CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 27 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * 'A Guardian and a Thief,' 'Things in Nature Merely Grow' receive 2026 Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction * CHICAGO - The American Library Association (ALA) selects "A Guardian and a Thief," by Megha Majumdar, published by Knopf, a division of Penguin Random House, as the winner of the 2026 Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Fiction, a  more

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 27 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * AG Nessel Secures Judgment Against Lawn Care, Pool Company Over Consumer Protection Violations * LANSING - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has secured a default judgment (PDF) against Caltons Lawn Care & Landscaping LLC and its owners, Aron Dean Calton and Leslie Calton, of Kent City, for violating the Michigan Consumer Protection Act. The company took advanced payments or depos  more

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 27 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * AG Nessel Secures Order Blocking Trump Administration's Unlawful Termination of Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Funding * LANSING - The United States District Court for the Western District of Washington has stopped the Trump Administration from illegally terminating billions in congressionally approved funding (PDF) for electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure. Michigan Attorney General   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 28 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 27, 2026: * * * Allen Announces Hearing on Adopting AI at Work Tuesday, at 10:15 a.m., the Subcommittee on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions, chaired by Rep. Rick Allen (R-GA), will hold the second hearing in a series examining artificial intelligence, titled "Building an AI-Ready America: Adopting AI at Work." What: Subcommittee heari  more

PHOENIX, Arizona, Jan. 28 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Mayes Announces Judge Ruled USDOT Illegally Withheld Funds for EV Charging Infrastructure In a multi-state lawsuit, a federal judge issued a final ruling that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) illegally withheld about $1 billion in funding for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program from Arizona, 19 additional states, and the District  more

MONTPELIER, Vermont, Jan. 26 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General Clark Joins Comment Letter to FERC Opposing Blanket Permit to Construct New and Expanded LNG Plants Without Notice and Consultation * Attorney General Charity Clark today joined a coalition of 9 attorneys general opposing the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's (FERC) efforts to allow the construction and expansion of liquefied natural gas (LNG) plants without n  more

FLORHAM PARK, New Jersey, Jan. 27 [Category: Industrial Materials] -- BASF Corp. issued the following news release: * * * BASF Wyandotte facility earns Operation Clean Sweep Blue Verification for helping protect the environment from plastic * * Only the second site in Michigan to secure recognition * OCS is a globally recognized milestone for preventing plastic resin loss WYANDOTTE, MI, January 27, 2026 - BASF's Wyandotte facility has earned a significant environmental recognition for   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 28 (TNSLrpt) -- State Job Openings and Labor Turnover November 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics - Jan. 26, 2026 (22 pages) * * * Job openings rates decreased in 7 states in November, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Over the month, hires rates decreased in 4 states and increased in 1 state. Total separations rates increased in 6 states and decreased in 2 states. Nationally, the job openings, hires, and total separation  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 -- Rep. Vern Buchanan, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Buchanan Announces Retirement * Legacy Includes 51 Bills and Initiatives Signed into Law by 4 Presidents Rated One of Most Effective in Congress by Non-Partisan Group Longest-Serving Southwest Florida Republican "Time to pass the torch and begin a new chapter" WASHINGTON - Congressman Vern Buchanan (FL-16), whose no-nonsense business background helped make him a national leader on tax, trad  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 28 -- The U.S. Census Bureau issued the following news release on Jan. 27, 2026: * * * U.S. Population Growth Slows Due to Historic Decline in Net International Migration Population growth in the United States has slowed significantly with an increase of only 1.8 million, or 0.5%, between July 1, 2024, and July 1, 2025, according to the new Vintage 2025 population estimates released today by the U.S. Census Bureau. This was the nation's slowest population growth since the ea  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 27 [Category: Construction] -- Associated General Contractors of America posted the following news release: * * * Construction Jobs Increase In 34 States And D.C. Between December 2024 And December 2025; 20 States And D.C. Add Construction Jobs In December * Tue, 01/27/2026 - 12:43 Texas and Hawaii Have Highest 12-Month Increases, While California and Nevada Have the Worst Declines in 2025; Arizona and Montana Top Lists of Monthly Gainers; Minnesota Has the Worst   more

GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, Jan. 28 -- Davenport University issued the following news: * * * Davenport University nurses set to embark on educational and cultural trip to Turkey By Leslie Kinnee, DU Communications Nurses from Davenport University are preparing to embark on an unforgettable journey to Istanbul, Turkey, as part of the College of Health Professions' Study Abroad Program. The group, consisting of sixteen students, three alumni and three faculty members, leaves January 30 for eleven  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Jan. 27 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Degree program shaves time off getting a master's * Sara Gillette plans to walk away with a master's degree in biology quickly and in a way that will prepare her for a career in fisheries management. Gillette was one of the first Central Michigan University students to enroll in a program in the biology department that would give her both an undergraduate and a graduate degree at an accelerate  more

BRISTOL, Connecticut, Jan. 27 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN presents over 300 men's college lacrosse games during the 2026 NCAA season, Jan. 31- May 3 * ESPN will present over 300 men's college lacrosse games during the 2026 season across ESPNU, ACC Network (ACCN), ESPN+ and ACCNX. ESPN's industry-leading men's lacrosse schedule, featuring the best teams and top conferences in the country, begins this Saturday, Jan. 31.   more

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 27 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * Federal Court Dismisses Lawsuit Seeking to Block Climate Action Against Fossil Fuel Industry * LANSING - On Saturday, Judge Jane M. Beckering of t he United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan dismissed a Trump Administration lawsuit (PDF) that sought to prohibit the State of Michigan from filing state-law claims against the fossil fuel industry related to clima  more

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 27 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Whitmer Announces Acting Director at DTMB and New Director at MVAA * January 27, 2026 Contact: press@michigan.gov Governor thanks Michelle Lange and Brian Love for their service in the administration LANSING, Mich. - Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced Kyle Guerrant will serve as acting director at the Department of Technology, Management, and Budget (DTMB) and Terry Sa  more

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 27 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Whitmer Announces Funding to Support Volkswagen Group of America's Decision to Keep 900 Jobs in Michigan * January 27, 2026 Contact: press@michigan.gov MSF Board also approves funds for small business, entrepreneurship support LANSING, Mich. - Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) approved support for Volkswagen Group of America to invest  more

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 27 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Whitmer Statement on Michigan's Population Growing 4th Year in a Row 27,992 more Michiganders in 2025, more people move into Michigan from other states than out for the first time since the early 90s  * LANSING, Mich. \- Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued the following statement after U.S. Census data showed that Michigan's population grew for the fourth consecutive year and domest  more

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 27 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Whitmer Releases Michigan's First-Ever Michigan Maritime Strategy to Protect Great Lakes, Create Jobs, Attract Investment * January 27, 2026 Contact: press@michigan.gov LANSING, Mich. - Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the Michigan Maritime Strategy, a first-of-its-kind, 10-year-plan designed to unlock economic growth and create good-paying jobs across Michigan's m  more

ALLENDALE, Michigan, Jan. 28 (TNSrpt) -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: * * * Johnson Center releases national philanthropy trends report for 2026 By Brian Vernellis An annual report released by the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy examines 11 key trends expected to shape nonprofit organizations, foundations and communities in 2026, as the sector navigates a period of heightened funding uncertainty. Now in its 10th year, the Johnson Center's "11 Trends i  more

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 28 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Jan. 27, 2026: * * * ICYMI: Michigan Democratic Leaders Denounce Trump Republicans' Meddling in SD-35 Democratic Primary Today, Michigan Democratic leaders, including Michigan Democratic Party Chair Curtis Hertel, Representative Amos O'Neal, and Midland County Democratic Party Chair Jennifer Austin, held a video press conference denouncing Trump Republicans' meddling in the Senate District 35 Prim  more

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Jan. 28 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release: * * * Judge Rules USDOT Unlawfully Withheld Funds for EV Charging Infrastructure in Lawsuit Filed by Attorney General Brown and Coalition In a multistate lawsuit joined by Attorney General Anthony G. Brown, a federal judge issued a final ruling that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) unlawfully withheld about $1 billion in funding for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastruct  more

LAWRENCE, Kansas, Jan. 27 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news: * * * KU recognizes researchers improving cancer treatments, developing advanced electronics and exploring galaxies * LAWRENCE -University of Kansas researchers expanding the understanding of molecular cancer therapy, highly sensitive electronics and active galactic nuclei have received this year's Steven F. Warren Research Achievement Award and the KU Research Staff & Postdoctoral achievement awards. The annu  more

MIDLAND, Michigan, Jan. 27 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The Mackinac Center for Public Policy posted the following news release: * * * Mackinac Center Announces 2026 Policy Priorities * MIDLAND, Mich -The Mackinac Center for Public Policy released its 2026 policy recommendations, outlining key reforms to strengthen Michigan's economy, increase government transparency, reduce regulatory burdens, and ensure reliable energy for families and businesses. "Last year, we were e  more

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 28 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Jan. 27, 2026: * * * After Mike Rogers Said the Economy Was "Booming," U.S. Consumer Confidence Drops to Lowest Level Since 2014 After multi-millionaire Florida resident Mike Rogers claimed the economy was "booming" under Trump, new data released today by The Conference Board shows U.S. consumer confidence has plummeted to the lowest level since 2014, "surpassing [...] the depths of the pandemic r  more

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 28 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release: * * * Anti-Public School Donors Line Up Behind Mike Duggan While the Republican primary candidates trip over themselves to support Donald Trump and the DeVos family's attacks on public education, Mike Duggan is raking in cash from some of Michigan's biggest opponents of public schools--including private school profiteer and major GOP donor JC Huizenga and former Michigan Republican Party Chair Ron W  more

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 27 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Jan. 26, 2026: * * * ICYMI: Trump-Backed Group Meddles in SD-35 Democratic Primary In case you missed it, the Detroit News exposed this weekend how a new group with ties to Trump and Republicans has been working to influence the Democratic primary in the upcoming special election for Senate District 35. The new group is being funded by the Republican consulting group Majority Strategies LLC, who   more

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 27 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Jan. 26, 2026: * * * STATEMENT: John Moolenaar Running to Fail Michiganders Yet Again Today, MAGA Congressman John Moolenaar announced he is seeking re-election in Michigan's Second Congressional District--after Moolenaar voted to rip away health care and caused prices to skyrocket by passing Trump's toxic tax law. Following his announcement, Michigan Democratic Party spokesperson Sara Isaacson   more

LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 27 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Jan. 26, 2026: * * * Michigan Dems Statement on Perry Johnson's Campaign for Governor Today, out-of-touch millionaire Perry Johnson launched another self-funding campaign, becoming the ninth Republican candidate to join the messy, expensive, and "up for grabs" GOP primary for governor. In response, Michigan Democratic Party Chair Curtis Hertel released the following statement: "Our condolences  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Jan. 28 (TNSjou) -- Michigan Medicine, the academic medical center of the University of Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * High nursing school debt found, as proposed education loan caps loom Potential limits on borrowing for a nursing education could affect decisions to stay in the profession or seek advanced training * Nearly a third of registered nurses and advanced practice nurses in Michigan carry sizable student loan debt that is influencing their   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Moolenaar, Walberg, Scott, and Owens Introduce National School Choice Week Resolution * Congressman John Moolenaar, the co-chair of the Congressional School Choice Caucus, alongside Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI), of the House Committee on Education and the Workforce, and Congressman Burgess Owens (R-UT) introduced a resolution to recognize January 25 to January 31 as National School Choice Week. Se  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 28 (TNSFR) -- The Indianapolis Museum of Art Inc. dba Newfields, Indianapolis, Indiana, announced its intent to repatriate two sacred cultural items to Hui Iwi Kuamo'o. The decision follows a determination of cultural affiliation under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act. The items are two `umele', or wood bowls, which were originally obtained by Albert Parker Niblack. Niblack served in the United States Navy as an explorer, scientist, and Director of Nav  more

ALLENDALE, Michigan, Jan. 28 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: * * * New partnerships expand comprehensive health care for GVSU students By Michele Coffill Three West Michigan organizations have partnered with Grand Valley to provide comprehensive primary and urgent health care to students at the Campus Health Center. GVSU received grants to partner with Health Net of West Michigan and HealthBar to provide, respectively, care management services and a nurse phone l  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 -- Rep. Shri Thanedar, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Ranking Member Congressman Shri Thanedar demands Secretary Noem, directors of ICE and CBP, testify immediately before the Committee on Homeland Security * Washington, D.C. -Congressman Shri Thanedar issued the following statement after ICE's killings in Minnesota. "The killings in Minnesota are barbaric and unacceptable," said Congressman Thanedar. "ICE is acting like a group of untrained thugs,  more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Jan. 27 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Several MSU online graduate programs ranked in top 10 by US News & World Report * Michigan State University's online graduate business (non-MBA) program in the Broad College of Business has been ranked No. 5 among universities nationwide and No. 3 among public institutions, according to the U.S. News & World Report Online Program Rankings 2026 Edition. MSU is also ranked No. 4 overall in online busi  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 26 -- Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Statement on the Death of Alex Pretti * Today, Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) issued the following statement regarding the tragic death of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis: "The loss of human life is always a tragedy, and I'm saddened by the death of Alex Pretti. I support a full, thorough investigation into the shooting based on facts -not emotion. Our federal law enforcement officers must be able to   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 [Category: Biology] -- The Center for Biological Diversity posted the following news release: * * * Study: 2,204 Plants, Animals May Need Endangered Species Act Protection * PORTLAND, Ore. -A study by the Center for Biological Diversity published today in the peer-reviewed journal PeerJ found that 2,204 species around the United States should be considered for protection under the Endangered Species Act. Despite so many species being at risk, Congress just passed a spen  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Forest Service issued the following report entitled "Indicator 6.39: Area and Percent of Forests Used for Subsistence, 2013-2023." Here are excerpts: * * * What is this indicator and why is it important? This indicator reports the area and percentage of U.S. forests that are used for subsistence activities. In the United States, subsistence rights are codified through Federal laws, State constitutions, and Federal treatie  more

MIDLAND, Michigan, Jan. 28 -- Northwood University issued the following news: * * * U.S. News & World Report Ranks Northwood Among Best Online Master's Programs Northwood University is recognized among the nation's leading online graduate programs in the newly released 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Online Programs rankings, reinforcing the university's growing reputation for delivering career-focused, high-impact online education. Northwood was ranked in the following categories: * Bes  more

FLINT, Michigan, Jan. 27 -- The University of Michigan-Flint posted the following news: * * * UM-Flint alumna Ghoseyni blended psychology and art into a career in AI * Sameya Ghoseyni didn't follow a straight line to her career in artificial intelligence and user experience design. Her journey was shaped by curiosity, creativity and a few unexpected turns. It's a path that proves the best careers are often built, not planned. The 2023 University of Michigan-Flint graduate, with a bachelor'  more

DEARBORN, Michigan, Jan. 28 -- The University of Michigan's Dearborn Campus issued the following news: * * * A new medical device could help diagnose infants with vestibular issues Designed and built by students, faculty and staff from UM-Dearborn, a rotational chair for infants could make screening for vestibular issues as common as newborn hearing tests. * Most parents are well-versed in the fingers-crossed moments that accompany the battery of health screenings occurring shortly after t  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Jan. 28 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Used EVs currently offer car buyers lowest lifetime cost of ownership Used electric vehicles currently are a comparative bargain that could help more drivers reduce their carbon footprints * Now is a great time for anyone who's shopping for a used car to consider an electric vehicle, according to new research from the University of Michigan. In assessing the lifetime ownership costs of used  more

RENO, Nevada, Jan. 28 (TNSjou) -- The University of Nevada issued the following news: * * * Spotlighting the legacy of Black educators in Navajo Nation schools Research traces the overlooked impact of desegregation-era policies By Kelly Hanlon As we prepare to observe Black History Month in February, new research is shedding light on a largely overlooked chapter in American education history that connects the displacement of Black educators after desegregation with schooling on the Navajo N  more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 27 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Walberg, Moolenaar, Owens, and Scott Introduce National School Choice Week Resolution * Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI), Congressional School Choice Caucus Co-Chair John Moolenaar (R-MI), and Higher Education and Workforce Development Subcommittee Chairman Burgess Owens (R-UT) introduced a resolution to recognize January 25 to January 31 as National School Choice Week.   more

WASHINGTON, Jan. 28 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on Jan. 27, 2026: * * * Walberg, Moolenaar, Owens, and Scott Introduce National School Choice Week Resolution Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI), Congressional School Choice Caucus Co-Chair John Moolenaar (R-MI), and Higher Education and Workforce Development Subcommittee Chairman Burgess Owens (R-UT) introduced a resolution  more