ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 10 -- The American Bankruptcy Institute issued the following news release: * * * Hon. Alan S. Trust (Ret.) of JAMS Receives Prestigious Judge William L. Norton, Jr. Judicial Excellence Award Alexandria, Va. -- The American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI) will present Bankruptcy Judge Alan S. Trust (ret.) of JAMS (Central Islip, N.Y.) with the Judge William L. Norton, Jr. Judicial Excellence Award during an ABI presentation at the 100th National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges annual meeting in San Diego, Calif. The Nort more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 8 -- Amtrak (National Railroad Passenger Corp.) issued the following news: * * * Amtrak Completes Improvements at Two Oklahoma Stations * NORMAN and PAULS VALLEY, Okla. - Amtrak passengers have a more welcoming experience at two Oklahoma stations following about $8 million in improvements. Amtrak Heartland Flyer trains stop in Norman and Pauls Valley twice daily on the route between Fort Worth, Texas, and Oklahoma City. "Amtrak is committed to making our stations accessible to all customers and we are actively working on a more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 -- The U.S. Department of Justice Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives issued the following news release: * * * October 9, 2026 ATF issues guidance on National Firearms Act transfers for short-barreled rifles, short-barreled shotguns, suppressors, and certain other firearms WASHINGTON - The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives today released an Open Letter and Frequently Asked Questions explaining how it will treat ownership, transfer, and transportation of the National Firearms Act firearms more PR

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Oct. 10 -- The Boston University Wheelock College of Education and Human Development issued the following news: * * * Scholarly Accomplishments, October 2026 October 9, 2026 By Stephanies Vang BU Wheelock presents the following faculty publications, presentations, and research grant awards for October 2026. Articles Amelia Becker and Naomi Caselli Becker, A. A., Pyers, J. E., & Caselli, N. E. (2026). Mechanisms of vocabulary acquisition persist under variable language experience. Developmental Science, 29(3), e7 more PR

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Oct. 10 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * Distinguished inductees in the 2026 Class of Fellows of the American Academy of Nursing Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing Inductees October 09, 2026 Roger D. Carpenter, PhD, RN, NE-BC, CNE (NUR '91) earned his Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Case Western Reserve University Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing in 1991, his BSN from Kent State University in 1987 and his PhD from West Virginia University in 2008. He is licensed as a reg more PR

FRANKLIN LAKES, New Jersey, Oct. 10 -- Children's Health Defense, an organization that says it restores and protects the health of children by eliminating exposures to environmental toxins, issued the following commentary by Suzanne Burdick, senior reporter for The Defender: * * * Florida Parents, Doctors Clash Over Plan to Drop 4 Vaccine Mandates for Schoolchildren If the Florida Department of Health adopts the rule change, children would no longer be required to receive the Hep B, varicella (chickenpox), Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 -- Democracy Forward, an organization that says it advances democracy and social progress through litigation, policy and public education and regulatory engagement, posted the following news release: * * * Cities and Immigrants' Rights Organization Ask SCOTUS to Halt Trump-Vance Administration's Backdoor Elimination of Immigration Protections Filing Challenges Unprecedented Agreement Between Texas and DOJ that Dismantled Longstanding Immigration Court Procedures Without Meaningful Judicial Revie October 9, 2026 Washing more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following news: * * * Congressman Tom Tiffany "Hopes" to Push Tax Scheme That Would Create "Highest Sales Tax in U.S." Oct 09, 2026 New reporting from WKOW and The Milwaukee Courier reveals that behind closed doors, Congressman Tom Tiffany is pushing an extreme tax plan that "would likely result in the highest sales tax in the country, according to a conservative think tank." WKOW reports that in order to pay for Tiffany's tax giveaway that would overwhelmingly benefit more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * October 9, 2026 IN THE STATES: In the Final Stretch to Midterms, Republicans Scramble and Point Fingers Amid Tanking Approvals and Bleeding Support With just 25 days until the midterm elections, Republicans are scrambling as Democrats continue to expand the map. After pushing a failed agenda that left Americans worse off and paying more, Donald Trump and JD Vance are desperately campaigning in ruby red states to beg voters to "'give [them] anot more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Oct 9, 2026 DSCC FRIDAY TAKEAWAYS: A Twister for Senate Republicans, Paxton's Record Label, 'Nuff Sayed, Let Them Eat Road Salt, and Hinsane Savings Advice TGIF. Welcome back to Friday Takeaways from the DSCC - your weekly update from the DSCC Press Team on what you need to know across the Senate battlegrounds. There are 25 days until the midterms. * TWISTER FOR SENATE REPUBLICANS: With under four weeks until the midterms, "the Se more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Oct 9, 2026 ICYMI: 'Florida resident': How Owning Property in Florida Has Become a Political Liability for GOP Senate Candidates [MS NOW] Kansas voter Kelly Gentry: "[Roger Marshall] wants to say that he spends more time here than he actually does, so that's my concern. How are you in touch with your constituents when you're hundreds of miles away from them?" A new report from MS NOW highlights how GOP Senate candidates' million-do more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Oct. 9 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release: * * * Elderly adults with masked high blood pressure had higher risk of falls * Research Highlights: * Masked hypertension, which is normal office blood pressure with high blood pressure when measured at home, was associated with a 70% higher risk of falls compared with sustained hypertension in adults older than age 78. * In contrast, "white coat" hypertension (higher blood pressure readings at the doctor's office or clinic  more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 -- The Federal Reserve issued the following Fed Notes article: * * * October 09, 2026 Convenience Yields, Risk Premiums, and the Interpretation of Oil Futures Prices During Times of Geopolitical Conflict/1 Erik Heitfield, Yang-Ho Park and Erfan Danesh 1. Introduction Earlier this year the Middle East conflict led to one of the largest global oil supply shocks in history (Bordoff and O'Sullivan, 2026). Past empirical research has found that commodity futures prices provide accurate predictions of future spot prices unde more PR

NEW YORK, Oct. 9 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The American Civil Liberties Union, an organization that works to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the U.S., posted the following news release: * * * Federal Court Sides Voters, Ruling DOJ Data Demands Violate Voter Privacy, States' Election Authority * WASHINGTON, D.C. -- A federal court sided with Common Cause and voters in their lawsuit against the Department of Justice (DOJ), ruling the DOJ's campaign to consolidate sensitive vote more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Oct. 9 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, issued the following news release: * * * Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas Expands Acceptance of Digital Notes as Collateral * The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (Bank) is pleased to announce that it is expanding the types of real estate-related loans evidenced by digitally signed promissory notes that are eligible to be pledged as collateral to the Bank. In addition to residential one- to four-family first mortgages and am more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; Application for Exemption From Aurora Operations, Inc (USDOT #341156) FMCSA announces its decision to grant a limited five-year exemption to Aurora Operations, Inc. and other motor carriers operating Level 4 automated driving system (ADS)-equipped commercial motor vehicles (CMVs), with prior notice to FMCSA, from complianc more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Commerce Foreign-Trade Zones Board issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 183; Authorization of Production Activity; Ultra Clean Technology Systems and Service, Inc.; (Inputs Primarily for Semiconductor Industry); Manor, Texas On February 17, 2026, Ultra Clean Technology Systems and Service, Inc. submitted a notification of proposed production activity to the FTZ Board for its facility within FTZ 183, in Manor, Texas. The notification was proce more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Immigration and Customs Enforcement issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Optional Practical Training Fees This rule proposes new fees for Optional Practical Training (OPT) to combat fraud, strengthen the integrity of the immigration system, and protect U.S. workers. The following fees would apply for each F-1 nonimmigrant student to engage in OPT through a Student and Exchange Visitor Program-certified institution: $70,000 for initial OPT; and $30,00 more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 (TNSFR) -- The Nuclear Regulatory Commission issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Fermi America LLC (dba Fermi America); Project Matador Advanced Energy and Intelligence Campus AP1000 Units 1-4; Project Matador Nuclear Units 1-4; Draft Environmental Impact Statement The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is issuing for public comment a draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). The draft EIS is in response to a Combined License (COL) application submitted by Fermi America for the proposed const more PR

FROSTBURG, Maryland, Oct. 10 -- Frostburg State University issued the following news: * * * Frostburg State University Celebrates Successful Inaugural ARISE 2026 Conference Oct 9, 2026 Frostburg State University hosted the inaugural Appalachian Regional Innovation Symposium & Expo (ARISE) 2026 on Oct. 1-2, bringing together more than 100 faculty, students, university leaders, industry representatives and regional partners to showcase research, explore emerging technologies and strengthen connections across the region. More than 80 participa more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service issued the following recall alert: * * * FSIS Issues Public Health Alert for Ineligible Chicken Vienna-Style Sausage Products Illegally Imported From Jamaica WASHINGTON, October 6, 2026 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for canned chicken Vienna-style sausages that were illegally imported from Jamaica, a country that is not eligible to export meat or poultry products to  more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 (TNSida) -- Rep. Lance Gooden, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Gooden Seeks Clayton's Assessment of U.S. AI/SI Defenses, Offers Congressional Support * WASHINGTON -- Today, Congressman Lance Gooden (TX-05) asked DNI Jay Clayton for an assessment of whether current measures are sufficient to counter emerging AI/SI threats and where congressional support could strengthen those defenses. Clayton was recently chosen by President Trump to lead the White House's Super Intelligence Force. Gooden's letter cites more PR

SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 10 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Oct 9, 2026 California and France build on a decade of cooperation with new partnership to strengthen clean energy, protect communities, and grow economic opportunity Governor Newsom and French Minister Monique Barbut sign partnership to deepen cooperation on climate action, innovation, and environmental protection What you need to know: California and France are launching a partnership to share solutions to common challenges, from  more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 10 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Announces Applications Open For $31 Million In Fund For Veterans' Assistance Grants October 5, 2026 Governor Greg Abbott today announced that applications are open for an estimated $31 million in Fund for Veterans' Assistance (FVA) grants, administered by the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC). Nonprofit organizations and local government agencies that provide direct services to veterans may apply. "Texas stands with the men and women more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 10 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Announces Latest Slate Of Appointments October 9, 2026 | Austin, Texas This week, Governor Greg Abbott selected multiple qualified candidates to serve on behalf of Texans. Texas Historical Records Advisory Board - Governor Abbott appointed Trasa Coburn to the Texas Historical Records Advisory Board for a term set to expire on February 1, 2029. The Board works to improve archival and records storage conditions throughout the state a more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 10 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Announces Texas Energy Fund Loan For 452 MW West Texas Natural Gas Power Plant October 7, 2026 | Austin, Texas Governor Greg Abbott today announced the ninth Texas Energy Fund (TxEF) loan for more than 450 megawatts (MW) of new, reliable power in Reeves County, enough electricity to power approximately 110,000 Texas homes. Pecos Power Plant LLC is developing the project, which will add new natural gas generation to the West Texas po more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 10 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Appoints Cobern To Texas Historical Records Advisory Board October 6, 2026 | Austin, Texas Governor Greg Abbott appointed Trasa Coburn to the Texas Historical Records Advisory Board for a term set to expire on February 1, 2029. The Board works to improve archival and records storage conditions throughout the state and ensures that permanent records documenting Texas' history as a colony, province, republic, and state are preserved  more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 10 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Champions Parents' Rights At Moms For Liberty Summit October 9, 2026 | Dallas, Texas Governor Greg Abbott today championed parents' rights in education and delivered the Welcome to Texas address at the Moms for Liberty Joyful Warriors National Summit. "Parents are the most important decision-makers in a child's life," said Governor Abbott. "In Texas, we will ensure families always have a say in education and uphold the rights that  more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 10 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Dedicates The Dr. Ron A. McMurry MediPlex October 7, 2026 | Jasper, Texas Governor Greg Abbott today delivered remarks and participated in the ribbon cutting and dedication of the Dr. Ron A. McMurry, MD Mediplex. He was joined by Congressman Brian Babin, Representative Hillary Hickland, Jasper Mayor Clark McClane, Jasper Hospital District President Rodney Norsworthy, past president of the Texas Medical Association Ray Callas, and ot more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 10 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Honors Officer Of The Year Recipients At CLEAT Convention October 3, 2026 | San Antonio, Texas Governor Greg Abbott today delivered remarks at the 50th Anniversary Convention of the Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Texas (CLEAT) and honored the Texas Officer of the Year award recipients for the work required to keep Texas safe. "Texas is stronger because of the men and women who serve in law enforcement, who answer the cal more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 10 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Greg Abbott Appoints Collier To Texas Juvenile Justice Board October 5, 2026 | Austin, Texas Governor Greg Abbott appointed Bryan Collier to the Texas Juvenile Justice Board for a term set to expire on February 1, 2029. The Board is charged with developing and implementing rules to govern the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, its executive director and staff, and to establish the mission and set goals for the Department that emphasize kee more PR

SEGUIN, Texas, Oct. 10 -- Texas Lutheran University issued the following news: * * * Graham Weston's Foundation Donates Opportunity for TLU First-Year Students to Find Their Strengths October 9, 2026 First-year business majors at Texas Lutheran University were recently treated to a wonderful opportunity: a chance to learn about their strengths--and what that means for their studies, their careers, their relationships, and their lives. The students are enrolled in the university's signature Freshman Experience (FREX) course, centered around  more PR

CONWAY, Arkansas, Oct. 9 -- Hendrix College issued the following news release: * * * Winthrop Rockefeller Institute Announces ACCLA Class of 2027 Oct. 9, 2026--The Winthrop Rockefeller Institute announced the Arkansas Collegiate Civic Leadership Academy (ACCLA) Class of 2027, welcoming a new cohort of 41 college students committed to strengthening communities across Arkansas through civic engagement and public service. Representing 12 colleges and universities across the state, these students, including nine Northwest Arkansas Civic Fellow more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Community Living issued the following news: * * * HHS Announces Up to $27.8 Million for Falls Prevention * WASHINGTON, D.C.-- OCTOBER 9, 2026--The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Administration for Community Living (ACL), today announced the recipients of three falls prevention initiatives totaling up to $27.8 million over three years. The funding will expand proven programs, strengthen connections between health care pr more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued the following news release: * * * HHS Announces Up to $27.8 Million for Falls Prevention * WASHINGTON, D.C.-- OCTOBER 9, 2026--The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Administration for Community Living (ACL), today announced the recipients of three falls prevention initiatives totaling up to $27.8 million over three years. The funding will expand proven programs, strengthen connections between health care providers and community organi more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 -- Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Hickenlooper Rebukes EPA's Methane Rules Rollback * Hickenlooper: "The Trump administration is pushing policies that will allow more pollutants into our air. That's not leadership. It's shortsighted." WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper released the following statement following reports that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will propose changes that weaken federal methane rules for oil and gas operations. "The Trump a more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 -- The Hispanic Access Foundation issued the following news release: * * * El Aire Que Respiramos Concludes with New Insights into Air Quality in Latino Communities Across the U.S. 08 October 2026 After three years of community-based air quality monitoring, Hispanic Access Foundation concluded El Aire Que Respiramos (The Air We Breathe), a Latino community science initiative designed to better understand air quality in Latino communities, while equipping residents with localized information and tools to take informed act more PR

NEW YORK, Oct. 10 -- The Hispanic Federation, an organization that supports and strengthens Latino institutions through education, health, immigration, civic engagement, economic empowerment and the environment, issued the following news release: * * * People's Hearing in New York Documents the Toll of Federal Immigration Enforcement October 8, 2026 More than 30 directly impacted individuals, business owners, community leaders, and legal experts testified on the harm that federal immigration operations have caused across the region - New more PR

BROWNWOOD, Texas, Oct. 9 -- Howard Payne University posted the following news: * * * Howard Payne University student takes next step toward medical school with Joint Admission Medical Program * BROWNWOOD - October 9, 2026 - Howard Payne University (HPU) student Bethany Blair, a junior biomedical science major from Zephyr, is taking the next step toward her goal of medical school through her participation in the Joint Admission Medical Program (JAMP). JAMP was created by the Texas Legislature to assist students across the state in pursuing  more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, issued the following news release: * * * In Vancouver, Senators Murray & Wyden Affirm Commitment to Protecting Medicare from AI Prior Authorization * ICYMI: At HELP Hearing, Murray Grills Trump Nominees on AI Denying Seniors' Health Care ICYMI: On Senate Floor, Murray Urges Colleagues to End Trump Administration's AI Program that is Delaying and Denying Seniors' Health Care ***VIDEO OF FULL ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION HERE*** Vancouver, WA -- Today, U.S. Senators Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice  more PR

STARKVILLE, Mississippi, Oct. 9 -- Mississippi State University posted the following news: * * * Into the Storm: Wilson's weather journey takes Bulldog alum from MSU classroom to USAF Hurricane Hunter squadron * STARKVILLE, Miss.--Andrew Wilson's love of weather has taken him from a Mississippi State classroom to a TV station and now into a hurricane. Wilson, a 2nd lieutenant with the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, is part of the U.S. Air Force's Hurricane Hunters currently flying specialized Super Hercules Weatherbirds from Biloxi' more PR

BEAUMONT, Texas, Oct. 9 -- Lamar University issued the following news: * * * Julie and Ben Rogers Community Service Award recipients announced for 2026 October 09, 2026 | By April C Thompson Lamar University (LU) and its affiliated Texas State University System institutions in Southeast Texas have announced the 2026 recipients of the Julie and Ben Rogers Community Service Award, recognizing four faculty and staff members whose service extends beyond their campuses and into the communities they serve. This year's recipients are Dr. Judson P more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release: * * * MAKE AMERICA SAFE AGAIN: DHS Deports Illegal Alien Gangsters, Including Attempted Murderers, Violent Assailants, Robbers, and Drunk Drivers * WASHINGTON - The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released the following statement after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deported more illegal alien gang members in the last week, including those convicted of attempted murder, aggravated assault, aggravated robbery, more PR

FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 10 -- Bell Textron, a subsidiary of Textron, issued the following news release: * * * Marrakech Airshow 2026: Bell Establishes New Independent Sales Representation in Morocco During Marrakech Airshow 2026, Bell designates AVIARAIL, a Moroccan aerospace and defense company, as its new sales representative in Morocco - Marrakech, Morocco (October 9, 2026) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced during Marrakech Airshow 2026 that it has appointed AVIARAIL as a new Bell authorized independent  more PR

CANTON, Ohio, Oct. 10 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Mike Ditka dies at age 86: Chicago Bears icon shaped NFL as Hall of Fame player, larger-than-life coach Oct 09, 2026 Grant Gordon, Digital Content Editor A flat-topped freight train from Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, Mike Ditka became a Chicago sports icon. He was a tight end made of iron, a rumbling wrecking ball who cemented himself as one of the greatest at his position in NFL chronicle. Years later, he returned to the Second City as a coach; a slick-hai more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 8 [Category: Political] -- The NAACP issued the following news release: * * * NAACP, Voting Rights Groups Demand Texas Correct Motor Voter Registration Failures Before November Election * Contact: communications@naacpnet.org MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- Yesterday, The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC), on behalf of the NAACP, NAACP Texas State Conference, and the Texas League of United Latin American Citizens (TX LULAC), called on Texas to remedy widespread failures in the state's motor voter registration system that delayed the t more PR

BETHANY, West Virginia, Oct. 10 -- Bethany College issued the following news: * * * New Faculty Bring Research and Professional Experience to Bethany Classrooms BETHANY, W.Va. (Oct. 9, 2026) -- Bethany students are learning from new faculty members bringing decades of scientific research, professional experience, and communication expertise into the classroom this academic year. Dr. Robert M. Brosh Jr. '85, professor and chair of the biology department and faculty liaison; Khadijah Pettus, assistant professor of communications and media art more PR

TYLER, Texas, Oct. 9 -- The University of Texas Tyler campus posted the following news release: * * * New Neuropsychology Clinic Expands Access to Specialized Care in East Texas * The University of Texas at Tyler School of Health Professions, Alzheimer's Alliance of Smith County and UT Health East Texas announced the opening of the expanded Neuropsychology Clinic to provide comprehensive care for patients and families affected by memory disorders. "This partnership is about the people of East Texas and ensuring that those East Texans facin more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * Creepy Bobby Pulido: The Filth, Scandal, and Excuses October 9, 2026 Creepy Bobby Pulido's meltdown put his appalling judgment on national display. Asked about the convicted child sex offender who performed with his band after prison, including at a middle school fundraiser, Pulido offered excuse after excuse. He said he didn't conduct background checks. He insisted he didn't know about the sex crimes. When he pointed to his bandmate's f more PR

NEW YORK, Oct. 10 -- Pillsbury, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Pillsbury Advises Hertha Metals on $133.65 Million Series A Financing 10.09.26 Pillsbury's Margarita Kelrikh led the team advising Hertha Metals on its $133.65 million Series A funding round. Hertha Metals is developing the world's first single-step process for producing steel and high-purity iron to support lower-cost domestic production. The round included a $65 million equity investment from the U.S. Government through its Industrial Base Analysis and S more PR

LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 10 -- The Reason Foundation issued the following news: * * * Arkansas' proposed economic development amendment is fatally flawed Policymakers in Arkansas and across the country must understand that states and cities cannot subsidize their way to prosperity. John C. Mozena October 9, 2026 Voters in Arkansas are being asked to approve a constitutional amendment that would authorize powerful and unaccountable economic development districts and vaguely defined corporate subsidy programs, opening the door to long- more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release: * * * Reed Blasts Hegseth for Planning to Live-Stream the Execution of Fort Hood Shooter * WASHINGTON, DC - In response to U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announcing plans to live-stream the military execution of convicted Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan, a former U.S. Army psychiatrist who opened fire on dozens of people at the Soldier Readiness Processing Center in Fort Hood, Texas, in 2009, Senate Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Ja more PR

STEPHENVILLE, Texas, Oct. 9 -- Tarleton State University posted the following news: * * * Renovation of Clyde H. Wells Fine Arts Center Auditorium Celebrated With Ribbon Cutting * STEPHENVILLE, Texas -- The recent renovation of the Clyde H. Wells Fine Arts Center Auditorium was officially celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 8, recognizing the transformation of a cherished event space on Tarleton State University's campus. The renovation included a comprehensive interior refresh to enhance the auditorium's appearance while pre more PR

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Oct. 9 -- Texas A&M University posted the following news: * * * Researchers develop hybrid materials for more efficient thermal energy storage * 'Salogels' combine salt hydrates and polymer structures to store heat reliably, with potential uses in energy-efficient buildings, batteries, smart windows and electronics. Heating and cooling buildings accounts for a large portion of global energy use. Researchers from Texas A&M University are developing a new class of hybrid materials that could help store thermal energy  more PR

PIERRE, South Dakota, Oct. 7 (TNSida) -- South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jackley Joins Coalition in Concern About TP-Link's China Ties Oct. 7, 2026 PIERRE, S.D. - South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has joined 20 other Attorneys General in sending a letter to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regarding TP-Link's request for conditional approval to sell new router models in the United States. "TP-Link has ties to the Chinese military and has been implica more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 -- The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued the following news release: * * * San Antonio Car Dealerships to Pay $430,000 in EEOC Sex Discrimination and Harassment Suit * SAN ANTONIO -- Benson Enterprises, Inc., the operator of automotive dealerships including Ingram Park Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram in San Antonio, will pay $430,000 and furnish other relief to settle a sex-based harassment and retaliation lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the federal agency announced today. A more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 9 -- The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the following litigation release: * * * Securities and Exchange Commission v. Kenneth W. Alexander II, et al., No. 4:25-cv-00446-JCB (E.D. Tex. filed Apr. 29, 2025) On September 28, 2026, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas entered final judgments by consent as to Robert D. Welsh and Caedrynn E. Conner, whom the SEC previously charged with operating a Ponzi scheme. According to the SEC's complaint, between May 2021 and February 2024, Kenneth W more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 8 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Cruz Joins President Trump at White House to Announce Automatic Enrollment for Trump Accounts * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) joined President Donald Trump at the White House yesterday to discuss the automatic enrollment of millions of American children in Trump Accounts. Sen. Cruz authored and passed into law the legislation establishing Trump Accounts last year. On October 1, the U.S. Department of the Treasury announced the comp more PR

HUNTSVILLE, Texas, Oct. 9 -- Sam Houston State University posted the following news: * * * SHSU-COCJ Joins Diplomacy Lab Partnership with the U.S. Department of State * The Sam Houston State University College of Criminal Justice (SHSU-COCJ) has joined Diplomacy Lab, a public-private partnership with the United States Department of State that engages academic expertise to address real-world foreign policy challenges and inform policymaking. Through this collaboration, students participate in experiential learning by working in teams to dev more PR

DALLAS, Texas, Oct. 10 -- Susan G. Komen, an organization that says it addresses breast cancer on fronts such as research, community health, global outreach and public policy initiatives, posted the following news: * * * Susan G. Komen(R) Announces Band As One Los Angeles, a Concert for the Cure October 9, 2026 Paula Abdul to Lead Inaugural West Coast Event in Support of Ending Breast Cancer Deaths - LOS ANGELES - Susan G. Komen(R), the world's leading breast cancer organization, today announced its inaugural Band As One Los Angeles, a Co more PR

LAREDO, Texas, Oct. 9 -- Texas A&M International University, a member of the Texas A&M University System, issued the following news release: * * * 10/08/26 TAMIU Prof Receives Congressional Recognition for Bilingual Ed Efforts A Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) faculty member received congressional recognition for advancing bilingual education in South Texas. Dr. Gilda Y. Martinez, assistant professor of educational programs at TAMIU, was recognized by Congressman Henry Cuellar in ceremonies held Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026, at the more PR

STEPHENVILLE, Texas, Oct. 9 -- Tarleton State University posted the following news: * * * Tarleton State Remembers Alumnus Dr. Joe R. Long, Visionary Philanthropist * STEPHENVILLE, Texas -- Tarleton State University mourns the passing of distinguished alumnus and philanthropist Dr. Joe R. Long, who died Wednesday, Oct. 7, at age 96. His lifelong commitment to education and service leaves an enduring legacy at his alma mater and across Texas. A 1949 graduate of what was then John Tarleton Agricultural College, Long credited the university w more PR

FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 10 -- Texas Christian University issued the following news: * * * TCU Hosts Texas Tribune Panel Conversation on 2027 Legislative Agenda October 09, 2026 With the 2027 Texas legislative session quickly approaching, TCU welcomed The Texas Tribune, Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker and a panel of current and former state lawmakers for two conversations about upcoming legislative priorities. The event, presented by the Episcopal Health Foundation and moderated by Tribune editor-in-chief Matthew Watkins, drew elected offici more PR

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Oct. 9 -- Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences issued the following news release: * * * A Passion for Horses, A Curiosity for Research Oct. 9, 2026 Working with horses has been a major part of second-year veterinary student Ashley Jenkins' experience at Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS). Her time assisting in the operating room and caring for mares and foals at the Texas A&M Large Animal Teaching Hospital (LATH) piqued a developing interest in more PR

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Oct. 9 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Halliburton deepens support for global engineering programs A global oilfield services company is supporting Texas A&M University students embarking on international education through internships and short-term study abroad opportunities. Oct. 9, 2026 By David Holt, Contributor Halliburton, a leading oil services company, and the Halliburton Foundation have expanded their support for the Texas A&M University College of Engin more PR

COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Oct. 9 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Nuclear alumnus urges students to learn beyond technical skills The Department of Nuclear Engineering honors alumnus and Department of Energy official Dr. Joshua Jarrell with the Distinguished Former Student Award. Oct. 9, 2026 By Julianne Hodges, Contributor As a nuclear engineering undergraduate and graduate student at Texas A&M University, Dr. Joshua Jarrell made the most of his education experience. The classes he took, e more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 -- The U.S. Department of Justice Marshals Service issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Marshals Participate in Operation 10/90 Targeting Violent Offenders in Dallas, TX October 07, 2026 Dallas, TX - The United States Marshals Service (USMS) - North Texas Fugitive Task Force (NTFTF) partnered with the Dallas Police Department to conduct Operation 10/90, an operation focused on targeting the 10 percent of the population who commit crimes against the other 90 percent - the law-abiding citizens within the Dallas co more PR

LEXINGTON, Kentucky, Oct. 9 -- The University of Kentucky posted the following news: * * * UK partners with regional universities in super intelligence computing consortium * At the "Science: A New Golden Age Summit" in Washington, D.C. Oct. 8, the White House announced the Southeast Regional SI Computing Consortium, bringing together 15 universities across 10 states to build and share leadership-class compute infrastructure for scientific research. In addition to the University of Kentucky, founding universities are Alabama, Arkansas, Aub more PR

EVANSVILLE, Indiana, Oct. 10 -- The University of Evansville issued the following news: * * * University of Evansville Theatre Presents MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG October 9, 2026 The University of Evansville Theatre proudly continues their 2026-2027 season with MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, featuring music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, and book by George Furth. This production opens at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 23, in Shanklin Theatre. Additional performances are at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 24, 29, 30, 31, and at 2 p.m. on Nov. 1. Stephen Sondheim's Tony Aw more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 -- The U.S. International Trade Commission issued the following news release: * * * USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Vertical Power Delivery Systems, Components Thereof, and Computing Systems Containing the Same October 9, 2026 The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) voted to institute an investigation of certain vertical power delivery systems, components thereof, and computing systems containing the same. The products at issue in the investigation are described in the USITC's notice of inve more PR

BROWNSVILLE, Texas, Oct. 9 -- The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley posted the following news: * * * UTRGV faculty member among 15 named America's Top PAs for 2026 * Heather Davis-Lopez recognized for work in patient care, education, advocacy and breast health outreach RIO GRANDE VALLEY, TEXAS - OCT. 9, 2026 - Heather Davis-Lopez, a clinical assistant professor in The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley's Physician Assistant Studies Program, is one of 15 physician associates named a 2026 America's Top PA by Point of Care Network (POC more PR