FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Oct. 30 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news: * * * Alumni help Kentucky State expand hands-on learning at Lexington elementary school * William Wells Brown partnership will expand a community garden and add an outdoor learning station and greenhouse An expanded community garden, an outdoor learning station, and a greenhouse will give students at William Wells Brown Elementary School in Lexington new ways to explore science, agriculture, and healthy living through a partnership with Kentucky State Uni more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 30 [Category: Media] -- America's Public Television Stations issued the following news release: * * * America's Public Television Stations Mourn the Passing of Shae Hopkins, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of Kentucky Educational Television (KET) * WASHINGTON, D.C. - October 30, 2026 - Kate Riley, President and Chief Executive Officer of America's Public Television Stations (APTS), issued the following statement today on the passing of Shae Hopkins, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO more PR

MONTPELIER, Vermont, Oct. 29 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General Clark Announces $4.5M Settlement With General Motors for Sharing Drivers' Private Data * Attorney General Charity Clark and a bipartisan coalition of 35 other attorneys general today announced General Motors (GM) will pay a total of $220 million to settle allegations that the company illegally sold consumers' private driver behavior data and location information to third parties. The third parties included data br more PR

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Oct. 30 -- Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Hanaway Leads 22 States Supporting Rule Excluding Illegal Immigrants from Congressional Apportionment * JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - Today, Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway announced that, alongside Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach, she is leading a coalition of 22 states in support of the United States Department of Commerce's and the United States Census Bureau's proposed reforms to stop illegal more PR

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Oct. 30 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jeff Jackson Reaches $220 Million Settlement with General Motors Over Secret OnStar Data Sharing * Friday, October 30, 2026 RALEIGH -- Attorney General Jeff Jackson and a bipartisan coalition of 36 states have reached a $220 million settlement with General Motors to resolve allegations that the company illegally collected and sold data its OnStar Smart Driver program collected about its drivers. "Gener more PR

SANTA BARBARA, California, Oct. 30 [Category: Health Care] -- Direct Relief posted the following news: * * * Cold Chain Support in Chad, Surgical Training in Ukraine, and More * Cookies can help enhance your browsing experience and help personalize content by analyzing traffic and usage trends on directrelief.org. By clicking "Accept All", you consent to the use of cookies Privacy Policy Include a byline with the reporter's name and Direct Relief in the following format: "Author Name, Direct Relief." If attribution in that format is not po more PR

RICHMOND, Kentucky, Oct. 30 -- Eastern Kentucky University posted the following news: * * * Early Partnership for Long-Term Success: Kentucky Medical Association Supports EKU's Proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine * KMA supports EKU's plan for a new osteopathic medical school and a statewide strategy to expand rural residency training in Kentucky. The Kentucky Medical Association (KMA) has expressed its support for Eastern Kentucky University's (EKU) proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine and the university's strategy to expand gradu more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 29 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Cross-Media Electronic Reporting: Announcement of Determination To Approve Authorized Program Revisions This notice announces the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) approval of requests to revise/modify EPA-authorized programs to allow electronic reporting from Arkansas Energy and Environment (E&E), Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (AZDEQ), Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protec more PR

RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 30 -- Gov. Abigail Spanberger, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Spanberger Celebrates Court Ruling Protecting Healthcare Coverage for Virginians With Serious Illnesses * Judge Strikes Down Federal Rules that Would Have Made It More Difficult for Patients with Cancer, Substance Use Disorder, Disabilities & Other Chronic Illnesses to Access Care RICHMOND, VA -- Governor Abigail Spanberger today celebrated Virginia winning a federal court ruling blocking the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Med more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- The House Education and Workforce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-826) on the Health Data Access, Transparency and Affordability Act (H.R. 9228). The report was advanced by Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, on Sept. 15, 2026. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose The purpose of H.R. 9228, Health Data Access, Transparency, and Affordability Act of 2026 (Health DATA Act of 2026), is to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to ensure employee benefit plan fiduciaries may access certain information relati more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- The House Energy and Commerce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-822) on the Affordable Innovation for the Grid Act (H.R. 9339). The report was advanced by Rep. S. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, on Sept. 14, 2026. The House passed the bill on Sept. 15, 2026, and it has been referred to the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. Here are excerpts: * * * PURPOSE AND SUMMARY H.R. 9339, the Affordable Innovation for the Grid Act, directs the Department of Energy to conduct an assessment and report to Congress on t more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- The House Energy and Commerce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-818) on the Battery Recycling for America's Competitive Economy Act (H.R. 9615). The report was advanced by Rep. S. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, on Sept. 14, 2026. The House passed the bill on Sept. 15, 2026, and it has been received by the Senate, but not referred to a committee. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose and Summary The purpose of H.R. 9615 is to direct the Environmental Protection Agency to update its regulations under the Resource Conservati more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- The House Energy and Commerce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-816) on the Combating Illicit Xylazine Act (H.R. 1266). The report was advanced by Rep. S. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, on Sept. 14, 2026. The House passed the bill on Sept. 15, 2026, and it has been received by the Senate, but not referred to a committee. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose and Summary H.R. 1266, the Combatting Illicit Xylazine Act, would designate xylazine as a Schedule III controlled substance under the Controlled Substances Act while  more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- The House Energy and Commerce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-820) on the Coordinating and Harnessing America's Recovery of Minerals Act (H.R. 9617). The report was advanced by Rep. S. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, on Sept. 14, 2026. The House passed the bill on Sept. 15, 2026, and it has been referred to the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose And Summary The purpose of H.R. 9617 is to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in consultati more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- The House Energy and Commerce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-819) on the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (H.R. 2140). The report was advanced by Rep. S. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, on Sept. 14, 2026. The House passed the bill on Sept. 15, 2026, and it has been received by the Senate, but not referred to a committee. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose and Summary The purpose of H.R. 2140 is to reauthorize the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) program through Fiscal Year 2029 at its current authorization level o more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- The House Energy and Commerce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-821) on the Environmental Monitoring and Remediation Technology Assessment Initiative Authorization Act (H.R. 9616). The report was advanced by Rep. S. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, on Sept. 14, 2026. The House passed the bill on Sept. 15, 2026, and it has been referred to the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee. Here are excerpts: * * * PURPOSE AND SUMMARY The purpose of H.R. 9616 is to require the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to car more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- The House Energy and Commerce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-824) on the High-Capacity Grid Act (H.R. 6633). The report was advanced by Rep. S. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, on Sept. 14, 2026. The House passed the bill on Sept. 15, 2026, and it has been referred to the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose and Summary This legislation directs the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, in consultation with the Department of Energy, to establish a best available transmission more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- The House Energy and Commerce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-823) on the Load Forecasting Enhancement Act (H.R. 9332). The report was advanced by Rep. S. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, on Sept. 14, 2026. The House passed the bill on Sept. 15, 2026, and it has been referred to the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose and Summary H.R. 9332, the Load Forecasting Enhancement Act, directs the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to establish regional joint boards with state re more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- The House Energy and Commerce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-814) on the Ratepayer Protection Act (H.R. 9340). The report was advanced by Rep. S. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, on Sept. 10, 2026. The House passed the bill on Sept. 16, 2026, and it has been received by the Senate, but not referred to a committee. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose and Summary H.R. 9340, the Ratepayer Protection Act, would amend the Public Utilities Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 to establish a Federal standard relating to the recove more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 -- The House Energy and Commerce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-817) on the Tyler's Law (H.R. 2004). The report was advanced by Rep. S. Brett Guthrie, R-Kentucky, on Sept. 14, 2026. The House passed the bill on Sept. 15, 2026, and it has been received by the Senate, but not referred to a committee. Here are excerpts: * * * PURPOSE AND SUMMARY H.R. 2004, Tyler's Law, directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to study the use of fentanyl testing in hospital emergency departments for patients experien more ST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 31 (TNSida) -- Rep. James Comer, R-Kentucky, chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Oct 29, 2026 Chairman Comer Seeks Testimony from Democrat Operatives Who Plotted to Rig Alaska Senate Race WASHINGTON--House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) today launched an investigation into allegations that the Mary Peltola campaign recruited challenger candidates with a name nearly identical to incumbent U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan more PR

MOREHEAD, Kentucky, Oct. 31 -- Morehead State University issued the following news: * * * KSAT and Morehead State University partner to expand Lunar Communications Infrastructure 30 October 2026 Kongsberg Satellite Services (KSAT), a leading provider of ground station networks and satellite operations, today announced a strategic partnership with Morehead State University (MSU) to enhance the KSAT Lunar Network and support the growing demand for communications and tracking services for deep-space and lunar missions. The partnership levera more PR

LEXINGTON, Kentucky, Oct. 28 -- The University of Kentucky posted the following news: * * * Markey study links neighborhood disadvantage to higher colorectal cancer death risk in younger patients * People diagnosed with colorectal cancer before age 50 who live in the most disadvantaged neighborhoods in Kentucky and Georgia had a 30% higher risk of dying from the disease, according to a study led by University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center researcher Justin Xavier Moore, Ph.D. Moore, an associate professor in the UK College of Medicine a more PR

CINCINNATI, Ohio, Oct. 30 -- Mount St. Joseph University issued the following news: * * * Mount St. Joseph University and Delhi Township Announce $2.5 Million Investment at Delhi Towne Square October 29, 2026 New home for the Mount's Physician Assistant Program marks a major investment in healthcare education and the future of Delhi Towne Square. - CINCINNATI, OHIO -- Today, Mount St. Joseph University (the Mount) and Delhi Township announced a partnership to bring the University's Physician Assistant Program to Delhi Towne Square. The M more PR

CINCINNATI, Ohio, Oct. 30 -- Mount St. Joseph University issued the following news: * * * MSJ Graphic Design Students Make a Lasting Impact Through Innovative Brand Identity Design Course October 29, 2026 MSJ students partner with local nonprofits to create lasting brand identities, gain real-world design experience, and build professional portfolios that make a meaningful impact in the community. - At Mount St. Joseph University, graphic design education extends far beyond the classroom. Through the innovative Brand Identity Design (BID) more PR

RAINSVILLE, Alabama, Oct. 30 -- Northeast Alabama Community College posted the following news: * * * NACC Veterans Day Program and Reception set for November 5, 2026 * Northeast Alabama Community College will host a community-wide Veterans Day program and reception on Thursday, November 5, at 10:00 a.m. in NACC's William H. Beck Music Auditorium. Refreshments will follow the program, and the college extends an invitation to anyone who wishes to attend. We especially want to welcome all local veterans and the family members of veterans to th more PR

LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Oct. 30 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * National Leaders Barnstorm Nevada in Final Stretch of Critical Midterms * "Nevada is the microcosm of our country. It is the perfect proving ground for anyone who wants to be successful nationwide." - Senator Cortez Masto Nevada is a critical battleground state home to the closest gubernatorial contest in the nation and national leaders are barnstorming the state in the final stretch of the midterm election. With the most working class voter more PR

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 29 -- Oklahoma State University Spears School of Business posted the following news: * * * OSU Mortar Board names Top 20 freshman men and women * The Oklahoma State University chapter of the Mortar Board honor society recently named its top 20 freshmen, as well as Top 10 freshman men and women for the 2025-26 class. Students are selected based on the criteria of scholarship, outstanding leadership and community service. Students apply when they are sophomores based on accomplishments during their freshman year.  more PR

ALLENTOWN, Pennsylvania, Oct. 30 -- Muhlenberg College issued the following news: * * * Solar Energy Center Begins Operations With Support From Muhlenberg College October 28, 2026 Muhlenberg College and eight other colleges and universities in North Carolina and Pennsylvania have collaborated to bring a western Kentucky solar energy center online. A subsidiary of NextEra Energy Resources, LLC developed the Sebree Solar II Energy Center in Henderson County, Kentucky; the project became operational on Aug. 7, 2026. The 150-megawatt solar fac more PR

SWARTHMORE, Pennsylvania, Oct. 30 -- Swarthmore College posted the following news: * * * Solar Energy Center Begins Operations with Support from Swarthmore * Swarthmore and eight other colleges and universities in North Carolina and Pennsylvania have collaborated to bring a western Kentucky solar energy center online. The 150-megawatt solar facility, Sebree Solar II Energy Center, will help meet Henderson County, Kentucky's growing electricity demand, supplying enough energy annually to power more than 20,000 homes. Sebree Solar II will al more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 30 [Category: BizMedia] -- PBS posted the following news release: * * * STATEMENT FROM PBS PRESIDENT AND CEO PAULA KERGER ON THE PASSING OF SHAE HOPKINS * ARLINGTON, VA; October 30, 2026 -- PBS President and CEO Paula Kerger shared the following statement today on the passing of Shae Hopkins, longtime Executive Director and CEO of Kentucky Educational Television (KET) and PBS board member. "Our dear colleague, Shae Hopkins, passed away last night surrounded by her family. She was an extraordinary leader of KET but more PR

STORRS, Connecticut, Oct. 30 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news: * * * Strengthening Mathematics Recovery in Connecticut: Research-Informed Priorities for Local Districts * Editor's Note: Katherine Mack prepared this research brief with UConn's Center for Education Policy Analysis, Research, and Evaluation (CEPARE). The full brief examines post-pandemic mathematics recovery in Connecticut. Below is an executive summary. Connecticut's mathematics results show encouraging movement on state assessments, but the state h more PR

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Oct. 31 -- Utah Attorney General Derek Brown issued the following news: * * * Utah and other states reach $220 million settlement with GM over driver data SALT LAKE CITY, Utah -- Utah Attorney General Derek Brown, the Utah Department of Commerce's Division of Consumer Protection, and 35 other attorneys general reached a $220 million settlement with General Motors (GM) over allegations that the automaker sold drivers' driving behavior and location data without their consent. Utah will receive $6,938,619 from the settleme more PR

WHEELING, West Virginia, Oct. 31 -- Wheeling University posted the following news: * * * October 30, 2026 Wheeling University October Update Dear Wheeling University Community, Homecoming Weekend was filled with athletic games, activities for families, and events for alumni and students. During halftime of the Cardinal Football game, the Homecoming Court was introduced, and seniors Valdimir Zhang and Madison Conrad were crowned Homecoming King and Queen. A Homecoming Dance was held for the students at River City Restaurant & Banquets in do more PR

BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, Oct. 30 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following news: * * * WKU Event Parking Notice: Upcoming Basketball Games * Saturday, October 31 | Tip-Off: 2:00 PM. * Parking Details: o 10:00 AM: Event parking operations begin. Free parking in Parking Structure 1 only. o $10 CASH Parking Structure 2. Hilltoppers vs. Morehead State Monday, November 2 | Tip-Off: 6:30 PM View Men's Weeknight Basketball Parking Map. * Parking Details: o 2:30 PM: Event parking operations begin. No re-entry permitted in reserved  more PR

BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, Oct. 30 -- Western Kentucky University posted the following news: * * * WKU Homecoming 2026: A world tour to remember * Join us on the Hill for Big Red's World Tour! Homecoming 2026 promises a weekend of Hilltopper Spirit and family fun. Presented by the WKU Alumni Association, in partnership with the WKU Department of Student Activities and WKU Athletics, the Hill will be a hub of community celebration. Big Red's World Tour begins on Thursday, Nov. 12 with our annual Hilltopper Excellence Awards. Held at the Knice more PR