WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on Nov. 18, 2025: * * * @EdWorkforceCmte to Mark Up Bills to Deliver Flexibility, Fairness, and Faster Pay for America's Workers Thursday, at 10:15 a.m., the Committee on Education and Workforce, chaired by Rep. Tim Walberg (R-MI), will mark up three bills to expand flexibility for families, boost earnings for tipped workers, and ensure workers get pa  more

ADRIAN, Michigan, Nov. 20 -- Adrian College issued the following news release on Nov. 19, 2025: * * * Adrian College President Docking testifies before U.S. House Committee on Education and Workforce Adrian College President Jeffrey Docking testified Tuesday, Nov. 18, before the U.S. House Committee on Education and Workforce during a hearing titled "The Future of College: Harnessing Innovation to Improve Outcomes and Lower Costs" at the Rayburn House Office Building in Washington, D.C. The   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- Rep. Haley Stevens, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * After Voting To Release the Epstein Files, MI Congresswoman Haley Stevens Joins MI Senator Elissa Slotkin in Calling to End Presidential Pardon * With Trump considering a pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell and other associates of Jeffrey Epstein, Stevens calls to end presidential pardon power WASHINGTON, D.C. - Following the House vote on the release of the Epstein files, Michigan Congresswoman Haley   more

DEARBORN, Michigan, Nov. 22 -- The American Human Rights Council issued the following news release: * * * AHRC Calls for Unity in the Face of Hatred: Dearborn is an All-American City The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) joins all peace-loving people in Dearborn, Michigan, and across the nation in condemning, in the strongest terms, the ongoing and persistent planned and organized smear campaigns against the city of Dearborn and its uniquely diverse demographic makeup. These desperate,  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 [Category: Environment] -- The Sierra Club posted the following news release: * * * As I&M Looks to Fast-Track Natural Gas to Profit Off of AI Data Center Boom, Hoosiers' Utility Bills Could Skyrocket * INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - Parties have filed testimony against Indiana Michigan Power's (I&M) expedited generation resource (EGR) plan which would add 3,300 megawatts of natural gas as the utility looks to profit off of the data center boom in Indiana. According to Citizens Act  more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 19 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Ask the expert: Global HIV efforts matter now more than ever * Each year, the first day of December marks World AIDS Day to recognize the progress made in the global fight against HIV and to remind people that the epidemic is not over. This year, the observance comes amid shifts in U.S. global health policy that threatens to disrupt decades of global progress toward ending AIDS. Specifically, earl  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 17 -- Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Barrett Applauds VA Secretary, Calls for Additional Action To Restore Benefits To Veterans Forced Out Over COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements * Washington, D.C. Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) today applauded Secretary Doug Collins after the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced plans to allow veterans to regain education benefit eligibility if they were forced to retire early or unjustly dischar  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 17 -- Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Barrett Introduces Legislation to Make Historic Investment in Benefits for Gold Star Families, Disabled Veterans * Washington, D.C. Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) and Veterans' Affairs Committee Chairman Mike Bost (IL-12) today introduced legislation to make a historic investment in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) that will increase survivor benefits for more than half a million military fa  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Barrett Votes To Release Epstein Files, Stands With Survivors Demanding Justice * Washington, D.C. Today, Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) voted YES on the Epstein Files Transparency Act (H.R. 4405), which passed the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 427-1. This legislation would require the Department of Justice (DOJ) to publish all unclassified records, documents, communications, and inves  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 [Category: Political] -- U.S. Term Limits issued the following news release: * * * Bill Korb Pledges to Support Congressional Term Limits Comstock, MI - U.S. Term Limits (USTL), the leader in the national, non-partisan movement to limit terms for elected officials, is gathering support from state lawmakers across the nation. Its mission is to get 34 states to apply for an amendment proposal convention specific to term limits on Congress. 2026 Michigan state house candidate  more

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 22 -- The Michigan Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * BREAKING: John James Only Gets Two Votes in County GOP Straw Poll Flailing Republican "candidate" John James only received two votes in a stunning new post-debate straw poll conducted by the Leelanau County Republican Party--with James even losing to the "none of the above" option, which got five votes. It's the latest sign of a chaotic and messy primary that is "up for grabs." The brutal and  more

DETROIT, Michigan, Nov. 21 -- The Foundation for Economic Education posted the following news: * * * Building Proficient Learners * How homeschooling can address the UCSD "Math Preparation Problem." Recently, a colleague handed me an article by The Free Press, " The College Kids Who Can't Do Basic Math," and asked for my thoughts. The article cited a November 6, 2025, report from the University of California San Diego (UCSD), which revealed that the math skills of approximately one in eigh  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 [Category: Sociological] -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release: * * * CAIR Calls Anti-Muslim March in Dearborn a 'Transparent and Failed Attempt' to Divide Michigan Communities * The Michigan chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-MI) today called the anti-Muslim march held in Dearborn yesterday a "transparent and failed attempt" to divide communities in Michigan. CAIR-MI: Protests in Dearborn: Anti-Islam acti  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 [Category: Sociological] -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release: * * * CAIR in the News, November 18, 2025 * CAIR: North Carolina Muslim political groups condemn federal agents' presence in state, urge people to "stay safe" - CNN CAIR: Protests in Charlotte as aggressive immigration arrests continue - The Guardian CAIR-MI: Increased ICE presence reported in metro Detroit - WDET The Council on American-Islamic Relations, Michig  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 17 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * CAUGHT: Barrett staffer claims Capitol Police instructed against town halls, no evidence of such guidance [Michigan Advance] * Tom Barrett Caught Hiding From Michiganders, Again After refusing to meet Michiganders face-to-face for over a year, new reporting reveals Tom Barrett's latest excuse for why he refuses to hold down halls is a complete lie. Barrett's office claimed tha  more

CEDARVILLE, Ohio, Nov. 20 -- Cedarville University issued the following news: * * * Cedarville Students Combine Faith and Science at Au Sable Institute By Cara Ramer, Student Public Relations Writer * A new generation of Cedarville University students is integrating faith and science to shape the future of environmental policy and stewardship through hands-on research at the Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies. Through Cedarville's long-standing partnership with the Michigan-based  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Nov. 18 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Central Michigan University announces partnership with Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation * Central Michigan University (CMU) Online is excited to announce a new partnership with Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation, designed to provide expanded access to CMU's educational programs for employees and their families. The agreement, signed recently in a co-branded ceremony, reflects a shared commitment to suppor  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on Nov. 20, 2025: * * * Chair Walberg Opens Markup on Bills to Improve Flexibility, Fairness, and Pay for America's Workers Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) delivered the following statement, as prepared for delivery, at a markup of three bills to deliver flexibility, fairness, and faster pay for America's workers:   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Chair Walberg Praises Trump for Putting Students First, Right-Sizing ED * Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) issued the following statement in support of the Trump administration's announcement to put students first by right-sizing the Department of Education: "The past few decades have made one thing clear: the status quo is broken. As the bureaucracy swelled, l  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on Nov. 18, 2025: * * * Chair Walberg Praises Trump for Putting Students First, Right-Sizing ED Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) issued the following statement in support of the Trump administration's announcement to put students first by right-sizing the Department of Education: "The past few decades have made one  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on Nov. 21, 2025: * * * Chairman Walberg Delivers Opening Statement at Member Day Hearing Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) delivered the following statement, as prepared for delivery, at the Committee's Member Day hearing: "Thank you all for being here for this year's Member Day hearing. "Today is about listening.  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on Nov. 18, 2025: * * * Chairman Walberg Holds Hearing on Innovation in Higher Education Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI), delivered the following statement, as prepared for delivery, at a hearing titled "The Future of College: Harnessing Innovation to Improve Outcomes and Lower Costs": "Good morning and welcome to  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Chairman Walberg Statement on September Jobs Report * Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) released the following statement in response to the Department of Labor's September jobs report: "I cannot stress enough how deeply unfortunate it is that because of the Democrat shutdown we are now just looking at September jobs numbers and don't have current figures. This g  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on Nov. 20, 2025: * * * Chairman Walberg Statement on September Jobs Report Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) released the following statement in response to the Department of Labor's September jobs report: "I cannot stress enough how deeply unfortunate it is that because of the Democrat shutdown we are now just loo  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Rep. Lisa McClain, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Chairwoman Lisa McClain Leads House Republican Effort to Make Housing Affordable Again * WASHINGTON Today, House Republican Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) introduced two bills that will make housing more affordable for American families by expanding housing supply, cutting red tape, modernizing federal financing rules, and incentivizing homeownership. "Washington's outdated rules ha  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Clark Hill Public Strategies (CHPS), Detroit, Michigan, has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of State regarding proposed changes to the regulations surrounding the Hand-Carry Program, specifically addressing concerns with the current rules under 22 CFR Part 54. As an affiliate of a large international law firm, CHPS specializes in advocacy, policy, and regulatory guidance, and seeks to ensure that industry voices are heard in governmental processes. I  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Nov. 18 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * CMU Board to consider campus renovation and construction projects * The Central Michigan University Board of Trustees will meet in its formal session at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, November 21, following scheduled committee meetings on Thursday, November 20, 2025. Items on the agenda for the November sessions include discussion of proposed renovations in several campus buildings, construction of a n  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Nov. 21 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * CMU receives $80 million in commitments from Covenant HealthCare and MyMichigan Health * Central Michigan University's College of Medicine announced today it has received two landmark philanthropic gifts from two of its health care partners, Covenant HealthCare and MyMichigan Health, in support of the College's "Advancing Health Together" initiative. The two systems each pledged $40 million to s  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Nov. 21 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * CMU Trustees approve historic partnership to bolster medical education * The Central Michigan University Board of Trustees voted Friday to recognize two $40 million contributions from Covenant HealthCare and MyMichigan Health to strengthen medical education and the health and wellbeing of the entire Great Lakes Bay region. The two gifts are the largest ever committed to CMU and will support the   more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Nov. 19 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * CMU, Lansing Community College partner for Central Bound * Central Michigan University and Lansing Community College today announced a partnership to help more Michigan students achieve their bachelor's degree. Central Bound is a unique dual-admission and co-enrollment agreement between the two institutions designed to make earning a four-year degree more flexible, affordable and convenient fo  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 17 [Category: ThinkTank] -- Groundwork Collaborative, a think tank and progressive advocacy group, posted the following news release: * * * Corporate Executives Say Trump's Economy Has Left U.S. Consumers "Under Pressure" and "Stressed" * Corporate executives are quietly acknowledging what millions of Americans already feel: Trump's economy is squeezing lower- and middle-income families while corporations enjoy record profits and the wealthy continue to prosper. Consumer o  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 [Category: Sociological] -- The Council for Responsible Nutrition posted the following news release: * * * CRN's Opposes Michigan House Bill 5250 * Statement The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), the leading trade association representing the dietary supplement and functional food industry, issued the following statement in opposition to Michigan House Bill 5250: "The Council for Responsible Nutrition opposes Michigan House Bill 5250 in its current form becaus  more

CLEVELAND, Ohio, Nov. 18 -- Cleveland State University issued the following news: * * * CSU Graduate Student Takes Home Top Award for Best Poster * Peninah Kariuki, a graduate student at Cleveland State University, won the Best Graduate Student Poster Award at the recent fall meeting of the American Physical Society's Eastern Great Lakes Section at Eastern Michigan University. Her poster, titled "Study of Rapid Annealing of DNA Origami Structures," was based on research conducted under Dr.  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The Connected Vehicle Trade Association (CVTA), East Lansing , Michigan, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Commerce expressing support for the American AI Exports Program under Executive Order 14320. The organization emphasizes that this initiative is crucial for enhancing U.S. leadership in safe, secure, and ethical artificial intelligence, particularly within the automotive and transportation sectors where American innovation is already at the f  more

GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, Nov. 19 -- Davenport University issued the following news: * * * Davenport nursing students collect winter clothing to help those in need By Leslie Kinnee Senior nursing students from the W.A. Lettinga Grand Rapids Campus recently demonstrated remarkable leadership and compassion by organizing a winter clothing drive to support the Refugee Education Center. The students collected over 30 warm coats, as well as hats, gloves and other cold-weather essentials to help fam  more

GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, Nov. 22 -- Davenport University issued the following news: * * * Davenport's FUSE Club makes math and science fun! A growing number of students in Michigan are being exposed to STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) concepts in a fun and relatable way, thanks to a unique program developed by Davenport University's College of Urban Education (CUE). The Future Urban STEM Education (FUSE) program brings together interested middle and high school students from c  more

DETROIT, Michigan, Nov. 13 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan posted the following news release: * * * Detroit Man Sentenced After Meticulously Plotting And Secretly Sending Cryptocurrency to Help ISIS Jibreel Pratt, 26, of Detroit, Michigan, was sentenced today to 9 years in federal prison after having pleaded guilty to two counts of concealing cryptocurrency donations he intended to make to the Islamic State of Iraq and Al-Sham (ISIS), a designated forei  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Dingell Condemns Trump Administration Move to Undermine Clean Water Act * Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) released the following statement in response to the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposal to redefine "waters of the United States" and significantly limit the scope of the Clean Water Act. "The Clean Water Act is foundational to protecting our nation's waters. More than 50   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Dingell, Valadao, Fitzpatrick, and Clarke Reintroduce Bipartisan Elijah E. Cummings Family Asthma Act * Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI) and David Valadao (R-CA), co-chairs of the Congressional Asthma and Allergy Caucus, along with Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), and Yvette D. Clarke (D-NY) reintroduced the Elijah E. Cummings Family Asthma Act, legislation that would expand federal, state, and loc  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Dingell, Walberg Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Combat Invasive Great Lakes Mussels * Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI) and Tim Walberg (R-MI) this week introduced a bipartisan bill to address the urgent, growing crisis of invasive mussels in the Great Lakes. The Save the Great Lakes Fish Act authorizes $500 million over 10 years for federal agencies to work with the Great Lakes Fishery   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Dow Inc., Midland, Michigan, has submitted a public comment letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) expressing support for proposed changes to the agency's substance-specific standards. The letter outlines how these changes could streamline compliance and enhance the protection of workers without compromising safety. In the letter, Dow stated that modifications within the substance-specific standards, which cover hazardous materials such as Viny  more

YPSILANTI, Michigan, Nov. 20 -- Eastern Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Eastern Michigan University journalism students earn political reporting fellowships By Melissa Thrasher Eastern Michigan University journalism students Lilly Kujawski and Ameera Salman have been selected for the Michigan Press Association Foundation/Trott Foundation News Fellowship. This program supports emerging reporters across the state. The fellowship provides student journalists with hands-on e  more

YPSILANTI, Michigan, Nov. 20 -- Eastern Michigan University issued the following news: * * * New "Enlighten U" Episode Breaks the Silence on Bipolar Disorder By Lolita Cummings "Enlighten U," Eastern Michigan University's award-winning mental health podcast for students, continues its mission to spark open and honest conversations about student well-being with a powerful new November 2025 episode, "Real Talk on Bipolar Disorder: Myths, Management, and Mental Health in College." The lifetime  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Energy issued the following news release: * * * Energy Secretary Strengthens Midwest Grid Reliability Heading into Winter Months U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright issued an emergency order to address critical grid reliability issues facing the Midwestern region of the United States heading into the cold winter months. The emergency order directs the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO), in coordination with Consumers Energy, to ensu  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: * * * EPA Approves $78 Million WIFIA Loan to the City of Joliet, Illinois, to Help Transition City's Drinking Water Supply * Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved an $87 million Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loan to help the City of Joliet, Illinois, transition its drinking water supply from ground water to water from Lake Michigan. EPA's WIFIA program   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has issued a direct final rule to approve an element of Michigan's state implementation plan (SIP) for the 2015 ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). This action pertains to the infrastructure requirements of the Clean Air Act (CAA), specifically addressing the provisions for State boards under CAA section 110(a)(2)(E)(ii) and the associated requirements of CAA section 128. Infrastructure requirements ensur  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has proposed to approve a portion of a state implementation plan (SIP) submission from Michigan concerning the infrastructure requirements of the Clean Air Act (CAA) for the 2015 ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). This proposal addresses the structural components of Michigan's air quality management program, ensuring its ability to meet responsibilities under the CAA. This proposed rule focuses specifica  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Nov. 17 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Experience meets innovation at CMU's 5th Annual Logistics Undergraduate Case Competition * The College of Business Administration hosted the fifth annual Logistics Undergraduate Case Competition on Nov. 7 in Grawn Hall's Atrium, bringing together more than 100 College of Business Administration students to test their business acumen, analytical thinking, and collaboration skills in logistics-foc  more

DETROIT, Michigan, Nov. 21 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan posted the following news release on Nov. 20, 2025: * * * FIVE MEN SENTENCED TO FEDERAL PRISON FOR THEIR ROLES IN SCHEME TO DEFRAUD THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION BAY CITY - Five Michigan men, all former executives of Standish-based Surveying Solutions Inc., or (SSI), were sentenced this week to federal prison for their roles in a sch  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Nov. 19 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * For Kayli Kalish, sales is about people, not transactions * Having always been motivated by curiosity and a willingness to take on new challenges, Kayli Kalish '25 has built her path around saying yes to opportunity. "At a young age, my parents always pushed me to do things and get out of my comfort zone," she shared. "To this day, I say yes to many opportunities, and I think each thing I have d  more

TAMPA, Florida, Nov. 21 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida posted the following news release: * * * Founder Of "Leadership Training" Company And Co-Conspirator Found Guilty Of Defrauding COVID Relief Programs * Orlando, Florida - United States Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe announces that a federal jury found Shawn Michael Simmerer (49, Florida) and Seth Downes (30, Michigan) guilty of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and wire fraud in connection with a scheme to  more

DETROIT, Michigan, Nov. 20 -- The Foundation for Economic Education posted the following commentary: * * * Franco's Legacy at 50 Spain on the anniversary of the dictator's death. By Mark Nayler Today is the fiftieth anniversary of the death of the Spanish dictator Francisco Franco. Spain has been celebrating all year, with a calendar of educational and cultural events intended "to highlight the great transformation achieved in this half-century of democracy." Inaugurating the "Spain in Lib  more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 19 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Glenn Chambers recommended as dean of MSU Honors College * Michigan State University Provost Laura Lee McIntyre has recommended Glenn Chambers to serve as dean of the Honors College effective Dec. 1. He will serve as dean designee prior to the Dec. 12 meeting of the MSU Board of Trustees. "Dr. Chambers possesses a clear and progressive vision for our Honors College as an intellectual hub of the un  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Graham Demands Answers from Democrats Calling for Members of the Military, Intel Community to "Refuse Illegal Orders" * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) is demanding that six Democrat members of Congress be specific about what they view as an "illegal order." U.S. Senators Elissa Slotkin (D-Michigan) and Mark Kelly (D-Arizona) along with Representatives Jason Cr  more

GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, Nov. 18 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Michigan posted the following news release on Nov. 17, 2025: * * * Grand Rapids Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Threatening to Kill the President, Vice President, and Two Others James Donald Vance, Jr. Posted Threats to Kill on Bluesky * U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Michigan Timothy VerHey today announced that Grand Rapids resident James Donald Vance, Jr., age 67, was sentenced t  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- The House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Early Childhood, Elementary and Secondary Education issued the following information for a hearing entitled "From Classroom to Career: Strengthening Skills Pathways Through CTE" at 2 p.m. on Nov. 19, 2025, at 2175 Rayburn House Office Building: Witnesses: * Dr. Deb Volzer, Vice President, Workforce Development, SME * Mrs. Kristi Rice, Cybersecurity Teacher, Spotsylvania County Public Schools * Mr. Braden Goetz, Senior P  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Nov. 17 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * How the University Innovation Fellows are shaping CMU's future * Across Central Michigan University, innovation isn't confined to classrooms or business plansit's a mindset. Through the University Innovation Fellows Program, CMU students are stepping forward as changemakers, applying design thinking to create lasting impact on campus and beyond. "The University Innovation Fellows Program is a   more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Nov. 21 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * ICYMI: AFP-Michigan, Concerned Veterans for America, and Downriver for Veterans Host Operation Grateful Nation Ahead of Thanksgiving * WYANDOTTE, MI On Friday, Americans for Prosperity-Michigan (AFP-MI) and Concerned Veterans for America (CVA) partnered with Downriver for Veterans to host Operation Grateful Nation, an event aimed at supporting Michigan veterans and expan  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Congresswoman McDonald Rivet, Michigan Delegation Honor Victims of the Grand Blanc Church Shooting on U.S. House Floor * WASHINGTON Today, Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) and Members of the Michigan Delegation to the U.S. House held a moment of silence on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives to honor the victims of the shooting at the Church of Jesus Christ o  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Rep. Haley Stevens, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Stevens Joins Slotkin's Call to Abolish the Presidential Pardon * After voting to release the Epstein Files the Michigan lawmakers are leading the charge to ban the long-abused pardon power WASHINGTON, D.C. - ICYMI: Congresswoman Haley Stevens joined Senator Elissa Slotkin's calls to " push Democrats to abolish [the] Presidential Pardon (link is external)." The push comes after voting to   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- Rep. John James, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * John James Introduces Patients Deserve Price Tags Act * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Rep. John James (MI-10), along with Reps. Jen Kiggans (VA-02) Don Davis (NC-01), and Maggie Goodlander (NH-02) introduced the groundbreaking "Patients Deserve Price Tags Act" to bring transparency to our health care system. The proposed law would strengthen hospital and health coverage price transparency requirements, ensurin  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release: * * * Justice Department Secures Denaturalization of Health Care Fraudster * On Nov. 17, the Justice Department secured the denaturalization of Marieva Briceno, who defrauded more than $5.4 million from Medicare and then obtained U.S. citizenship by concealing her crimes from immigration officials. A native of Venezuela, Briceno owned three purported medical clinics in the Detroit, Michigan, area that   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 [Category: Health Care] -- Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine posted the following news release: * * * Lions Tight End Sam LaPorta, Wife Callie Ask Michigan Legislators to Pass Queenie's Law, Prohibit Painful Dog Experiments * LANSING, Mich.Sam LaPorta is recovering for his next on-field battle, but that's not stopping him from helping some four-legged friends with their own fight. Monday, LaPorta and his wife Callie urged state legislators to pass Queenie's La  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Nov. 18 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * MBA student Katie List finds balance through purpose and perseverance * For MBA student Katie List, leadership isn't a destination it's a deliberate commitment to growth and service. She's pursuing her Master of Business Administration with an emphasis in health systems leadership, building on her undergraduate degree in healthcare administration. Even though she isn't currently working in hea  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Nov. 18 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Meijer brings career pathways and people-first leadership to CMU students * Students recently had the opportunity to meet with Meijer Human Resources Market Manager Courtnie Sanchez, who visited Grawn Hall to talk with business students about the wide range of internships and early-career roles available across the company. From corporate offices to store leadership to supply chain operations, S  more

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 22 -- The Michigan Democratic Party posted the following news release on Nov. 21, 2025: * * * "Mike Rogers once denounced election denial of the 2020 election. Now, he's surrounded by it." [Michigan Advance] According to new reporting from Michigan Advance, failed GOP Senate candidate Mike Rogers is "surrounding himself with a campaign full of those who also repeatedly questioned the results of the 2020 election" appointing a dozen prominent election deniers as county   more

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 22 -- The Michigan Democratic Party posted the following news release on Nov. 21, 2025: * * * Aric Nesbitt Can't Name One Issue He Disagrees With Trump On At last night's Republican gubernatorial primary debate, Aric Nesbitt couldn't name one issue that he disagrees with Donald Trump on--causing the conservative moderator to chide him and say "Alright, it's not Jesus Christ, it's President Trump. Let's find something we disagree on." Conservative moderator Dave Bondy  more

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 19 -- The Michigan Democratic Party posted the following news release on Nov. 18, 2025: * * * Dems Successfully Force a Vote on Epstein Files After "Months of Stalling by GOP Leaders," Silence from Michigan Republicans As Trump tried to cover up his relationship with Epstein, Mike Rogers and Michigan Republicans stood with GOP leaders who obstructed a vote for months * This afternoon, Democrats successfully forced a House vote to release the full Epstein files after   more

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 22 -- The Michigan Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * GOP Candidates Blast John James For Hiding From Campaign Trail John James' continued absence remained a central topic, drawing criticism from every candidate..." * John James' floundering primary campaign is continuing to tear the Michigan Republican Party apart at the seams after he skipped his third straight debate after last night's primary debate in Traverse City. His absence from the   more

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 18 -- The Michigan Democratic Party posted the following news release on Nov. 17, 2025: * * * James Continues To Side With Pedophiles by Staying Silent on Epstein Files James refused to sign the bipartisan petition that is now forcing a vote * The House of Representatives is set to vote this week on releasing the entirety of the Jeffrey Epstein files after a bipartisan discharge petition--no thanks to John James. Not only did James side with pedophiles by refusing  more

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 22 -- The Michigan Democratic Party posted the following memorandum on Nov. 21, 2025: * * * MEMO: State of the GOP MI-SEN Primary SUBJECT: State of the GOP MI-SEN Primary TO: Interested Parties FROM: Joey Hannum, Senior Communications Advisor Former Michigan GOP co-chair Bernadette Smith's official entry into the Republican Republican Senate primary yesterday confirms what everyone already knows: Mike Rogers is careening towards another humiliating defeat and a hast  more

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 21 -- The Michigan Democratic Party posted the following news release on Nov. 20, 2025: * * * Messy GOP Primary Drags On As John James Skips Another Debate Tim Skubick for WLNS: State GOP is "split" on John James' campaign for governor Michigan's Big Show on interviewing James: "We're in pursuit, so to say. I guess he's kind of tough to nail down." * John James is skipping yet another GOP primary debate tonight, this time in Traverse City. It comes amidst an increas  more

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 19 -- The Michigan Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * Michigan Auto Manufacturers Warn of "Wider Slowdown" as Tariffs Backed by Mike Rogers Spike Costs Moody's Chief Economist: "The manufacturing industry is in recession and, if it's not, it's hanging on by its fingertips." * Michigan manufacturers are warning of a "wider slowdown" in the auto industry as the reckless tariffs backed by failed GOP Senate candidate Mike Rogers are causing busines  more

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 19 -- The Michigan Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * Michigan Dems Chair Condemns Hateful, Islamophobic Incident in Dearborn Following a hateful march through the city of Dearborn, Chair of the Michigan Democratic Party Curtis Hertel released the following statement: "Attempting to burn a religious document is an unacceptable act of hate. Dearborn is a beloved, multicultural city with tens of thousands of people who are cherished friends, fami  more

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 21 -- The Michigan Democratic Party posted the following news release on Nov. 20, 2025: * * * Michigan Dems Chair Mourns Passing of Former State Rep. Fred Durhal Jr. Late last night, former state legislator and first Black Political Director of the Michigan Democratic Party Fred Durhal Jr. passed away, leaving behind a rich legacy of public service and a devotion to serving Detroiters and Michiganders. Following his passing, Chair of the Michigan Democratic Party Curti  more

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 18 -- The Michigan Democratic Party posted the following news release on Nov. 17, 2025: * * * Michigan Dems Slam Mike Rogers for Silence Amid Trump-Epstein Revelations With the U.S. House set to vote this week on whether to release the Epstein files, failed GOP Senate candidate Mike Rogers has refused to say where he stands on making them public, even as polls show the vast majority of Americans want all the files released. Rogers' silence comes amid the release of ne  more

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 21 -- The Michigan Democratic Party posted the following news release on Nov. 20, 2025: * * * Michigan Dems Sound Alarm on "Devastating" Impact of GOP Medicaid Cuts on National Rural Health Day In recognition of National Rural Health Day on November 20, the Michigan Democratic Party is sounding the alarm as Michigan's rural health leaders say GOP-backed Medicaid cuts will have a "devastating" impact on the state's rural health hospitals. Failed GOP Senate candidate Mi  more

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 19 -- The Michigan Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * Michigan Dems Statement on Trump Directing Republicans to Force Health-Care Price Hikes In a new announcement, Trump said that he would not support an extension of the ACA premium tax credits that help keep health care more affordable for middle-class families, and instructed Republicans not to "waste" their time on it. This comes after Trump's tax law slashed Medicaid while insurers drop cove  more

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 19 -- The Michigan Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * REMINDER: Mike Cox Sued To Block the ACA; Said He "Led the Fight" Against It In a 2010 ad, Cox trumpeted that he "led the fight" against the ACA * As the Trump Administration is once again ramping up attacks on the Affordable Care Act, former Attorney General Mike Cox has long fought to overturn it--even as more than 1.4 million Michiganders now rely on the ACA for health care coverage. In   more

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 20 -- The Michigan Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * STATEMENT: Michigan Dems Chair Condemns William Null's Campaign for Governor In response to far-right extremist William Null, who was connected to the attempted kidnapping plot of Gov. Whitmer, filing to join the Republican primary for governor, Michigan Democratic Party Chair Curtis Hertel released the following statement: "William Null is a far-right extremist and former militia member whos  more

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 21 -- The Michigan Democratic Party posted the following news release on Nov. 20, 2025: * * * STATEMENT: Michigan Dems Condemn Trump's Threats of Political Violence Against Members of Congress Earlier today, President Trump threatened Senator Elissa Slotkin and other Democratic service and veteran lawmakers with arrest, trial, and death by hanging. In response, Chair of the Michigan Democratic Party Curtis Hertel released the following statement: "Threatening death ag  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Rep. Haley Stevens, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Michigan Congresswoman Haley Stevens Statement on Senate Introduction of Her No Tariffs on Groceries Act * Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) to introduce Senate version of Rep. Stevens' No Tariffs on Groceries Act today WASHINGTON, D.C. - Michigan Congresswoman Haley Stevens released the following statement on Senator Jacky Rosen introducing the Senate version of her No Tariffs on Groceries Act (link i  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The Michigan Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention and Treatment Board, Lansing, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) regarding a notice of proposed rulemaking concerning the acquisition, receipt, transfer, shipment, transportation, or possession of firearms by individuals previously convicted of domestic violence and related offenses. The comment letter was submitted online on October 20 and emphasizes the board's dedication to e  more

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Nov. 20 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Pennsylvania posted the following news release on Nov. 19, 2025: * * * Michigan Man Pleads Guilty to Cocaine Trafficking A resident of Westland, Michigan, pleaded guilty in federal court to cocaine trafficking, First Assistant United States Attorney Troy Rivetti announced. Roy Brown, 56, pleaded guilty on October 21, 2025, before United States District Judge Robert J. Colville to conspiring to di  more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 18 -- Michigan State University's College of Social Science issued the following news: * * * Study: Poverty line misses many kids who need help Families just above today's federal poverty line look similar to those below it on relative measures, yet they often miss benefits tied to better learning outcomes, the study finds. By Brandon Drain Studies show that early childhood poverty is associated with poor academic performance, lower cognitive development, and p  more

HOUGHTON, Michigan, Nov. 18 -- Michigan Technological University issued the following news release: * * * Husky's Research Helps Navy AI Systems Make Better Choices By Windy Veker Husky Elijah Nieman is seeking the sweet spot between human adaptability and artificial intelligence's tirelessness. The Michigan Technological University researcher is studying AI decision-making behavior to help the U.S. Navy's intelligent onboard systems make better judgment calls in a constantly changing enviro  more

CHEVY CHASE, Maryland, Nov. 21 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Society of Addiction Medicine posted the following news release: * * * MISAM Advocates for Stronger Kratom Regulations and Increased Addiction Medicine Fellowship Funding * On November 19, the Michigan Society of Addiction Medicine (MISAM) sent a letter of support for HB 4969 to members of the House Committee on Regulatory Reform. This bill establishes a regulatory framework for the Department of Licensing and Regulatory   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release on Nov. 19, 2025: * * * Moolenaar Discusses China and the Panama Canal with Panamanian Delegation Today, Select Committee Chairman John Moolenaar and Select Committee member Congressman Carlos Gimenez (R-FL) met with legislators from the National Assembly of Panama. They discussed U.S.-Pa  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Moolenaar Votes to Lower Energy Costs * Tonight, Congressman John Moolenaar voted for the Unlocking our Domestic LNG Potential Act of 2025 (link is external). This legislation would lower energy costs and strengthen American energy production. Specifically, it would remove unnecessary barriers that have slowed down U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports. "President Trump and Republicans are m  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release: * * * Moolenaar: Alibaba Shouldn't Have Access to U.S. Markets and Innovation Chairman John Moolenaar of the House Select Committee on China is again highlighting the dangers of allowing Chinese companies to operate and raise money in the United States following a story in the Financial   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release: * * * Moolenaar: Morgan Stanley Should Have Known Client's Ties to Forced Labor Today, Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) of the Select Committee on China appeared on FOX Business Network's Mornings with Maria to discuss Morgan Stanley's underwriting of the initial public offering (IPO) of Z  more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 18 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * MSU mobilizes to address mounting food insecurity * With several factors influencing the suspension of access to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, millions of people in the United States roughly 40% who are children face the loss of monthly support to purchase food and maintain consistent access to nutritious meals ahead of the holidays. The suspension of SNAP benefits not on  more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 18 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * MSU researcher honored with Soil Science Research Award * A Michigan State University researcher has been honored with the Soil Science Research Award from the Soil Science Society of America, one of the highest honors for advancing scientific knowledge in the field. Bruno Basso, a world-renowned expert in sustainable agriculture and precision agriculture systems, received with the award Nov. 10 a  more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 19 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * MSU's undergraduate researchers pursue big ideas * In her first semester at Michigan State University, Ashlin Stover was attending a fair for student organizations on campus when she stumbled upon a table advertising the James Madison College Human Rights Data Science Lab. She immediately knew she found something special. The lab stood out to Stover because it was a place for undergraduate student  more

MIDLAND, Michigan, Nov. 18 -- Northwood University issued the following news on Nov. 17, 2025: * * * Food Network Champion to Keynote Game-Changing 51st Stafford Dinner Northwood University is thrilled to announce that Chef Dominique Leach, award-winning pitmaster and owner of Chicago's celebrated Lexington Betty Smokehouse, will keynote the 51st Stafford Dinner on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, at Apple Mountain Resort in Freeland, Michigan. Chef Leach is a classically trained chef who has tran  more

MIDLAND, Michigan, Nov. 19 -- Northwood University issued the following news: * * * MEYLE's AAPEX License Plate Fundraiser Raises Over $14,000 for Scholarships A creative and high-impact scholarship fundraiser hosted by MEYLE earlier this month at the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) in Las Vegas helped raise over $14,000 for future automotive aftermarket leaders at Northwood University. Attendees were invited to use MEYLE's German license plate stamping machines to create custom  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * 22-year U.S. Army Veteran Tom Barrett Delivers for Veterans and Michigan In case you missed it, 22-year U.S. Army veteran Tom Barrett introduced legislation to boost compensation benefits for catastrophically disabled veterans and their families for the first time since 1993. "Congressman Tom Barrett delivers commonsense results for Michigan and stands up for his fellow veterans, earning t  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * Congressman Tom Barrett is Delivering for Michigan's Small Businesses Congressman Tom Barrett is leading the charge to support Main Street job creators in Michigan. "Michigan small businesses are getting real relief thanks to Congressman Tom Barrett's Working Families Tax Cuts. Congressman Barrett continues to prove that leadership rooted in common sense delivers results for Michiganders.  more

DETROIT, Michigan, Nov. 18 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan posted the following news release: * * * Oncologist Sentenced to Prison for Illegally Selling Cancer Drugs Dr. Naveed Aslam, 52, of West Bloomfield, was sentenced to 18 months in prison for his role in a multi-million-dollar scheme to illegally sell and divert expensive prescription cancer drugs, United States Attorney Jerome F. Gorgon, Jr. announced. Joining in the announcement were Special Ag  more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 21 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Peace Corps and MSU announce Coverdell Fellows Program partnership * Michigan State University is expanding opportunities for Returned Peace Corps Volunteers through the new Paul D. Coverdell Fellows Program in the Broad College of Business. Introduced earlier this fall with the Peace Corps, the program offers tuition assistance to Returned Peace Corps Volunteers, or RPCVs, pursuing a graduate degre  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, ranking member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Peters and Slotkin Press Postmaster General for Answers Following Tragic Death of a Mechanic at Michigan USPS Facility U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) are pressing Postmaster General David Steiner for answers   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release on Nov. 20, 2025: * * * Peters Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Motorcycle Safety Education U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI), Co-Chair of the Senate Motorcycle Caucus, introduced the Motorcycle Safety Awareness Act of 2025 to expand motorcycle safety education at Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) facilities throughout the United States. "I've always said, there's no better way to get from point A   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Peters Leads Colleagues in Calling on Senate Majority Leader to Quickly Bring the Epstein Files Transparency Act to Floor for Vote U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI), Ranking Member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, led his Senate Democratic colleagues in calling on Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) to immediately bring the Epstein Files Transparency Act to the Senate floor for   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Peters Secures Federal Funding for Bay Region Communities to Support Public Safety, Improve Library Access As a member of the Appropriations Committee, U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) secured federal funding for Bay Region communities in bipartisan legislation recently signed into law. The Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act provides new  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Peters Secures Federal Funding to Improve Public Safety, Emergency Response in Southeast Michigan As a member of the Appropriations Committee, U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) secured federal funding for Southeast Michigan communities in bipartisan legislation recently signed into law. The Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act provides new,  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Peters Secures Federal Funding to Strengthen Public Safety in Northern Michigan and Upper Peninsula Communities As a member of the Appropriations Committee, U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) secured federal funding for communities across Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula in bipartisan legislation recently signed into law. The Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Relat  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Peters Secures Federal Funding to Strengthen Public Safety, Improve Child Care Access in West Michigan As a member of the Appropriations Committee, U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) secured federal funding for West Michigan communities in bipartisan legislation recently signed into law. The Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act provides new,  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Peters Secures Investments to Support Food Assistance and Michigan Farmers in Bipartisan Legislation Signed into Law As a member of the Appropriations Committee, U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) helped secure federal funding to deliver food assistance to Michigan communities and support our state's robust agriculture sector in bipartisan legislation recently signed into law. The Agriculture, Rural Devel  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Peters Secures Provisions to Support Michigan Veterans, Selfridge Air National Guard Base in Bipartisan Legislation Signed into Law As a member of the Appropriations Committee, U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) secured investments for Selfridge Air National Guard Base and Michigan's veterans in bipartisan legislation recently signed into law. The Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agenc  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, ranking member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Peters Urges the Federal Communications Commission to Protect Cybersecurity Safeguards Ahead of Key Vote U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI) issued the following statement urging the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to maintain existing protections for Americans' data ahead of tomorrow's planned vote that could over  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, ranking member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Peters, Schumer, Durbin and Merkley Lead Democratic Colleagues in Calling on Leader Thune to Quickly Bring the Epstein Files Transparency Act to Floor for Vote U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Senate Minority Leader, Dick  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release: * * * Pharmacist and Brother Sentenced to Prison for $15M Health Care and Wire Fraud Scheme * A former Michigan pharmacist and his brother were sentenced yesterday to eight years in prison and five years in prison, respectively, for their roles in a conspiracy to commit health care fraud and wire fraud. According to court documents and evidence presented at trial, from approximately 2010 to 2019, Raad   more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Nov. 17 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * PING students present cutting-edge research at national APS meeting * Three students from Central Michigan University's PING (Physics Inspiring the Next Generation) program took their work to a national stage this year, presenting their research at the American Physical Society's Division of Nuclear Physics (APS DNP) annual meeting. It was an impressive accomplishment for a cohort of just six PI  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Nov. 21 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Pravalya Kamireddy's path from law to global business leadership * Leaving behind a courtroom in India for a classroom in Michigan, Pravalya Kamireddy is learning that leadership looks different in every culturebut confidence is universal. When she decided to pursue an MBA, she wasn't just changing fields; she was expanding her world. With a background in law and a passion for international le  more

LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 22 -- Progress Michigan, an organization that says it holds public officials and government accountable and assist in the promotion of progressive ideas, issued the following news release: * * * Most Hated Woman in Michigan Financially Supports Professional Loser Riley Gaines DeVos Foundation associations reaffirm that anti-trans fearmongering is a calculated, hateful attempt to undermine public education so the wealthy can profit * In Michigan, a person does not hav  more

DETROIT, Michigan, Nov. 19 -- The Foundation for Economic Education posted the following commentary: * * * Red Alert for the British Economy But will the Labour government listen? By Oliver Dean The latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) statistics paint a bleak picture for Britain's economic outlook. Growth over the last three months is even slower than expected, with the UK's GDP rising just 0.1% from July to September, half as much as forecast. That comes hard on the heels of the   more

JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Nov. 17 -- Redwire, a space infrastructure and innovation company enabling civil, commercial and national security programs, issued the following news release: [Category: BizScience] * * * Redwire Opens New Facility in Michigan to Increase Production of Critical Fuel Cells for Stalker UAS * JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (November 17, 2025) - Redwire Corporation (NYSE: RDW), a global leader in space and defense technology solutions, today announced it has opened a new 85,000 squa  more

DETROIT, Michigan, Nov. 18 -- Wayne State University issued the following news: * * * Research excellence on display as WSU Applebaum marked its 22nd annual College Research Day The Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (WSU Applebaum) hosted its 22nd annual College Research Day on Wednesday, Nov. 12, bringing together scholars from across college to showcase their work and strengthen connections across disciplines. Held throughout the Commons, the event featured poster p  more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 21 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Researchers awarded $2.6 million grant to evaluate Michigan's federally funded out-of-school-time programs * Modern community learning centers are an important aspect of educational development that supports both out-of-school and in-school learning. These learning centers refer to out-of-school-time programs, such as summer camps and both before and after school programs. Across Michigan, there are  more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 19 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Researchers develop easier-to-recycle multilayer plastics * Each year, the world produces roughly 100 million tons of flexible multilayer plastic packaging materials that keep food fresh and pharmaceuticals safe from moisture and oxygen. Yet most of these plastics are nearly impossible to recycle due to their complex, chemically incompatible layers. Michigan State University scientists have develope  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Senate Passes Peters Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen U.S. Broadband Supply Chains NET Act Would Ensure Local Projects to Expand High-Speed Internet Access Remain on Track by Identifying Supply Chain Gaps Early * The Senate unanimously passed bipartisan legislation co-led by U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) to strengthen U.S. broadband supply chains and support projects in Michigan aimed at expanding acc  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Rep. Bill Huizenga, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on South and Central Asia, issued the following opening remarks on Nov. 19, 2025: * * * South and Central Asia Subcommittee Chairman Bill Huizenga Delivers Opening Remarks at Hearing on Burma's Endless Crisis and America's Limited Options Today, House Foreign Affairs South and Central Asia Subcommittee Chairman Bill Huizenga delivered opening remarks at a subcommittee hearing titled "No E  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- Rep. Bill Huizenga, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on South and Central Asia, issued the following news release on Nov. 20, 2025: * * * South and Central Asia Subcommittee Chairman Bill Huizenga Delivers Opening Remarks at Hearing on Export Control Loopholes Today, House Foreign Affairs South and Central Asia Subcommittee Chairman Bill Huizenga delivered opening remarks at a subcommittee hearing titled "Export Control Loopholes: Chipmakin  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Nov. 20 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Student-led sustainability efforts recognized nationally * Student-led initiatives helped Central Michigan University rank among The Princeton Review Guide to Green Colleges: 2026 Edition. It was aided by CMU's commitment to help students launch green-friendly careers. Central Sustainability played a big role in CMU receiving the recognition. Princeton Review relied heavily on data the student  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- The Sunrise Movement issued the following news release on Nov. 17, 2025: * * * Sunrise Announces First Endorsements of 2026 Midterms: William Lawrence in MI-7, and Robert Peters in IL-2 2026 primary program is expected to be most ambitious in the group's history * Today, Sunrise Movement announced its first primary endorsements of the 2026 cycle: William Lawrence in Michigan's 7th Congressional District and Robert Peters in Illinois' 2nd Congressional District. With   more

DETROIT, Michigan, Nov. 18 -- The Foundation for Economic Education posted the following commentary on Nov. 16, 2025: * * * Those Dark Clouds Are the Debt Mississippi turns a corner, but can the federal government? By Douglas Carswell The future for our state looks bright. In just the past five years, Mississippi has seen more economic growth than in the entire 15 years before that combined. We're on track to phase out the state income tax entirely, allowing families to keep more of what  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Tlaib Introduces Economic Dignity for All Agenda to Tackle Affordability Crisis * WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) introduced the Economic Dignity for All Agenda, a plan to tackle out-of-control costs for our families. The plan would help ensure that every family and child in our country has the resources to live and thrive. Analysis by the People's Policy Project estima  more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Nov. 17 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Transgender Day of Remembrance: A day of community and solidarity * This story includes references to violence that may be sensitive to audiences. MSU observes Transgender Day of Remembrance, or TDOR, annually on Nov. 20. This day honors transgender individuals who have lost their lives to anti-transgender violence. Transgender Day of Remembrance has been observed annually since 1999. The tradit  more

NEW YORK, Nov. 19 [Category: Environment] -- The Environmental Defense Fund posted the following news release: * * * Trump Administration Illegally Extends Michigan Coal Plant a Third Time, Despite Staggering Financial Losses and Breakdowns * (WASHINGTON - Nov 19, 2025) The Trump administration issued another illegal emergency order forcing the J.H. Campbell power plant in Michigan to operate for an additional 90 days past its original planned retirement date, until February 17, 2026, bringi  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- The International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW), Detroit, Michigan, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) opposing a proposed rule to eliminate substance-specific respirator requirements for asbestos. The union, representing around one million active and retired workers, argues that removing these critical safeguards endangers worke  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 -- The International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW), Detroit, Michigan, has penned a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) voicing opposition to a proposed rule change regarding respiratory protection standards. The proposal seeks to eliminate some specific respiratory protection language, which the union argues could place workers exposed to hazardous  more

DETROIT, Michigan, Nov. 22 -- The United Automobile Workers issued the following news on Nov. 20, 2025: * * * UAW International Executive Board Passes Resolution and Constitutional Interpretation Securing Retirees' Right to Vote in IEB Elections On Wednesday, November 19th, under the guidance of the UAW Legal Department, the UAW International Executive Board agreed on a constitutional interpretation regarding the definition of retired members and their eligibility to vote in International Off  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 21 -- The International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW), Detroit, Michigan, has submitted a public comment letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) expressing opposition to a proposed rule that would eliminate certain substance-specific respiratory protection requirements. The UAW, representing approximately one million active and retired workers, argues that the proposed changes could jeopardize w  more

FLINT, Michigan, Nov. 19 -- The University of Michigan-Flint issued the following news: * * * UM-Flint to lead collaborative new moms program expanding pediatric care, community support By Helen Garbarino The University of Michigan-Flint will soon introduce a new program developed to enhance pediatric care and empower new mothers through education, support and early intervention. "Together in Flint: Strong Moms: Healthy Babies" is designed to address gaps in pediatric services and provide mu  more

LA GRANGE PARK, Illinois, Nov. 18 [Category: Energy] -- The American Nuclear Society posted the following news: * * * University of Michigan displays nuclear artifacts donated by ANS member * American Nuclear Society member John Mobley IV recently donated some historical nuclear artifacts and memorabilia to the Department of Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Sciences (NERS) at the University of Michigan. Mobley is a nuclear engineering education researcher at the University of Michigan.   more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Nov. 18 -- The University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center issued the following news release: * * * Parents say mental health and belonging are as vital to school safety as building security National polls finds nearly 60% of parents support teacher training to identify struggling students; fewer prioritize traditional security measures Author: Beata Mostafavi, Public Relations Manager, bmostafa@umich.edu When parents think about school safety, most are just as concerned  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Nov. 19 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center issued the following news release: * * * Study reveals the dual role for a protein critical for healing nerve damage Sarm1 appears to be essential for regeneration Author: Kelly Malcom, Lead Research Communicator, kmalcom@med.umich.edu Nerve damage can be an unfortunate side effect from an accident, illness or even certain treatments, like chemotherapy. Fortunately, the peripheral nervous system can hea  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Nov. 18 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Chimps that use lethal aggression to expand their territory gain reproductive advantages But scientists caution against drawing parallels to human behavior * Fifteen years ago, researchers led by John Mitani of the University of Michigan witnessed the Ngogo chimpanzees in Uganda kill its neighbors and overtake their territory. But the question remained why the Ngogo chimps were driven to exp  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Nov. 21 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Economic forecast: Growth expected sooner for US and later for Michigan, which is sensitive to tariffs The U.S. economy is expected to modestly grow over the next several quarters despite concerns about significant data release delays, the effects of tariffs, rising unemployment and the sustainability of the current fiscal path of the country. However, Michigan's economy has hit a growth pause that is  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Nov. 20 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Trust falls among Michigan's local officials that residents can be responsible partners in policymaking The trust Michigan's local leaders have that the residents they serve can responsibly participate in the policymaking process has eroded to alarmingly low levels. Further, the officials' assessments of the tone of civil discourse among residents has also deteriorated. The steep declines in trust ar  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Nov. 22 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * With end of shutdown and worries over high prices, consumer sentiment shows minor variation Consumer sentiment was little changed in November with a 2.6 index point decrease from last month that is within the margin of error, according to the University of Michigan Surveys of Consumers. Over the course of the month, sentiment initially fell as the federal shutdown dragged on, then it lifted slightly l  more

DETROIT, Michigan, Nov. 18 -- The Foundation for Economic Education posted the following news: * * * Vietnam and the US at the Negotiating Table * A trade deal may be finalized between the two countries. Global trade patterns are continuing to shift, and increasingly Eastward. As Gulf nations diversify and broaden their highly oil-dependent economies, ASEAN nations seem to be deepening theirs, focusing more on what they are good at while pursuing stability alongside. In this vein, Vietna  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Walberg Votes to Lower Energy Costs for Michiganders * Today, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) voted for two pieces of legislation that passed the House and would unleash domestic energy production and lower energy costs for families. H.R. 1949, the Unlocking Our Domestic LNG Potential Act, would lift restrictions on the import and export of liquified natural gas (LNG). H.R. 3109, the Researching Eff  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 22 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Walberg, Allen Blast Chicago Teachers Union for Years of Financial Secrecy Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) and Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions Subcommittee Chairman Rick W. Allen (R-GA) sent a letter to Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) President Stacy Davis Gates regarding the union's failure to provide CTU mem  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Walberg, Dingell Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Combat Invasive Great Lakes Mussels * Yesterday, Congressman Tim Walberg (R-MI) and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) introduced a bipartisan bill to address the urgent, growing crisis of invasive mussels in the Great Lakes. The Save Great Lakes Fish Act would direct federal agencies to work with the Great Lakes Fishery Commission and tribal, st  more

DETROIT, Michigan, Nov. 22 -- Wayne State University issued the following news: * * * Wayne State history students connect research and real-world experience through UROP and College to Career opportunities At Wayne State, there are many ways students can access high-impact learning experiences. For two students in the history department, research and internships combined into one incredible opportunity. Through faculty support and the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP), th  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20 -- Wellcare, the Medicare brand of St. Louis, Missouri-based Centene Corp., announced its comprehensive Medicare product offerings for the upcoming year. Wellcare, the Detroit, Michigan-based company, will now provide Medicare Advantage (MA) plans to over 51 million beneficiaries across 32 states and Prescription Drug Plan (PDP) options to more than eight million members nationwide. This expansion includes entering 51 new counties in eight markets. A primary focus for the 20  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Nov. 18 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * What role does music have in video games? * Highlights : * Music is an important element to make video games feel more immersive. * Video games draw music from across genres. * Music is so engrained in gaming that some games are known primarily for it. Video games are a big part of how we entertain ourselves. They're also growing in social acceptance. Part of the gaming experience is   more