SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Oct. 16 -- The University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law posted the following news: * * * Advocating for a positive impact: Meet Arc Fellow Erick Sosa * Erick Sosa's passion for advocacy runs deep. He experienced firsthand how challenging it can be for families to navigate the legal system and face life-altering outcomes. As such, he is committed to helping others cope with similar experiences. "While my dad was resolving his legal status, he was required to return to Argentina. It felt as though one of the most  more PR

JACKSON, Mississippi, Oct. 17 -- Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch issued the following news release: * * * October 16, 2026 AG Fitch Urges Court to Protect Children Online in Character.AI Bankruptcy Filing (Jackson, Mississippi) Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced that Mississippi is joining a coalition of state attorneys general in filing a notice in the bankruptcy proceedings of Character Technologies, Inc. -- the company behind the popular chatbot company Character.AI. The filing puts potential purchasers of Character.AI's te more PR

LOGAN, Utah, Oct. 16 -- Utah State University posted the following news: * * * Ask an Expert -- Why Pumpkin Deserves a Place on Your Plate * Many people buy pumpkins for fall decor and carving. But the next time you buy pumpkins, consider buying extras for cooking. Pumpkins are low in calories and packed with key nutrients that help keep our bodies healthy, especially during cold and flu season. The Cleveland Clinic notes five benefits of pumpkin: * Good for eye health.Pumpkins are a great source of vitamin A and other nutrients that help more PR

TRENTON, New Jersey, Oct. 17 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Davenport Seeks Consumer Protections in Character.AI Bankruptcy October 15, 2026 Notice of States' Interest and Reservation of Rights - TRENTON -- Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and the Division of Consumer Affairs today announced that New Jersey is joining a coalition of state attorneys general in filing a notice in the bankruptcy proceedings of Character Technologies, Inc., the company behind the  more PR

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Oct. 16 -- Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Hilgers Files U.S. Supreme Court Brief in Support of Parents' Religious Rights * Lincoln - Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers filed an amicus brief in the United States Supreme Court supporting the religious rights of parents to object to vaccination requirements for their daughter who attends an online-only public school. Krystal and Anthony Perry believe that vaccinations developed from the remains of aborted  more PR

PIERRE, South Dakota, Oct. 17 -- South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley issued the following news release: Attorney General Jackley Seeks Consumer Protections in Character.AI bankruptcy Oct. 15, 2026 PIERRE, S.D. - South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces he has joined a bi-partisan group of Attorneys General in filing a notice in the bankruptcy proceedings of Character Technologies, Inc., the company behind the popular chatbot company Character.AI. The court filing identifies serious concerns about the company's safety and more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 17 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jones Puts Character.AI on Notice with Bankruptcy Court Filing Emphasizes Protections for Virginia Consumers After Engaging in a Yearslong Investigation - RICHMOND, Va. - Attorney General Jay Jones announced that Virginia is joining a coalition of state attorneys general in filing a notice in the bankruptcy proceedings of Character Technologies, Inc., the company behind the popular chatbot company Character.AI. The more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Sen. Michael F. Bennet, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Bennet Visits U.S. Pacific Command, Japan, and Taiwan to Deepen Cooperation, Underscore Support for Strengthened Indo-Pacific Deterrence * From left: American Institute in Taiwan Acting Director Judy Kuo, Senator Michael Bennet, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te, and Secretary-General of Taiwan's National Security Council Joseph Wu Denver -- Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence (SSCI), rec more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service issued the following news release: * * * Bryce Canyon National Park Expands Visitor Access with Viewpoint Connector Trail October 15, 2026 BRYCE, Utah - Visitors to Bryce Canyon National Park now have another way to travel to Bryce Point, with the completion of the final phase of the Bryce Canyon Shared Use Path. Completed in partnership with the Federal Highway Administration, the project adds the final 2.7-mile segment of the 24-mile pathway connecting Bryce more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * October 16, 2026 IN THE STATES: Ahead of Election Day, Republicans are Desperately Abandoning Trump As Their Midterm Prospects Crumble As Donald Trump bounces across ruby-red areas in an attempt to boost support for failing candidates -- even asking voters to pretend he is on the ballot -- his own supporters are catching a serious case of buyer's remorse. On the campaign trail, Trump promised to lower costs, but all he's done is double down on  more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Affirmative Decisions on Petitions for Modification Granted in Whole or in Part The Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977, as amended, governs the application, processing, and disposition of petitions for modification of mandatory safety standards. Any mine operator or representative of miners may petition for an alternative method of complying with an existing safety standard. MSHA more PR

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Oct. 16 -- Gov. Spencer J. Cox, R-Utah, issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Cox appoints Daniel O'Bannon and Alexandra Mareschal to Utah Court of Appeals * SALT LAKE CITY (Oct. 16, 2026) - Gov. Spencer J. Cox has appointed Daniel O'Bannon and Alexandra Mareschal to the Utah Court of Appeals. Both appointments are subject to confirmation by the Utah Senate. "Daniel's sound judgment and knowledge of the law served Utah well in his nearly ten years at Utah's Division of Consumer Protection and made him a truste more PR

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Oct. 14 -- The Boston University School of Public Health issued the following news: * * * Many States with Higher Burden of Alcohol Use Disorder Among Women Have Fewer Treatment Facilities Tailored to Their Needs * A new study found that states in New England, the Midwest, and West had a higher prevalence of alcohol use disorder among women, but fewer services that address women's concerns and common barriers to alcohol treatment. The historical gap in binge drinking, alcohol use disorder (AUD), and alcohol-related d more PR

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, Oct. 17 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: * * * NMSU receives nearly $2.85 million state funding for geothermal energy project 16 Oct 2026 Think of the Earth as a giant, natural slow cooker. Deep underground, the Earth's mantle and crust generate about 47 Terawatts of energy - an immense amount of heat. Geothermal energy can be tapped from the upper layers of the Earth and converted into domestic or industrial energy. The New Mexico Energy Conservation and Management Division (ECAM)  more PR

ST. GEORGE, Utah, Oct. 16 -- Utah Tech University posted the following news: * * * No tricks, all treats: Utah Tech University serving up spooky fun for the community * Featuring trick-or-treating, an enchanting pumpkin walk and costume fashion shows, Utah Tech University's annual Tricks & Treats Night is set to celebrate the fall season. Scheduled to take place from 5 to 7 p.m. on Oct. 28, Tricks & Treats Night will be held on Palm Street, outside of Utah Tech's Burns Arena. The fall festivities are open and free for community members of  more PR

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Oct. 15 -- Gov. Spencer J. Cox, R-Utah, issued the following news release: * * * Nominees announced for two Fourth District Court vacancies * SALT LAKE CITY (October 15, 2026) - The Fourth District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for two vacancies on the Fourth District Court. These vacancies will result from the retirements of Judge Derek Pullan, Dec. 16, 2026 and Judge Kasey Wright, Dec. 31, 2026. The nominees for the vacancies are: Rebecca Buchert, career law clerk, United States District Court more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The Small Business Administration issued the following news release: * * * SBA Announces $1.05 Million in Grant Awards for Specialized Veteran Entrepreneurship Training Programs Will Further Equip Veteran Entrepreneurs to Support America's Industrial Strength October 14, 2026 WASHINGTON -- Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced $1.05 million in grants to five organizations for new entrepreneurial training programs focused on veteran business ownership and growth in sectors vital to America's su more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Eli Crane, R-Arizona, issued the following news: * * * SBA Offers Relief to Small Businesses and Nonprofits Impacted by Grand Canyon Flooding * This week, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans for small businesses and private nonprofit organizations experiencing economic losses from the recent flash flooding at Grand Canyon National Park. The disaster declaration, issued on October 13, covers Coconino, Gila, Mohave, Navajo, and Yavapai Coun more PR

LOGAN, Utah, Oct. 16 -- Utah State University posted the following news: * * * Standing Room Only: New Platform Uses Machine Learning to Tackle Recreation Crowding * It can be discouraging lacing up boots, packing trail mix, and driving hours to a favorite trailhead only to find that a hundred other people had the same idea. Overcrowding is an ongoing issue at recreation sites across the West, with packed parking lots, overloaded boat ramps, and crowded trailheads. To make tough decisions about well-loved places, land managers have to unde more PR

CINCINNATI, Ohio, Oct. 17 -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news: * * * UC Klekamp Law reports July 2026 Bar Exam results By Sherry English, englissy@ucmail.uc.edu October 16, 2026 The University of Cincinnati Donald P. Klekamp College of Law recorded an 80% first-time pass rate among its graduates who took the July 2026 Ohio Bar Exam, compared with the statewide average of 82%, according to results released by the Supreme Court of Ohio. The law school's overall pass rate for Ohio exam takers was 72%, matching the state more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 (TNSFR) -- The University of New Mexico's Maxwell Museum of Anthropology, Albuquerque, will repatriate human remains representing one Native American individual to one of three Ute tribes. The museum received the remains from Lief Isaacson in 1987. Historical documentation identifies the individual as a figure from the late 1800s who was killed following a confrontation with the 3rd U.S. Cavalry, Troop K, in Wyoming Territory. The remains were taken from the scene. The museum determined that historical records, kinship and more PR