Tuesday - September 8, 2026

Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Michigan

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NEW POLL: Dead Heat in MI-10 as Christina Hines Gains Momentum
WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * NEW POLL: Dead Heat in MI-10 as Christina Hines Gains Momentum * New polling out of Michigan's 10th district finds Christina Hines is neck and neck with political insider Mike Bouchard Junior. MI-10 voted for Trump three times, but the poll found that Trump was 10 points underwater in the district. This poll also comes on the heels of non-partisan race rater Cook Political Repor  more
100 Years of Impact: The Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics Program
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 31 -- Michigan State University College of Natural Science posted the following news: * * * 100 Years of Impact: The Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics Program * This fall, the Biomedical Laboratory Diagnostics Program at Michigan State University celebrates 100 years of preparing Spartans to make a difference. Over the past century, students, faculty, staff, and alumni have built a legacy that extends well beyond the laboratory. #A New Profession Takes Shape By  more
A Lifelong Learner Comes Home to Lead CALL
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, Aug. 31 -- Calvin University posted the following news: * * * A Lifelong Learner Comes Home to Lead CALL * For Erin Reynolds, learning has never been limited to a classroom or to a particular stage of life. A 1988 Calvin graduate, Reynolds' career spans hospital communications, corporate consulting, higher education, organizational development, teaching, and more. Now, she has returned to her alma mater as the new program manager of the Calvin Academy for Lifelong L  more
AFL-CIO President: Working People Are Hurting, Don't See Politicians Showing Up for Them
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The AFL-CIO issued the following news release: * * * AFL-CIO President: Working People Are Hurting, Don't See Politicians Showing Up for Them The annual 'State of the Unions' address premiered new polling showing union trust higher than either political party ahead of the midterm elections Video of Speech (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z8QKSUxQxtw) - Ahead of Labor Day, AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler warned about workers' struggles with high costs and detailed the la  more
AG Nessel Congratulates Department Staff Receiving Recognition for Contributions to Michigan
LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 31 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * AG Nessel Congratulates Department Staff Receiving Recognition for Contributions to Michigan * LANSING - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is congratulating outstanding Department of Attorney General staff recently recognized for their contributions to the State of Michigan. "I am incredibly proud of these dedicated and talented attorneys," said Attorney General Nessel. "They are  more
AG Nessel Urges Consumers to Be Aware of Warning Signs on Child Identity Theft Awareness Day
LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * AG Nessel Urges Consumers to Be Aware of Warning Signs on Child Identity Theft Awareness Day * LANSING - In recognition of National Child Identity Theft Awareness Day, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is reissuing her consumer alerts on identity theft protection and warning signs. Identity theft occurs when someone uses another person's personal information, such as Social Securi  more
Alumni Spotlight: Kayla Young
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * Alumni Spotlight: Kayla Young * Kayla Young, recently graduated from Michigan State University's School of Packaging in May 2026. Passionate about innovation, Young developed PackAI, an AI-driven packaging software that allows users to visualize pallet and stacking configurations for products. Initially geared towards the automotive industry, PackAI also   more
American Center for Law & Justice Issues Commentary: Whistleblower Just Exposed AG Letitia James' Cover-up
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following commentary: * * * Whistleblower Just Exposed AG Letitia James' Cover-up A whistleblower inside New York Attorney General Letitia James' office sent out a shocking email to more than 2,000 colleagues saying that he had been instructed "to find and pursue crimes committed by specific individuals and organizations affiliated with Donald Trump," even if lacking "a credible reason for targeting this organizations a  more
Another out-of-state man heads to federal prison after cross-country narcotics deal
HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 31 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas posted the following news release: * * * Another out-of-state man heads to federal prison after cross-country narcotics deal * McALLEN, Texas - A 52-year-old Michigan man has been ordered to federal prison for possession with the intent to distribute 14 kilograms of cocaine. Jose Taurus Burks pleaded guilty March 31, 2025. U.S. District Judge Drew B. Tipton has ordered Burks to serve 120 months in  more
Attorney General Bonta Slams EPA's Proposed Rule to Weaken Regulation of Heavy-Duty Vehicle Pollution
SACRAMENTO, California, Aug. 31 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Slams EPA's Proposed Rule to Weaken Regulation of Heavy-Duty Vehicle Pollution * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) led a multistate comment letter opposing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposal to loosen regulations that control the emissions of smog-forming nitrogen oxides (NOx)  more
Automotive Leaders to Convene at Northwood University for CAMS Industry Summit
MIDLAND, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Northwood University posted the following news: * * * Automotive Leaders to Convene at Northwood University for CAMS Industry Summit * Sept. 18 CAMS Industry Summit to feature prominent automotive entrepreneur Jim Koons ahead of a sod-turning dedication for new academic hall and conference center and the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the 63rd Northwood University International Auto Show. Automotive and mobility leaders will convene at Northwood University on Sept  more
Barrett Helps Introduce Bipartisan Bill To Protect Patients From AI Insurance Denials
WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Barrett Helps Introduce Bipartisan Bill To Protect Patients From AI Insurance Denials * Washington, D.C. -Today, Congressmen Tom Barrett (MI-07), Greg Landsman (OH-01), Buddy Carter (GA-01), and Kim Schrier (WA-08) introduced the bipartisan Doctors Not AI Act to ensure that artificial intelligence cannot make or dictate health insurance coverage decisions involving medical judgment. The bill would r  more
C-SPAN -- ONLY TV NETWORK TO CARRY THE FIRST-EVER REPUBLICAN MIDTERM CONVENTION -- IN ITS ENTIRETY
WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- C-SPAN, a public affairs network providing Americans with unfiltered access to congressional proceedings, issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * C-SPAN -- ONLY TV NETWORK TO CARRY THE FIRST-EVER REPUBLICAN MIDTERM CONVENTION -- IN ITS ENTIRETY WATCH IT ON C-SPAN -- WHILE C-SPAN2 FOLLOWS DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATES ON THE CAMPAIGN TRAIL EVERY MINUTE. EVERY SPEECH. NO COMMERCIALS. NO PUNDITRY TALKING OVER THE PROGRAM. - C-SPAN will provide the only complet  more
CAIR Supports Indiana Restaurant Manager's Decision to Protect Muslim Employee From Alleged Anti-Muslim Comments
WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release: * * * CAIR Supports Indiana Restaurant Manager's Decision to Protect Muslim Employee from Alleged Anti-Muslim Comments The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today expressed support for an Indiana restaurant manager who reportedly stood up for a young Muslim employee after a customer allegedly made anti-Muslim commen  more
CAIR Welcomes Indictment of Suspect Allegedly Tied to White Supremacist Terror Attack on Islamic Center of San Diego
WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * CAIR Welcomes Indictment of Suspect Allegedly Tied to White Supremacist Terror Attack on Islamic Center of San Diego The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today welcomed the reported indictment of a Winston-Salem, N.C., teen allegedly connected to the May 2026 white supremacist terror attack o  more
Case Western Reserve: Dual Perspective - 3L's Path Through Health Law and Social Work
CLEVELAND, Ohio, Sept. 2 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news: * * * A dual perspective: a 3L's path through health law and social work By pairing a JD with a MSW, Noah Perrin blends hands-on social work, health law scholarship and state agency experience to advocate for underserved populations. Story by: Lauren Marchaza Noah Perrin's academic journey consists of two intertwining paths: law and mental healthcare. Since the day he graduated from Eastern Michigan Unive  more
Clark Hill: DHS Signals Increased Scrutiny of Curricular Practical Training Programs
BIRMINGHAM, Michigan, Sept. 2 -- Clark Hill, a law firm, issued the following legal update: * * * DHS Signals Increased Scrutiny of Curricular Practical Training (CPT) Programs SEVP Issues New Guidance Reinforcing Narrow Interpretation of CPT Eligibility On August 24, 2026, the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) issued new guidance to Designated School Officials (DSOs) regarding the administration of Curricular Practical Training (CPT). The guidance follows a prior SEVP broadcast wa  more
Clark Hill: FDIC Looks to Establish Standards-Setting Body for Bank-Third Party Partnerships
BIRMINGHAM, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Clark Hill, a law firm, issued the following legal update: * * * The FDIC Looks to Establish Standards-Setting Body for Bank-Third Party Partnerships Authors: Joann Needleman , Aryeh D. Derman , Daniel Prieve The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is looking to create an independent standards-setting body to help certify whether bank service providers and vendors meet federal regulatory guidelines for third-party risk management. The entity would li  more
College of Charleston Welcomes New Faculty
CHARLESTON, South Carolina, Sept. 1 -- The College of Charleston issued the following news: * * * College of Charleston Welcomes New Faculty The College is excited to introduce its new faculty members! Alicia Lutz The College of Charleston is proud to welcome its newest faculty members. With a diversity of expertise in a variety of disciplines, they come excited and ready to teach, mentor and inspire students across campus. Over the fall 2026 semester, The College Today will introduce the  more
Community Voice: John Dilland
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * Community Voice: John Dilland * For decades, John Dilland has been a leader in Michigan's dairy industry and a dedicated supporter of dairy programs at Michigan State University's College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR). Raised on a farm in North Dakota, Dilland developed an early interest in agriculture. He earned a bachelor's degree in anim  more
CONGRESSMAN JOE MORELLE LEADS LEGISLATION TO STOP TRUMP FROM RENAMING LAKE ONTARIO
WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. Joseph Morelle, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * CONGRESSMAN JOE MORELLE LEADS LEGISLATION TO STOP TRUMP FROM RENAMING LAKE ONTARIO * (Washington, D.C.)-Today, Congressman Joe Morelle introduced the Hands Off Our Great Lakes Act, legislation to stop President Donald Trump's attempt to rename Lake Ontario and protect the historic names of all five Great Lakes. The legislation, co-led by Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D, MI-06) and Congressman T  more
Davenport reimagines how students connect with lifetime career development
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Davenport University posted the following news: * * * Davenport reimagines how students connect with lifetime career development * Davenport University is expanding its approach to career services. The unit is changing its name and focus to create more opportunities for students to explore their goals, develop professional skills and connect with employers earlier in their college experience. The university's Career Services department is now the Office of  more
Davenport University helps nurse advance from caregiving to leadership
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, Aug. 31 -- Davenport University posted the following news: * * * Davenport University helps nurse advance from caregiving to leadership * For Robin Ojo, continuing her education has always had to fit alongside a full life. Ojo was raising three children and working full-time at Porter Hills Village Senior Living when she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Davenport University in 2018. Davenport's online program gave her the flexibility to continue working  more
Del. A.G. Jennings Sues to Stop Trump Administration From Cutting Family Planning Funding
DOVER, Delaware, Sept. 1 -- Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * AG Jennings sues to stop Trump Administration from cutting family planning funding Attorney General Kathy Jennings has announced that she, as part of a coalition of 23 other states, has sued to block new federal policy that threatens to strip federal family planning funding from states and providers unless they meet a variety of unlawful conditions. The lawsuit, file  more
Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee: In the States - GOP Affordability Crisis Spikes Costs Across Key Senate Battleground States
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * IN THE STATES: GOP Affordability Crisis Spikes Costs Across Key Senate Battleground States Republican Senate candidates have all lined up behind a toxic agenda that includes price-spiking tariffs and a costly war that are forcing families to pay more for everyday essentials - In key Senate battleground states, voters are feeling financial pain from the toxic, price-s  more
Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee: What They're Saying - Republicans in "Serious Trouble," Bracing for "Historic Losses" as GOP Senate Map Collapses Amid "Grim Political Environment"
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * WHAT THEY'RE SAYING: Republicans in "Serious Trouble," Bracing for "Historic Losses" as GOP Senate Map Collapses Amid "Grim Political Environment" With just over two months until the midterm elections, Senate Republicans are "trailing" in major battleground races, "looking at historic losses" akin to 2006 - when "voters upset with corruption, the price at the pump and   more
Dingell, Colleagues Introduce Bill Prohibiting Any Administration from Renaming Great Lakes
WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Dingell, Colleagues Introduce Bill Prohibiting Any Administration from Renaming Great Lakes * U.S. Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06), Tim Kennedy (D-NY-26), and Joe Morelle (D-NY-25) introduced legislation to stop the Trump Administration from unilaterally renaming Lake Ontario and protect the official names of all five Great Lakes. The Hands Off Our Great Lakes Act was introduced in respo  more
Dingell, Colleagues Urge Trump to Recognize Importance of the U.S.-Canada Relationship
WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Dingell, Colleagues Urge Trump to Recognize Importance of the U.S.-Canada Relationship * U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) and 87 of her House colleagues are urging President Trump to change his administration's diplomatic approach with Canada and recognize the importance of the U.S.-Canada relationship. The effort follows further fraying in the two country's relations amid President T  more
Dr. Sandeep Prasada publishes Conceptual Form: The Hidden Structure of ...
NEW YORK, Aug. 31 -- Hunter College, a constituent college of the City University of New York, posted the following news: * * * Dr. Sandeep Prasada publishes Conceptual Form: The Hidden Structure of... * Dr. Sandeep Prasada has just published Conceptual Form: The Hidden Structure of Commonsense Concepts with MIT Press. "This groundbreaking work is essential reading for anyone interested in concepts, language, or distinctively human forms of thought." Eric Margolis, Professor of Philosophy,  more
Eastern equine encephalitis
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 31 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * Eastern equine encephalitis * The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) requires reporting of (EEE) within seven days. Each year, there are cases of EEE reported in Michigan. This serves as a reminder for horse owners/caretakers to take precautions to protect themselves as well as the horses they care for. Facts about EEE *   more
FCC Wireline Competition Bureau Issues Public Notice: Streamlined Resolution of Requests Related to Actions by the Universal Service Administrative
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The Federal Communications Commission's Wireline Competition Bureau issued the following public notice (AU Docket No. 20-34; CC Docket No. 02-6; WC Docket Nos. 10-90, 19-126, 25-127, 25-187, 02-60): * * * Pursuant to our procedure for resolving requests for review, requests for waiver, and petitions for reconsideration of decisions related to actions taken by the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) that are consistent with precedent (collectively, Requests),   more
Fed Governor Barr Issues Remarks at Second-Chance Lending Forum Entitled "Developing Evidence-Based Policy on Creditworthiness and Criminal History"
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The Federal Reserve issued the following remarks on Sept. 1, 2026, by Governor Michael S. Barr at the Second-Chance Lending Forum entitled "Developing Evidence-Based Policy on Creditworthiness and Criminal History": * * * Unlocking Opportunities for Workers and Entrepreneurs with a Criminal Record Thank you to the organizers of this important event for the opportunity to be part of it./1 This conference sits at the intersection of several policy issues that are central,  more
Federal Register: HHS Awards $1M Cooperative Agreement to Spaulding for Children to Support Foster/Adoptive Parent Program
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Announcement of the Intent To Award a Single-Source Cooperative Agreement to Spaulding for Children for the National Training and Development Curriculum for Foster/Adoptive Parents (NTDC) in Southfield, Michigan The ACF, CB announces the intent to award a single-source cooperative agreement in the amount of up to $1  more
Federal Register: Labor Dept. Issues Information Collection Notice on Labor Surplus Area Classification
WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 (TNSinfo) -- The U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration issued the following information collection: * * * The purpose of this notice is to announce the annual Labor Surplus Area (LSA) list for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027. The Department of Labor (DOL)'s regulations implementing Executive Orders 12073 and 10582 are set forth at 20 CFR part 654, subpart A. These regulations require the DOL's Employment and Training Administration (ETA) to classify jurisdi  more
FFRF Contacts Pentagon Over Its Christianizing of History Curriculum
MADISON, Wisconsin, Sept. 1 -- The Freedom From Religion Foundation issued the following news release: * * * FFRF contacts Pentagon over its Christianizing of history curriculum A new history curriculum for the federal school system serving military families appears designed to promote Christianity while presenting Islam as a threat to Western civilization. The Freedom From Religion Foundation has written a letter to the Department of War Education Activity Director Paul Craft that expresses  more
Foundation for Economic Education Posts Commentary Entitled 'Treading on the Market'
DETROIT, Michigan, Sept. 2 -- The Foundation for Economic Education posted the following commentary by Ninos P. Malek, economics professor at De Anza College in Cupertino, California: * * * Treading on the Market If efficient tires save Californians money, why mandate them? - On August 17, the California Energy Commission (CEC) approved the nation's first energy-efficiency standards for replacement tires. Beginning in 2029, replacement tires sold for passenger vehicles and light-duty trucks  more
Full Transcript: POLITICO Playbook Co-authors Adam Wren and Will Steakin on "The Conversation With Dasha Burns"
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 31 -- Politico issued the following transcript of a podcast involving authors Adam Wren and Will Steakin: * * * Full Transcript: POLITICO Playbook co-authors Adam Wren and Will Steakin on "The Conversation with Dasha Burns" This is a full unedited transcript of Dasha's interview with Playbook co-authors Adam Wren and Will Steakin on POLITICO's "The Conversation with Dasha Burns": Adam Wren: That is something that we're seeing on both sides of the aisle; everything   more
Grand Valley State University Issues Q&A: About Having Civil Discussions During Election Season
ALLENDALE, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following Q&A on Aug. 31, 2026, involving Dan Cope, affiliate faculty of interdisciplinary studies: * * * GVSU Expert: A Q&A about having civil discussions during election season By Michele Coffill Dan Cope, affiliate faculty of interdisciplinary studies, was named the faculty fellow for the Padnos/Sarosik Center for Civil Discourse. Cope will bring her expertise in civic participation and elections to the two-year posi  more
Grand Valley State University: Melanie Shell-Weiss Shares Vision as New Dean of the Libraries and Art Museum
ALLENDALE, Michigan, Sept. 2 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: * * * Melanie Shell-Weiss shares vision as new Dean of the Libraries and Art Museum By Julianna Schrier Melanie Shell-Weiss has been appointed dean of the Libraries and Art Museum by Provost Jennifer Drake. Having served as interim dean since June 2025, Shell-Weiss has overseen much of the Libraries and Art Museum's future strategic planning process. Shell-Weiss has been at Grand Valley since 2011, wher  more
Grove City College launches Faith & Freedom Press
GROVE CITY, Pennsylvania, Sept. 1 -- The Grove City College issued the following news release: * * * Grove City College launches Faith & Freedom Press * Grove City College is launching Faith & Freedom Press, a publishing imprint dedicated to advancing the College's commitment to Christian faith, conservative values, and the foundations of a free society. Faith & Freedom Press' first title is "Born of Ideas: How Principles, Faith, and Courage Forged America" by alumnus Lawrence W. Reed '75,   more
Henry Ford Health Opposes CMS Proposed Reimbursement Cuts to 340B Drugs and Calls for Policy Reconsideration
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 31, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services United States Department of Health and Human Services P.O Box 8010 Baltimore, MD 21244-8010 Submitted electronically to http://www.regulations.gov Re: Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System Pr  more
Hillsdale College Graduate Student Receives Weaver Fellowship
HILLSDALE, Michigan, Sept. 2 -- Hillsdale College issued the following news release: * * * Hillsdale College Graduate Student Receives Weaver Fellowship Vincent D'Angelo received a $15,000 graduate fellowship from the Intercollegiate Studies Institute. - Hillsdale College graduate student Vincent D'Angelo has received a $15,000 Weaver Fellowship from the Intercollegiate Studies Institute to pursue his doctorate in politics at Hillsdale's Van Andel Graduate School of Statesmanship. Undergrad  more
Hope Announces Next Leadership Retreat for October 4-6
HOLLAND, Michigan, Aug. 31 -- Hope College posted the following news: * * * Hope Announces Next Leadership Retreat for October 4-6 * Hope College's Center for Leadership is hosting its third "Lead With Hope: Authentic Leadership Retreat" October 4-6 at its campus in Holland. Registration is due by Sept. 10\. The leadership retreat agenda is designed for mid- to senior-level leaders, managers and emerging executives across business, healthcare, education, nonprofit or ministry settings. The  more
House Passes Select Committee Legislation to Stop China's Trade Crimes
WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- 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 Aug. 31, 2026: * * * House Passes Select Committee Legislation to Stop China's Trade Crimes Today, the House of Representatives passed bipartisan legislation that will target Chinese companies who abuse our nation's trade laws. The Protecting American Industry and Labor from Internatio  more
Ice Miller Proudly Sponsors Giants: Art From the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys at Newfields
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Sept. 2 -- Ice Miller, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Ice Miller Proudly Sponsors Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys at Newfields A landmark contemporary art exhibition opens at the Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields on September 19, and Ice Miller is honored to help bring it to Indianapolis. Ice Miller LLP is proud to announce its sponsorship of Giants: Art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia   more
ICYMI: As Mike Rogers "Rubber Stamp[s]" Trump's Cost-Raising Agenda, Abdul El-Sayed "Make[s] Economy A Campaign Focus"
LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 2 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * ICYMI: As Mike Rogers "Rubber Stamp[s]" Trump's Cost-Raising Agenda, Abdul El-Sayed "Make[s] Economy A Campaign Focus" Yesterday in Warren, Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate Abdul El-Sayed, state Senator Mallory McMorrow, and UAW members slammed Mike Rogers for being a "rubber stamp" for Trump's cost-raising agenda as he campaigned with JD Vance and declared his support for T  more
ICYMI: General Caine Responds to Slotkin, Assures No Plans to Send Troops to Polls in November, Hegseth Silent
WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: General Caine Responds to Slotkin, Assures No Plans to Send Troops to Polls in November, Hegseth Silent * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the Associated Press reported that General Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, has confirmed in writing that the U.S. military has no plans to deploy federal troops or federalized National Guard members to polling places during the November 2026   more
In Detroit Free Press Op-Ed, Peters Condemns USPS Final Rule Restricting Vote by Mail as Unconstitutional Power Grab
WASHINGTON, Aug. 28 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, ranking member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, issued the following news release: * * * In Detroit Free Press Op-Ed, Peters Condemns USPS Final Rule Restricting Vote by Mail as Unconstitutional Power Grab In an op-ed published in the Detroit Free Press, U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D-MI), Ranking Member of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, condemned the United States Postal Ser  more
Indiana University Media School: 10 New Faculty Join The Media School
BLOOMINGTON, Indiana, Sept. 1 -- Indiana University Media School issued the following news: * * * 10 new faculty join The Media School The Media School is pleased to welcome 10 new faculty this semester, whose backgrounds span journalism, sports media, audio storytelling, film, game design, advertising, and emerging media technologies. Their experience ranges from decades in newsrooms, broadcast production, and independent media to research and teaching focused on artificial intelligence, ana  more
Investing in Michigan's dairy future: Brian Troyer
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 31 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * Investing in Michigan's dairy future: Brian Troyer * For Brian Troyer, supporting MSU's new Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center wasn't simply a philanthropic decision. It was an investment in an institution that has shaped his career and connection to Michigan's dairy industry. A two-time College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR) graduate  more
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology: Researchers Call for Homegrown AI to Address Africa's Unique Challenges
JUJA, Kenya, Sept. 1 -- Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology issued the following news: * * * Researchers Call for Homegrown AI to Address Africa's Unique Challenges African researchers need to develop artificial intelligence systems grounded in the continent's languages, data and realities if the technology is to deliver meaningful solutions to its most pressing challenges, experts have said. The call was made during a five-day Artificial Intelligence Summer School held at  more
KBS LTAR releases monthly crop photo timeline to track changes in five-crop rotation
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 31 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * KBS LTAR releases monthly crop photo timeline to track changes in five-crop rotation * The Kellogg Biological Station's Long-Term Agroecosystem Research (KBS LTAR) team recently published a photo timeline that visually compares the two cropping systems in the Aspirational Cropping Systems Experiment (ACSE) throughout the 2025 growing season. This resourc  more
Kennedy, Dingell, Morelle Introduce Hands Off Our Great Lakes Act to Block Trump's Attempt to Rename Lake Ontario
WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. Timothy M. Kennedy, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Kennedy, Dingell, Morelle Introduce Hands Off Our Great Lakes Act to Block Trump's Attempt to Rename Lake Ontario * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26), alongside Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) and Congressman Joe Morelle (NY-25), introduced the Hands Off Our Great Lakes Act, legislation to block President Trump's attempt to rename Lake Ontario as "Lake America" and  more
Krishnamoorthi Renews Demand for Answers from Trump DOJ as Republican Officials Raise Alarm Over "Aggressive" Election Monitors
WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Krishnamoorthi Renews Demand for Answers from Trump DOJ as Republican Officials Raise Alarm Over "Aggressive" Election Monitors * WASHINGTON -Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), a senior member of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, today renewed his demand for answers from Attorney General Todd Blanche as Republican officials in Wyoming raised alarms over the conduct  more
Md. A.G. Brown Opposes EPA's Proposed Rule to Weaken Regulation of Heavy-Duty Vehicle Pollution
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Sept. 2 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Opposes EPA's Proposed Rule to Weaken Regulation of Heavy-Duty Vehicle Pollution Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined a multistate comment letter opposing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposal to loosen regulations that control the emissions of smog-forming nitrogen oxides (NOx) from semi-trucks and other heavy-duty  more
Mich. Democratic Party: Abdul El-Sayed, Mallory McMorrow, and Local Leaders Slam Mike Rogers for Siding With Trump Over Michigan
LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 2 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Abdul El-Sayed, Mallory McMorrow, and Local Leaders Slam Mike Rogers for Siding With Trump Over Michigan WARREN -- As GOP Senate candidate Mike Rogers campaigns with JD Vance, the Michigan Democratic Party held a press conference today with Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, state Senator Mallory McMorrow, and UAW Region 1 to call out Rogers for advancing Trump  more
Mich. Democratic Party: JD Vance Comes to Michigan to Lie
LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 2 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following statement on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * JD Vance Comes to Michigan to Lie Today, JD Vance visited Macomb County to lie about the abysmal record of Donald Trump and Michigan Republicans. In response, Michigan Democratic Party Chair Curtis Hertel released the following statement: "Donald Trump promised lower costs on day one. Instead, Michigan families are paying more for everything. Why? Because instead of keeping thei  more
Mich. Democratic Party: Like James, Jay DeBoyer Backs Cuts to Medicaid and Food Assistance
LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 2 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * Like James, Jay DeBoyer Backs Cuts to Medicaid and Food Assistance Two-time statewide loser John James' running mate, pedophile protector Jay DeBoyer, is backing cuts to Medicaid and food assistance--just like James, who voted to cut Medicaid. Just five days after being named James' running mate, DeBoyer endorsed cuts to Medicaid and food assistance during an event in Kalama  more
Mich. Democratic Party: Shot/Chaser - Mike Rogers Doubles Down on Trump's Reckless Tariffs; Canada Trade War That "Hit[s] Michigan Manufacturing"
LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 2 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * SHOT/CHASER: Mike Rogers Doubles Down on Trump's Reckless Tariffs; Canada Trade War That "Hit[s] Michigan Manufacturing" Ahead of his campaign event with JD Vance, Mike Rogers doubled down on supporting Trump's reckless trade war with Canada, which will raise costs and kill jobs in Michigan: * SHOT: Rogers justified Trump's latest trade war with Michigan's largest trading par  more
Mich. Health & Human Services Dept. Expands Get Ahead of Lead Initiative to All Eligible Households
LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services issued the following news release: * * * MDHHS expands Get Ahead of Lead initiative to all eligible Michigan households Residents in all communities who meet criteria can get free lead-reducing water filters - The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has expanded efforts to help reduce lead exposure to all eligible Michigan families through the Get Ahead of Lead initiative. Now being offe  more
Michigan Democrats Formally Nominate Historic Ticket for November
LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 29 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release: * * * Michigan Democrats Formally Nominate Historic Ticket for November Today, the Michigan Democratic Party hosted its 2026 State Nominating Convention during which it formally nominated candidates up and down the ticket for the November General Election. "Today, Michigan Democrats formally nominated a strong slate of nominees who will lower costs and stand up to Republicans' corruption," said Mic  more
Michigan Medicine: C.S. Mott Children's Hospital First in Country to Implant Expandable Heart Valve During FDA Review Phase
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Michigan Medicine, the academic medical center of the University of Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * C.S. Mott Children's Hospital first in country to implant expandable heart valve during FDA review phase 6-year-old child from Michigan first to receive Edwards Lifesciences-produced Autus Valve as the device moves closer to commercial approval - University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children's Hospital is the first hospital in the country   more
Michigan National Guard Trains Mission-Ready Pilots Over Lake Huron
WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news: * * * Michigan National Guard Trains Mission-Ready Pilots Over Lake Huron * Off the coast of Lake Huron, the Michigan National Guard tested visiting aviation units' ability to operate in littoral and maritime domains during Exercise Northern Strike 26-2, Aug. 3-14. By deliberately acquiring various watercraft, including the recently added Mark VI patrol boat, Michigan's maritime capabilities challenged visiting uni  more
More than a residency: SOLHOT 60+ creates space for art and sisterhood
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 31 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * More than a residency: SOLHOT 60+ creates space for art and sisterhood * When Sharon Simeon helped create a glass vessel at the Flint Institute of Arts, the other SOLHOT 60+ artists gathered around to watch and support her. They cheered as the hot glass expanded, held their breath when the piece nearly fell and applauded when it was complete. "The women were so supportive. When it was over, they ap  more
Mott Foundation launches second round of Youth Choice Awards
FLINT, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- The Charles Stewart Mott Foundation posted the following news: * * * Mott Foundation launches second round of Youth Choice Awards * Flint, Michigan - The second round of the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Youth Choice Awards is open for applications. The Mott Foundation launched the Youth Choice Awards earlier this year as part of its ongoing centennial celebration. The awards offer young people in Flint the opportunity to compete for and award 100 grants of $1,  more
MSU Extension zoning program earns national recognition for strengthening local decision-making
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * MSU Extension zoning program earns national recognition for strengthening local decision-making * Across Michigan, zoning administrators help guide local land-use decisions, review development proposals, and enforce ordinances that shape how communities grow. Despite the importance of these positions, many enter the role with little formal training. For   more
MSU global biotechnology symposium highlights power of partnerships, innovation, capacity building to address challenges
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * MSU global biotechnology symposium highlights power of partnerships, innovation, capacity building to address challenges * Feeding a growing global population while adapting to climate change is one of the defining challenges facing agriculture today. Around the world, farmers, researchers and policymakers are searching for ways to produce more food susta  more
MSU Research Foundation's Captive Venture Funds Close 23 Investments
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 2 -- The Michigan State University Research Foundation issued the following news release: * * * MSU Research Foundation's Captive Venture Funds Close 23 Investments (Apr.-Jun. 2026) The MSU Research Foundation backed a diverse range of startups across healthcare, artificial intelligence, fintech, energy, and enterprise software sectors through its Red Cedar Ventures and Michigan Rise investment funds. - The MSU Research Foundation announced 23 new startup inves  more
MSU sculpture students learn metal casting and build creative networks
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * MSU sculpture students learn metal casting and build creative networks * An arts education at Michigan State University goes beyond two dimensions. Students have opportunities to participate in fabrication, metal casting and sculpture experiences with their peers at MSU and around Michigan -all while wearing proper safety gear, of course. MSU Assistant Professor of Sculpture Jamie Weinfurter teache  more
N.J. A.G. Davenport Renews Call for EPA Action on Microplastics
TRENTON, New Jersey, Sept. 2 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * AG Davenport Renews Call for EPA Action on Microplastics Attorney General Jennifer Davenport led a comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) once again urging it to include microplastics on its Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR) 6. The letter follows two prior multistate efforts -- both led by New Jersey -- requesting the i  more
NEA President Princess Moss Begins Term Leading Nation's Largest Labor Union
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The National Education Association issued the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * NEA President Princess Moss begins term leading nation's largest labor union Moss represents nearly 3 million educators and education support professionals from every state and territory - Princess R. Moss begins her term today as president of the National Education Association (NEA), leading the nation's largest labor union and representing nearly 3 million educators and educ  more
New LakeCare initiative expands MSU Extension's shoreline stewardship work in northern Michigan
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * New LakeCare initiative expands MSU Extension's shoreline stewardship work in northern Michigan * Michigan State University Extension is collaborating with state agencies, Tribal Nations and federal conservation partners on LakeCare, a new effort to enhance protection of inland lakes, shorelines and watersheds across Michigan's Upper Peninsula and norther  more
New WinSenate Ad Slams Mike Rogers for Supporting Endless War in Iran
WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 [Category: Political] -- Senate Majority PAC, an organization that works to elect Democratic senators who are committed to an economy that provides opportunity and security for America's working families and who stand up to protect the rights of all Americans, posted the following news release: * * * New WinSenate Ad Slams Mike Rogers for Supporting Endless War in Iran * Today, WinSenate released a $4.5 million ad campaign hitting Mike Rogers for his unfettered support of  more
Next stop: art educator
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Calvin University posted the following news: * * * Next stop: art educator * As Sada Shilton '27 looks ahead to her final year at Calvin University, her path is clear: full-time student teaching in the Grand Rapids area and a future as an art educator. After years of classroom observations, internships, and studio courses, she's stepping into the role she's been preparing for since her first semester on campus. Why Calvin Although Calvin wasn't initially  more
NFHA Leads 79-Organization Coalition Opposing HUD's English-Only Discrimination Complaint Form
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 [Category: Real Estate] -- The National Fair Housing Alliance posted the following news release: * * * NFHA Leads 79-Organization Coalition Opposing HUD's English-Only Discrimination Complaint Form Civil rights, fair housing, consumer, domestic violence, and real estate groups reject redesigned form shutting nine percent of the public out of federal fair housing enforcement - The National Fair Housing Alliance and 78 civil rights, fair housing, consumer, domestic violenc  more
NMU Foundation Board Welcomes Three New Members
MARQUETTE, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Northern Michigan University posted the following news: * * * NMU Foundation Board Welcomes Three New Members * The Northern Michigan University Foundation Board of Directors has welcomed three new members: Elizabeth L. Beck '03 BS of Columbia City, Ind.; John G. Gauthier '03 AB, '07 BS of Wixon, Mich.; and William (Bill) H. Hawker '95 BS of Green Bay, Wis. The three new board members bring expertise in corporate leadership, technology, cybersecurity, business  more
Northwell Appoints Sanjay Saint, MD, MPH, to Lead Internal Medicine
NEW HYDE PARK, New York, Sept. 1 -- Northwell Health issued the following news release: * * * Northwell appoints Sanjay Saint, MD, MPH, to lead internal medicine Dr. Saint will oversee Northwell's Division of Internal General Medicine as well as the Department of Medicine at Long Island Jewish Medical Center and North Shore University Hospital - Northwell Health has appointed renowned patient safety expert Sanjay Saint, MD, MPH, as senior vice president of the health system's internal medic  more
NUHS Celebrates Summer 2026 Graduates in Commencement Ceremony
LOMBARD, Illinois, Sept. 1 -- National University of Health Sciences issued the following news: * * * NUHS Celebrates Summer 2026 Graduates in Commencement Ceremony * National University of Health Sciences (NUHS) honored its Summer 2026 graduating class on Friday, August 21. Graduates received diplomas in biomedical science, advanced clinical practice, acupuncture, chiropractic medicine and naturopathic medicine. The commencement keynote address was delivered by Executive Director of the A  more
Ohio Democratic Party: Trump's Escalating Tariff War Slammed As A Liability For Ohio Republicans Less Than 70 Days Until Election Day
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Aug. 31 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * Trump's Escalating Tariff War Slammed As A Liability For Ohio Republicans Less Than 70 Days Until Election Day * "We're going to feel this now, and we're going to feel it for decades into the future." COLUMBUS, OH - As Trump escalates his trade war with longtime ally Canada, new reporting is emphasizing just how much of a liability Trump's tariffs could be for Ohio Republicans in the final sprint towards E  more
One Team, One Health: How MSU Extension is building a healthier Michigan through connection
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 2 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * One Team, One Health: How MSU Extension is building a healthier Michigan through connection * Excitement was in the air as conversations about public health, agriculture, veterinary medicine, food systems and environmental stewardship filled the room at MSU Extension's inaugural One Team, One Health Extension event on Aug. 28. The gathering brought toget  more
Operation Homefront Welcomes Dr. Mike Witt to National Board of Directors
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Sept. 1 -- Operation Homefront issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Operation Homefront(R) Welcomes Dr. Mike Witt to National Board of Directors Operation Homefront(R), a leading national military nonprofit dedicated to serving America's military and veteran families, today announced the election of Dr. Mike Witt to its national board of directors. Witt is a seasoned C-level executive with more than 28 years of leadership experience in publicly traded   more
Optimizing sheep nutrition: A virtual management series
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 31 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * Optimizing sheep nutrition: A virtual management series * For most livestock operations, feed is usually one of the highest expenses. Controlling feed costs can often mean the difference between profit, breaking even or even losing money. Michigan State University Extension is offering a webinar series focusing on nutritional management of the sheep flock  more
Patent Partner Robert Fergan Joins Dorsey in Chicago
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Sept. 1 -- Dorsey and Whitney, a law firm, issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Patent Partner Robert Fergan Joins Dorsey in Chicago Patent partner Robert Fergan has joined Dorsey & Whitney LLP in Chicago, the international law firm announced today. Drawing on his experience as Division Chief Intellectual Property Counsel at a medical device manufacturer, Robert helps clients maximize the value of their patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade s  more
Reason Foundation Issues Commentary: Depoliticizing Public Employee Pension Plans - Building Robust Legal and Structural Guardrails for Sustainability
LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 2 -- The Reason Foundation issued the following commentary by Rod Crane, senior fellow at the Pension Integrity Project: * * * Depoliticizing public employee pension plans: Building robust legal and structural guardrails for sustainability Many political vulnerabilities that threaten sound design and funding of public pensions can be addressed with apolitical guardrails. - The hard-won public pension reforms of recent years remain vulnerable to constant polit  more
Registration now open for 2026 Michigan Agricultural Credit Conference
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * Registration now open for 2026 Michigan Agricultural Credit Conference * EAST LANSING, Mich. -Registration is now open for the 2026 Michigan Agricultural Credit Conference, scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 27, from 8 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. at the Molecular Plant Sciences Building on Michigan State University's campus. Hosted by the Michigan State University Depart  more
Related Digital, Oracle, Walbridge, Blackstone and Labor Leaders Celebrate One Million Work Hours at The Barn in Saline Township
NEW YORK, Aug. 27 -- The Related Companies L.P. issued the following news release: * * * Related Digital, Oracle, Walbridge, Blackstone and Labor Leaders Celebrate One Million (Union) Work Hours at The Barn in Saline Township More than 1,800 skilled tradespeople are currently building the project, which will support more than 2,500 construction jobs SALINE TOWNSHIP, MI - Related Digital, Oracle, Walbridge, Blackstone and leadership from the National and Michigan skilled trades workforce buil  more
Rep. Tlaib Votes Against Funding Bill
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Michigan, issued the following statement on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * Rep. Tlaib votes against funding bill U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) released the following statement after voting against the Continuing Resolution to fund the Trump administration's war and inhumane deportation agenda: "I refuse to give another dime toward Trump's reckless war and racist mass deportations. While this wannabe dictator claims there's no money for healthcare, food as  more
Rep. Walberg Issues Letter to Eli Coleman Institute for Sexual & Gender Health Director Mark
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 (TNSletter) -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following letter to Eli Coleman Institute for Sexual and Gender Health Director Kristen Mark: * * * Here is the text of the letter: August 28, 2026 Dr. Kristen Mark, PhD, MPH Director Eli Coleman Institute for Sexual and Gender Health 1300 South 2nd Street, Suite 180 Minneapolis, MN 55455 Dear Dr. Mark: The Committee on Education and Workforce (Committee)  more
Republican Attorneys General Association Highlights New Ad Attacking Kris Mayes
WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Republican Attorneys General Association posted the following news: * * * Republican Attorneys General Association Highlights New Ad Attacking Kris Mayes * WASHINGTON, D.C. -The Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA) today highlighted a new Arizona ad taking aim at Democrat Attorney General Kris Mayes' record on public safety. "Kris Mayes is one of the most vulnerable Democrat AGs in the country," said RAGA Executive Director Adam Pi  more
Republican Attorneys General Association Showcases New Ad Supporting Keith Faber for Attorney General
WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Republican Attorneys General Association posted the following news: * * * Republican Attorneys General Association Showcases New Ad Supporting Keith Faber for Attorney General * WASHINGTON, D.C. -The Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA) today showcased a new ad from its affiliated group, Safer Ohio Fund, highlighting Keith Faber's record of fighting fraud, catching criminals, and protecting Ohio taxpayers. "Keith Faber has spent hi  more
Rx Kids expands, bringing direct support to Cleveland
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Rx Kids expands, bringing direct support to Cleveland * Rx Kids, the nation's first community-wide prenatal and infant cash prescription program, announced the launch in three Cleveland ZIP codes, marking a major milestone in the program's growth nationwide. Beginning Sept. 1, Rx Kids will launch in Cleveland ZIP codes 44103, 44110 and 44114. The program improves population-wide maternal and infan  more
Senator Gary Peters Visits GRCC's New Automation Lab, Highlights Nearly $1 Million Federal Investment
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Grand Rapids Community College posted the following news: * * * Senator Gary Peters Visits GRCC's New Automation Lab, Highlights Nearly $1 Million Federal Investment * U.S. Senator Gary Peters visited Grand Rapids Community College on Friday, Aug. 28, to see a nearly $1 million federal investment at work, and watch firsthand as a collaborative robot went from programming to welding. Peters toured GRCC's new Automation Lab at the Leslie E. Tassell MTEC, whe  more
Student view: How being open helped me find my place
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Student view: How being open helped me find my place * Samantha Santoliquido is a junior majoring in advertising management with a minor in public relations at Michigan State University. When choosing to attend Michigan State University, I was anxious about one thing more than anything else: starting a new chapter of my life in a place where I knew no one. As a student from New York, I didn't have   more
Summer 2026 graduates announced
RUSTON, Louisiana, Aug. 31 -- Louisiana Tech University posted the following news: * * * Summer 2026 graduates announced * Louisiana Tech University has announced graduates from its Summer 2026 commencement ceremonies held August 15. Graduates are listed below by the state/territory they have reported in their Workday profile, with Louisiana listed first. LOUISIANA Alexandria * Jamal Sami Farhat - Bachelor of Science * Madisyn Danielle Mcclanahan - Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studie  more
Texas Biomed Names Jim Newman Vice President, Communications and Marketing
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Sept. 2 -- Texas Biomedical Research Institute issued the following news: * * * Texas Biomed names Jim Newman Vice President, Communications & Marketing Texas Biomed has appointed Jim Newman to the position of Vice President, Communications & Marketing, following a highly competitive national search. Newman brings more than two decades of communications and marketing leadership experience across biomedical research and health care organizations. His work has focused on t  more
Transactional Tax Partner Michael Farrell Joins Holland & Hart in Salt Lake City
DENVER, Colorado, Sept. 2 -- Holland and Hart, a law firm, issued the following news on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * Transactional Tax Partner Michael Farrell Joins Holland & Hart in Salt Lake City Holland & Hart LLP announced today that Michael Farrell has joined the firm as a partner in its Salt Lake City office, deepening the firm's Tax practice with significant experience in mergers and acquisitions, investment funds, and private equity transactions. Michael represents clients in all facets of   more
Transforming the student experience: MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 31 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * Transforming the student experience: MSU Dairy Cattle Teaching and Research Center * When Riley Barber came to the College of Agriculture and Natural Resource (CANR) as an undergraduate student, she had no experience in agriculture. Growing up in Rochester Hills, MI, Barber never imagined she would one day pursue a career in the dairy industry. But Barb  more
U.S. Attorneys and Department of Justice Join Departments of Transportation and Homeland Security and White House Fraud Task Force to Launch Historic Interagency Effort to Crack Down on Fraud in Trucking Industry
WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * U.S. Attorneys and Department of Justice Join Departments of Transportation and Homeland Security and White House Fraud Task Force to Launch Historic Interagency Effort to Crack Down on Fraud in Trucking Industry Eight U.S. Attorneys and the Department of Justice (DOJ) today joined Secretary Sean P. Duffy of the Department of Transportation (USDOT) and Secretary Markwayne Mullin of   more
U.S. Transportation Secretary Duffy, U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Mullin, White House Fraud Task Force, & Top U.S. Attorneys Launch Historic Interagency Effort to Crack Down on Fraud in Trucking Industry
WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration posted the following news release: * * * U.S. Transportation Secretary Duffy, U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Mullin, White House Fraud Task Force, & Top U.S. Attorneys Launch Historic Interagency Effort to Crack Down on Fraud in Trucking Industry * Series of actions-including new strike force-reflect the Trump Administration's commitment to saving American lives on our roads DETROIT, M  more
University of Dubuque to Hold Opening Convocation
DUBUQUE, Iowa, Sept. 1 -- The University of Dubuque posted the following news release: * * * University of Dubuque to Hold Opening Convocation * DUBUQUE, Iowa - The University of Dubuque's Opening Convocation will be held at 10:45 a.m. Thursday, September 10, 2026, in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center. For those who cannot attend in-person, the ceremony will be streamed live on UD's YouTube channel. An annual tradition at the beginning of the year, Opening Convocation manifests th  more
University of Michigan Board of Regents Votes to Appoint C. Cybele Raver Next President
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 2 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * U-M Board of Regents votes to appoint C. Cybele Raver next president The University of Michigan Board of Regents voted unanimously Tuesday to elect C. Cybele Raver as the university's 17th president, making official the choice announced Aug. 18. Raver will take office Dec. 1. Raver currently serves as provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs at Vanderbilt University, a role she has held since   more
University of Michigan is Leading the New Targeted Simons Research Group on Organic Rich Exoplanets
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 2 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Exploring habitability beyond Earth U-M is leading the new Targeted Simons Research Group on Organic Rich Exoplanets - WHAT'S THE STUDY: The research team will study a range of planets beyond our solar system, from rocky planets similar in size to Earth to planets that are several times larger, but smaller than Neptune. These worlds are called sub-Neptunes and are the most abundant type of planet in   more
University of Michigan Issues Q&A: Nepal Flash Floods - Deadly Cascade of Natural Disasters
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- The University of Michigan issued the following Q&A on Aug. 31, 2026, involving Marin Clark, professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences and a lead principal investigator and director of the Center for Land Surface Hazards: * * * Nepal flash floods: a deadly cascade of natural disasters As Nepal reels from deadly flash floods, scientists say the flooding was triggered by the collapse of a glacier. University of Michigan geoscientist Marin C  more
University of Michigan: LZ Experiment Sees Surprising Result in Search for Dark Matter
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 2 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * LZ experiment sees surprising result in search for dark matter The LUX-ZEPLIN experiment observed a particle interaction that could be interpreted as a signal from dark matter--but researchers will need more data to confirm Written By: Lauren Biron The LUX-ZEPLIN, or LZ, experiment has reported a compelling result in its search for dark matter. Although the result doesn't meet the statistica  more
Upper Peninsula Smart Gardening Conference features smart tips for fall gardening
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * Upper Peninsula Smart Gardening Conference features smart tips for fall gardening * Do you struggle with getting your garden or yard to be successful? Are you concerned about invasive plants you may have in your yard? Have you had issues with runoff from large amounts of rain? If you answered yes to any of these questions, consider attending the Upper Pen  more
Walberg Votes to Condemn the Horrors of Socialism
WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Walberg Votes to Condemn the Horrors of Socialism * Today, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) voted in favor of H.Res.1490, a resolution he cosponsored to condemn socialism in all its forms and the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA). The resolution also condemns specific DSA policies, including allowing noncitizens to vote in American elections, and pledges to protect Americans' right to vote. The   more
Walberg Votes to Keep the Government Open and Prevent Another Democrat Shutdown
WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Walberg Votes to Keep the Government Open and Prevent Another Democrat Shutdown * Today, Congressman Tim Walberg (MI-05) voted in favor of, and the House passed, the Senate Amendment to H.R. 6500, the Continuing Appropriations Act of 2027. The legislation would continue federal funding through December 11, 2026, while Congress completes work on the full-year fiscal year 2027 appropriations bills. "  more
Wayne State University: Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Detroit Program Reaches 1,000-graduate Milestone
DETROIT, Michigan, Sept. 2 -- Wayne State University issued the following news: * * * Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Detroit program reaches 1,000-graduate milestone The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Detroit program has reached a major milestone, graduating its 1,000th entrepreneur since launching at Wayne State University in 2014. For more than a decade, the program has helped entrepreneurs across Southeast Michigan strengthen their companies, create jobs and contribute to re  more
Wayne State Welcomes More Than 24,000 Students, Including Largest First-year Class in History
DETROIT, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Wayne State University issued the following news: * * * Wayne State welcomes more than 24,000 students, including largest first-year class in history New student enrollment rises 3% as Wayne State marks strongest total enrollment since 2021 - Wayne State University welcomes the largest group of first-year students in its 158-year history this fall. When classes began Aug. 31, there were 3,247 full-time first year students registered -- an increase of 5% over la  more
White House: President Trump and VP Vance Deliver Manufacturing Renaissance to Michigan
WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The White House issued the following news on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * President Trump and VP Vance Deliver Manufacturing Renaissance to Michigan Vice President JD Vance is in Michigan today to mark the Trump Administration's unprecedented crackdown on fraud and the comeback of American manufacturing under the leadership of President Donald J. Trump. Since taking office, the Trump Administration has onshored production, restored factory jobs, and put vehicles back on Michiga  more
Wildcat Theatre Follies hit stage Sept. 3-5
MARQUETTE, Michigan, Aug. 31 -- Northern Michigan University posted the following news: * * * Wildcat Theatre Follies hit stage Sept. 3-5 * With the largest cast to date, the Wildcat Theatre Follies return to the Panowski Blackbox Theatre September 3 through 5 to kick off the 2026-2027 NMU Theatre & Dance season. Performances will take place at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, with an additional 1 p.m. Theater for All sensory-friendly matinee on Saturday. They'll showcase select songs,   more
Without M-AAA, Michigan ag industries would be 'more desperate' searching for research and education
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 2 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news: * * * Without M-AAA, Michigan ag industries would be 'more desperate' searching for research and education * EAST LANSING, Mich. -For over a decade, Michigan State University (MSU) AgBioResearch and MSU Extension have helped to administer the Michigan Alliance for Animal Agriculture (M-AAA), a state-funded partnership among MSU, Michigan's animal ag and allied   more