Hall of Fame announced during College Football Live Presented by Great Clips on ESPN2. "We are thrilled to announce the 2026 College Football Hall of Fame Class, more PR

ROCK HILL, South Carolina, Jan. 15 -- Winthrop University issued the following news: * * * Walk for Peace Touches Winthrop Community with Hopeful Message HIGHLIGHTS * Nineteen Buddhist monks traveled through Rock Hill this week as part of a 2,300-mile trek from Fort Worth, Texas, to Washington, D.C. * Several Winthrop University faculty and staff observed and participated in their journey, many saying it was a privilege to share it firsthand. * The Walk for Peace has been described as prayer in motion. Nineteen Buddhist monks traveled  more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Jan. 15 -- The Army and Air Force Exchange Service issued the following news release: * * * We Go Where You Go: Exchange Leans Forward to Advance Quality-of-Life Projects at Remote and Isolated Installations Army & Air Force Exchange Service invests millions in strengthening Quality of Life * The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is making significant investments to modernize and upgrade operations, with new constructions, image upgrades, expansions and more, at remote and isolated locations. Dozens of major improvements ha more PR

PLANO, Texas, Jan. 15 -- JCPenney, an apparel and home furnishings retailer, issued the following news on Jan. 14, 2026: * * * Yes, JCPenney Expands Its Home Offerings with Two New Collections From TikTok star Jenny Martinez's culture-driven designs to Laura Ashley's signature cottage charm, JCPenney delivers design-forward style for every room, every taste and every budget. * JCPenney today announced the launch of two highly anticipated home collections that reinforce the retailer's renewed authority in the category, and its commitment to more PR

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- Sen. Todd Young, R-Indiana, issued the following news release: * * * Young, Colleagues Urge Action on Chinese Nationals Accessing American Research Laboratories * WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.), a member of the U.S. Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, and a group of Senate Republican colleagues sent a letter to U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Chris Wright urging action against Chinese foreign nationals accessing our DOE national laboratories and compromising American innovation in  more PR