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News Tipoffs - Michigan Editors Newsletter for Thursday February 12, 2026 ( 82 items )  

'Unraveled' author Maxine Bedat, sustainable fashion show highlight UM-Flint's Common Read
FLINT, Michigan, Feb. 11 -- The University of Michigan-Flint posted the following news: * * * 'Unraveled' author Maxine Bedat, sustainable fashion show highlight UM-Flint's Common Read * The University of Michigan-Flint will host Maxine Bedat, author of "Unraveled: The Life and Death of a Garment," 2 p.m., Feb. 25, in the Harding Mott University Center KIVA. The reading will be followed at 3 p.m. by "Wear it Forward," a sustainable fashion show in UCEN's Happenings Room. The events are par  more

AFP-MI Calls Out Gov. Whitmer for Irresponsible State Budget
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Feb. 11 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-MI Calls Out Gov. Whitmer for Irresponsible State Budget * Feb 11, 2026 by AFP LANSING, MI - Today, Americans for Prosperity-Michigan (AFP-MI) criticized Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's proposed state budget as a reckless spending spree that will fail to remedy the state's nearly $900 million budget gap. AFP-MI State Director Tim Golding released the following statement:  more

After Enduring Months of Union-Busting Tactics to Undermine NLRB Vote, BlueOval SK Workers Deliver Petition Demanding Ford Recognize UAW and Negotiate Future of Glendale
DETROIT, Michigan, Feb. 12 -- The United Automobile Workers issued the following news on Feb. 11, 2026: * * * After Enduring Months of Union-Busting Tactics to Undermine NLRB Vote, BlueOval SK Workers Deliver Petition Demanding Ford Recognize UAW and Negotiate Future of Glendale On Wednesday, workers at BlueOval SK delivered a petition with over 1,000 signatures to the company's corporate offices in Elizabethtown, demanding that Ford Motor Company recognize the union - and meet with the worke  more

APHA joins broad coalition of groups condemning illegal inaction of EPA
SAN DIEGO, California, Feb. 11 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Public Health Association posted the following news release: * * * APHA joins broad coalition of groups condemning illegal inaction of EPA * The Trump administration's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has failed to meet a Feb. 7 deadline to designate areas in violation of the strengthened 2024 national air quality standard for soot, as required under the Clean Air Act. These designations are the first step toward bri  more

Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials International CEO Maier Testifies Before Senate Commerce Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, Feb. 12 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Media released the following written testimony by Melvin Maier, CEO and executive director of the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials International, from a Jan. 28, 2026, hearing entitled "On the Front Lines of Connectivity: Examining FirstNet's Role in Public Safety": * * * Chair Fischer, Ranking Member Lujan, and members of the subcommittee, thank you for the invita  more

At 70, MSU's Honors College is focused on what's next
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 11 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * At 70, MSU's Honors College is focused on what's next * For 70 years, Michigan State University's Honors College has been a place where high-achieving Spartans test ideas early, move between fields of study and take on real-world challenges. Established in 1956 as one of the nation's first honors programs at a large public university, the Honors College has grown alongside MSU itself, preparing th  more

Attorney General James Urges Congress to Pass Senate's Kids Online Safety Act
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 11 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Urges Congress to Pass Senate's Kids Online Safety Act * NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James and a bipartisan coalition of 39 other attorneys general today called on Congress to pass the Senate version of the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), S. 1748, to protect children and their data. In a letter to congressional leaders, Attorney General James a  more

ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL LEADS COALITION OF ATTORNEYS GENERAL OPPOSING ROLLBACK OF CRUCIAL FAIR HOUSING REGULATIONS
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 11 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL LEADS COALITION OF ATTORNEYS GENERAL OPPOSING ROLLBACK OF CRUCIAL FAIR HOUSING REGULATIONS * Chicago -Attorney General Kwame Raoul today co-led a coalition of 24 state attorneys general in sending a comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) opposing an unlawful attempt to rollback regulations under the Fair Housing Act (FHA).   more

Attorney General Skrmetti Urges Congress to Pass Kids Online Safety Act
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Feb. 11 -- Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti issued the following news: * * * Attorney General Skrmetti Urges Congress to Pass Kids Online Safety Act * Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti today, together with a bipartisan coalition of 40 attorneys general, urged Congressional leadership to protect children from online harm and pass the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA). The letter was circulated to House and Senate leadership in advance of potential consideratio  more

Attorney General Sunday Urges Congress to Pass Kids Online Safety Act
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Feb. 11 -- Pennsylvania Attorney General David W. Sunday issued the following news: * * * Attorney General Sunday Urges Congress to Pass Kids Online Safety Act * HARRISBURG - Attorney General Dave Sunday, along with a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general, urged Congressional leadership to protect children from online harm by passing the Pa. Senate's Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA). The letter, signed by 40 attorneys general, was circulated to House and Senate l  more

Barrett Votes To Require Voter ID for Federal Elections
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 -- Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Barrett Votes To Require Voter ID for Federal Elections * Washington, D.C. - Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) today voted for the SAVE America Act ( S. 1383 ), which would require individuals to show proof of citizenship when registering to vote and provide photo ID when casting a ballot. The bill passed the House of Representatives today with bipartisan support by a vote of 218 - 213. According to  more

Bipartisan Coalition of Attorneys General Urges Congress to Advance Senate Kids Online Safety Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Association of Attorneys General issued the following news release: * * * Bipartisan Coalition of Attorneys General Urges Congress to Advance Senate Kids Online Safety Act * Washington, D.C. - February 10, 2026 -Today the National Association of Attorneys General sent a letter on behalf of a bipartisan coalition of 40 state and territorial attorneys general to congressional leadership urging support for the Sena  more

BorgWarner Expands Series-Production Battery Management System Program with a Global OEM
AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, Feb. 11 [Category: BizTransportation] -- BorgWarner Inc. issued the following news release: * * * BorgWarner Expands Series-Production Battery Management System Program with a Global OEM * * Battery management system (BMS) program expands to support additional battery-electric vehicle (BEV) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) lines * System in production since 2023; expanded applications beginning in 2029 * Compact, scalable design supports flexible pack  more

BorgWarner Reports 2025 Results and Provides 2026 Guidance, Returned Approximately $630 Million to Shareholders in 2025, Strategically Enters Data Center Market with Turbine Generator System Award
AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, Feb. 11 [Category: BizTransportation] -- BorgWarner Inc. issued the following news release: * * * BorgWarner Reports 2025 Results and Provides 2026 Guidance, Returned Approximately $630 Million to Shareholders in 2025, Strategically Enters Data Center Market with Turbine Generator System Award * Auburn Hills, Michigan, February 11, 2026 - BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA) today reported fourth quarter and full-year 2025 results and provided 2026 guidance. Full Year 2025 H  more

BorgWarner Secures Its First 48V Electric Cross Differential Program
AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, Feb. 11 [Category: BizTransportation] -- BorgWarner Inc. issued the following news release: * * * BorgWarner Secures Its First 48V Electric Cross Differential Program * * BorgWarner expands its 48V electric vehicle technology portfolio in China * First 48V electric cross differential (eXD) program award in BorgWarner's global portfolio Auburn Hills, Michigan, February 11, 2026 - BorgWarner has secured a new electric cross differential (eXD) program with a leadin  more

BorgWarner Set to Deliver Power-Packed Integrated Drive Module and Generator Module with Dual Inverter to Major North American OEM
AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, Feb. 11 [Category: BizTransportation] -- BorgWarner Inc. issued the following news release: * * * BorgWarner Set to Deliver Power-Packed Integrated Drive Module and Generator Module with Dual Inverter to Major North American OEM * * Technology to be applied to customer's range extended electric vehicle (REEV) trucks and SUVs * Provides compact package while exceeding power, torque, and overall performance requirements * Highlights extensive breadth of the compa  more

BorgWarner Strategically Enters Data Center Market with Power Generation Solution Award
AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, Feb. 11 [Category: BizTransportation] -- BorgWarner Inc. issued the following news release: * * * BorgWarner Strategically Enters Data Center Market with Power Generation Solution Award * Auburn Hills, Michigan, February 11, 2026 - BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA) announced it has signed a Master Supply Agreement with TurboCell, a subsidiary of full stack data center infrastructure developer Endeavour, to supply a highly modular turbine generator system. BorgWarner expects  more

BorgWarner to Supply Premium European OEM with Integrated Drive Module for Hybrid Range Extended Vehicle
AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, Feb. 11 [Category: BizTransportation] -- BorgWarner Inc. issued the following news release: * * * BorgWarner to Supply Premium European OEM with Integrated Drive Module for Hybrid Range Extended Vehicle * * Highly integrated drive module solution for hybrid range extended powertrain applications * Innovative design with single electric machine for generating and propulsion * Lightweight design and high performance enabled by advanced system integration Auburn  more

BorgWarner to Supply Variable Turbine Geometry Turbocharger for Major European OEM's Hybrid Electric Vehicle Platform
AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, Feb. 11 [Category: BizTransportation] -- BorgWarner Inc. issued the following news release: * * * BorgWarner to Supply Variable Turbine Geometry Turbocharger for Major European OEM's Hybrid Electric Vehicle Platform * * Variable turbine geometry turbocharger will power one of the OEM's first hybrid electric vehicle offerings in North America * Technology features silencer and shot-peened compressor wheel designed to reduce noise and boost strength and durability   more

Broadcasting the credit union difference
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 [Category: Financial Services] -- America's Credit Unions posted the following news: * * * Broadcasting the credit union difference * Amplifying the credit union story on radio and television stations across the country as part of a national media tour, America's Credit Unions President/CEO Scott Simpson participated in multiple interviews Monday with TV and radio outlets. Coverage included the nationally syndicated Daily Flash TV show, plus CBS, FOX, NBC, and regional te  more

CALSTART: Federal Highway Administration's New 'Buy America' Proposal Will Harm U.S. Manufacturing
PASADENA, California, Feb. 12 -- CALSTART, an organization that says it works with member companies to build a clean transportation industry, issued the following news release on Feb. 11, 2026: * * * Federal Highway Administration's New 'Buy America' Proposal Will Harm U.S. Manufacturing WASHINGTON, D.C.: On Tuesday, February 10, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) released a proposal to update the Build America, Buy America waiver for manufactured products, bringing the required percen  more

Center on Budget and Policy Priorities: Republican Megabill Trades Essential Support to Low-Income People for Skewed Tax Cuts
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 [Category: ThinkTank] -- The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities issued the following research by Brendan Duke, senior director for federal fiscal policy: * * * Republican Megabill Trades Essential Support to Low-Income People for Skewed Tax Cuts The sprawling megabill passed by the Republican-controlled Congress and signed by President Trump in July 2025 will redistribute trillions of dollars upward over the next decade, making it harder for families with modest income  more

Chairman Walberg Statement on January Jobs Report
WASHINGTON, Feb. 12 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 11, 2026: * * * Chairman Walberg Statement on January Jobs Report Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) released the following statement in response to the Department of Labor's January jobs report: "Unfortunately, the January jobs report was delayed as our nation grapples with the fallout of Democrats' partisan  more

CORREA, COLLEAGUES EMPOWER FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS WITH BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 -- Rep. J. Luis Correa, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * CORREA, COLLEAGUES EMPOWER FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS WITH BIPARTISAN LEGISLATION * Text of Legislation (PDF) WASHINGTON - This week, Representative Lou Correa (CA-46), alongside Reps Tracey Mann (KS-01), Mark Alford (MO-04), and Tom Barrett (MI-07) introduced the First-Time Homebuyer Empowerment Act. This bill would allow first-time homebuyers to use leftover 529 plan funds tax-free to buy or bui  more

Dingell Leads Anti-Corruption Bill to Prevent Trump from Blocking Gordie Howe Bridge
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Dingell Leads Anti-Corruption Bill to Prevent Trump from Blocking Gordie Howe Bridge * Representatives Debbie Dingell (MI-06), Haley Stevens (MI-11), Rashida Tlaib (MI-12), Shri Thanedar (MI-13), Hillary Scholten (MI-03), and Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) today introduced a bill to prohibit the Trump Administration or any federal agency from interfering in the opening and operation of the Gordie  more

Dingell Secures more than $14.5 Million for Michigan's 6th District in FY26 Government Funding Bills
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Dingell Secures more than $14.5 Million for Michigan's 6th District in FY26 Government Funding Bills * Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today announced that the FY2026 government appropriations packages passed by the House include $14,533,000 for community projects in Michigan's 6 th district. This funding will go directly to 15 projects that improve local water treatment facilities and infra  more

Dingell, Moore Express Concern Over Pausing Funding Over Domestic Violence and Rape Prevention
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Dingell, Moore Express Concern Over Pausing Funding Over Domestic Violence and Rape Prevention * Representatives Debbie Dingell (MI-06) and Gwen Moore (D-WI), co-chairs of the Bipartisan Working Group to End Domestic Violence, sent a letter to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr. to express serious concerns about potential pauses for the only federal funds dedicated to the  more

Earthjustice: Trump EPA Misses Legal Deadline to Reduce Deadly Air Pollution
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Feb. 12 -- Earthjustice issued the following news release on Feb. 11, 2026: * * * Trump EPA Misses Legal Deadline to Reduce Deadly Air Pollution Broad coalition of groups condemns illegal inaction, puts EPA on legal notice * Washington, D.C. -- The Trump administration's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has failed to meet a Feb. 7 deadline to designate areas in violation of the strengthened 2024 national air quality standard for soot, as required under the Cl  more

Eastern Michigan University Joins Statewide Effort to Strengthen Child Welfare Workforce Through Title IV-E Stipend Program
YPSILANTI, Michigan, Feb. 11 -- Eastern Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Eastern Michigan University joins statewide effort to strengthen child welfare workforce through Title IV-E stipend program Written by: Brittany Mobley Eastern Michigan University has been selected to participate in the expanded Title IV-E Child Welfare Stipend Program, a statewide initiative led by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services that provides financial support to social work st  more

Eastern Michigan University Named in Forbes' America's Best Midsize Employers 2026
YPSILANTI, Michigan, Feb. 11 -- Eastern Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Eastern Michigan University named in Forbes' America's Best Midsize Employers 2026 Written by: Jillian Randall Eastern Michigan University is honored to be recognized on the Forbes list of America's Best Midsize Employers 2026. This distinction highlights the University's commitment to employee satisfaction and a diverse workplace culture. Now in its eleventh year, Forbes' ranking of America's Best  more

Eastern Michigan University's Upshur Institute for Civic Education Sponsors the 2026 Michigan Civics Coalition Summit
YPSILANTI, Michigan, Feb. 11 -- Eastern Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Eastern Michigan University's Upshur Institute for Civic Education sponsors the 2026 Michigan Civics Coalition Summit Written by: Jillian Randall Eastern Michigan University will host the 2026 MiCivics Coalition Summit on March 10 as part of Civic Learning Week, a statewide effort that brings students, educators, and communities together to promote the practice and teaching of democracy. The summit,   more

Eight People Plead Guilty in Mahoning Valley Human Trafficking Case
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Feb. 11 -- Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost issued the following news release: * * * Eight People Plead Guilty in Mahoning Valley Human Trafficking Case * (WARREN, Ohio) -Eight people have pleaded guilty in connection with a Mahoning Valley human trafficking sex ring, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene announced today. The group operated a human trafficking ring that forced women into prostitution at two illicit massage parlors in Warren  more

EPA to Repeal Endangerment Finding on Greenhouse Gases: U-M Experts Available to Comment
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Feb. 12 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * EPA to repeal endangerment finding on greenhouse gases: U-M experts available to comment The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is reportedly planning to revoke its 2009 declaration that greenhouse gas emissions are harmful to human health--known as the endangerment finding. University of Michigan experts are available to comment on this potential move as well as its impacts on society, the environm  more

Experience "30 Golden Apples" at Olivet's Kresge Foundation Art Gallery
OLIVET, Michigan, Feb. 11 -- The University of Olivet posted the following news: * * * Experience "30 Golden Apples" at Olivet's Kresge Foundation Art Gallery * The University of Olivet invites the community to experience " 30 Golden Apples: Selected Work from Golden Apple Art Residency," on view from Feb. 26 through April 2 at the Kresge Foundation Art Gallery. Admission is free, and the gallery is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. An artist reception will be held Saturday, Mar  more

Foundation for Economic Education Posts Commentary: All That Glitters - Precious Metals Are on a Surge
DETROIT, Michigan, Feb. 11 -- The Foundation for Economic Education posted the following commentary on Feb. 10, 2026, by political theorist Jake Scott: * * * All That Glitters Precious metals are on a surge. * Since the end of January and into the beginning of February this year, the prices of gold and silver have fluctuated drastically. So much so that there is a good chance the price will have changed before I finish writing this article, never mind before it is published. Even so, this h  more

Foundation for Economic Education Posts Commentary: Who Will Be the 2026 Cole Summers Fellows?
DETROIT, Michigan, Feb. 11 -- The Foundation for Economic Education issued the following commentary by LiberatED Education Associate Nasiyah Isra-Ul: * * * Who Will Be the 2026 Cole Summers Fellows? Applications for the 2026 Cole Summers Fellowship are officially open. * Once again, applications for the Cole Summers Fellowship are officially open. Last year, when the 2025 applications opened, I wrote an article about how much unconventional education continued to grow since the pandemic. J  more

Geofence & Keyword Searches - Reverse Warrants & the Fourth Amendment Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48852) on Feb. 10, 2026, entitled "Geofence and Keyword Searches: Reverse Warrants and the Fourth Amendment" by legislative attorneys Peter G. Berris and Clay Wild. Here are excerpts: * * * SUMMARY From thermal imaging and wiretaps to Global Positioning System (GPS) tracking and various forms of electronic eavesdropping, law enforcement's use of emerging technologies is sometimes in tension   more

Georgia Southern University Partners With METAL to Advance Workforce Training in Metalworking and Manufacturing
STATESBORO, Georgia, Feb. 12 -- Georgia Southern University issued the following news release: * * * Georgia Southern University partners with METAL to advance workforce training in metalworking and manufacturing The Metallurgical Engineering Trades Apprenticeship & Learning (METAL)program, led by IACMI - The Composites Institute(R), is proud to announce a new partnership with Georgia Southern University to enhance and scale up industry-driven training opportunities for current and prospectiv  more

Gov. Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Legislation to Reduce Phone Distractions in Classroom and Improve Student Focus
LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 10 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Legislation to Reduce Phone Distractions in Classroom and Improve Student Focus * Gov. Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Legislation to Reduce Phone Distractions in Classroom and Improve Student Focus New law delivers on goal set in 2025 State of the State Address as Michigan takes action to keep phones away during instructional time and improve student focus, perfo  more

Gov. Whitmer's FY27 Budget Delivers on Promises to Improve Literacy, Save Michiganders Money, Protect Medicaid, and Fix Roads
LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 11 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Whitmer's FY27 Budget Delivers on Promises to Improve Literacy, Save Michiganders Money, Protect Medicaid, and Fix Roads * February 11, 2026 Contact: Press@Michigan.gov Lauren Leeds, leedsl@michigan.gov Budget sets Michigan up for long-term success and helps more families 'make it' in Michigan LANSING, Mich. -Governor Gretchen Whitmer's eighth and final executive budget reco  more

Governor Whitmer Makes Appointments to Boards and Commissions
LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 11 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Whitmer Makes Appointments to Boards and Commissions * LANSING, Mich. - Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced appointments to the following boards and commissions: Michigan Tax Tribunal; Certificate of Need Commission; Advisory Council on Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing; Mental Health Diversion Council; State Officers Compensation Commission; Michigan State Housing Dev  more

Governor Whitmer Names Mark Totten as Chief Legal Counsel
LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 11 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Whitmer Names Mark Totten as Chief Legal Counsel * LANSING, Mich. -Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer welcomed Mark Totten back to the Executive Office of the Governor as chief legal counsel, which he previously held during her first term. Alexis Blane will serve as a special advisor to the governor. "Mark Totten is a proven leader who understands how to deliver results for the p  more

Grand Valley State University: Preserving Community History - Students Gain Key Experience Working on West Michigan Heritage Projects
ALLENDALE, Michigan, Feb. 12 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: * * * Preserving community history: Students gain key experience working on West Michigan heritage projects Research, curation and interviews of residents were part of the internships By Sofia Ellis Two students extended their classroom learning by engaging with Grand Rapids' past through internships with the Kutsche Office of Local History, housed in the Brooks College of Interdisciplinary Studies. Ja  more

How Does GPA Transfer From Community College To a University?
OLIVET, Michigan, Feb. 11 -- The University of Olivet posted the following news: * * * How Does GPA Transfer From Community College To a University? * When transferring from a community college to a four-year university, the credits you've earned will usually transfer; however, you'll start over with a fresh GPA. Key Takeaways * While your community college credits typically move with you, your new university usually calculates your official GPA based only on the classes you take there  more

How the IRONDOG fund helps pet owners afford life-saving care
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 11 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * How the IRONDOG fund helps pet owners afford life-saving care * The Veterinary Medical Center at Michigan State University never truly sleeps. In the halls of the Emergency and Intensive Care Unit, the air is filled with the steady whirr of health monitors and the focused energy of a team ready for anything. Walking through these corridors with Dr. Matthew Beal, director of Emergency and Critical Ca  more

ICYMI: Slotkin, Kelly Hold Press Conference on Failed Grand Jury Indictment
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 -- Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Slotkin, Kelly Hold Press Conference on Failed Grand Jury Indictment * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today U.S. Senators Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) and Mark Kelly (D-AZ) delivered statements and took questions from the press in response to a grand jury's refusal to indict them over their video affirming service members of their right to disobey an illegal order. Slotkin reviewed her position on the case  more

ICYMI: Top Takeaways From Full Committee Hearing on Restoring Integrity in Federal Elections
WASHINGTON, Feb. 12 -- Rep. Bryan Steil, R-Wisconsin, chairman of the House Administration Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 11, 2026: * * * ICYMI: Top Takeaways from Full Committee Hearing on Restoring Integrity in Federal Elections Yesterday, the Committee on House Administration held a Full Committee Hearing titled, "Make Elections Great Again: How to Restore Trust and Integrity in Federal Elections." Witnesses: * The Honorable Chuck Gray, Wyoming Secretary of State   more

Indiana University Indianapolis: 'Good Solutions Require Good Data' - Engineer Tackles the Challenge of Microplastics
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Feb. 12 -- The Indiana University Indianapolis campus issued the following news: * * * 'Good solutions require good data': Engineer tackles the challenge of microplastics An electrical engineer who joined the Indiana University Indianapolis campus last semester is bringing his microplastics research to a new lab in the Hoosier State. Mark Cheng, professor of biomedical engineering and informatics in the IU Luddy School of Informatics, Computing and Engineering in India  more

Is it difficult for leaders to be ethical?
MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Feb. 11 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Is it difficult for leaders to be ethical? * The College of Business Administration will host the 5th Annual Ethics Summit on Friday, Feb. 20, in the Grawn Atrium. The event begins with lunch at 11:30 a.m., followed by the keynote address from 12 to 1 p.m. Centered on the theme "The Obstacles to Ethical Leadership," this year's summit explores the challenges leaders face in maintaining ethical  more

January Jobs Report Shows Tax and Regulatory Reforms Provide Economic Boost for Workers
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 [Category: Political] -- The Independent Women's Forum posted issued the following news release: * * * January Jobs Report Shows Tax and Regulatory Reforms Provide Economic Boost for Workers * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, the Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that 130,000 jobs were added in January, far beating industry expectations of just 55,000 jobs. The overall unemployment rate fell to 4.3% in January from 4.4% in December. The unemployment rate for women rose sligh  more

John James' Securing America's Critical Minerals Supply Act Passes House
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 -- Rep. John James, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * John James' Securing America's Critical Minerals Supply Act Passes House * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the House of Representatives passed Congressman John James' (MI-10) Securing America's Critical Minerals Supply Act. The bill is aimed at strengthening U.S. energy supply chains, ensuring Americans have access to reliable and secure energy resources while supporting next-generation technologies and th  more

MacArthur 'genius grant' recipient to speak at Missouri S&T Feb. 17
ROLLA, Missouri, Feb. 11 -- Missouri University of Science and Technology posted the following news: * * * MacArthur 'genius grant' recipient to speak at Missouri S&T Feb. 17 * Dr. William Tarpeh, a MacArthur Fellowship awardee -often referred to as a "genius grant" -will deliver Missouri S&T's 2026 Mathes Distinguished Lecture at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17, in the Innovation Lab Forum on the S&T campus. The event is free and open to the public, and it will also be available via Zoom at umsys  more

Mich. Democratic Party: After Taking Moroun Cash, Michigan Republicans Back Plan to Block Gordie Howe Bridge
LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 12 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Feb. 11, 2026: * * * After Taking Moroun Cash, Michigan Republicans Back Plan to Block Gordie Howe Bridge After it was revealed that billionaire Ambassador Bridge owner Matthew Moroun lobbied the White House "hours before" Trump announced his plan to sabotage Michigan's economy by blocking the Gordie Howe Bridge from opening, new reporting reveals that Michigan Republicans who have now come out in  more

Mich. Democratic Party: James and Duggan Must Tell Moroun To Stop Opposing Gordie Howe Bridge
LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 12 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Feb. 11, 2026: * * * James and Duggan Must Tell Moroun To Stop Opposing Gordie Howe Bridge As reports surface that Republican billionaire Matthew Moroun, the owner of the Ambassador Bridge, lobbied Donald Trump's administration to block the opening of the new competing Gordie Howe Bridge, the Michigan Democratic Party is now urging John James and Mike Duggan to call Moroun and tell him to stop wor  more

Mich. Democratic Party: John James Endorsed By Serial Sexual Harasser Peter Lucido
LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 11 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Feb. 10, 2026: * * * John James Endorsed By Serial Sexual Harasser Peter Lucido John James is struggling to earn Republican endorsements in his own congressional district, with the Macomb Daily reporting that several key Macomb County Republicans have chosen not to endorse in the GOP primary for governor, including former Rep. Candice Miller, who co-chaired James' 2022 congressional campaign. Bu  more

Mich. Democratic Party: Johnson, Nesbitt, and Cox Remain Silent on Trump's Threats To Block Gordie Howe Bridge
LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 12 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Feb. 11, 2026: * * * Johnson, Nesbitt, and Cox Remain Silent on Trump's Threats To Block Gordie Howe Bridge As Donald Trump threatens to block the Gordie Howe Bridge from opening, Republican gubernatorial candidates Perry Johnson, Aric Nesbitt, and Mike Cox all did not return requests for comment from Gongwer Michigan yesterday on Trump's threats. From Gongwer Michigan: It comes as John James q  more

Mich. Democratic Party: Mike Duggan Sides With Trump Again, This Time Attacking Public Schools
LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 12 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release: * * * Mike Duggan Sides With Trump Again, This Time Attacking Public Schools DeVos-backed John James accuses Duggan of copying "someone's homework" * Mike Duggan is now a student of Donald Trump and Republicans' scheme to attack public schools, with Bridge Michigan reporting that Duggan "may be open" to the new anti-public school Trump plan that is "designed to siphon funding from public schools."  more

Mich. Democratic Party: Mike Rogers Blasted Over Support for Blocking Gordie Howe Bridge
LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 12 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Feb. 11, 2026: * * * Mike Rogers Blasted Over Support for Blocking Gordie Howe Bridge: 'Dumb,' 'No Idea What He's Talking About,' 'Really Shocked' Multi-millionaire Florida resident Mike Rogers is facing widespread backlash and "assertions he has no idea what he's talking about" after he came out in full support of Trump's plan to sabotage Michigan's economy by blocking the Gordie Howe Internation  more

Mich. Democratic Party: Revolving Door Rogers Advised Companies That Threatened Privacy Rights, Spied on Citizens
LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 12 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release: * * * Revolving Door Rogers Advised Companies That Threatened Privacy Rights, Spied on Citizens As multi-millionaire Florida resident Mike Rogers faces continued scrutiny for abandoning Michigan to enrich himself through his DC connections, a reminder that Revolving Door Rogers made hundreds of thousands of dollars advising companies that "threatened privacy rights" and helped a hostile foreign regi  more

Moolenaar Votes to Secure America's Energy Supply Chains
WASHINGTON, Feb. 12 -- 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 Feb. 11, 2026: * * * Moolenaar Votes to Secure America's Energy Supply Chains Today, Chairman John Moolenaar of the Select Committee on China voted for legislation that requires the Department of Energy (DOE) to assess critical energy resource supply chains and address overreliance on   more

New fusion energy research center engages students and DOE
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 11 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * New fusion energy research center engages students and DOE * The National Nuclear Security Administration has announced a new Focused Investigatory Center at Michigan State University focused on the future of fusion energy. The award includes $5 million spread out over the next five years and will provide a unique opportunity for MSU faculty and students to work alongside and learn from U.S. Depar  more

Next Monday/Tuesday Livestreams: ABA's Rob Nichols and Fed's Michelle Bowman to Address Community Bankers at ABA Conference
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 [Category: Financial Services] -- The American Bankers Association posted the following news release: * * * Next Monday/Tuesday Livestreams: ABA's Rob Nichols and Fed's Michelle Bowman to Address Community Bankers at ABA Conference * WASHINGTON - ABA president and CEO Rob Nichols and Federal Reserve Vice Chair for Supervision Michelle Bowman will address community bankers from across the country at the American Bankers Association's Conference for Community Bankers next   more

No Labels Issues Commentary: Do You Have to Show ID to Vote? Congress Is About to Weigh In
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 -- No Labels, a political organization that advocates for centrism and bipartisanship, issued the following commentary on Feb. 10, 2026, by senior policy analyst Peyton Lofton: * * * Do You Have to Show ID to Vote? Congress Is About to Weigh In The SAVE Act would create a national photo ID requirement for federal elections and require proof of citizenship to register. Here's what's in the bill and why it matters. * Most Americans assume you have to prove you're a U.S. c  more

Peters, Collins, Ossoff, Merkley Reintroduce Bipartisan SWAT Act to Target Invasive Insect Hurting Fruit Growers
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Peters, Collins, Ossoff, Merkley Reintroduce Bipartisan SWAT Act to Target Invasive Insect Hurting Fruit Growers * Bill Would Fund Mitigation and Research on Spotted Wing Drosophila Which Continue to Threaten Cherry, Blueberry, and Other Fruit Crops Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), Susan Collins (R-ME), Jon Ossoff (D-GA) and Jeff Merkley (D-OR) have reintroduced bipartisan legis  more

Pfeiffer University Welcomes Physician Assistant Class of 2028
MISENHEIMER, North Carolina, Feb. 11 -- Pfeiffer University posted the following news: * * * Pfeiffer University Welcomes Physician Assistant Class of 2028 * Pfeiffer University is proud to introduce our most recent Physician Assistant (PA) Class of 2028, a highly accomplished and diverse cohort that reflects the program's academic excellence and commitment to preparing compassionate healthcare professionals. Students enter the program with an average of 3,125 direct patient care hours, ac  more

Ranking Member Robert Garcia Launches Probe Into Lutnick's Interference With US-Canada Bridge for Billionaire Donor
WASHINGTON, Feb. 12 -- Rep. Robert Garcia, D-California, ranking member of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 11, 2026: * * * Ranking Member Robert Garcia Launches Probe into Lutnick's Interference with US-Canada Bridge for Billionaire Donor Today, Rep. Robert Garcia, Ranking Member of the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, launched an investigation into the Department of Commerce's attack on the opening of the Gordie Howe  more

Reproductive Freedom for All Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Michigan Governor
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 [Category: Political] -- Reproductive Freedom for All (formerly the NARAL Pro-Choice America) posted the following news release: * * * Reproductive Freedom for All Endorses Jocelyn Benson for Michigan Governor * Washington, DC - Today, Reproductive Freedom for All endorsed Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson in her bid for Michigan Governor. Benson has a proven record of standing up for reproductive freedom, including her leadership in support of Proposal 3, Michigan's cons  more

Reps. Alford, Mann, Correa, Barrett Empower First-Time Homebuyers
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 -- Rep. Mark Alford, R-Missouri, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. Alford, Mann, Correa, Barrett Empower First-Time Homebuyers * Today, Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04), alongside Reps. Tracey Mann (KS-01), Lou Correa (CA-46), and Tom Barrett (MI-07) introduced the First-Time Homebuyer Empowerment Act. This bill would allow first-time homebuyers to use leftover 529 plan funds tax-free to buy or build their first home, giving buyers more options to use their ta  more

Rutgers: Research Sheds Light On Potential Causes of Infertility
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Feb. 12 (TNSjou) -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * Research Sheds Light On Potential Causes of Infertility By Andrew Smith Even in the best-case scenario, when fertility clinics transfer chromosomally normal embryos into a would-be mother's uterus, the procedure only leads to a live birth half of the time. Some embryo transfers result in a pregnancy, and then miscarriage; but in 30 to 35% of cases, the embryo doesn't even implant in the uterus.  more

Sanford leaders share optimism for future of rural care
SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota, Feb. 11 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sanford Health posted the following news release: * * * Sanford leaders share optimism for future of rural care * SIOUX FALLS, S.D. -Sanford Health leaders joined more than 1,000 rural health leaders this week in Texas to commit to advancing rural health and providing quality care for patients and communities. The 2026 AHA Rural Health Care Leadership Conference, concludes today in San Antonio. The conference has featured top rur  more

Sierra Club: Trump's latest environmental rollbacks are yet another move to cut corners for the coal and fossil fuel industries
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 [Category: Environment] -- The Sierra Club posted the following news release: * * * Sierra Club: Trump's latest environmental rollbacks are yet another move to cut corners for the coal and fossil fuel industries * DETROIT - This week, the Trump Administration is expected to announce a suite of rollbacks that bolster the coal and fossil fuel industries, threatening to keep our coal plants online longer and make our environment and climate dirtier. The administration is exp  more

Slotkin Statement on Failed Grand Jury Indictment by Jeanine Pirro
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 -- Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Slotkin Statement on Failed Grand Jury Indictment by Jeanine Pirro * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) released the following regarding the failed grand jury indictment from the Department of Justice. "Today, U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro attempted to persuade a Grand Jury to indict me. This was in response to me organizing a 90-second video that simply quoted the law. P  more

Student view: Finding belonging in STEM
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 11 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Student view: Finding belonging in STEM * This International Day of Women and Girls in Science, MSU highlights Lia Kim, a third-year computer science student, who is involved in the Women in Engineering and Women in Computing organizations on campus. When I first arrived at MSU, I was excited but also nervous about how I would fit in with such a large and vibrant university. Today, as a junior stu  more

Trump Administration Takes Action on Chinese Farmland Purchases
WASHINGTON, Feb. 12 -- 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 Feb. 11, 2026: * * * Trump Administration Takes Action on Chinese Farmland Purchases Today, Chairman John Moolenaar of the Select Committee on China released the following statement regarding Secretary Brooke Rollins and Secretary Pete Hegseth announcing a Memorandum of Understanding (  more

Trump EPA Misses Legal Deadline to Reduce Deadly Air Pollution
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Feb. 11 -- Conservation Law Foundation issued the following news release: * * * Trump EPA Misses Legal Deadline to Reduce Deadly Air Pollution Soot pollution kills, and every day the EPA fails to act is another day communities are left unprotected. * The Trump administration's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has failed to meet a February 7 deadline to designate areas in violation of the strengthened 2024 national air quality standard for soot, as required under  more

U.S. Department of Education Releases Latest Foreign Funding Disclosures from Federally-Funded American Universities
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Department of Education Releases Latest Foreign Funding Disclosures from Federally-Funded American Universities * Today, the U.S. Department of Education (the Department) released data compiled from foreign funding disclosures submitted by American colleges and universities for 2025 - documenting over 8,300 transactions worth more than $5.2 billion in reportable foreign gifts and contracts.   more

University of Iowa International Programs: Exploring Family, Race, and History - Author Clare Kinberg at Prairie Lights
IOWA CITY, Iowa, Feb. 12 -- The University of Iowa International Programs issued the following news: * * * Exploring family, race, and history: author Clare Kinberg at Prairie Lights Written by Daniel Vorwerk Join the University of Iowa (UI) Jewish Studies Network, an International Programs affinity group, for a special event with author Clare Kinberg. Reading and discussion at Prairie Lights Date & Time: Monday, February 23, 2026, 7 - 8:30 p.m. (CST) Location: Prairie Lights Books (15 S.  more

University of Michigan: Not All Gigs are Equal - Informal Self-employment Linked to Lower Pay, Poorer Health and Instability
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Feb. 12 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Not all gigs are equal: Informal self-employment linked to lower pay, poorer health and instability Not all self-employment guarantees financial security, with informal arrangements posing the greatest risks to well-being for many workers. Using machine learning to classify self-employment, a new University of Michigan study analyzed narrative job descriptions from the 2003-2019 Panel Study o  more

University of Michigan: Open-source Modular Robot for Understanding Evolution
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Feb. 12 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Open-source modular robot for understanding evolution A cost-effective, customizable quadruped could help researchers discover the particular advantages related to the length and segmentation of animal limbs * What is it about a cheetah's build that enables it to run so fast? What gives the wolf its exceptional endurance? While these questions can be partly answered through animal experimen  more

Walberg-Backed SAVE America Act Passes House
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Walberg-Backed SAVE America Act Passes House * Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) released the following statement after the House passage of the SAVE America Act, which would require proof of citizenship when registering to vote, improve the ability of states to remove noncitizens from voter rolls, and require voter ID. "Americans need a valid ID to drive a car, pick up a prescription, and open a ba  more

WATCH: Barrett Discusses Electronic Health Record Modernization Rollout With VA Secretary Collins
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 -- Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * WATCH: Barrett Discusses Electronic Health Record Modernization Rollout With VA Secretary Collins * Click here (link is external) or the image above to watch. Washington, D.C. - Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) today continued his work to provide oversight of the Electronic Health Record Modernization (EHRM) at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), which will be rolled out at Michigan's VA hospi  more

Whitmer Commits to Higher Education Investments, TICAS Calls on Michigan Legislature to Follow Suit
OAKLAND, California, Feb. 11 [Category: Education] -- The Institute for College Access and Success issued the following news release: * * * Whitmer Commits to Higher Education Investments, TICAS Calls on Michigan Legislature to Follow Suit * LANSING, M.I. - On Wednesday, February 11, Governor Whitmer outlined her final budget proposal and doubled down on a number of her hallmark projects, including the Michigan Achievement Scholarship and Michigan Reconnect programs. Specifically, the budg  more