DALLAS, Texas, July 15 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, issued the following news release: * * * $20K Grant from FHLB Dallas and BankPlus Paves the Way for Mississippi Family's First Home Purchase * MERIDIAN, MISSISSIPPI, July 15, 2026 - Jharmain and Charity Inge of Meridian, Mississippi, recently achieved their dream of homeownership with the support of a $20,000 Homebuyer Equity Leverage Partnership (HELP) grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas), awarded t more PR

PLANO, Texas, July 16 [Category: BizTransportation] -- Toyota Motor Sales USA posted the following news: * * * 2027 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid Combines Electrified Performance and Everyday Efficiency * * New Black Exterior Color Available: Inked * SE Grade Delivers an EPA-Estimated 44-Mile All-Electric Range and 51 MPG Combined Rating in Hybrid Mode * The 2027 Toyota Prius Is Expected to Arrive at Toyota Dealerships This Summer * Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price, Excluding Dealer Processing and Handling, Starts at $33,980  more PR

PLANO, Texas, July 16 [Category: BizTransportation] -- Toyota Motor Sales USA posted the following news: * * * 2027 Toyota Prius: Designed to Stand Out, Built on Hybrid Innovation * * New Black Exterior Color Available: Inked * Impressive Fuel Economy with an EPA-Estimated 55 MPG Combined Rating on the LE Grade * The 2027 Toyota Prius Is Expected to Arrive at Toyota Dealerships This Summer * Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price, Excluding Dealer Processing and Handling, Starts at $28,755 PLANO, Texas (July 16, 2026) - The 2027  more PR

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Department of Energy Office of Science Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory issued the following news: * * * Twenty-Five Graduate Students, Early-Career Researchers Selected to Attend EMSL 2026 Summer School In Person On-site learning includes application-based training related to understanding critical minerals and materials biogeochemistry - Strengthening a domestic supply of critical minerals and materials (CMM) is critical to the United States' pursuit of greater energy independence. To help support t more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, July 16 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * 59MDW/ST, BAMC collaborate with HJF to award 2026 CSION fellowships * JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas - The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine has partnered with the Air Force's 59th Medical Wing Office of the Chief Scientist, Science & Technology and the Brooke Army Medical Center Department of Clinical Investigation to provide gifted funding for the Clinician Scient more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, July 16 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * 59th Medical Wing partners with BioMedSA to accelerate medical technology commercialization * JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas - The 59th Medical Wing, Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, recently executed a new partnership agreement with BioMedSA to advance medical science and technology. This collaboration utilizes a partnership intermediary agreement to bridge the gap between military medical r more PR

DALLAS, Texas, July 17 -- 7-Eleven, a convenience store chain, issued the following news release: * * * 7-Eleven, Inc. and Mattel Team Up for a Turbocharged Collab for a Limited-Edition Hot Wheels Collectible Car Race to stores for the exclusive 2017 Nissan GT-R (R35) die-cast supercar IRVING, TX -- Start your engines: 7-Eleven, Inc. is back in the fast lane with Hot Wheels(R), dropping an exclusive 2017 Nissan GT-R (R35) die-cast car in collaboration with Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT), a leading global play and family entertainment company a more PR

LONDON, England, July 17 -- A and O Shearman, a law firm, issued the following news on July 16, 2026: * * * A&O Shearman profits rise 14% as firm sharpens its focus A&O Shearman today announced profit before tax of USD1.6 billion, up 14%, and profit per equity partner (PEP) of USD2.9 million, up 12%, for the financial year ended April 30, 2026. Revenue was USD3.7 billion, in line with the prior year in U.S. dollar terms, with revenue per partner up 11.3%. Two years on from the merger, the firm is more profitable, more focused, and advising  more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * A.I.-Driven Program Blocking WA Seniors From Pain Relief Will Continue After Republicans Vote to Maintain It * 07.16.26 In floor speech after vote, Cantwell urges colleagues to "please get educated" after failure of resolution that could have halted WISeR, an A.I. pilot program blocking and delaying procedures for Medicare patients; WA seniors report going through multiple rounds of A.I.-driven denials while they suffer in pain waiting for t more PR

WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSFR) -- The Committee for Purchase From People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled is proposing to remove four custodial and janitorial services from the Procurement List under the AbilityOne Program. Comments are due by August 15, 2026. The proposed deletions cover services at National Park Service sites in Brookline, Massachusetts; a federal office building in Fort Collins, Colorado; a federal building in Carson City, Nevada; and the William R. Burke Courthouse in Lufkin, Texas. Michael R. Jurkowski, Director, Busines more PR

COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 15 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * After Ramaswamy's Seven Day Euro Trip, Here Are Seven Reasons to Not Trust Vivek Ramaswamy * Columbus, Ohio- Long time, no see. Vivek Ramaswamy spent the past week abandoning Ohioans on the campaign trail to enjoy his Euro summer. During his 7-day soiree abroad, Vivek enjoyed the glow of the Eiffel Tower before jet-setting to Geneva, Switzerland. After a week enjoying the finer things in life, Ramaswamy decided to pack his bags, board his private jet, and  more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, July 16 -- Texas A&M University, a component of the public university system in Texas, posted the following news from its agriculture program: * * * AgriLife Extension presents Superior Service Awards to honor employees * Faculty and staff of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will gather from across the state to receive the agency's Superior Service Awards during a ceremony on July 16 in the new Texas 4-H Headquarters. The Superior Service Award is the highest recognition given to employees in honor of their exemplar more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Coast Guard issued the following news: * * * Anchored in Excellence: Meet the 2026 Inspirational Leadership Award Winners * The Coast Guard proudly honors eight outstanding individuals as the winners of the 2026 Coast Guard Inspirational Leadership Awards. Out of 99 nominees, these active duty, reserve, civilian, and auxiliary leaders exemplify the Coast Guard's Core Values of Honor, Respect, and Devotion to Duty and inspire others to achieve greatness. They represent the very  more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, July 16 [Category: Education] -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities posted the following news release: * * * Applications due July 31 for VOLARE Institute's third cohort * The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities is accepting applications through July 31, 2026, for the third cohort of its Visioning, Organizing, Leading, and Advancing the Research Enterprise Institute (VOLARE). The yearlong program begins fall 2026 and is designed for colleges and universities seeking to strengthen resear more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Arrington Advances Reconciliation 3.0 * Washington, D.C. - Today, the House Budget Committee passed the Concurrent Resolution on the Budget for Fiscal Year 2027, a critical first step in unlocking the reconciliation process to support our troops, secure our elections, and strengthen our food supply. Upon passage of the resolution, House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) issued the following statement: "Republicans are united and undeter more PR

DALLAS, Texas, July 16 [Category: BizAerospace] -- Southwest Airlines posted the following news release: * * * Back to School Season is Spring Break Trip Planning Season on Southwest * With the first day of school around the corner, the time is approaching to start planning Spring Break 2027 trips and Southwest Airlines(r) is ready to take Customers to beaches, mountains, and everywhere in between. The carrier's flight schedule is now available for booking through early April 2027 with record-high departures in Austin and Orlando, along wit more PR

NEW YORK, July 16 (TNSrep) -- Bankrate, a provider of financial services, issued the following news release: * * * Top 10 Markets for Mortgage Overpayment: See Where Homebuyers Overpaid the Most in 2025 Bankrate finds every single metro area in the US is overpaying for mortgages. The homeowners paying the most were in Victoria and Tyler, Texas, followed by Los Angeles and Santa Fe, N.M. - Overpaying for your home mortgage is a national epidemic hitting consumers in the wallet. A new Bankrate analysis finds that U.S. homebuyers in every met more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 15 -- The Baylor College of Medicine posted the following news: * * * Baylor receives NIH grant for Population Genomic Screening Network * Baylor College of Medicine's Human Genome Sequencing Center will serve as the sequencing center for the new Population Genomic Screening Network (PGSN), an NIH-funded program piloting community-level testing for well-understood genetic conditions in a primary care setting. Baylor is expected to receive $9.9 million over five years from the National Human Genome Research Institute.  more PR

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas, July 17 -- Texas AandM University Corpus Christi campus issued the following news: * * * Beyond the Badge: TAMU-CC Opens Pathway toward Bachelor's Degree for Police Academy Graduates Greg Chandler Years of patrol work, crisis response, and academy training may now count toward a college degree at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, where police academy credentials are now accepted as transferable credit toward a Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS) in Criminal Justice. Officers who complete a Texas police ac more PR

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 12, 2026 Steve Pearce, BLM Director Bureau of Land Management 1849 C St. NW, Room 5686 Washington, DC 20240 Submitted via https://www.regulations.gov/document/BLM-2026-0001-0001 Re: Revision of Regulations for Grazing Administration, Exclusive of Alaska, BLM-2026- 0001 Dear Director Pearce, Defenders of Wildlife submits the following comments in response to t more ST

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management issued the following news release: * * * BLM's Second-Quarter 2026 Oil and Gas Lease Sales Generate $4.1 Billion * WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Bureau of Land Management generated more than $4.1 billion in total receipts from oil and gas lease sales held in the second quarter of 2026 - in line with the Trump administration's Energy Dominance initiative. These revenues reflect an ongoing focus on unleashing domestic energy, supporting job growth, and promoting eff more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Greg Casar, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Casar, Oversight Democrats Demand Investigation of ICE Murdering Lorenzo Salgado Araujo * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Greg Casar (TX-35), lead Democrat on the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on Federal Law Enforcement, led Texas Democrats on the committee demanding an investigation into the killing of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agents. Casar is joined by Reps. Jasmine Crockett (TX-30), C more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Castro Leads 110 Democrats in Demanding Dilley Trailer Prison Be Shut Down * July 16, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. -Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20) led a group of 111 Democratic House members in a nationwide call to end family detention and shut down the Dilley Immigration Processing Center in South Texas. In the letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Markwayne Mullin, the lawmakers highlight the brutality of family detent more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Castro, Booker Reintroduce Bicameral Bill to Expand Advanced Coursework Opportunities for Underrepresented Students * July 16, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20) and U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) reintroduced the Advanced Coursework Equity Act, bicameral legislation that would create a federal grant program to help states and school districts increase the enrollment of underrepresented students in advanced coursew more PR

NEW YORK, July 17 -- The Catholic League for Religious and Civil Rights, an organization that defends the right of Catholics to participate in American public life without defamation or discrimination, issued the following commentary on July 16, 2026, by President Bill Donohue: * * * WHAT DO DEM RADICALS WANT? It is one thing to disagree with those who hold to contrary political views, quite another to label them crazy. Doing so should not be done with abandon, lest it diminish the credibility of the accuser. But these days, there is no shor more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 16 [Category: BizEnergy] -- CenterPoint Energy posted the following news release: * * * CenterPoint Energy Foundation awards $350,000 in energy efficiency grants to southwestern Indiana nonprofits to help reduce costs * Fourteen local grant recipients include the Tri-State Food Bank, Vanderburgh County CASA and the Vanderburgh County Humane Society, among others Grants are part of CenterPoint Energy Foundation's $5 million Community Energy Improvement Fund, which to date has provided $2.5 million in funding to CenterP more PR

WASHINGTON, July 15 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Conference of State Bank Supervisors posted the following news release: * * * Community Banking Research Conference Announces 2026 Selected Papers * ST. LOUIS -The Federal Reserve System, the Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC) today announced the research papers selected for presentation at the 14th annual Community Banking Research Conference on Oct. 6-7, 2026. The invitation-only conference will be hosted at the Federal Reserv more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Vicente Gonzalez, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Vicente Gonzalez & Moderate Republicans Prevent Washington Extremists from Taking Benefits Away from South Texas Veterans The proposed largest cut to veterans' benefits in a generation is a stark turn from when Congress delivered the largest expansion of veterans' health care in a bipartisan manner through the Honoring Our PACT Act nearly 4 years ago. -- Today, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (TX-34) stood with South Texas veterans and more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Tony Wied, R-Wisconsin, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Wied Introduces Bill to Help Restore U.S. Manufacturing * WASHINGTON, DC -Congressman Tony Wied (R-WI) introduced the Restoring American Manufacturing (RAM) Act to provide resources to small businesses seeking to bring their manufacturing back to the United States. The RAM Act would codify the Small Business Administration's (SBA) Make Onshoring Great Again Portal, connecting small businesses who seek to onshore their operations with v more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Escobar Celebrates Announcement of BOTA Modernization Project Industry Day * Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) celebrated the announcement that the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) will be hosting an Industry Day for the Bridge of the Americas (BOTA) Land Port of Entry Modernization Project later this month. "I'm proud to share that the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) will be announcing the three Design-B more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Escobar Leads Texas Democratic Delegation in Letter to HHS, ORR on Unaccompanied Minors * Today, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) led a letter of the entire Texas Democratic Delegation to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Acting Director of the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) Angie Salazar voicing their concerns that ORR may be preparing to relocate unaccompanied minors, potentially to sp more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, issued the following news: * * * Cornyn Praises Announcement of Saronic's Port Alpha Project at the Port of Brownsville * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released the following statement in response to Governor Abbott's announcement that Saronic is investing more than $3 billion to build the Port Alpha Project at the Port of Brownsville: "As threats from foreign adversaries continue to grow, I'm glad that Saronic has made a historic national security investment in our state by more PR

IRVINE, California, July 17 (TNSxrep) -- Cotality (formerly CoreLogic) issued the following news release: * * * Annual Single-Family Rent growth remains below trend while spring leasing season drives stronger gains The three-month change in rent growth was stronger than normal, but it is being held back by weak prices compared to 2025. * U.S. single-family rent prices increased 1.3% year over year in May 2026. * Florida and parts of Texas continue to soften, while Midwest and Northeast markets remain the strongest performers. * Los Angel more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, July 17 -- CrowdStrike Inc., a cybersecurity platform for protecting areas of enterprise risk - endpoints and cloud workloads, identity and data, issued the following news on July 16, 2026: * * * CrowdStrike and Schwarz Digits Expand Strategic Partnership to Deliver Sovereign Cybersecurity Across Europe CrowdStrike to acquire XM Cyber intellectual property and provide customers a pathway to exposure management on the CrowdStrike Falcon(R) platform; Schwarz Digits to adopt the Falcon platform and extend access for customers acr more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, July 17 -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release: * * * CrowdStrike Named Company of the Year for Identity Threat Detection and Response Continuous, risk-aware identity security becomes the market standard as AI agents and non-human identities (NHIs) expose the limitations of fragmented, static access controls AUSTIN, Texas - Frost & Sullivan is pleased to announce that CrowdStrike has been named the 20 more PR

NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, July 16 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Entergy posted the following news release: * * * Delivering energy like nowhere else to the Gulf South region (POLITICO) * Watch the full interview with Entergy Chair and CEO Drew Marsh on the POLITICO Energy Summit stage. O pportunity is accelerating across the Gulf South region, and Entergy is powering that momentum. As the world's largest companies invest, grow and innovate in Gulf South communities, Entergy is meeting them with the infrastructure, reliability and responsible pla more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas, July 15 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: * * * Demolition of USAF Regional Hospital Sheppard AFB By 1st Lt. Rainy Ellis, 82nd Training Wing  SHEPPARD AIR FORCE BASE, Texas - Constructed in 1963, the hospital was a familiar landmark for thousands who lived, trained and served at Sheppard. Today, its demolition reflects the Air Force's continued investment in facilities that better support patient care, medical readiness and the future of Team Sheppard more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, July 16 -- Texas A&M University, a component of the public university system in Texas, posted the following news from its agriculture program: * * * Department of Animal Science faculty and students earn national honors * Faculty and students from the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Animal Science earned national recognition at the 79th Reciprocal Meat Conference, RMC. The conference was hosted by the American Meat Science Association, AMSA, June 21-24 in Amarillo. The RMC is the premier  more PR

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on July 16, 2026: * * * The Department of Justice Sues Maryland, Challenging its State Laws that Provide In-State Tuition to Illegal Aliens This lawsuit is the 13th filed to challenge in-state tuition for illegal aliens - Today, the Department of Justice sued Maryland, challenging its state law and regulation that provide in-state tuition and financial assistance for illegal aliens. The Department alleges in its filing that these laws unconstitutionally more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas, July 16 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: * * * Early OT flying brings T-7A closer to operational use By Katherine C. Gandara, Public Affairs Advisor, Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center  EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. - The 412th Test Wing and the Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center's Detachment 5 flew the first joint sortie in a T-7A Red Hawk at Edwards Air Force Base. This flight positions the Airpower Foundations Combined more PR

SANTA BARBARA, California, July 15 [Category: BizReal Estate] (TNSrep) -- Yardi, a provider of property management software and investment management solutions for real estate, issued the following news release: * * * Elevated supply moderates U.S. multifamily rent growth, Yardi Matrix reports Economic trends could boost sector's fundamentals; investors remain enthusiastic - The U.S. multifamily market closed out the first half of 2026 showing modest growth, as the average month-over-month U.S. advertised rent rose by $4 in June and year- more PR

NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, July 16 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Entergy posted the following news release: * * * Entergy Arkansas expands summer customer care events * LITTLE ROCK, Ark. - As summer temperatures continue to climb, Entergy Arkansas is expanding in-person customer care events across the state, including an additional event in Little Rock at the Watershed Family Resource Center where a limited number of free fans will be available to help customers stay cool during the hottest months of the year. These pop-up events connect customers  more PR

COMMERCE, Texas, July 16 -- East Texas A&M University (formerly the Texas A&M University Commerce campus) issued the following news release: * * * ETAMU Professor Says 2026 FIFA World Cup Is Transforming Soccer Culture in the U.S. * After attending four FIFA World Cup tournaments spanning more than 30 years, East Texas A&M professor Dr. Robert Rodriguez shares why this year's tournament marks a turning point for soccer in America. As millions of Americans have tuned in to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the tournament has become more than an int more PR

IRVING, Texas, July 16 -- Scouting America (formerly the Boy Scouts of America) issued the following news release: * * * Evacuation Order For Scouting America Northern Tier High Adventure Base Due to changing wildfire conditions and in the interest of public safety, the St. Louis County Sheriff's Department has directed the evacuation of Scouting America's Northern Tier High Adventure Base and other locations in the northern part of the county. The evacuation order is being implemented as a precautionary measure as wildfire activity in the  more PR

NEW YORK, July 16 [Category: Sociological] -- Everytown for Gun Safety posted the following news release: * * * Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund Announces New Round of Volunteer Endorsements, Backing 44 Candidates Across 20 States * Endorsements Across AL, AZ, AR, CA, CO, FL, GA, IN, IA, KS, LA, MD, NJ, NY, NC, ND, OK, OR, TX, and VA Include Some of the Nation's Most Competitive Battleground Districts NEW YORK -Today, Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund announced its latest round of endorsements of Moms Demand Action volunteers runni more PR

DALLAS, Texas, July 16 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release: * * * Fans stepped up to the plate to learn CPR at the 2026 MLB All-Star Game * PHILADELPHIA, July 16, 2026 -When cardiac arrest strikes outside of a hospital, survival rates remain unacceptably low, often because CPR is not administered immediately, according to the American Heart Association. At the 2026 MLB All-Star Game, Major League Baseball (MLB) and the American Heart Association worked together to change that reality b more PR

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Fayette County Emergency Medical Services 1721 North Von Minden Rd., La Grange, Texas 78945 Phone: (979) 968-8991 | Fax: (979) 968-9488 www. fayettecoems.org Josh Vandever EMS Director RE: CMS-2449-P -- Medicaid Managed Care State Directed Payments and Medicaid Fee-for-Service Targeted Practitioner Supplemental Payments Dear Administrator Oz: I am writing on behal more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSFR) -- The Federal Reserve System is accepting public comments on an application for a bank holding company acquisition in Texas. Comments are due by August 17, 2026. Ark Financial Holding, Inc., of Cooper, Texas, applied to become a bank holding company by acquiring Cooper Lake Financial Corporation and indirectly acquiring The First National Bank in Cooper, both of Cooper, Texas. The application was filed under the Bank Holding Company Act and related regulations. Michele Taylor Fennell, Associate Secretary of the  more PR

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, July 16 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * First potential probiotic treatment for lupus identified at UT San Antonio * Scientists at The University of Texas at San Antonio have found a link between lupus and a bacterium in the gut microbiome. This discovery could lead to more effective treatment of the disease. Systemic lupus erythematosus, the most common form of lupus, is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects approximately 1.5 million Americans. The disease has no cure and cu more PR

PASADENA, Texas, July 16 -- San Jacinto College posted the following news: * * * Five with San Jac ties selected, signed in 2026 MLB Draft * PASADENA, Texas -San Jacinto College continues its tradition of producing professional baseball talent as three former Ravens were selected in the 2026 Major League Baseball Draft, an incoming San Jac freshman was also drafted, and another former Raven signed an undrafted free agent contract. "Seeing these players hear their names called in the MLB Draft is a proud moment for our program," said Eric  more PR

COMMERCE, Texas, July 16 -- East Texas A&M University (formerly the Texas A&M University Commerce campus) issued the following news release: * * * Full 2026 Schedule Revealed for Lion Volleyball * By Lion Athletics East Texas A&M University volleyball coach Joe Morales announced the full 2026 season for the Lions on Thursday. The Lions are slated to host 11 matches this fall on the Hunt Regional Healthcare Court in the Field House, which includes the four-team Lion Invitational to start the season on August 28-30. "I am extremely exci more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, July 14 -- Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr issued the following news release: * * * Carr Announces Multistate Settlement with 23andMe Over Genetic Data Breach Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr today announced that his office has joined with 41 other attorneys general in reaching a settlement with the bankruptcy trustee for 23andMe. This settlement resolves allegations stemming from a 2023 breach that compromised the genetic data of 6.9 million customers worldwide and includes $150 million in allowed claims for states. more PR

LOS ANGELES, California, July 15 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Gibson, Dunn and Crutcher, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Gibson Dunn Secures Landmark Attorney-Immunity Victory for In-House Counsel in First-Ever Merits Mandamus to Texas Business Court * On July 14, 2026, the Fifteenth Court of Appeals granted Gibson Dunn's petition for writ of mandamus in a ruling with crucial implications for attorney immunity of in-house counsel. The trial court action, Barras v. Reynolds, No. 25-BC11B-0032 (Tex. Bus. Ct. 11th Div.), involves more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, July 16 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Announces Saronic Technologies Expansion In Brownsville * Governor Greg Abbott today announced Saronic Technologies, Inc. will construct a next-generation shipyard, expected to be the largest shipyard in the country, called Port Alpha at the Port of Brownsville for the manufacture of medium- and large-class autonomous and autonomy-capable vessels during a press conference at Saronic's headquarters in Austin. "Today marks history w more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, July 16 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Appoints Seven To Texas Medical Board District Review Committees * Governor Greg Abbott appointed Manish Rungta, M.D. to the Texas Medical Board (TMB) District One Review Committee for a term set to expire on January 15, 2030, and appointed Elizabeth Cloninger, M.D. and Adrian Caraves to the committee for terms set to expire on January 15, 2032. The Governor reappointed Ivan Rovner, M.D. and appointed Steven Westbrook, Ed.D. to the  more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, July 15 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Updates Texans On Statewide Flooding Response * Governor Greg Abbott today held a severe weather briefing and press conference at the State Operations Center in Austin to provide an update on the state's ongoing response to flooding across Texas. "We are dealing with and responding to a flood that is likely going to break records," said Governor Abbott. "There are over 1,300 state personnel from more than 30 agencies that are alre more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 15 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas posted the following news release: * * * Grand jury indicts Iola man for online threats that included blowing up White House and killing law enforcement * HOUSTON - A 35-year-old man from a small town in Grimes County has been indicted for allegedly transmitting interstate threats via social media. Peter James Bloomfield remains in custody following his arrest June 24. A federal grand jury has now returned the three-count indictment, and he will  more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 16 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Halliburton Co., a provider of products and services to the energy industry, postedthe following news release: * * * Halliburton awarded LSTK contracts by Aramco for onshore oil re-entry program * HOUSTON - July 16, 2026 - Halliburton (NYSE: HAL) was awarded lump sum turnkey (LSTK) contracts by Aramco in multiple onshore fields in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The awards expand Halliburton's role in the program and demonstrate the Company's ability to grow through integrated well delivery at s more PR

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 13, 2026 Via Regulations.gov Lee Zeldin, Administrator Environmental Protection Agency William J. Clinton Building 1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington, DC 20460 Re: Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OAR-2025-0201, Ozone Reclassification State Implementation Rule Harris County Attorney's Office (HCAO) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments regarding the proposed Oz more ST

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, ranking member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, issued the following news release on July 16, 2026: * * * Heinrich Introduces Legislation and Grid Initiative Aimed at Delivering Cheap, Reliable Power to Working Families and Businesses The Grid Connection and Congestion Management Act aims to offer a fast-track solution for electricity generators to connect to the grid - Today, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich, Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Re more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Hill Country Flood Response Update and Shelter Locations * July 16, 2026 Heavy rainfall continues to impact communities across the Texas Hill Country, with significant flooding reported throughout the Guadalupe, Pedernales, Llano, and Nueces river basins and their tributaries. As of this morning, more than 80 water rescues had been conducted, with additional rescues underway. First responders continue working around the clock to protect lives and ass more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 17 (TNSrpt) -- Hines, a real estate investment manager, issued the following news release on July 16, 2026: * * * Hines Research Identifies the Scarcity Advantage as a Defining Theme for the Next Real Estate Cycle New mid year outlook finds investment opportunities have increasingly emerged where durable demand meets constrained future supply. - Structural supply constraints have become one of the defining forces shaping global real estate investment, according to Hines' 2026 Mid Year Outlook released today. The repor more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 15 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas posted the following news release: * * * Human smuggler with cartel ties sentenced for trafficking fentanyl laced with xylazine as part of Homeland Security Task Force investigation * LAREDO, Texas - A 24-year-old Laredo man has been ordered to federal prison for conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute fentanyl. Jorge Humberto Medrano Jr. pleaded guilty Jan. 6. U.S. District Judge John A. Kazen has now ordered Medrano to serve 135 month more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Brian Babin, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Fox News Publishes Rep. Brian Babin Op-Ed: "SCOTUS Has Shown Congress a Path on Birthright Citizenship. Lawmakers Must Act." * Washington, D.C. - Today, Fox News published an op-ed by Congressman Brian Babin (R-TX), Chairman of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee and author of the Birthright Citizenship Act, arguing that the Supreme Court has made clear that Congress must act to restore the original intent of the Fourteenth Amend more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Michael T. McCaul, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: McCaul Pens Op-Ed Honoring Senator Graham's Legacy, Calling on Congress to Pass Russia Sanctions Bill * WASHINGTON - U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) -chairman emeritus of the House Foreign Affairs Committee -penned an op-ed in The Washington Examiner honoring Senator Lindsey Graham's legacy and calling on Congress to pass his sanctions bill.Congress must honor Lindsey Graham's legacy by passing this bill Chairman Emeritus Mi more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Independent Women's Voice, an organization that fights for policy solutions for women, posted the following news release: * * * New Hampshire Women and Girls Miss Out On Another Opportunity to Privacy and Equality Independent Women commits to supporting renewed efforts to advance Stand With Women legislation next session. - CONCORD, NH -- On the heels of the Supreme Court ruling that Title IX reflects biological sex and not gender identity, New Hampshire leaders have missed an opportunity to enact Independent Wom more PR

WACO, Texas, July 16 [Category: Sports] -- The American Football Coaches Association posted the following news: * * * Inside the Headset Presented by CoachCommFrank Reich, Offensive Coordinator - New York Jets * On this week's episode of Inside the Headset - Presented by CoachComm, we're joined by Frank Reich, Offensive Coordinator of the New York Jets. Coach Reich has experienced nearly every level of professional football, first as an NFL quarterback and later as an offensive coordinator and head coach. Throughout the conversation, he s more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas, July 17 -- The U.S. Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center issued the following news: * * * Inside the white box: Milestone by milestone, the cadet chapel comes back The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center has taken a major step toward bringing the U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Chapel back to life, completing the first fully effective waterproofing system in the landmark's history and accelerating progress toward a 2028 reopening. In March, AFIMSC and prime contractor JE Dunn completed  more PR

SALISBURY, North Carolina, July 16 -- Catawba College posted the following news: * * * Jeff Little Trio Returns to Catawba College for August Concert Featuring Student Guest Artists * The renowned Jeff Little Trio will return to Catawba College for an evening of Appalachian-inspired music on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. in Keppel Auditorium, Robertson College-Community Center. A pre-concert reception will begin at 6 p.m. and will feature beer, wine, non-alcoholic beverages, and heavy hors d'oeuvres. This annual concert traditio more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 15 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas posted the following news release: * * * Jury returns guilty verdict in corruption trial * McALLEN, Texas - A 50-year-old Mission resident has been convicted of conspiracy to commit money laundering, violating the Travel Act, and witness tampering. The jury deliberated for approximately three hours before convicting Veronica Inez O'Cana following a three-day trial. O'Cana had conspired with others to launder approximately $30,000 in funds for t more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division has proposed a final judgment that would require Willow Bridge Property Company LLC, Dallas, Texas, to overhaul its use of apartment revenue management software, restrict its use of competitors' confidential rental data, and implement antitrust compliance measures to resolve allegations that it participated in unlawful pricing practices in multifamily housing markets. The proposal, published for public comment under the Antitrust Procedures and Penalties Act, is p more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Kaine, Murkowski Introduce Legislation to Boost Health Care Workforce, Address Shortages * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), members of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, introduced the Welcome Back to the Health Care Workforce Act, legislation to address health care workforce shortages across the country. The bill would help internationally educated health care profess more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, July 16 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Kilpatrick Townsend and Stockton, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Kilpatrick Partner Amanda Brouillette Named to WIPR's Influential Women in IP 2026 Kilpatrick is proud to announce that partner Amanda Brouillette has been named to World IP Review's (WIPR) Influential Women in IP 2026 list. The annual recognition celebrates an outstanding group of women whose expertise, leadership and achievements are shaping the future of intellectual property across the globe. It hig more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Krishnamoorthi and Smith Reintroduce Welcome Back to the Health Care Workforce Act to Strengthen America's Health Care Workforce * WASHINGTON -Today, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) and Congressman Adam Smith (D-WA) introduced the Welcome Back to the Health Care Workforce Act, legislation to help address the nation's persistent health care workforce shortage by helping internationally educated health care professionals overcome barri more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. John B. Larson, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Larson Calls for Independent Investigation into Killings of Joan Sebastian Guerrero and Lorenzo Salgado Araujo * Washington, D.C. - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) called for an independent investigation into the recent killing of Joan Sebastian Guerrero and Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by ICE agents. Following his call for the resignation of U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin earlier this week, he sent a letter to federal offi more PR

DALLAS, Texas, July 16 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Hunton Andrews Kurth, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Latinvex Names Hunton Among Latin America's Top Law Firms for 2026 * Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP has been recognized as a top international law firm in Latin America for the ninth year by Latinvex, an online publisher of daily news and weekly analysis on Latin America business. The 13 th annual ranking of top law firms working in Latin America spans 17 subcategories and is based on a combination of factors, including value, r more PR

NEW YORK, July 16 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund posted the following news: * * * LDF Prebunks Disproven Claims of Stolen 2020 Election Ahead of Trump's Speech on Elections and Voting * Tonight, President Donald Trump is scheduled to deliver remarks on U.S. elections and voting machines that will likely include his repeatedly disproven conspiracy theory of substantial fraud within the 2020 presidential election. Ahead of the president's address, LDF President and Director-Counsel Janai Nelson issued  more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, July 17 -- LPL Financial Holdings Inc., an investment advisory firm company, posted the following news release on July 16, 2026: * * * LPL Financial Welcomes Advisor Alan Feutz SAN DIEGO - LPL Financial LLC announced today that financial advisor Alan Feutz, CFP(R), has joined Genesis Wealth, an LPL-aligned wealth management firm, through LPL Financial's broker-dealer and Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) platforms. Feutz reported serving approximately $725 million in advisory, brokerage and retirement plan assets/* and joins more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Lujan, Welch, Schiff, Raskin, Ocasio-Cortez Introduce Legislation Imposing Gift Ban on Supreme Court Justices * Legislation Cracks Down on Lavish Gifts to Supreme Court Justices With $50 Limit Aligning Ethics Rules With Congress, Other Judges, and Federal Officials Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senators Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), Peter Welch (D-VT), and Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) introduced the High Court Gift Ban Act, legislation to close a glaring ethics more PR

AUGUSTA, Maine, July 17 (TNSletter) -- Gov. Janet Mills, D-Maine, issued the following letter to Sens. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, Reps. Chellie Pingree, D-Maine, and Jared Golden, D-Maine: * * * Here is the text of the letter: July 15, 2026 The Honorable Susan Collins United States Senate 413 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington D.C. 20510 - The Honorable Angus King United States Senate 133 Hart Senate Office Building Washington D.C. 20510 - The Honorable Chellie Pingree United States House of Rep more PR

SURREY, England, July 17 -- Air Cargo News issued the following news: * * * Mammoth to expand 777 freighter conversion operations to China By Rebecca Jeffrey Mammoth Freighters will expand its 777 freighter conversion operations to Qingdao and has selected STAECO as its latest conversion MRO provider. The Fort Worth, Texas-based freighter conversion company plans to open one conversion line at STAECO's new Qingdao facility in September, to add to its existing conversion lines at Aspire MRO in Fort Worth and STS Aviation Services UK Limite more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Michael T. McCaul, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * McCaul Returns from Momentous Visit to Ukraine * WASHINGTON - House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Emeritus Michael McCaul returned from private travel to Ukraine. While there, he met with Ukrainian troops near the front lines of the war, observed drone operations, received an award from President Zelensky, and held robust discussions with several other government officials and military leaders. Chairman Emeritus McCaul released the followin more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Nathaniel Moran, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Moran Leads Amicus Brief to SCOTUS Protecting First Amendment Rights * Congressman Nathaniel Moran (TX-01) led an amicus brief in Hershey v. Bossier City to protect First Amendment rights and ensure religious persecution doesn't persist in America. Rep. Glenn Grothman (WI-06) joined the amicus brief. "Mr. Hershey's constitutional rights were treated as optional the moment officers decided to ignore them," said Rep. Moran. "The Fifth Circuit's ru more PR

ALBANY, New York, July 17 (TNSbrep) -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release: * * * DiNapoli: NYC Hotel Industry Among Nation's Largest, Strongest Demand for NYC Hotels Leads U.S., but International Visitors Still Lagging and Employment Remains Below Pre-Pandemic Levels - New York City's hotel industry is one of the nation's strongest, with high demand for rooms led by a surge in domestic visitors, but it remains vulnerable to changes in tourism and the continued loss of international travelers due more PR

STEPHENVILLE, Texas, July 16 -- Tarleton State University posted the following news: * * * Nation's Fastest University Supercomputer Opens New Doors for Tarleton State Research * STEPHENVILLE, Texas -Tarleton State University researchers, faculty and students now have access to the nation's fastest university supercomputer, courtesy of The Texas A&M System. The A&M System's new VISION supercomputer is the most powerful university supercomputer in the United States, according to the June 2026 TOP500 list, which ranks the 500 most powerful  more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service is soliciting public comments on properties nominated for listing or related actions in the National Register of Historic Places. COLORADO Conejos County Ruybal Homestead, Address Restricted, Antonito, SG100013296 Denver County Cullen-Thompson Motor Company, (Jules Jacques Benois Benedict Architecture in Colorado MPS), 1000 Broadway, Denver, MP100013295 Wat Buddhawararam, 4801 Julian Street, Denver, SG100013307 INDIANA Marion County Belmont Beach more PR

NEW YORK, July 17 -- Newmark Group, a commercial real estate company that says they offer comprehensive suite of services and products, posted the following news release: * * * Newmark Arranges Sale of 1,736-Acre Master-Planned Community Near Niederwald, Texas Newmark announces the Company has arranged the sale of The Ridge, a 1,736-acre master-planned development site near Niederwald, Texas. Newmark Director Steven Boice brokered the transaction between Walton Global and Wilson Capital. Planned as one of Central Texas' largest mixed-use re more PR

OAKLAND, California, July 16 -- Positive Women's Network-USA issued the following news: * * * Nothing About Us Moves Without Us: Women Living with HIV and the Fight for Democracy What is #PWNVotes? #PWNVotes is PWN-USA's approach to building long-term political power by engaging voters to advance racial, gender, and reproductive justice, transform systems, and shift narratives. We do this work alongside our members, allies, and communities in conversations about the issues that matter most to people living with HIV. #PWNVotes is multi-p more PR

WASHINGTON, July 15 [Category: Education] -- The American Council on Education issued the following news release: * * * NOVA President Anne Kress to Serve as ACE Board Chair * Anne M. Kress, president of Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA), will be the next chair of the ACE Board of Directors. Anne M. Kress Kress was formally named today during ACE's business meeting, conducted via a webinar with ACE members, and her term will begin on Oct. 1, 2026. She succeeds Tom Stritikus, president of Occidental College, who will c more PR

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, July 16 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release: * * * Nurses, constituents demand Sen. Durbin return donations from Palantir, ICE's top tech contractor * Nurses and constituents held a press conference and protest on Wednesday, July 15 at the Chicago residence of Senator Dick Durbin to demand he donate his financial contributions from Palantir Technologies, the tech company powering ICE surveillance, to immigrant rights groups. According to Purge Palantir's "Palantir Payroll" t more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * On Senate Floor, Murray Urges Colleagues to End Trump Administration's AI Program that is Delaying and Denying Seniors' Health Care Murray : "People choose Traditional Medicare because they want to make their health care decisions with their doctor-not with a private company that's out to make a profit."  ICYMI : Murray, Cantwell Introduce Resolution to Overturn A.I.-Driven Program That's Overruling WA Doctors & Delaying Care for Seniors - Wa more PR

CHAMPAIGN, Illinois, July 16 -- The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus issued the following news: * * * Paper: Self-driving trucks will redraw US economic map * CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -Technological advances in autonomous truck technology are poised to have significant economic ripple effects for U.S. interstate commerce, highway infrastructure and labor costs, says new research co-written by a team of University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign economists. Self-driving truck technology "has a very high potential to change the economic g more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Al Green Addresses Possible Cover-Up in Federal ICE-Related Investigations, Calls for Impeachment * (Washington, DC) -On Thursday, July 16, 2026, Congressman Al Green delivered remarks on the House floor expressing concern about the possibility of a cover-up in federal investigations involving ICE-related fatalities in Houston, Maine, and Minnesota. During his remarks, Congressman Green also called for the impeachment of President Donald J. Trump.  more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Angie Craig, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Angie Craig Pushes Trump Administration to Shut Down Notorious ICE Processing Center Run by Private Prison Operator, CoreCivic * The Dilley Immigration Processing Center is the primary facility in the country detaining families with children WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Representative Angie Craig joined 108 of her colleagues in pushing the Trump Administration to shut down the notorious Dilley Immigration Processing Center in South Texas ru more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Ronny Jackson, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Ronny Jackson Celebrates $14.8 Million Federal Grant for Sheppard Elementary School Improvements * WASHINGTON - Today, Representative Ronny Jackson (TX-13) celebrated Sheppard Elementary School, located on Sheppard Air Force Base in Wichita Falls, Texas, being awarded a $14.8 million Military-Connected Schools Construction, Modernization, and Facilities Maintenance Program Grant through the Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA). The gr more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Roy Statement on Reconciliation 3.0 * July 16, 2026 Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Chip Roy (TX-21) issued the following statement after the House Budget Committee approved the "Reconciliation 3.0" legislation, which provides stopgap funding for defense, agricultural relief, and implementation of the SAVE America Act, for which Congressman Roy is the lead House author: "Today, the House Budget Committee considered and advanced the 'Reconc more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Summer Lee, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Summer Lee Condemns Republican Plan to Further Dismantle the Department of Education and Abandon America's Students * WASHINGTON, D.C. - JULY 16, 2026 -Yesterday, Congresswoman Summer L. Lee (PA-12) a member of the House Committee on Education and Workforce, condemned a package of ten Republican bills designed to retroactively codify and expand the Trump Administration's ongoing dismantling of the Department of Education. The legislation  more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, July 15 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice Business earns five top 10 rankings from The Princeton Review, including Best Campus Environment, Best MBA for Consulting and Best MBA for Finance * Rice Business earned five top 10 rankings in The Princeton Review's 2027 business school rankings, highlighted by its first-ever recognition for Best Campus Environment (No. 9), a return to the top 10 for Best MBA for Consulting (No. 8), Best MBA for Finance (No. 7) and Greatest Resources for Minority Stude more PR

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Sen. James Risch, R-Idaho, chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following news release on July 16, 2026: * * * Risch, Graham, Blumenthal Lead 60+ Senators in Announcing Agreement on Legislation to Hold Purchasers of Russian Oil Accountable Today, U.S. Senators Jim Risch (R-Idaho), chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Darline Graham (R-S.C.), and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) led 60+ members of the Senate in announcing the text of an agreement negotiated with U.S. Senator Lindsey  more PR

BOSTON, Massachusetts, July 17 -- Ropes and Gray, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Ropes & Gray Advised Audax Private Equity in Agreement to Sell StatLab Medical Products Ropes & Gray represented Audax Private Equity in an agreement with Linden Capital Partners to sell StatLab Medical Products to Leica Biosystems, an operating company of Danaher Corporation (NYSE: DHR). The transaction was announced on July 14. Founded in 1976 and headquartered in McKinney, Texas, StatLab is a leading manufacturer of pre-analytical products span more PR

BOSTON, Massachusetts, July 17 -- Ropes and Gray, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Ropes & Gray Advises Inotiv in Recapitalization Plan Ropes & Gray represented Inotiv, Inc. in its plan of reorganization confirmed by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas, which the company announced on July 14. With this approval in place, the company expects to emerge from chapter 11 protection. The comprehensive recapitalization transaction, announced on June 3, strengthens Inotiv's capital structure, preserves the goi more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * RSC Chairman Pfluger Hosts Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins for Member Meeting * WASHINGTON, DC -Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11), Chairman of the Republican Study Committee (RSC), welcomed U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins to Capitol Hill for the RSC's member meeting this week. Secretary Rollins and the Trump Administration have put American farmers and ranchers first by expanding markets, rooting out fraud and abuse in the S more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Schiff Joins Blumenthal & Darline Graham to Introduce Legislation with 60+ Cosponsors to Hold Purchasers of Russian Oil Accountable * Before his death, U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) secured an agreement with the White House on new text to bring sweeping sanctions against the enablers of Russia's war in Ukraine Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) joined Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Darline Graham (R-S.C.) who le more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Schiff Seeks Federal Investigation into Potential Price Gouging by Big Oil Companies * Six of the world's biggest fossil fuel companies - Chevron, Shell, BP, ConocoPhillips, Exxon and TotalEnergies are projected to make $94 billion combined in profits this year. That is $2,967 a second. Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, is demanding the Department of Justice (DOJ) launch a f more PR

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee issued the following information for an executive session at 10:30 a.m. on July 22, 2026, at 253 Dirksen Senate Office Building: Committee Members * Ted Cruz, Presiding Chairman, Republican Texas Legislation * S. 1759, Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act * S. 3258, Aviation Medication Transparency Act of 2025 * S. 3885, Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act * S. 4429, Connected Vehicle Security Act of 2026 * S. 4448, Accelerating Broadband Pe more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Senate Judiciary Committee Advances Five Federal Judges * WASHINGTON - The Senate Judiciary Committee today advanced the following nominations: * Daniel Mack Traynor, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Eighth Circuit, by a vote of 11-10. * Angela Veronica Colmenero, to be United States District Judge for the Southern District of Texas, by a vote of 11-10. * Kasdin Miller Mitchell, to be United States District Judge for the North more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Sen. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Collins Releases Letter on Biddeford Shooting * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Susan Collins today responded to a letter from Governor Janet Mills about the Biddeford shooting involving ICE personnel. In the letter, Senator Collins reiterated her call for a thorough, full, and impartial investigation of the shooting by the independent Office of the Inspector General (OIG) at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), aided by the Departm more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Sen. Christopher Coons, D-Delaware, issued the following news release on July 15, 2026: * * * Senators Coons, Blunt Rochester, colleagues send letter to Trump administration calling for answers on green card application changes In a letter to USCIS, senators and representatives question the new requirements for green card applicants to apply abroad and demonstrate their presence is in the ill-defined "national interest" - U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.), Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Alex Pa more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Senators Markey, Warren Demand Answers from Burlington ICE Field Office Following Fatal Shooting in Maine * Letter Text (PDF) Washington (July 16, 2026) - Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) today wrote to David Wesling, Acting Field Office Director for the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Boston Field Office, following an ICE agent's killing of Joan Sebastian Guerrero, a 26-year-old m more PR

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas, July 15 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: * * * SERE team strengthens Altus AFB Airmen readiness ALTUS AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. - Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape specialists from Tinker Air Force Base and Will Rogers Air National Guard Base led Altus AFB Airmen through Water Survival Refresher Training at Altus AFB, Oklahoma, July 10, 2026.  All U.S. Air Force aircrew are required to complete Water Survival Training every three years. This train more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, July 16 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Finishes H1 2026 Among Top Three US$1B+ Dealmakers in Texas * The Texas Lawbook has released its Corporate Deal Tracker rankings for the first half of 2026, spotlighting the firms that advised on the billion-dollar-plus transactions that shaped the first six months of the year. * Sidley ranked third for Texas-related deals, advising on 17 transactions worth US$33.3 billion. * Sidley also ranked third for Te more PR

PLANO, Texas, July 16 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Siemens Digital Industries Software, a subsidiary of Siemens, issued the following news release: * * * Siemens and Cloudberry VC collaborate to accelerate European deep-tech innovation * Siemens today announced a collaboration between Siemens Cre8Ventures and Cloudberry VC to help accelerate commercialization of Europe's sovereign deep-tech innovation ecosystem and to further strengthen European industrial resilience and supply chains. The collaboration brings together the indust more PR

EDWARDSVILLE, Illinois, July 15 -- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville campus posted the following news: * * * SIUE to Host Solar Car Drivers with Festival During Electrek American Solar Challenge Route 66 Stop in Edwardsville * For a second year, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is all set to host the collegiate competition known as the Electrek American Solar Challenge 2026 on July 27 and 28. More than 20 solar car teams travelling a 1500+ mile course in eight days along the Great River Road and Route 66 will encounter a fe more PR

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Rep. Brian Babin, R-Texas, chairman of the House Science, Space and Technology Committee, issued the following news release on July 16, 2026: * * * SST Leaders Press National Academies for Requested Documents in Ongoing Oversight Investigation Today, House Science, Space, and Technology Committee Chairman Brian Babin, Investigations and Oversight Subcommittee Chairman Rich McCormick, and Environment Subcommittee Chairman Scott Franklin sent a letter to National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) P more PR

FORT WORTH, Texas, July 15 -- The University of North Texas Health Fort Worth posted the following news: * * * TCOM student has article published in the British Journal of General Practice * Student doctor Naomi Fortier co-authored an original research article entitled "Association of Clinical Empathy with Suicidal Ideation Among Patients with Chronic Pain: Target Trial Emulation," which was published today in the British Journal of General Practice. The research was conducted under the direction of John Licciardone, DO, MS, MBA, regents pr more PR

FORT WORTH, Texas, July 17 -- Bell Textron, a subsidiary of Textron, issued the following news release: * * * Texas A&M Forest Service to add Two SUBARU Bell 412EPXs to Fleet APSCON - Fort Lauderdale, FL - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the order for two SUBARU Bell 412EPXs by Texas A&M Forest Services, the lead wildfire and forest management organization in Texas. These will be the first Bell aircraft to join the Texas A&M Forest Service fleet as part of a master purchasing agreement, which includes options more PR

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, July 17 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Constructing better teaching methods A new teaching method introduced by a Texas A&M biomedical engineering faculty member may help students bridge complex subjects for health care innovation. By Bailey Noah, Contributor Problem-solve like an engineer with the insight of a biologist -- that is the interdisciplinary expectation biomedical engineering students must meet to create solutions that revolutionize health care. Yet, more PR

WASHINGTON, July 15 -- Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Backs Arrington Resolution Affirming States' Right to Defend Against Border Invasion * Washington, D.C. - Today, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced strong support for H.Res.50, a resolution introduced by House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) affirming states' constitutional authority to defend themselves when the federal government fails to secure the border. Attorney General Paxton's endorsemen more PR

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Brooke T. Paup, Chairwoman Catarina R. Gonzales, Commissioner Tonya R. Miller, Commissioner Kelly Keel, Executive Director TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY July 13, 2026 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OAR-2025-0201 [Submitted electronically through www.regulations.gov] Re: Comments on U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) more ST

DENTON, Texas, July 17 -- Texas Woman's University issued the following news: * * * Initial teacher certification garners national accreditation Texas Woman's University's initial teacher certification programs have earned accreditation from a national organization, putting them in select company with other educator prep programs recognized for meeting rigorous standards. The accreditation from the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP) complements the Texas Education Agency's approval process by evaluating educa more PR

BRISTOL, Connecticut, July 15 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * The 2026 ESPYS presented by Capital One honored Jalen Brunson, Myles Garrett, Alysa Liu, Fernando Mendoza, Shohei Ohtani, A'ja Wilson, the New York Knicks & more * July 15, 2026 Media Kit | Photos On Wednesday evening, an elite lineup of athletes and Hollywood stars gathered at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center in New York City to celebrate the year's best moments in sports at The 2026 ESPYS Presented by more PR

IRVING, Texas, July 16 [Category: BizMedia] -- Nexstar Media Group, a television broadcasting company, issued the following news release: * * * The CW Network Picks Up Hit Drama Series "Sullivan's Crossing" for Season 5 * 10-Episode Fifth Season Will Return in 2027 BURBANK, CA (July 16, 2026) - The CW Network announced today that hit drama series SULLIVAN'S CROSSING from creator Roma Roth and based on the New York Times bestselling book series by Robyn Carr will return for a 10-episode fifth season, set to debut on The CW in 2027. The ann more PR

RALEIGH, North Carolina, July 16 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The North Carolina Justice Center posted the following news release: * * * The recent killings of immigrants are not isolated. They reflect a broader political climate of hate and exclusion. * The North Carolina Justice Center condemns the brutal killings of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo and Johan Sebastian Duran Guerrero, who were fatally shot by ICE officers during immigration enforcement operations in Texas and Maine. We stand with their families, loved ones, and communities as they grie more PR

BETHESDA, Maryland, July 16 -- The Uniformed Services University posted the following news: * * * They Answered the Call to Serve. Now They're Answering the Call to Heal. * In This Article * From Special Forces medic to physician-leader: Price Parker * Extending the mission of care: Andrew Wenthe * From rescue operations to lifelong healing: Bryce Daniel * A legacy of service continues Three graduates of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) Enlisted to Medical Degree Preparatory Program (EMDP2) have  more PR

PLANO, Texas, July 15 [Category: BizTransportation] -- Toyota Motor Sales USA posted the following news: * * * Toyota Financial Services Expands Headquarters * FRISCO, Texas (July 15, 2026) - Toyota Financial Services (TFS) this week began occupying a newly constructed 242,000-square-foot, seven-story building at its headquarters campus, capable of seating over 1,000 team members. This extension of the Toyota North America campus called "TFS North", adds much-needed office space, additional parking, and facilitates the ability to co-locate  more PR

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Trinity River Authority of Texas Southern Region Support Services To Whom it May Concern: The Trinity River Authority (TRA) Southern Region Support Services (SRSS) supports the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposed extension of the compliance deadline for PFOA and PFOS under the National Primary Drinking Water Regulation for PFAS from April 26,2029 to  more ST

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, July 16 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * Trump announces $10B investment in defense industry * CARLISLE, Pennsylvania - President Donald J. Trump announced that the War Department will be investing roughly $10 billion in materiel production while in support of more than 4,000 defense industry jobs across Pennsylvania. Trump made the announcement yesterday while delivering keynote remarks toward the end of the first-ever Pennsylvania Defense and In more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Sen. Katie Britt, R-Alabama, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Senators Katie Britt, Darline Graham, Richard Blumenthal, Jeanne Shaheen, Roger Wicker Lead Bipartisan Group of 62 Senators in Announcing Russia Sanctions Legislation in Honor of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham * '[Lindsey] said that this would be the most consequential piece of legislation that he ever had an opportunity to get behind and get to the President's desk...' WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Darline Graham (R-S.C more PR

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. UCLA School of Law Attn: Collective for Racial & Disability Justice 385 Charles E Young Dr. East, Los Angeles, CA, 90095, United States 7/13/2026 Mehmet Oz, MD Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services 7500 Security Boulevard Baltimore, Maryland 21244-1850 RE: Medicaid Program; Community Engagement Requirement for Certain In more ST

DUBUQUE, Iowa, July 16 -- The University of Dubuque posted the following news release: * * * University of Dubuque Announces 14th Annual Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series * DUBUQUE, Iowa - Exuberant country music and dynamic performances are at the heart of the 14th annual Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series at the University of Dubuque. The 2026-2027 season kicks off in August with Daily & Vincent: A Beautiful Life Tour and continues with an array of performances including comedian Nate Jackson, Hold Onto Your But more PR

RICHARDSON, Texas, July 17 -- The University of Texas Dallas campus issued the following news: * * * Accomplished Innovator, Leader Begins Role as Provost Dr. Marc P. Christensen, who has earned international recognition as an inventor and a reputation for innovation and collaboration as an academic leader, is eager to use those qualifications to benefit The University of Texas at Dallas in his new role as executive vice president for academic affairs and provost. "I am honored to serve UT Dallas at this pivotal moment in its history," said more PR

FORT WORTH, Texas, July 15 -- The University of North Texas Health Fort Worth posted the following news: * * * UNT Health and Lena Pope strengthen partnership focused on children, families and community * The partnership between UNT Health Fort Worth and Lena Pope continues to grow through a shared commitment to supporting children, families and the communities they serve. Together, the organizations are creating opportunities that extend beyond traditional partnerships by investing in early childhood education, family support and volunteer more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Updates for the Blanco Community on Postal Services * July 16, 2026 My office has received numerous inquiries from residents of Blanco and surrounding communities regarding the closure of the Blanco Post Office and disruptions to postal services. In response, my office immediately contacted senior leadership at the United States Postal Service (USPS) for information and sent an official letter of inquiry to the Postmaster General. I was able to speak w more PR

WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The U.S. International Trade Commission issued the following news release: * * * USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM) Devices, Products Containing the Same, and Components Thereof (II) The U.S. International Trade Commission (Commission or USITC) voted to institute an investigation of certain dynamic random access memory (DRAM) devices, products containing the same, and components thereof. The products at issue in the investigation are described in the Commission's n more PR

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, July 16 -- The University of Tennessee Health Science Center posted the following news: * * * UT Health Sciences Names Inaugural Assistant Vice Chancellor for Interprofessional Education and Collaborative Practice * The University of Tennessee Health Sciences has appointed Anja Dabelic, MD, FAAFP, assistant vice chancellor of Interprofessional Education and Collaborative Practice (IPECP) to lead initiatives supporting interprofessional education and collaborative practice, academic clinical partnerships and workforce dev more PR

SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota, July 16 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sanford Health posted the following news release: * * * UTEP vs. Northern Kentucky rounds out Field of 68 Marathon * SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - The University of Texas at El Paso and Northern Kentucky University will help tip off the 2026-27 college basketball season at the Sanford Pentagon on Mon. Nov. 2. The matchup between the Miners and Norse will be part of the Field of 68 Opening Day Marathon, which returns to Sioux Falls for the third straight season. This game joins the previous more PR

WASHINGTON, July 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 7, 2026 Water Docket U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Submitted electronically via regulations.gov Re: Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OW-2025-0654, Proposed Rescission of Regulatory Determinations and Removal of Related Provisions for PFHxS, PFNA, HFPO-DA (GenX), and Hazard Index Mixtures To the Environmental Protection Agency: I am a Master Water Specialist with mo more ST