LARAMIE, Wyoming, May 29 (TNSjou) -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news: * * * 'Shoot for the Moon?' Aim a Bit Lower, Say UW, Other Researchers How ambitious should you be? Folk wisdom offers conflicting advice: "Shoot for the moon," but also, "Don't let the perfect be the enemy of the good." A new study from researchers at the University of Wyoming, Stanford University and the University of Colorado-Boulder used a mathematical model to show that ambition lies in the middle  more PR

DALLAS, Texas, June 3 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release: * * * 15 centers selected for groundbreaking research network to transform heart transplant care * Nearly 60 years after the first successful heart transplant, the American Heart Association, a relentless force changing the future of health for everyone everywhere, is launching a bold new initiative to fundamentally transform how heart transplant care is delivered across the Uni more PR

WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Airlines for America issued the following statement on June 3, 2026: * * * A4A Statement on Governor Polis Vetoing SB26-134 The following is attributable to Airlines for America (A4A): A4A thanks Governor Polis for vetoing SB26-134 and for standing up for Colorado consumers by ensuring that their valued credit card rewards programs are preserved. Millions of consumers in Colorado regularly use the points they earn, and they rely on those rewards for household purchases  more PR

WASHINGTON, June 3 [Category: Financial Services] -- The American Bankers Association posted the following news release: * * * ABA Statement on Colorado Governor's Veto of Interchange Fee Bill (Senate Bill 26-134) * "We welcome Governor Polis' decision to veto this legislation and spare Colorado consumers and businesses from the payment chaos it would have unleashed -while also sparing the state from a costly and uphill legal battle. The governor's action, as well as a federal court ruling i more PR

LITTLETON, Colorado, June 4 -- Arapahoe Community College issued the following news: * * * ACC Honored at OER Conference Author Jeff Duggan Arapahoe Community College (ACC) received the Governor's Award for Institutional Advancement to Zero Textbook Cost (ZTC) as part of the ZTC Challenge Awards presented during the 2026 Colorado Open Educational Resources (OER) Conference on May 29, 2026, at the ACC Littleton Campus. The ZTC Challenge Awards - which recognize educators, institutions, and p more PR

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Rep. Brittany Pettersen, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Ahead of Summer Travel Season, Rep. Pettersen Leads CO Dem Delegation in Demanding Answers from Trump as Gas Prices Surge Amid Iran War * WASHINGTON -Today, U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) led the Colorado Democratic delegation in demanding answers from President Donald Trump about his Administration's plan to lower gasoline prices. Recent reports show Colorado is now one of the more PR

PHOENIX, Arizona, June 4 -- Banner Health issued the following news release: * * * Arizona's first lead-free heart procedure completed at Banner Health Dr. David Rizik champions Enhanced Radiation Protection Technology, opening field to future generations of diverse talent - David Rizik, MD, an interventional cardiologist at Banner - University Medicine Cardiology in Scottsdale, is pioneering a transformative advancement in procedural safety that will reshape the future of interventional ca more PR

WASHINGTON, June 3 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The Aspen Institute posted the following news release: * * * Aspen Ideas: Climate Chicago Announces New Round of Speakers for 2026 Event * Speaker lineup expands across Health, Adaptation, Infrastructure, and Trust programming tracks with a deep focus on Midwest innovation and national solutions. Chicago, IL, June 3, 2026 -The Aspen Institute today announced an extensive new round of speakers for Aspen Ideas: Climate Chicag more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, June 3 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Sends Letter to Federal Judicial Center Strongly Opposing Removal of Climate Science from Judicial Manual * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta joined a coalition of 23 attorneys general, the Cities of New York and Chicago, and Harris County, Texas in a letter to the Federal Judicial Center (FJC) strongly opposing its decision to strike the chapte more PR

RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 3 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jeff Jackson Opposes Federal Bill That Would Tell Tech Companies They Have No Duty to Protect Kids Online * RALEIGH -A federal bill marketed as children's online safety legislation would tell tech companies they have no legal duty to protect kids, drop any requirement to verify users' ages, and override the stronger state laws already on the books. Attor more PR

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Sen. Michael F. Bennet, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Bennet Leads Subcommittee on Taxation and IRS Oversight Letter Demanding Answers on Agreement Shielding Trump, Family From IRS Audits * Demands preservation of all related records, documents, and communications; notes potential violation of 26 U.S.C. SS 7217 and 7122 Washington, D.C. -Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, Ranking Member of the Finance Committee's Subcommittee on Taxation and  more PR

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Capito Introduces Former WVU President Gee at Commerce Hearing on NIL * To watch Senator Capito's questions, click here or the image above. WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a leader on the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, participated in a hearing entitled, "Protecting College Sports: Supporting Student Athletes, Restoring F more PR

DENVER, Colorado, June 4 -- The Colorado Secretary of State issued the following news release: * * * Secretary of State Jena Griswold Applauds Passage of Election Security Bill House Bill 26-1113, "Modifications to Elections," which further strengthens Colorado's gold standard election model, has been signed into law. "It is more important than ever to fortify our elections from Trump's federal interference," said Secretary of State Jena Griswold. "With this new law, we will send out ballots more PR

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- The Colorado Cattlemen's Association, Denver, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service expressing concerns regarding the proposed information collection activities related to experimental populations under Section 10(j) of the Endangered Species Act. The letter focuses on the operational difficulties faced by Colorado livestock producers due to the state's wolf reintroduction program and urges the agency to address numerous implementation  more ST

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- The Colorado Department of Natural Resources submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Land Management (BLM) regarding the proposed Direct Final Rule on oil and gas leasing fees, rentals, and royalties. CODNR emphasizes the importance of considering impacts to wildlife, people, and the environment while addressing the development of federal oil and gas leasing regulations. Dan Gibbs, Executive Director, raised concerns about the c more ST

GOLDEN, Colorado, June 3 -- Colorado School of Mines posted the following news: * * * Colorado School of Mines Formula SAE team earns highest finish in program history * Colorado School of Mines had its best overall finish in program history at the 2026 Formula SAE Michigan Internal Combustion Competition, earning 14th place out of 117 teams at Michigan International Speedway. The student-led team posted an overall score of 662.2 points -a 25 percent increase over the previous season. The  more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 4 -- The Consumer Technology Association issued the following news release on June 3, 2026: * * * CTA Foundation Supports Accessibility Programs with $700K in New Grants From AI-powered tools helping older adults age in place to smart glasses opening up everyday tasks for people who are blind or have low vision, the CTA Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Consumer Technology Association(R) (CTA), today is announcing $700,000 in grants to 32 nonprofit organizatio more PR

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior, through its Bureau of Reclamation, has announced the launch of the Native American Affairs: Fiscal Year 2025 Colorado River Basin Tribal Drought Resiliency Program. This initiative aims to strengthen drought resilience for Native American tribes affected by ongoing water scarcity issues in the Colorado River Basin. The program is designed to provide financial support ranging from $50,000 to $1 million for projects that foster innovative more ST

WASHINGTON, June 3 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11477) by American national government analysts Sarah J. Eckman and Karen L. Shanton. Here are excerpts: * * * Early Voting and Mail Voting: Overview and Issues for Congress Voting in person at a polling place on Election Day is the most widespread voting practice. States and localities also offer some or all eligible voters opportunities to vote without going to the polls on E more PR

ADA, Oklahoma, June 3 -- East Central University posted the following news: * * * ECU releases Spring 2026 President's Honor Roll * ADA, Okla. - East Central University is recognizing students for their outstanding academic work during the Spring 2026 semester by naming them to the President's Honor Roll. The President's Honor Roll is reserved for students who earn A's in all of their courses for a perfect 4.0 GPA. At least 12 credit hours must be completed successfully during the semester more PR

DENVER, Colorado, June 3 -- The University of Colorado posted the following news: * * * Experience Summer in Denver with These Activities * One of the many perks of learning and working at CU Denver is our prime location. The Mile High City is buzzing with activity year-round-especially in the summertime. Whether you're interested in catching live music, browsing artwork, or exploring the nearby mountains, there's something for everyone. If you need ideas, we've compiled a list of activities more PR

BINGHAMTON, New York, June 3 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: * * * Four Binghamton University faculty achieve SUNY distinguished professor status in 2026 The title is reserved for those who have achieved national or international prominence in their discipline By Jennifer Micale and Chris Kocher Four Binghamton University faculty members have been named distinguished professors, the highest rank awarded by the State University of New York. The title is reserved for thos more PR

NEW YORK, June 3 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York posted the following news release: * * * Four Tren De Aragua Members Who Illegally Entered The U.S. Plead Guilty To Murdering Two U.S. Citizens On NYC Street * United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay Clayton, Acting Attorney General for the United States, Todd Blanche, United States Secretary of Homeland Security, Markwayne Mullin, Director of Joint Task Force Vulcan ("JTFV"),  more PR

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, June 4 -- The Florida State University's College of Criminology and Criminal Justice issued the following news: * * * Alumna Draws on Data to Drive her Work Helping People with Disabilities Since graduating from Florida State University's College of Criminology and Criminal Justice (CCCJ) in 1996, Ali Thompson's career has taken her far from Tallahassee. Nearly 30 years later, Thompson calls Colorado home but her connection to her alma mater is as strong as ever -- root more PR

WASHINGTON, June 3 [Category: Sociological] -- The American Economic Liberties Project posted the following news release: * * * Gov. Polis's Surveillance Pricing Veto Aligns with Big Tech, Leaving Colorado Families Unprotected Against Invasive Big Data Creep * COLORADO - In response to news that Colorado Gov. Jared Polis vetoed what would have been the country's first true surveillance pricing bill the American Economic Liberties Project released the following statement: "Governor Polis ha more PR

DENVER, Colorado, June 3 -- Gov. Jared Polis, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Polis Appoints Three New Members to Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission, Reappoints Two * DENVER - Today, Governor Polis made three new appointments and two reappointments to the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission. The appointments include an active big game hunter and veterinarian, a globally recognized outdoor industry leader and West Slope rancher, and a nationally recognized more PR

DENVER, Colorado, June 3 -- Gov. Jared Polis, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Polis Signs Bills to Support Victims of Crime, Protect Public Safety, and Lower Cost of Prescription Drugs * DENVER - Today, Governor Polis signed bills into law to support victims of crime, protect public safety, save people money on prescription drugs and more. Governor Polis signed HB26-1009 \- Colorado Mandatory Lethality Assessment Act, sponsored by Majority Leader Monica Duran, more PR

DENVER, Colorado, June 3 -- Gov. Jared Polis, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Polis Takes Action on Bills * DENVER - Today Governor Polis signed the following bills into law. * SB26-003 \- End-of-Life Management of Electric Vehicle Batteries, sponsored by Senators Katie Wallace and Lisa Cutter, and Representatives Kyle Brown and Rebekah Stewart Read the Governor's Signing Statement * SB26-006 \- Parity for Non-Opioid Pain Management Drugs, sponsored by Sen more PR

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Hickenlooper Shreds Trump over Slush Fund for Tina Peters, Cost-of-living Emergency * Hickenlooper: "The president calls it the art of the deal... taxpayers pay in. His allies get payouts." Hickenlooper plans to force a vote on his amendment to permanently stop Trump's slush fund payments On Monday, he penned an op-ed for MS NOW about Tina Peters walking free WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Sena more PR

WASHINGTON, June 4 -- The Independent Petroleum Association of America issued the following news release on June 2, 2026: * * * U.S. House Passes Key Public Lands Energy Permitting Bill In an overwhelmingly bipartisan vote, the U.S. House of Representatives today passed a bill to support federal employees working on oil and natural gas approvals in Bureau of Land Management offices across the West. The Independent Petroleum Association of America, or IPAA, and Western Energy Alliance today ap more PR

DENVER, Colorado, June 3 -- Gov. Jared Polis, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Lt. Governor Primavera Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs * DURANGO, CO -Today, Lt. Governor Dianne Primavera, Chair of the Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs (CCIA), joined Tribal leaders, state agency partners, former Commissioners, and community members at Fort Lewis College to celebrate the Commission's 50th anniversary. Since 1976, CCIA has work more PR

GRAND JUNCTION, Colorado, June 3 -- Colorado Mesa University posted the following news: * * * Mavericks for Life: CMU Tennis * A look at the people whose connection to CMU extends far beyond their time as student-athletes Colorado Mesa University (CMU) continues to keep alumni players involved in its athletics programs, including both the men's and women's tennis teams. Finding success throughout the years, head coach Dan MacDonald has been with the program for 20 years. He even coached cu more PR

WASHINGTON, June 4 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Reclamation issued the following news release on June 3, 2026: * * * Reclamation advances effort to expand water supply tools for challenged Colorado River Basin CARLSBAD, CA -- A new pathway for moving water where it's needed most in the Colorado River Basin took shape today, as the Bureau of Reclamation and major water agencies in California, Nevada, and Arizona signed a Memorandum of Understanding to jointly explore how de more PR

WASHINGTON, June 2 -- Rep. Joseph Neguse, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Neguse Leads Colorado House Democrats in Introducing Immigration and Customs Enforcement Reforms * The bills are House companions to legislation introduced by Senator Bennet as Republicans attempt to pour billions more into the agencies without any accountability measures. Washington, D.C. - Today, Colorado Congressman Joe Neguse led the state's House Democratic delegation in introducing thr more PR

PHOENIX, Arizona, June 3 [Category: BizEnergy] -- The Salt River Project, a public power utility and electricity provider, issued the following news: * * * Southwest Water Leaders Sign MOU to Explore Framework for Interstate Exchanges * Today, the Bureau of Reclamation and agencies in California, Nevada and Arizona signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the Claude "Bud" Lewis Carlsbad Desalination Plant to jointly explore new water supply solutions for the Colorado River Basin. The  more PR

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Department of Education Issues Warning Letter to Jefferson County Public Schools in Colorado as District Refuses to Follow Title IX * Today, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) issued a warning letter to Jefferson County Public Schools (the District) in Colorado for its ongoing refusal to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX). This le more PR

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, June 3 -- The University of Colorado issued the following news release: * * * UCCS recognized for achievements in AI Several UCCS staff and faculty have been recognized for their efforts in AI, with some receiving awards and others grants. AI Sprint Grant: AI for Teaching & Learning The AI Sprint Grant: AI for Teaching & Learning is focused on improving course outcomes using AI with goals of supporting and accelerating innovative teaching practices that leverage  more PR

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, June 2 -- The University of Colorado issued the following news release: * * * UCCS wins first place in national cybersecurity outreach competition for third consecutive year UCCS has taken first place in the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C) Outreach Competition for the third consecutive year, earning national recognition for its commitment to cybersecurity education and community engagement from the NSA (National Security Agency) an more PR

BOULDER, Colorado, June 3 -- The University of Colorado Boulder Leeds School of Business issued the following news: * * * Tony Kong Earns Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award to Research Trust and Human-Centered Workplaces By Jane Majkiewicz How can we enable people to be more prosocial--and how could human prosociality make organizations stronger? That's the kind of question Professor of Organizational Leadership and Information Analytics Dejun "Tony" Kong is passionate about and has built his car more PR

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, May 29 -- The University of Colorado issued the following news release: * * * College of Education and College of Public Service partner with Colorado Division of Criminal Justice In a fantastic showing of cross-campus and community collaboration, faculty from the College of Education (COE) and College of Public Service (CPS) combined their expertise and knowledge to create a leadership development program for Colorado Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ) personnel.  more PR

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, June 3 -- The University of Colorado issued the following news release: * * * Engineering faculty awarded Front Range Consortium grants Two faculty within the College of Engineering and Applied Science (EAS) have been granted funding from the Front Range Consortium (FRC) to further their research that can be applied to strengthening defense systems. Computer Science Associate Professor Sang-Yoon Chang, Ph.D., and Electrical and Computer Engineering Professor Heath more PR

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, May 29 -- The University of Colorado issued the following news release: * * * Mountain Lions extend academic excellence streak to 44 consecutive semesters above 3.0 GPA The UCCS Department of Athletics continued its longstanding tradition of academic excellence during the 2025-26 academic year, recording its 44th consecutive semester and 22nd straight year with a department GPA above 3.00. The Mountain Lions recorded a 3.268 GPA during the spring 2026 semester and more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, June 3 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * The risk of wildfire smoke: How people respond to it With a NASA grant, a U-M/Michigan Tech collaboration is working to help people better protect themselves from smoke and other air pollutants produced by wildfires RESEARCH TO WATCH WHAT'S THE STUDY: Researchers at the University of Michigan and Michigan Technological University are performing an in-depth analysis of smoke and other air pollutants pr more PR

LINCOLN, Nebraska, June 4 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news: * * * New Husker-developed wheat, triticale varieties support Nebraska producers By Geitner Simmons, IANR Communications The warm winter, prolonged drought and spring freezes have combined to make this a punishing year for western Nebraska wheat growers. The challenges are steep, but new wheat and triticale varieties developed by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with producer input provide hope for future s more PR

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency issued the following news release: * * * USDA Designates Five Arizona Counties as Natural Disaster Areas * Arizona This Secretarial natural disaster designation allows the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through emergency loans. Emergency loans can be used to meet various recovery needs in more PR

DENVER, Colorado, June 4 -- Western Energy Alliance issued the following news release on June 2, 2026: * * * U.S. House Passes Key Public Lands Energy Permitting Bill In an overwhelmingly bipartisan vote, the U.S. House of Representatives today passed a bill to support federal employees working on oil and natural gas approvals in Bureau of Land Management offices across the West. Western Energy Alliance and the Independent Petroleum Association of America, or IPAA, today applauded the leaders more PR

WASHINGTON, June 3 -- Sen. Michael F. Bennet, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * What They're Saying: Leaders Across the Nation Applaud Senate Passage of Bennet, Grassley Legislation to Extend Rural Hospital Program * Denver -Over a dozen rural hospital leaders from across Colorado and the United States are praising the unanimous Senate passage of the Rural Community Hospital Demonstration Reauthorization Act, led by Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, co-chair of the Sen more PR

WASHINGTON, June 4 -- WilmerHale, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * WilmerHale Recognized in 2026 IAM Patent 1000 Rankings The IAM Patent 1000 has again recognized WilmerHale and a number of its partners in its annual rankings, which focus exclusively on patent practice and serve as a leading resource for identifying world-class patent expertise. According to IAM, the guide highlights firms and individuals based on the depth of their knowledge, market presence and sophistication of more PR