ANGOLA, Indiana, May 12 -- Trine University posted the following news: * * * 'Something that truly helps people': Trine team develops customized walker * Liam Millership said his senior design project reminded him that "good engineering is not just about designing something functional -it's about designing something that truly helps people." The Trine University biomedical engineering major was part of a team that developed a custom pediatric walker for Sophia Dillon, who cannot use common  more

NOTRE DAME, Indiana, May 12 -- The University of Notre Dame posted the following news: * * * Accomplished leader and alumnus Paul Popiel named Kenn and Pamela Ricci Director of Bands and professor of music at Notre Dame * University of Notre Dame alumnus Paul Popiel, D.M.A., will return to his alma mater to lead the oldest continuously operating collegiate band in the country as Kenn and Pamela Ricci Director of Bands. In this role, Popiel will oversee the University's band program through t  more

NOTRE DAME, Indiana, May 12 -- The University of Notre Dame posted the following news: * * * Accomplished leader and alumnus Paul Popiel named Notre Dame director of bands and professor of music * University of Notre Dame alumnus Paul Popiel, D.M.A., will return to his alma mater to lead the oldest continuously operating collegiate band in the country as Kenn and Pamela Ricci Director of Bands. In this role, Popiel will oversee the University's band program through the Division of Student Af  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 12 [Category: BizEnergy] -- American Electric Power Corp. posted the following news release: * * * AEP Announces Public Offering of Common Stock with a Forward Component * COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 12, 2026 - American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) today announced the commencement of a registered underwritten offering of $2,600,000,000 of shares of its common stock. Subject to certain conditions, all shares are expected to be borrowed by the forward counterparties (as defined bel  more

LANSING, Michigan, May 12 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * Assistant Attorney General Honored with Troy Police Merit Service Award for Role in Dismantling Large-Scale Auto Theft Ring * LANSING - Today, Assistant Attorney General Eric Sterbis (PNG) was awarded a Merit Service Award by the Troy Police Department, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. The award recognizes Sterbis' work in dismantling a large-scale criminal organization  more

SACRAMENTO, California, May 12 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Strongly Opposes Trump Administration's Proposed Rollback of Chemical Accident Prevention Rule * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta joined a multistate coalition in submitting a comment letter opposing the U.S. Environmental Protection (EPA)'s proposal to weaken the federal chemical accident prevention program. The program is designed to prevent   more

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 13 (TNSLrpt) -- Consumer Price Index, Detroit-Warren-Dearborn Area April 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Midwest Region - May 12, 2026 * * * Area prices were up 2.7 percent over the past two months, up 4.1 percent from a year ago * The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn area advanced 2.7 percent for the two months ending in April 2026, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) rep  more

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, May 13 (TNSLrpt) -- Consumer Price Index, Midwest Region April 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Mountain-Plains Region - May 12, 2026 * * * Regional prices were up 0.8 percent in April, up 4.1 percent over the year * The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) in the Midwest Region advanced 0.8 percent in April, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported today. The energy index was up 5.7 percent, led by high  more

LINCOLN, Nebraska, May 12 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news: * * * Cahoon elected to National Academy of Sciences * Edgar Cahoon, director of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Center for Plant Science Innovation, has been elected to the National Academy of Sciences, one of the nation's highest honors for scientists and engineers. Cahoon is the sixth Husker faculty member elected to the academy. He is also the second affiliated with the Center for Plant Science Inno  more

NEW YORK, May 13 -- The Catholic League for Religious and Civil Rights, an organization that defends the right of Catholics to participate in American public life without defamation or discrimination, issued the following commentary on May 12, 2026, by President Bill Donohue: * * * TRUMP'S RELIGIOUS LIBERTY PANEL UNDER ATTACK Ever since President Trump announced on May 1, 2025 that he wanted a Religious Liberty Commission to make recommendations on how to protect our most important freedom, c  more

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, May 12 -- Carnegie Mellon University posted the following news: * * * CMU Research Shows Audio Can Make AI More Engaging and Human * Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University are investigating how humans respond to artificial intelligence agents that sound physically present in the same room, work that could shape the future of audio-only AI systems used in smart glasses, accessibility tools and other screen-free technologies. A team from CMU's School of Computer   more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, May 12 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * College of Education debuts online master's at the intersection of AI and education * Starting in Fall 2026, Michigan State University will launch the first cohort of the Educational Statistics and AI online master's program. The only program of its kind at MSU, the degree is designed to equip educators, researchers and administrators with cutting-edge data science and artificial intelligence skill  more

CHESTERFIELD, Missouri, May 13 -- The National Corn Growers Association issued the following news: * * * Corn Growers Fight for Transparency, Competition in Fertilizer Market Author: Nicole Hasheider Corn growers continue to raise alarms about high fertilizer costs, including during a hearing on fertilizer affordability today before the Senate Agriculture Committee. "In August, South Dakota farmers will begin to seriously plan and make decisions regarding the 2027 corn crop, however it is n  more

MIDLAND, Michigan, May 12 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The Mackinac Center for Public Policy posted the following news release: * * * Court freezes hidden earmarks in major win for Michigan taxpayers * LANSING, Mich. -The Michigan Court of Claims has granted a preliminary injunction in the Mackinac Center Legal Foundation's lawsuit challenging unconstitutional earmarks hidden in the state budget process. The preliminary injunction stops further payments from the challenged  more

GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, May 13 -- Davenport University issued the following news: * * * Davenport University president has a leadership conversation with The Right Place Leslie Kinnee, DU Communications The Right Place moved its Candid Conversation series to Davenport University's W.A. Lettinga Grand Rapids Campus for a leadership chat with Davenport University President Richard J. Pappas, Ed.D. The event explored the topic: unlocking talent through mentorship-driven leadership. Pappas is s  more

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Customs and Border Protection issued the following news release: * * * Detroit Border Patrol leads the way: Highest drug seizures along the Northern Border * DETROIT - U.S. Border Patrol's Detroit Sector led all northern border sectors in drug seizures since 2019. A recent General Accountability Office report examined seven years' worth of data from U.S. Border Patrol's northern border sectors - Spokane, Blaine, Havre, Grand For  more

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Detroit News: "'Nepo baby' criticism of [Mike Bouchard Jr.] comes as primary nears" * Messy Republican primary in Michigan's 10th district! New reporting from the Detroit News exposes how Mike Bouchard Jr.'s campaign is heavily reliant on his father's political and financial connections - and the messy Republican primary dynamic as his rivals " are seizing on his father's campaig  more

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Dingell Reintroduces Arthritis Awareness Month Resolution * Today, U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) reintroduced a resolution marking May as Arthritis Awareness Month to spur continued conversation and support of the 60 million Americans who are affected by arthritis. "Arthritis impacts 60 million Americans, including children, workers, and seniors who live every day with chronic pai  more

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Dingell, Landsman Lead Bill to Improve Access to Early Breast Cancer Detection * U.S. Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) and Greg Landsman (D-OH-01) introduced a bill to ensure low-income women can access comprehensive breast examinations at no cost. The No-Cost Breast Examinations in Medicaid Act will help women - regardless of their income - get timely access to comprehensive breast cancer  more

WASHINGTON, May 11 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Dingell, Moolenaar Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Ban Chinese Vehicles from U.S., Protect American Auto Industry and Workers * Today, U.S. Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) and John Moolenaar (R-MI-04), Chairman of the Select Committee on China, introduced the Connected Vehicle Security Act. The legislation would prohibit the importation, manufacture, and sale of connected vehicles, so  more

YPSILANTI, Michigan, May 13 -- Eastern Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Eastern Michigan University celebrates more than 200 graduates at 2026 Multicultural Graduation Celebration, Yodit Mesfin Johnson as Keynote Written by: Brittany Mobley Eastern Michigan University honored 227 graduates during its 2026 Multicultural Graduation Celebration on Friday, May 1, at the Frederic H. Pease Auditorium, bringing together students, families and supporters for an evening rooted in   more

YPSILANTI, Michigan, May 13 -- Eastern Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Local students showcase their commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility at the SEMIS Coalition Community Forum in collaboration with EMU High school students in Eastern Michigan University's Early College Alliance program are taking the lead on a campuswide zero waste initiative at this year's Southeast Michigan Stewardship (SEMIS) Coalition Annual Community Forum from 8:30 a.m. to   more

WASHINGTON, May 12 [Category: Energy] -- The Edison Electric Institute issued the following news release: * * * Electric Companies Stepping Up to Protect Customers Amid Data Center Buildout * WASHINGTON (May 12, 2026) -A slew of recent announcements from investor-owned electric companies highlight their successful work powering the lives of the nearly 3 in 4 Americans who depend on them for reliable, affordable energy-and protecting them from bill increases related to data centers. EEI mem  more

BRISTOL, Connecticut, May 12 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN's College GameDay Built by The Home Depot kicks off 40th season in Baton Rouge with 500th show on the road * * College GameDay opens the 2026-27 college football season in Baton Rouge for statement show: Saturday, Sept. 5 featuring LSU vs. Clemson * College GameDay will originate from Austin, Texas in Week 2 (Sept. 12) * GameDay, coming off its most-watched   more

LANSING, Michigan, May 12 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * Former Wexford County Couple Pleads to First-Degree Child Abuse of Adopted Children * Jessica Klimp, 45, pled no contest to two counts of First-Degree Child Abuse for abusing two of her adopted children, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. Her co-defendant and husband, Jason Klimp, 47, pled no contest to two counts of First-Degree Child Abuse in March.  Jason and Jessica  more

WASHINGTON, May 12 (TNSletter) -- The Government Accountability Project has sent a letter to the Senate Homeland Security and Judiciary committee leadership concerning the U.S. Customs and Border Protection failure to oversee its congressionally mandated medical services contract with Loyal Source-Michigan. * * * Here is the text of the letter: April 20, 2026 Honorable Rand Paul, Chair Honorable Gary C. Peters, Ranking Member U.S. Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affa  more

ALLENDALE, Michigan, May 13 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: * * * Jim and Donna Brooks honored with Grand Stewards Award When the Grand Valley University Foundation (GVUF) began forming in 1963, local leaders Richard Gillett, Keith Baker and Philip Buchen had a shared goal: to build a network of philanthropic support for a young institution in Allendale. From the start, GVUF was designed to connect the university with the broader West Michigan community. Early ph  more

ALLENDALE, Michigan, May 13 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: * * * GVSU study: Regional growth continues despite rising uncertainty By Brian Vernellis The West Michigan economy grew for the third consecutive month, according to data collected by a GVSU researcher. Brian Long, director of supply chain management research at GVSU's Seidman College of Business, said his monthly survey of the region's purchasing managers reflected steady optimism about the West Michi  more

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 12 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * Honors College prepares to graduate largest class in its history * More than 400 seniors in the UT San Antonio Honors College are expected to graduate this month, marking the largest graduating class in the college's history. Fifty-one students in this cohort will graduate with distinction, the highest level of recognition in the Honors College. This designation is awarded to students who com  more

HOLLAND, Michigan, May 13 -- Hope College issued the following news: * * * Professor Rob Pocock Receives H.O.P.E. Award from Class of 2026 The graduating Class of 2026 presented the annual H.O.P.E. award to Rob Pocock '77, associate professor of communication instruction. The Hope Outstanding Professor Educator award has been given annually since 1965. The graduating Class selects one faculty member they feel epitomizes the best qualities of a Hope College educator. Pocock is respected acros  more

WASHINGTON, May 12 (TNSletter) -- House Homeland Security Committee Chairman Andrew R. Garbarino, R-New York, and Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on China, have sent a letter to Anysphere Inc., a San Francisco, California-based company involved in artificial intelligence seeking a wide range of documents related to its China relationships. The letter was sent to Anysphere CEO Michael Truell on April 29, 2026. * * * Here is the text of the letter: Mr. Mi  more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, May 12 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * How 'digital twins' could help predict the fate of a forest * In his office in MSU's forestry department, EEB core faculty member David Carter shows off an image of a virtual forest on his laptop. It's not just any forest. It's a computerized replica, or "digital twin," of a loblolly pine stand, created using lidar, the laser scanning technology that self-driving cars use to map their surroundings.  more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, May 12 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Inclusive Systems Series launches at MSU * The Education Team within Michigan State University's Office for Inclusive Excellence and Impact is hosting a series called Inclusive Systems this spring. It is a six-week program that brings together people from the MSU community to explore empathy, constructive dialogue and personal well-being. The program includes participation, discussion and self-refl  more

MIDLAND, Michigan, May 12 -- Northwood University posted the following news: * * * Mallorie Hollenbeck Receives $10,000 NIADA Scholarship * Mallorie Hollenbeck has received the $10,000 National Independent Automobile Dealers Association ( NIADA ) Foundation National Scholarship, sponsored by Cox Automotive. Hollenbeck, the daughter of Brian Hollenbeck and Farrah Scheffler of Midland, Michigan, is studying automotive marketing and management at Northwood, where she has built a strong record  more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, May 11 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Meet MSU alumnus Bill Mechanic, a Spartan behind Hollywood blockbusters * Bill Mechanic -you may not recognize his name, but few filmmakers can match his level of success. The movies he has helped launch are among the biggest ever made, including Titanic, Independence Day, Braveheart and X-Men. His blockbuster career can be traced back to Michigan State University. When he was a student in the earl  more

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- The Medical Group Management Association issued the following letter on May 11, 2026: * * * The Honorable Roger Marshall, MD U.S. Senate, 479A Russell Senate Building, Washington, DC 20510 The Honorable Greg Murphy, MD U.S. House of Representatives 407 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 The Honorable John Joyce, MD, U.S. House of Representatives 2102 Rayburn House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 The Honorable Bob Onder, MD, JD U.S. House of Represen  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 13 -- The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International issued the following news release: * * * Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer Opens XPONENTIAL 2026 as Detroit Hosts Global Robotics and Autonomy Industry DETROIT -- Detroit is once again at the center of American innovation as XPONENTIAL 2026 officially kicks off, bringing thousands of global leaders in robotics, drones, and autonomous systems to Huntington Place for a week of high-impact programming and  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, May 13 (TNSjou) -- Michigan Medicine, the academic medical center of the University of Michigan, issued the following Q&A on May 12, 2026, involving Paul Swiecicki, clinical associate professor of Internal Medicine-Hematology/Oncology and member of the Rogel Cancer Center: * * * Phase 1 trial of alrizomadlin shows promise in targeting metastatic salivary gland cancers Drug developed in U-M labs suggests potential new treatment options for this rare cancer * Salivary gla  more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- 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 May 12, 2026: * * * Moolenaar Reaffirms Support for Political Prisoners Unjustly Detained by China This week, Chairman John Moolenaar of the House Select Committee on China reiterated his strong support for the release of political prisoners in China and Hong Kong, leading bipartisan an  more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, May 11 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * MSU alumnus Bill Mechanic delivered College of Arts & Letters commencement address * Bill Mechanic -you may not recognize his name, but few filmmakers can match his level of success. The movies he has helped launch are among the biggest ever made, including Titanic, Independence Day, Braveheart and X-Men. His blockbuster career can be traced back to Michigan State University. When he was a student   more

WASHINGTON, May 12 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Association of Insurance Commissioners issued the following news release: * * * NAIC Member Discusses Managing Resources to Strengthen Supervisory Effectiveness * On April 15-16, Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services Director Anita G. Fox participated in the High-Level Conference on Insurance Supervision for Latin America and the Caribbean organized jointly by the Asociacion Internacional de Sup  more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release on May 12, 2026: * * * ON THE JOB FOR MICHIGAN: Former U.S. Congresswoman Candice Miller Discusses Peters' Work to Establish Northern Border Mission Center at Selfridge Air National Guard Base "On the Job" Video Series Highlights Senator Peters' Efforts to Help Constituents and Communities Across Michigan * HARRISON TOWNSHIP, MI - In a new "On the Job" video from U.S. Senator Gary Peters' (MI) office, Maco  more

OLIVET, Michigan, May 12 -- The University of Olivet posted the following news: * * * Online Bachelor's Degree and Teacher Certification Program Launches Through The University of Olivet and Teachers of Tomorrow Partnership * The following announcement was provided by Teachers of Tomorrow and is shared by The University of Olivet with permission. Teachers of Tomorrow (ToT), the nation's leading alternative teacher certification program, has announced a new partnership with The University o  more

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Rep. Maria Salazar, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Problem Solvers Caucus Endorses the Dignity Act * WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Problem Solvers Caucus today endorsed the Dignity Act (H.R. 4393), marking a major step forward for the legislation and underscoring its growing support in Congress. The endorsement adds new weight to the bill's standing, brings a new block of support, and signals increased focus on a proposal that can realistically move forw  more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, May 12 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Reducing fear is critical for improving trust in law enforcement, according to study * Law enforcement is a critical aspect of ensuring safety in communities. However, unjustified harm has been associated with law enforcement throughout history, resulting in tension between police and communities. Fear of unjustified police harm remains prevalent, especially in minoritized communities. However, res  more

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Rep. Austin Scott, R-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Austin Scott Leads House Letter Urging Action on Mexican Specialty Crop Imports Ahead of USMCA Review * Washington, D.C- Today, U.S. Representative Austin Scott (GA-08) led a bipartisan group of 79 members of the U.S. House of Representatives in sending a letter to United States Trade Representative (USTR) Ambassador Jamieson Greer to emphasize the importance of fair-trade measures for the U.S.   more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, sends letter to Acting Attorney General Todd W. Blanche regarding potentially illegal payout to former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn. * * * Here is the text of the letter: April 6, 2026 The Honorable Todd W. Blanche Acting Attorney General U.S. Department of Justice 950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20530 Dear Acting Attorney General Blanche: Your Department of Justi  more

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Rep. Haley Stevens, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Stevens Blasts Trump on Inflation: "Michigan Workers Are Being Left Behind" * WASHINGTON, D.C. - In response to the highest inflation numbers in nearly three years, Michigan Congresswoman Haley Stevens issued the following statement: "Donald Trump promised to lower costs on day one. Instead, Michigan families are still getting squeezed: from rising grocery bills to higher prices at the gas   more

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, ranking member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, and 27 Democratic colleagues, issued the following letter: * * * Here is the text of the letter: April 29, 2026 The Honorable Markwayne Mullin Secretary U.S. Department of Homeland Security 2707 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave SE Washington, DC 20240 Dear Secretary Mullin: We write to warn the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) against any illegal activit  more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- The Senate Judiciary Committee issued the following information for a nominations hearing at 9 a.m. on May 14, 2026, at 216 Hart Senate Office Building: Nominees * Justin D. Smith, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Eighth Circuit * Michael J. Hendershot, to be United States District Judge for the Northern District of Ohio * Arthur Roberts Jones, to be United States District Judge for the Southern District of Texas * Jeffrey M. Kuhlman, to be United States Distr  more

HOUSTON, Texas, May 12 -- Texas Southern University posted the following news: * * * She Came as One Woman. She Leaves as a Better One. * There is something you need to understand about Kayla King before you learn anything else. She is actually shy. Not shy in the way people say when they mean humble. Shy in the real way. Introverted. Reserved. Now hold that image. Hold it tight. Because it is going to make everything else she has accomplished during her time at Texas Southern University  more

EAST LANSING, Michigan, May 12 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * The dam dilemma: How to build dams to best protect community, environment * As the U.S. and other countries expand clean energy, large hydropower dams, often seen as a reliable renewable solution, can come with significant environmental and social costs if not planned thoughtfully. New research from Michigan State University finds that without better planning and community involvement, dam projects  more

LOS ANGELES, California, May 13 (TNSjou) -- The UCLA Health issued the following news release: * * * Ivermectin prescriptions more than doubled after a celebrity endorsed it as a cancer treatment on a high-profile podcast Prescriptions for the anti-parasite medication ivermectin doubled in the months following an endorsement by a celebrity during a high-profile podcast as an off-label cancer treatment, a UCLA-led study finds. The endorsement came on January 9, 2025, when actor Mel Gibson app  more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, May 13 -- The University of Michigan issued the following Q&A on May 12, 2026, involving Lauren Hood, assistant professor of practice at the Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning: * * * Lauren Hood's think tank on Black thriving DETROIT--When Lauren Hood wanted to know how to improve the quality of life for Black Detroiters, she looked to people who were already thriving. Hood, assistant professor of practice at the University of Michigan Taubman College of   more

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, May 13 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Rural-urban divide: Neighborhood conditions shape teen smoking Teens in disadvantaged neighborhoods are more likely to smoke, but it depends on whether they live in rural or urban areas. A new University of Michigan study highlights a distinct rural-urban gap in adolescent health. It reports that the link between neighborhood disadvantage and cigarette use appears only in rural areas. Teens in  more

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, May 12 -- The University of Tennessee posted the following news: * * * UT Knoxville Sets Tuition, Proposes Minimum Pay Increase * The University of Tennessee, Knoxville's Campus Advisory Board heard presentations on the upcoming annual budget, student success initiatives, and accomplishments from a historic year for the university at its meeting May 12. The board approved the new budget, sending it to the UT Board of Trustees to consider at its annual meeting in June.   more

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on May 12, 2026: * * * Walberg Announces Hearing on Superintendents Breaking Trust in America's Schools June 10, at 10:15 a.m., the Committee on Education and Workforce, chaired by Rep. Tim Walberg (R-MI), will hold a hearing titled "Breaking Trust: Attacks on Parental Rights, Inappropriate Content, and Legal Abuses in America's Schools." What: Full   more

WASHINGTON, May 12 -- Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * WATCH: Barrett Joins The Lead With Jake Tapper To Discuss His Legislation To Limit Conflict In Iran * Click here or the image above to watch the interview. Washington, D.C. - Tonight, Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) joined CNN's Jake Tapper on The Lead to discuss Barrett's recently introduced Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF) to limit and withdraw forces from the ongoing military oper  more