WASHINGTON, May 12 [Category: Steel] -- The American Iron and Steel Institute posted the following news release: * * * AISI Announces 2026 Institute Medal Awardees The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) today presented its highest technical award - the 2026 Institute Medal - to Narayan S. Pottore and Hong Zhu of ArcelorMittal Global R&D; and Kyung-Shik Kim, Can Okuyucu and Cemal Cem Tasan of Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The honor was in recognition of their paper: "Understand more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 [Category: Government/Public Administration] (TNSrpt) -- The American Immigration Council issued the following news release: * * * As Public Support for Mass Deportation Falls, New Proposal Seeks to Restore Credibility and Humanity in Immigration Enforcement * Washington DC, May 12 Tues - Today, the American Immigration Council released a new framework calling for the overhaul of the United States' immigration enforcement system. The framework argues that the country's cur more PR

DES MOINES, Iowa, May 12 -- The Iowa Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: * * * Black bears becoming regular visitors in Northeast Iowa * Warm May weekends often lead to busy campgrounds as Iowa's camping community gets a jump on the summer season, and while they are busy reacquainting themselves with their tent or RV, at Pikes Peak State Park, camping prep also includes managing food and trash at the campsite to avoid any unintended visitors. Sitting on the U more PR

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, May 13 (TNSLrpt) -- Consumer Price Index, Midwest Region April 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Mountain-Plains Region - May 12, 2026 * * * Regional prices were up 0.8 percent in April, up 4.1 percent over the year * The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the Midwest Region advanced 0.8 percent in April, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported today. The energy index was up 5.7 percent, led by high more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Capitol Hill Report, 5-12-26 * Audio from this morning's call is available HERE. Topics include: cancer in Iowa, term limits, the federal gas tax, the Iowa gubernatorial race, Iran and fuel and fertilizer prices. *** Original text here: https://www.grassley.senate.gov/news/news-releases/capitol-hill-report-5-12-26 more PR

IOWA CITY, Iowa, May 11 -- The University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts and Sciences posted the following news: * * * CLAS investments continue to support student success at Iowa * As the University of Iowa reports record levels of student retention and graduation, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) continues to expand advising, curricular, and career readiness efforts that support student success. In February, the university reported record first-to-second-year retention of more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 [Category: Energy] -- The Edison Electric Institute issued the following news release: * * * Electric Companies Stepping Up to Protect Customers Amid Data Center Buildout * WASHINGTON (May 12, 2026) -A slew of recent announcements from investor-owned electric companies highlight their successful work powering the lives of the nearly 3 in 4 Americans who depend on them for reliable, affordable energy-and protecting them from bill increases related to data centers. EEI mem more PR

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following warning letter to Ridley USA Inc. from its Center for Veterinary Medicine: * * * Recipient: Darrell K. Meyer, Plant Manager, Ridley USA Inc., 2420 Old Highway 218 South, Iowa City, IA 52246-5818, United States, darrell.meyer@alltech.com Issuing Office: Center for Veterinary Medicine, United States WARNING LETTER CMS # 720800 Dear Mr. Meyer, The U.S. Food and Drug Admin more PR

DES MOINES, Iowa, May 12 -- Gov. Kim Reynolds, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Reynolds announces Vylor, home of iconic seed brand Pioneer, will be headquartered in Iowa * Johnston to serve as home for advanced seed and genetics company Vylor, following the company's planned separation from Corteva later this year Governor Kim Reynolds today announced that Corteva will locate the global headquarters of Vylor, its future independent seed and genetics company, in Johnst more PR

NOTRE DAME, Indiana, May 12 -- The University of Notre Dame posted the following news: * * * In memoriam: Xavier Navarro Aquino, assistant professor of English * Xavier Navarro Aquino, assistant professor of English, unexpectedly died Wednesday (May 6). He was 36. An acclaimed novelist and beloved teacher, mentor and colleague, Navarro Aquino was a member of the Creative Writing Program and a faculty fellow of the Institute for Latino Studies and the Initiative on Race and Resilience. "X more PR

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 12 -- The Institute for Justice posted the following news release on May 11, 2026: * * * Institute for Justice Applauds Oklahoma for Expanding Food Freedom Act Oklahoma's home food entrepreneurs will see their opportunities expanded under a new law that allows them to increase their annual sales. On May 5, HB 3720, the Local Food Freedom Act, was signed into law by Gov. Stitt. The, Sponsored by Rep. Hall and Sen. Hines, HB 3720 significantly raises the gross annual sa more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 [Category: Energy] -- Growth Energy, a trade association that represents ethanol producers, issued the following news release: * * * Leaders Cite Economic Hardship, Gas Prices as They Call for E15 Passage * WASHINGTON, D.C.-Members of Congress and leaders from several agricultural and biofuel organizations gathered outside the Capitol today to call on the U.S. House of Representatives to pass legislation that will allow for the sale of fuel with 15% ethanol blends, often r more PR

DECORAH, Iowa, May 11 -- Luther College posted the following news: * * * Luther College student's Growing Seeds for Peace proposal selected for Projects for Peace * Luther College sophomore Phonnaphat Khamphinit was recently selected to receive a $10,000 Projects for Peace grant to launch Growing Seeds for Peace, a community farming initiative in Thailand. Luther College sophomore QQ Khamphinit received a $10,000 Projects for Peace grant to launch Growing Seeds for Peace, a community farmi more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The Medical Group Management Association issued the following letter on May 11, 2026: * * * The Honorable Roger Marshall, MD U.S. Senate, 479A Russell Senate Building, Washington, DC 20510 The Honorable Greg Murphy, MD U.S. House of Representatives 407 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 The Honorable John Joyce, MD, U.S. House of Representatives 2102 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 The Honorable Bob Onder, MD, JD U.S. House of Represen more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * NEW: Miller-Meeks Facing More Scrutiny for Failing to Disclose Pharma Lobbyist Ties * Reporting from the Gazette puts a further spotlight on how Mariannette Miller-Meeks' " record on prescription drug policy has drawn scrutiny over her connections to the pharmaceutical industry." The Gazette highlighted how " while serving on a House subcommittee that oversees drug pricing," Mille more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Miller-Meeks Urges Leader Thune to Advance the SAVE Act * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-01) penned a letter to Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso, urging them to schedule a vote on the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, and advance it to President Trump's desk. In the letter, Miller-Meeks expressed t more PR

AMES, Iowa, May 13 -- Iowa State University issued the following news release: * * * New study aims to map how menopause shapes the aging brain Watch above: Data shows that men's and women's brains age differently, with women facing higher risks of stroke, Alzheimer's disease and dementia as they age. Iowa State University researchers are leading a new study to help find out why. Video courtesy of Wesley Lefferts/Iowa State University. AMES, Iowa - For decades, much of the medical focus on  more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * NEW: Another Health Care Clinic Closing in IA-03 Citing Medicaid Cuts After Zach Nunn Defended Medicaid Cuts, Calling Closures a "Myth" * Today, the River Hills Community Health Center announced they are closing their Centerville Clinic. The organization cited " ongoing financial and operational challenges facing rural health care providers " including " reimbursement challenges " a more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Rep. Zach Nunn, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Nunn Announces Winner of 2026 Congressional Art Competition for Iowa's Third District * DES MOINES, IA - Representative Zach Nunn (IA-03) today announced Sierra Cleghorn, a sophomore at Murray High School, as the winner of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for Iowa's Third District. Cleghorn's winning piece, "God's Country," will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol Building for the next year alongside ar more PR

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, May 13 -- Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued the following news release on May 12, 2026: * * * Drummond leads 18-state coalition urging EPA to protect chemical facility data from cybersecurity threats Attorney General Gentner Drummond today is calling on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to lock down a proposed federal database of chemical facility information that the coalition says could help foreign governments and hackers target American infr more PR

MOUNT PROSPECT, Illinois, May 12 [Category: Business] -- The National Sporting Goods Association posted the following news: * * * Recap of NCAA/NFHS Rules Meetings * Discussions of upcoming and potential rule changes in various sports by the NCAA and National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) were discussed by sports organizations and members of the sporting goods industry at the 20 th annual Team Sports Conference hosted by the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA)  more PR

DES MOINES, Iowa, May 12 -- The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship issued the following news: * * * Secretary Naig Congratulates Johnston on Being Named New Home of Vylor's Headquarters * DES MOINES, Iowa (May 12, 2026) - Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig welcomed the announcement that Vylor will plant their new corporate headquarters in Johnston, Iowa: "This announcement is tremendous news for Iowa and Iowa agriculture. We congratulate the city of Johnston, Polk Cou more PR

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Jon Husted, R-Ohio, issued the following news release on May 12, 2026: * * * Husted backs National Police Week resolution, law enforcement safety bill Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) is backing a resolution and a bill to support law enforcement during National Police Week. Husted joined the National Police Week Resolution as an original cosponsor. This resolution would designate May 10, 2026, to May 16, 2026, as National Police Week and honor fallen law enforcement office more PR

MURFREESBORO, Tennessee, May 12 -- Middle Tennessee State University posted the following news: * * * Two MTSU students selected for prestigious medical scientist training programs * MURFREESBORO, Tenn. -Two Middle Tennessee State University Honors students have been selected for highly competitive Medical Scientist Training Program summer research opportunities, placing them among a small group of undergraduates nationwide preparing for careers as physician-scientists. Alexis Katz, a biol more PR

IOWA CITY, Iowa, May 13 -- The University of Iowa College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * BME graduate credits research experience in landing job Conducting research in a pediatric cardiology clinic throughout college opened doors for Alex Sigman, who will be graduating next week with a degree in biomedical engineering (BME). University of Iowa's research prowess and the crossover of medicine and engineering was a strong draw for the Metamora, Illinois native in selecting Io more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Rep. Zach Nunn, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * WATCH: Nunn Announces $2 Million Investment for DMACC Campus to Expand Workforce Training * ANKENY, IA - Representative Zach Nunn (IA-03) joined local leaders, educators, and workforce partners at DMACC's Ankeny campus to announce a $2 million federal investment to modernize classrooms, expand workforce training, and strengthen career pathways for students across central Iowa. B-roll from the visit is avai more PR

WAYNE, Nebraska, May 13 -- Wayne State College issued the following news release: * * * Colvard Receives 2026 Teaching Excellence Award The award from State Nebraska Bank & Trust was presented to history professor Dr. Eric Colvard during the baccalaureate commencement ceremony May 9. * Wayne State College is proud to announce that Dr. Eric Colvard, professor of history, was presented the State Nebraska Bank & Trust Teaching Excellence Award at the college's May 9 baccalaureate commencement  more PR

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Zach Nunn Silent on Report That Lobbyist Offered $100 Cash Payments to Attend Nunn's Rally with Vance * Reporting last week found that a lobbyist connected to Kim Reynolds offered $100 cash payments - with $25 bonuses for additional recruits - to pack Zach Nunn's rally with JD Vance. A text message obtained by Iowa Starting Line from lobbyist Jake Swanson offered " $100, and for a more PR