Commissioner Goodell Statement on the Passing of Mike Ditka
NEW YORK — Oct. 9, 2026 — Mike Ditka epitomized football over so many years. He brought intensity, authenticity, and an unmistakable personality to everything he did. As a Hall…
Smithsonian’s Award-Winning Podcast ‘Sidedoor’ Launches Season 13
As the Show Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary, a New Season Brings Episodes With Stories Only the Smithsonian Can Tell The Smithsonian’s flagship podcast, Sidedoor, returned Wednesday, Oct. 7, for its…
Presidential Message on Child Health Day
This Child Health Day, we renew our commitment to ensure the health and well-being of America’s children – our Nation’s future – so that they may live full, lasting, and…
Padilla, Schmitt Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Critical Infrastructure from Theft and Vandalism
Legislation would strengthen federal protections for copper, fiber, and coaxial cables WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) and Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) introduced the Combating Critical Infrastructure Vandalism Act,…
Metro to Temporarily Close Three D Line Stations for Electrical Work
Wilshire/La Brea, Wilshire/La Cienega, Wilshire/Fairfax to Close for 10 Days to Improve Reliability WHAT: Three Metro D Line Stations – Wilshire/La Brea, Wilshire/Fairfax and Wilshire/La Cienega will be temporarily closed…
FBI’s Zero Tolerance on Striking an Aircraft With Lasers
Law Enforcement and Prosecutors Hold Offenders Accountable The Chicago Field Office of the FBI—along with local, state, and federal law enforcement; regulatory; and prosecutorial partners—are instructing the public to keep…
Smithsonian Books To Publish the Definitive Book on Groundbreaking Jeweler Art Smith
Smithsonian Books, in association with the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC), will release Bodyworks: The Jewelry of Art Smith to commemorate one of the most…
Presidential Message on Fire Prevention Week
During Fire Prevention Week, my Administration honors the memory of America’s courageous firefighters and first responders for their extraordinary service and sacrifice. We are reaffirming our commitment to strengthening fire…
State Superintendent Tony Thurmond Announces 2027 California Teachers of the Year
SACRAMENTO—State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond today named five exceptional educators as the 2027 California Teachers of the Year, recognizing their outstanding commitment to students, schools, and communities across…
OP-ED: Don’t Let Medicare Undermine Life-Saving Surgery
By Dr. Diego Schaps Every surgeon makes a promise to their patients. We cannot always promise a cure or that complications will not happen. But we can promise to: one,…