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BCLP's new partner class brings transatlantic reach and broad practice depth (10)
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Nov. 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner, a law firm, posted the following news:
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BCLP's new partner class brings transatlantic reach and broad practice depth
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Following a vote of the partnership, 15 lawyers have been promoted to partner at BCLP, effective January 1, 2027.
This year's class comes from eight offices across the US and Europe: Atlanta, Berlin, Denver, Irvine, Kansas City, London, New York and St. Louis. Together, they represent a range of key practices, including Business & Com more PR
Benedictine Professors Speak at Catholic Social Science Conference (10)
ATCHISON, Kansas, Nov. 2 -- Benedictine College posted the following news:
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Benedictine Professors Speak at Catholic Social Science Conference
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Two Benedictine College professors participated in the recent 34th Annual Conference of the Society of Catholic Social Scientists (SCSS) at John Carroll University in Ohio. Mike Parrott, Assistant Professor in the School of Business, and Lucia Luzondo, Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology and Criminology, presented at the conference and, as a result, have been invited to continue more PR
Building the Pipeline: Rural Health Programs and pathways at KCU (10)
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Nov. 3 -- Kansas City University issued the following news:
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Building the pipeline: Rural health programs and pathways at KCU
Nov 2, 2026
Identifying a problem is one thing. Building the infrastructure to solve it is another. At Kansas City University (KCU), rural health isn't just a talking point; it's embedded into the curriculum, recruitment strategy and the design of the programs themselves.
Over the past several years, KCU has launched targeted programs and accelerated pathways specifically designed to m more PR
CPKC EVP, CFO Nadeem Velani; SVP, Accounting, Planning & Procurement Ian Gray to Address 2026 Scotiabank Transportation & Industrials Conference (10)
CALGARY, Alberta, Nov. 3 -- Canadian Pacific Kansas City, a single-line transnational railway linking Canada to Mexico, issued the following news release:
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CPKC EVP and CFO Nadeem Velani; SVP, Accounting, Planning and Procurement Ian Gray to address 2026 Scotiabank Transportation & Industrials Conference
November 2, 2026
Calgary, Alberta
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Canadian Pacific Kansas City (TSX: CP) (NYSE: CP) (CPKC) Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer Nadeem Velani and Senior Vice President, Accounting, Planning and Procurement Ian Gray more PR
DHS Highlights Worst Illegal Aliens Arrested in Kansas (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release:
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DHS Highlights Worst Illegal Aliens Arrested in Kansas
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WASHINGTON - The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released the following statement highlighting recent examples of the worst illegal aliens arrested in the state of Kansas, including those convicted for crimes such as indecent liberties with a child, aggravated battery, distribution of narcotics, and burglary.
"Every day, the men and women of ICE work tirelessly more PR
Dr. Anita Toussi Named Chief Medical Officer of Via Christi St. Francis (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 2 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release:
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Dr. Anita Toussi Named Chief Medical Officer of Via Christi St. Francis
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Via Christi has appointed Anita Toussi, MD, PhD, MBA, FACEP, CPE, as the new Chief Medical Officer (CMO) at Via Christi St. Francis, effective Nov. 9. Dr. Toussi succeeds Dr. Sheryl Beard, who is transitioning to serve as Chief Medical Officer of Ascension Medical Group Via Christi.
In her role as CMO, Dr. Toussi will oversee clinic more PR
DSCC Friday Takeaways: Standing Room Only, Paxton Surrenders the Alamo, Rogers' Selective Hearing, Hinson's House Party, and Beefing With Cindy (10)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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Oct 30, 2026
DSCC FRIDAY TAKEAWAYS: Standing Room Only, Paxton Surrenders the Alamo, Rogers' Selective Hearing, Hinson's House Party, and Beefing with Cindy
TGIF. Welcome to the final edition of 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 4 days until the midterms.
DROP US A LINE: press@dscc.org.
THE NRSC GETS COOK-ED, FINAL SERVIN more PR
DSCC: Cook Political Report - "Red States Within Reach" as Senate Dems' "Strong Recruits" Leave Them "Better Positioned to Win the Majority Than Republicans" (10)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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Oct 30, 2026
COOK POLITICAL REPORT: "Red States Within Reach" as Senate Dems' "Strong Recruits" Leave Them "Better Positioned to Win the Majority Than Republicans"
Cook Political Report: "Democrats' strong recruits in Ohio, Alaska and Kansas put red states within reach, while Republicans fumbled with sub-par nominees in Georgia, North Carolina and Texas"
With just four days until Election Day and a "dismal national political enviro more PR
DSCC: One Day Out - "'A Genuine Toss-Up'" As "Democrats Show Strength in Final Days of Race for the Senate" as GOP Braces for "Previously Unthinkable Losses" (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 3 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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Nov 2, 2026
ONE DAY OUT: "'A Genuine Toss-Up'" As "Democrats Show Strength in Final Days of Race for the Senate" as GOP Braces for "Previously Unthinkable Losses"
New York Times: "If the polls are accurate and these trends hold, Democrats would win control of the Senate"
CNN: "Democrats have expanded the map in ways few predicted at the start of the year"
POLITICO: "Republicans are bracing for a brutal election night, convinced the more PR
DSCC: This Wasn't Supposed to Be Senate Democrats' Year. Here's What Changed. [Slate] (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 3 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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Nov 2, 2026
This Wasn't Supposed to Be Senate Democrats' Year. Here's What Changed. [Slate]
Slate: "That Democrats have this good of a shot at the Senate majority isn't something they would have believed two years ago--or a year ago, or six months ago, or even three months ago"
Two years ago, Senate Democrats faced a "brutal Senate map" that "made it hard to see them picking up many seats." Now, on the eve of Election Day - and in an more PR
Husch Blackwell Adds Senior Education Attorney (10)
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Nov. 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Husch Blackwell, a law firm, posted the following news release:
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Husch Blackwell Adds Senior Education Attorney
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National law firm Husch Blackwell announced today that Christine Bischoff has joined the firm's Education practice as senior counsel. Based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, she brings nearly two decades of education law experience spanning federal agencies and private practice.
Bischoff advises independent schools, religious schools, public school districts, postseco more PR
K-State Extension Programs Target Heart Health, Maternal Wellness Across Kansas (10)
MANHATTAN, Kansas, Nov. 3 -- Kansas State University issued the following news:
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K-State Extension programs target heart health, maternal wellness across Kansas
By Pat Melgares, K-State Extension
Nov. 2, 2026
MANHATTAN, Kansas - A community health expert with Kansas State University's extension service says two community-based programs are helping Kansans take charge of their health while addressing cardiovascular disease and maternal health.
Elaine Johannes, Kansas Health Foundation Distinguished Professor of Community Health at K-S more PR
Kansas State University: Through Chemistry and Collaboration, Patricia Calvo's Research Group Designs Polymers to Tackle Scientific Challenges (10)
MANHATTAN, Kansas, Nov. 3 -- Kansas State University issued the following news:
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A molecule for every challenge
Through chemistry and collaboration, Patricia Calvo's research group designs polymers to tackle scientific challenges
By Rafael Garcia, Division of Communications and Marketing
Nov. 2, 2026
It is a truth universally acknowledged that every scientific or industrial challenge in modern society must be in want of a good molecule.
So thinks Patricia Calvo.
No challenge is so insurmountable, no application too far-fetched. In more PR
Mich. Democratic Party: "Mike Rogers Earned $420,000 From Firm Now Helping Hegseth Plan Iran War's Next Phase" (10)
LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 3 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release:
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November 2, 2026
"Mike Rogers Earned $420,000 From Firm Now Helping Hegseth Plan Iran War's Next Phase"
LANSING -- New reporting reveals corrupt multimillionaire Mike Rogers "earned over $420,000 during his tenure as a board member for a consultancy that is now helping Pete Hegseth plan the next phase of the disastrous Iran war, according to tax filings."
According to the report, Rogers "served on MITRE's board of trustees, including a stin more PR
NFL: Broncos RB Jonah Coleman 'Ready for Any Opportunity' Vs. Chiefs With RJ Harvey Ruled Out (10)
CANTON, Ohio, Nov. 3 -- The National Football League posted the following news:
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Broncos RB Jonah Coleman 'ready for any opportunity' vs. Chiefs with RJ Harvey ruled out
Nov 01, 2026
Broncos running back Jonah Coleman didn't log a carry against the Chiefs in Denver's season-opening loss.
That's in line to change heading into the team's Week 8 rematch, especially after Denver ruled out RJ Harvey (knee) -- and on Saturday placed him on injured reserve.
"I'm ready for any opportunity I'm given," Coleman said Friday, via the Denver Post more PR
NFL: Cardinals Name Gardner Minshew Starting Quarterback; Rookie Carson Beck to Be Backup (10)
CANTON, Ohio, Nov. 3 -- The National Football League posted the following news:
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Cardinals name Gardner Minshew starting quarterback; rookie Carson Beck to be backup
Nov 03, 2026
Jeremy Bergman, Senior Editor, Digital News
The Cardinals are shuffling the deck at quarterback entering the back half of the season.
Gardner Minshew will be Arizona's starter "moving forward," coach Mike LaFleur announced Monday, while rookie Carson Beck will be his backup, starting in Week 9 against the Seahawks.
Minshew replaces Jacoby Brissett, who star more PR
NRSC Statement on President Trump's Rally in Kansas (10)
WASHINGTON, Nov. 3 -- The National Republican Senatorial Committee issued the following news release:
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November 1, 2026
NRSC Statement on President Trump's Rally in Kansas
If you are covering President Trump's rally in Kansas today, please consider this quote from the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC):
"Democrat Adam Hamilton wants Kansans to repent for eating beef, thinks there are 125 different genders, and is a pedophile protector who would vote with Democrats like Chuck Schumer. President Trump and Roger Marshall are more PR
Polsinelli Elevates 44 Attorneys to Shareholder Nationwide (10)
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Nov. 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Polsinelli, a law firm, posted the following news:
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Polsinelli Elevates 44 Attorneys to Shareholder Nationwide
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Polsinelli is pleased to announce the election of 44 new shareholders across 18 offices in each of the firm's core practices.
"The election of these attorneys to shareholder reflects their exceptional commitment to our clients, their colleagues and the continued success of our firm," said Polsinelli Chairman and CEO Chase Simmons. "Each has demonstrated outstanding l more PR
Task Force Ranking Member Pou Report: World Cup Success Masked Federal Security Issues (10)
WASHINGTON, Oct. 30 (TNSrpt) -- Rep. Bennie G. Thompson, D-Mississippi, ranking member of the House Homeland Security Committee, issued the following news release:
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October 30, 2026
Task Force Ranking Member Pou Report: World Cup Success Masked Federal Security Issues
100 Days After World Cup Final, Congressional Report Details ICE Enforcement Uncertainty, Delays in $625 Million Aid, and Lessons for 2028 Olympics
(WASHINGTON) - Marking 100 days since the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup this week, Congresswoman Nellie Pou (D-NJ) more PR
Thailand to implement national Employee Welfare Fund [Updated] (10)
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Nov. 2 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Lockton, an insurance broker, posted the following news:
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Thailand to implement national Employee Welfare Fund [Updated]
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Thailand previously issued regulations to implement the Employee Welfare Fund ("EWF"), which is intended to provide financial support to employees on employment termination or death. The original regulations required employers and employees to start making contributions to the EWF from 1 October 2025. The Thai government later announced that the implementati more PR
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