Monday - July 13, 2026

Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Michigan

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A.G. Davenport Announces New Jersey Has Joined $36.5 Million Settlement With CVS Pharmacy
TRENTON, New Jersey, June 16 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on June 15, 2026: * * * Attorney General Davenport Announces New Jersey Has Joined $36.5 Million Settlement With CVS Pharmacy Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and the Office of the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor (OIFP) announced that New Jersey joined a bipartisan coalition of 36 other attorneys general and the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) in securing $36.5 million from  more
ADC Statement on DOJ Indictment of Former U-M Students and the Criminalization of Palestine Solidarity
WASHINGTON, June 15 [Category: Sociological] -- The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee issued the following news release: * * * ADC Statement on DOJ Indictment of Former U-M Students and the Criminalization of Palestine Solidarity * June 12, 2026 media@adc.org Washington, D.C. -Statement from ADC President and Legal Director, Jenin Younes, on the DOJ's indictment of former University of Michigan student organizers: "ADC is alarmed by the federal government's escalation agains  more
AG Campbell Secures Final Victory As Court Dismisses Trump Administration's Appeal In Case Over Federal Offshore Wind Permitting Pause
BOSTON, Massachusetts, June 15 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release: * * * AG Campbell Secures Final Victory As Court Dismisses Trump Administration's Appeal In Case Over Federal Offshore Wind Permitting Pause * BOSTON -Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell and a coalition of 18 attorneys general today celebrated the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit's dismissal of the Trump Administration's appeal of the stat  more
AG Nessel Secures Agreement Over Deceptive Solicitations Targeting Michigan Businesses
LANSING, Michigan, June 15 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * AG Nessel Secures Agreement Over Deceptive Solicitations Targeting Michigan Businesses * LANSING - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has secured an agreement with TMB Solutions LLC, doing business as C.P.S., and its principal, Steven Fata. The agreement (PDF) resolves allegations that the company targeted newly formed Michigan business entities with deceptive mailings designed to   more
Attorney General Jeff Jackson Fights for Action on Microplastics in Our Drinking Water
RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 15 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jeff Jackson Fights for Action on Microplastics in Our Drinking Water * RALEIGH -Attorney General Jeff Jackson is applauding the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for researching microplastics found in drinking water but is pushing the agency to require monitoring of microplastics to better understand the risks they pose to our communities. "Everyone   more
Barrett Welcomes Energy Secretary Wright To Mid-Michigan, Highlights Joint Efforts To Make Energy More Affordable
WASHINGTON, June 15 -- Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Barrett Welcomes Energy Secretary Wright To Mid-Michigan, Highlights Joint Efforts To Make Energy More Affordable * Lansing, Mich. - Today, Congressman Tom Barrett (MI-07) hosted U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright to meet with local leaders and discuss the work Congress and the Trump administration are doing to unleash affordable, reliable American energy. The federal officials led a roundtable  more
Built to Last: Toyota's Mobility Journey
PLANO, Texas, June 15 [Category: BizTransportation] -- Toyota Motor Sales USA posted the following news: * * * Built to Last: Toyota's Mobility Journey Seven decades. In the life of a nation, it's a chapter. In the life of an industry, it's an evolution. But for one company, it has been a promise kept - a promise not just to sell cars in America, but to assemble them here, alongside the people who drive them. As America approaches its 250th birthday, the question isn't just how far we've co  more
Center of the American Experiment Issues Commentary: Electricity Inflation, the Forgotten Affordability Burden
MINNETONKA, Minnesota, June 16 -- The Center of the American Experiment, a civic and educational organization that says it creates and advocates policies, issued the following commentary on June 15, 2026, by policy fellow Darren Nelson: * * * Electricity inflation, the forgotten affordability burden Three, seemingly unconnected, events in recent weeks have served as an important reminder that, electricity inflation is, all too often, the forgotten burden on affordability. At least largely for  more
Chairman Griffith Delivers Opening Statement at Subcommittee on Health Hearing to Examine Policies to Increase Health Care Transparency for Patients and Employers
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health, issued the following news release: * * * Chairman Griffith Delivers Opening Statement at Subcommittee on Health Hearing to Examine Policies to Increase Health Care Transparency for Patients and Employers Congressman Morgan Griffith (VA-09), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Health, delivered the following opening statement at today's hearing titled Lowering Health Care Cost  more
CLAS HSHP researchers link light activity to lower risk of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy
IOWA CITY, Iowa, June 15 -- The University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts and Sciences posted the following news: * * * CLAS HSHP researchers link light activity to lower risk of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy * Women who engage in light physical activity and lessen their sedentary time may significantly reduce the risk of key health problems during pregnancy, according to a new University of Iowa-led study. Why it matters High blood pressure during pregnancy is common and can crea  more
CMU names first University Engagement AVP
MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, June 15 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * CMU names first University Engagement AVP * Shawna Patterson-Stephens, vice president of University Engagement and Student Affairs, today announced that Kyle Oldham, Ed.D., will serve as Central Michigan University's first associate vice president of University Engagement. Oldham comes to CMU from Colorado State University where he currently serves as director of Workplace Integrity and Talent  more
Congresswoman Scholten Announces $3.8 Million to Support Bethany Christian Services in Grand Rapids
WASHINGTON, June 15 -- Rep. Hillary Scholten, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Scholten Announces $3.8 Million to Support Bethany Christian Services in Grand Rapids * WASHINGTON, DC -Today, Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (D-MI-03) announced Bethany Christian Services in Grand Rapids will receive $3,876,529 in federal funding through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The funding will help the organization provide foster care placements,   more
Congresswoman Scholten Secures Major Win for Small Businesses in National Defense Authorization Act
WASHINGTON, June 15 -- Rep. Hillary Scholten, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Scholten Secures Major Win for Small Businesses in National Defense Authorization Act * WASHINGTON, DC - Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (D-MI-03), member of the House Small Business Committee, secured a critical provision in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The provision ensures that certain Department of Defense (DoD) contracts are actually rea  more
Corewell Health Zeeland Hospital Celebrates Opening of New C-Section Surgical Suite
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, June 16 -- Corewell Health issued the following news release: * * * Corewell Health Zeeland Hospital celebrates opening of new C-section surgical suite Investment expands access to advanced maternity care for the Zeeland community. - ZEELAND, Mich. -- Corewell Health(TM) Zeeland Hospital celebrated the grand opening of its newly relocated and enhanced C-section surgical suite with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, May 7, marking a significant investment in mater  more
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: Reminder - Michiganders Have Tom Barrett to Thank for Higher Prices and Energy Costs
WASHINGTON, June 15 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * REMINDER: Michiganders Have Tom Barrett to Thank for Higher Prices and Energy Costs * Tom Barrett promised Michiganders he'd lower prices. Instead, he's voted to make everything more expensive while working to enrich himself and his special interest allies. Refresher on Barrett's true record: * Voting to kill energy tax credits and raise electricity prices on Michiganders, so   more
Dingell, Tlaib Lead Legislation to Protect Water Access for Families
WASHINGTON, June 15 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Dingell, Tlaib Lead Legislation to Protect Water Access for Families * U.S. Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) and Rashida Tlaib (D-MI-12) introduced the Water Access Act, legislation that would direct $500 million to the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) to help low-income families pay for their water and wastewater bills, preventing shutoffs, and ensuring access to sa  more
Durbin Questions Judicial Nominees During A Senate Judiciary Committee Nominations Hearing
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Questions Judicial Nominees During A Senate Judiciary Committee Nominations Hearing U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, questioned judicial nominees during today's Senate Judiciary Committee hearing. During the first panel, Durbin questioned Judge Daniel Traynor, nominated to t  more
EEOC Sues JACO Enterprises to Force Compliance With Conciliation Agreement
WASHINGTON, June 15 -- The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission issued the following news release: * * * EEOC Sues JACO Enterprises to Force Compliance With Conciliation Agreement * Federal lawsuit charges limousine company with failing to pay $95,000 to resolve sexual harassment allegations as agreed LOUISVILLE, Ky. - JACO Enterprises, LLC, a transportation/limousine company offering services throughout Kentucky, failed to pay $95,000 to alleged victims of sexual harassment as required  more
Energy Department Delivers $1.6 Billion Loan to Lower Energy Costs for Michiganders
WASHINGTON, June 16 -- The U.S. Department of Energy issued the following news release on June 15, 2026: * * * Energy Department Delivers $1.6 Billion Loan to Lower Energy Costs for Michiganders The Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Energy Dominance Financing (EDF) announced today it closed a loan to lower Michigan electricity prices and modernize natural gas infrastructure. The $1.6 billion loan to DTE Gas Company (DTE) will deliver over $700 million in cost savings to millions of custo  more
Engineering Students Use AI and Robotics To Transform Campus Tours
CEDARVILLE, Ohio, June 15 -- Cedarville University posted the following news: * * * Engineering Students Use AI and Robotics To Transform Campus Tours * by Cara Ramer, Student Public Relations Writer As artificial intelligence moves beyond screens and into physical spaces, an autonomous robot designed by Cedarville University engineering students could change the campus tour experience by guiding visitors, answering questions and navigating campus buildings in real time. Cedarville Unive  more
EPA Begins Cleanup Project at Torch Lake in Michigan's Upper Peninsula
WASHINGTON, June 15 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: * * * EPA Begins Cleanup Project at Torch Lake in Michigan's Upper Peninsula * CHICAGO (June 15, 2026) - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has started a $12 million cleanup at the Lake Linden Recreation Area in Lake Linden, Michigan. Crews will remove about 13,300 cubic yards of sediment contaminated with lead, zinc, and polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs). While the Lake Linden campground and mar  more
Gov. Whitmer Leads Economic Delegation to Europe, Securing More Opportunities for Michigan Businesses at World's Largest Defense Conference
LANSING, Michigan, June 15 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Whitmer Leads Economic Delegation to Europe, Securing More Opportunities for Michigan Businesses at World's Largest Defense Conference * June 15, 2026 Contact: press@michigan.gov LANSING, Mich. - Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer kicks off a week-long investment mission to Europe that will build upon Michigan's ongoing engagement with European partners to attract job-creating inv  more
Grad student looks to unravel cell structure mystery
MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, June 15 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Grad student looks to unravel cell structure mystery * Bridget Plude watched amoeba cells crawl forward through a microscope. Then, she noticed little structures trailing out behind them and wondered what they were. It was the start of a journey that led her to graduate school and a brand-new, powerful microscope, and into a field of inquiry that shows promise for new cancer treatments. Plud  more
Hope College Retiree Named 'Notable Leader' Among W. Michigan Professionals in Architecture
HOLLAND, Michigan, June 16 -- Hope College issued the following news: * * * Hope College Retiree Named a "Notable Leader" Among W. Michigan Professionals in Architecture Kara Slater, who recently retired as director of operations at Hope College, was named among West Michigan's "Notable Leaders in Architecture, Engineering and Construction," by Crain's Grand Rapids Business. Slater was among 36 notable professionals across 14 West Michigan counties who lead the design and building of spaces   more
House Education & Workforce Chairman Walberg Issues Statement on National Assessment of Educational Progress Scores
WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following statement on the long-term National Assessment of Educational Progress scores in reading and math: * * * "The latest NAEP results make clear that we must renew our focus on the fundamentals. Reading and math are the foundation of every student's success, and too many children are still struggling to master these essential skills. "While it is encouraging to see so  more
ICYMI: Rep. Stevens Leads Charge to Stop New Romulus ICE Detention Facility
WASHINGTON, June 15 -- Rep. Haley Stevens, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Rep. Stevens Leads Charge to Stop New Romulus ICE Detention Facility * Washington, D.C - In case you missed it, Michigan Congresswoman Haley Stevens led five members of the Michigan delegation in demanding that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reverse its decision to open a new ICE facility in Michigan. She's leading the push against new ICE facilities and holding ICE accountable f  more
Institute for Energy Research: Trump Administration Uses Defense Production Act to Support the Coal Industry
WASHINGTON, June 15 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary: * * * Trump Administration Uses Defense Production Act to Support the Coal Industry * Key Takeaways 1 President Trump has announced $700 million in subsidies to support the use of U.S. coal and its export to other parts of the world. 2 This program is designed to help upgrade 13 power plants in 10 states to extend their lifetimes, restart a coal plant in Maryland, and support the c  more
Jackson College Launches 2 Blockchain Certificate Offerings
JACKSON, Michigan, June 16 -- Jackson College issued the following news: * * * College launches 2 blockchain certificate offerings This fall, Jackson College will become the first college in the region to offer accredited courses and certificates in blockchain technology. The new programs reflect the growing importance of blockchain in today's workforce and provide students with opportunities to develop skills in one of the fastest-growing technology sectors. Blockchain is a type of digital   more
Johns Hopkins Study Explores U.S. Conservatives' Relationship With Democracy
BALTIMORE, Maryland, June 16 (TNSrpt) -- Johns Hopkins University issued the following news: * * * Johns Hopkins study explores U.S. conservatives' relationship with democracy Right-leaning Americans are aiming to restore democracy's founding values, not undermine them, according to ethnographic data gathered by the SNF Agora Institute and collaborators Doug Donovan U.S. conservatives believe American democracy has abandoned its founding values and perceive their challenges to traditional g  more
Marcus & Millichap Announces Sale of 10-Suite Retail Strip Property in Cedar Springs, Michigan
ENCINO, California, June 16 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release on June 15, 2026: * * * Marcus & Millichap Announces Sale of 10-Suite Retail Strip Property in Cedar Springs, Michigan CEDAR SPRINGS, Mich. - Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of Cedar Springs Retail Center, a 10-suite strip center in Cedar Springs, Michigan. "  more
Meet Dr. Robert Winn: A Story of Hope and His Journey to Fox Chase
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, June 15 [Category: Health Care] -- The Fox Chase Cancer Center, a part of Temple University Health System, posted the following news: * * * Meet Dr. Robert Winn: A Story of Hope and His Journey to Fox Chase * How would you describe your personal story and how you got here today? I always tell people that my story is one of hope. And the reason I say that is because I was not meant to be a doctor, and I certainly was not meant to be a scientist. I am the product   more
Mich. Democratic Party Congratulates UAW Local 2093 on Ratification of New Contract
LANSING, Michigan, June 16 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following statement on June 15, 2026: * * * MDP Congratulates UAW Local 2093 on the Ratification of a New Contract Today, amid news that the members of UAW Local 2093 at American Axle voted to ratify a new contract, Michigan Democratic Party Chair Curtis Hertel released the following statement: "The Michigan Democratic Party congratulates the members of UAW Local 2093 on their successful efforts to secure a new, strong co  more
Mich. Democratic Party: MAGA Primary Chaos - New Polling Shows Toss-Up GOP Race for Governor
LANSING, Michigan, June 16 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on June 15, 2026: * * * MAGA Primary Chaos: New Polling Shows Toss-Up GOP Race for Governor With 50 days to go until the August 4th primary, new polling from Mitchell Research and Communications shows a wide-open, three-way race between two-time statewide loser John James, self-funder Perry Johnson, and 2010 failed gubernatorial candidate Mike Cox. The new Mitchell polling has James at 28%, Cox at   more
Mich. Treasury Dept.: Individual Income Tax Hits Processing Milestone at 95%
LANSING, Michigan, June 16 -- The Michigan Department of Treasury issued the following news on June 15, 2026: * * * Treasury: Individual Income Tax Hits Processing Milestone at 95% Average Refund for 2026 Tax Season was Nearly $900, Tax Professional and Tax Preparer Feedback Helps Systems Improve - The Michigan Department of Treasury today announced that 95% of individual income tax returns have been completed for the filing season, representing a key milestone for the tax filing season tha  more
Michigan Medicine: Emergency EEG Study Suggests Need for Faster Seizure Diagnosis and Care Options
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, June 16 (TNSjou) -- Michigan Medicine, the academic medical center of the University of Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Emergency EEG study suggests need for faster seizure diagnosis and care options More research is needed on best care for emergency department patients without convulsions, but with altered mental states that could be a long-lasting seizure - Hospital emergency department teams often have to figure out what's going on with patients wi  more
Michigan State Athletics, MSUFCU announce jersey patch sponsorship
EAST LANSING, Michigan, June 15 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Michigan State Athletics, MSUFCU announce jersey patch sponsorship * Michigan State Athletics and MSUFCU have announced a groundbreaking 10-year jersey patch sponsorship, further strengthening a dynamic partnership that is interwoven between the two organizations. As part of the agreement, Michigan State will wear an MSUFCU logo jersey patch for all 23 Spartan men's and women's teams, marking the   more
Michigan Technological University Issues Q&A with Distinguished Teaching Award Winner Sieders
HOUGHTON, Michigan, June 16 -- Michigan Technological University issued the following Q&A involving Laura Sieders, assistant teaching professor in accounting and director of the Master of Science in Accounting program: * * * Q&A with Distinguished Teaching Award Winner Laura Sieders * Laura Sieders is the recipient of Michigan Technological University's 2026 Distinguished Teaching Award in the category for assistant professors/teaching professors. Laura Sieders is an assistant teaching pro  more
Michigan Technological University Issues Q&A with Teaching Award Winner Fredin
HOUGHTON, Michigan, June 16 -- Michigan Technological University issued the following Q&A involving Zack Fredin, associate professor of civil engineering: * * * Q&A with Teaching Award Winner Zack Fredin * Zack Fredin is the recipient of Michigan Technological University's 2026 Distinguished Teaching Award in the category for associate professors/teaching professors, professors/teaching professors, and professors of practice. Associate Teaching Professor Zack Fredin has been with Michigan   more
Moolenaar Cosponsors Bipartisan Tibet Atrocities Determination Act
WASHINGTON, June 16 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release: * * * Moolenaar Cosponsors Bipartisan Tibet Atrocities Determination Act Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) of the Select Committee on China has cosponsored the Tibet Atrocities Determination Act recently introduced by Congressman Chris Smith (R-NJ), and Select Committee member Congressman T  more
No Labels Issues Commentary: Locked Out of Democracy
WASHINGTON, June 16 -- No Labels, a political organization that advocates for centrism and bipartisanship, issued the following commentary on June 15, 2026, by senior policy analyst Peyton Lofton: * * * Locked Out of Democracy With fewer competitive House races and a new redistricting arms race underway, voters need more choices - not fewer. - According to the Cook Political Report, only 35 of this year's 435 House races are considered competitive. In the other 400, the general election is   more
Northwood University Names Andrew Johnson to Lead Internationalization Efforts
MIDLAND, Michigan, June 15 -- Northwood University posted the following news: * * * Northwood University Names Andrew Johnson to Lead Internationalization Efforts * New Executive Director of International Business Development Begins Role on June 15 Northwood University is pleased to announce Andrew Johnson has been named Executive Director of International Business Development, a new leadership role supporting the university's global student engagement, international enrollment growth, and  more
Private Mobile Home Water Services Provider, President Plead to Falsifying Water Safety, Discharge Tests
LANSING, Michigan, June 15 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * Private Mobile Home Water Services Provider, President Plead to Falsifying Water Safety, Discharge Tests * LANSING - On Friday, Douglas Environmental and its president, Brian Powell, 57, of Brighton, pled to falsifying water safety and water discharge tests for private water systems serving mobile home communities across the state, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. Doug  more
Progress Michigan: Matt Hall's Threat to State Budget Will Harm Students and Educators
LANSING, Michigan, June 16 -- Progress Michigan, an organization that says it holds public officials and government accountable and assist in the promotion of progressive ideas, issued the following statement on June 15, 2026: * * * Matt Hall's Threat to State Budget Will Harm Students and Educators Michigan Republican House Speaker Matt Hall is playing games with the state budget for the second year in a row. Last week, Hall suggested passing a temporary budget that would approve funding for  more
Roswell Park Recognized by National Foundation for Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Efforts
BUFFALO, New York, June 15 [Category: BizHospital] -- The Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center posted the following news release: * * * Roswell Park Recognized by National Foundation for Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Efforts * BUFFALO, N.Y. -Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center today welcomed representatives from the Prevent Cancer Foundation's Congressional Families(r) Program, along with U.S. Representatives Tim Kennedy and Jim McGovern and a representative of the Seneca   more
Save Quartz Jobs Coalition Urges to Reject Quartz Tariffs, Warning of Widespread Job Losses and Higher Housing Costs
WASHINGTON, June 16 -- The Save Quartz Jobs Coalition has submitted a rebuttal to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative concerning potential safeguard measures on quartz surface products. The coalition is urging the U.S. Trade Policy Staff Committee and the President to reject trade-restrictive remedies, cautioning that such measures would inflict widespread harm on the broader U.S. quartz industry, particularly fabricators and downstream businesses across the country. The letter contends  more
Students team up with Lansing libraries for summer reading challenge
EAST LANSING, Michigan, June 15 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Students team up with Lansing libraries for summer reading challenge * As readers across the Ingham County area take part in the Capital Area District Libraries' Summer Reading Challenge, Michigan State University students are helping guide the way -one graphic novel at a time. During the spring 2026 semester, students in the Readings in Graphic Narratives (ENG 325) course taught by Julian C. Chamb  more
UAW Local 2093 Members Ratify New Contract with $30 by 2030 at American Axle
DETROIT, Michigan, June 15 [Category: Union] -- The United Automobile Workers posted the following news: * * * UAW Local 2093 Members Ratify New Contract with $30 by 2030 at American Axle * On Sunday, UAW Local 2093 members at American Axle/Dauch Corporation voted 80% in favor of ratifying a new contract with the company. The deal secures the workers' demand of $30 per hour by 2030 - a more than 36% increase to the top wage rate over four years - among other major contract gains at the Tier   more
UAW'S 39th Constitutional Convention Kicks Off in Detroit, Michigan
DETROIT, Michigan, June 15 [Category: Union] -- The United Automobile Workers posted the following news: * * * UAW'S 39th Constitutional Convention Kicks Off in Detroit, Michigan * Nearly 900 delegates convened in Detroit on Monday for the start of the UAW's 39th Constitutional Convention as our union charts the path forward for the next four years. The theme of this year's convention, "Our Generation's Defining Moment", highlights the importance of our fight to win on our four core issues  more
University of Michigan: Can North America Mine Enough Rare Earth Elements?
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, June 16 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Can North America mine enough rare earth elements? In the quest to create a robust supply chain of rare earth elements necessary for the clean energy revolution and everyday modern conveniences, North America has enough deposits of sufficient quality to begin looking in its own backyard, according to a University of Michigan study. Rare earth elements are critical components of many products   more
University of Michigan: Revealing How and When a Black Hole's Mighty Winds Can Squash Star Formation
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, June 16 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Revealing how and when a black hole's mighty winds can squash star formation Thanks to the X-Ray Imaging and Spectroscopy Mission, or XRISM, University of Michigan researchers are helping chip away at one of astronomy's cosmic mysteries: The universe's most massive galaxies appear to be missing stars. Compared with theoretical expectations, these galaxies contain less stellar mass than anticipated, su  more
University of Michigan: Science Gets Personal - Family Stories Drive STEM Actions, Reimagine Just Futures
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, June 16 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Science gets personal: Family stories drive STEM actions, reimagine just futures DEARBORN--The room fills with lots of hum as parents arrive and students wrap up presentations for the FamJam program family night at Stout Middle School in Dearborn. A group moves between desks cutting cardstock, styrofoam and string. Some of them are drawing and coloring climate change maps. Others build a water system   more
University of Michigan: You Just Ate That Planet, Didn't You?
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, June 16 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * You just ate that planet, didn't you? Astronomers have discovered a star with an unusually high concentration of lithium, a sign that it may have recently consumed a planet - A team of astronomers, led by Brooke Kotten of the University of Michigan, has shown that TOI-5882--a sun-like star located some 1,300 light-years away--has likely eaten one of its planets. Although a star might seem l  more
USDA Approves Emergency Conservation and Emergency Forest Restoration Assistance for 1 County in Michigan
WASHINGTON, June 15 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency issued the following news release: * * * USDA Approves Emergency Conservation and Emergency Forest Restoration Assistance for 1 County in Michigan * Michigan (East Lansing, Michigan, June 15, 2026) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) in Michigan is accepting applications for the Emergency Conservation Program (ECP) and Emergency Forest Restoration Program (EFRP) to address damage  more
Walberg Honors Jackson County Veteran
WASHINGTON, June 15 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Walberg Honors Jackson County Veteran * Today, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) recognized James Ducey of Grass Lake as the Veteran of the Month for June. The Congressman presented James with the Congressional Record (link is external) containing his remarks honoring James' service and dedication to our country. James enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1966, serving proudly in the 341st Civ  more