Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Michigan
2027 Cost of Production projection tools now available
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news:
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2027 Cost of Production projection tools now available
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Farm profitability is a bottom-line priority for farmers. It is a challenge in any year, but particularly in times when input costs are on the rise. When margins are tight, farmers need to know their cost of production to determine what inputs and practices are profitable and which ones may need to
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77 Education and Civil Rights Groups Urges Education Department to Withdraw Proposed Revisions to General Administrative Regulations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 23, 2026
Zachary Rogers
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20202
Re: Comments on Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Education Department General Administrative Regulations, 91 Fed. Reg. 54666 (Aug. 24, 2026); 1 Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dear Mr. Rogers:
The undersigned organ
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A Celebration of Shared Trust: Hope College Donors Generous In 2025-26 Fiscal Year
HOLLAND, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Hope College posted the following news:
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A Celebration of Shared Trust: Hope College Donors Generous In 2025-26 Fiscal Year
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Humbled by the generosity of friends, alumni, businesses, faculty and staff, Hope College extends its gratitude to the 4,645 donors who gave more than $77M over the 2025-2026 academic year -which will directly advance the incredible work done with students each year.
Driven by a profound sense of shared stewardship and vote of con
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A future physician's vision for whole-person care
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Michigan State University posted the following news:
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A future physician's vision for whole-person care
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Farid Alsabeh has always been drawn to helping people and solving complex problems. That's why he chose to study psychology. While working as a master's level psychologist at the Arab Community Center for Economic and Social Services (ACCESS) in Dearborn, he worked beside primary care physicians and psychiatrists.
"My clients would come to me for
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AC and Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Create Early Acceptance Program Partnership
ADRIAN, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Adrian College issued the following news release:
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AC and Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine create Early Acceptance Program partnership
September 25, 2026
Adrian College and Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) recently agreed to an Early Acceptance Program partnership. The new agreement allows qualified Adrian College students to secure provisional early acceptance to LECOM's College of Osteopathic Medicine, School of Podiatric Medicin
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Acting A.G. Mills Announces Settlement With Labcorp Over Data Breach That Affected the Personal Data of Alaskans
JUNEAU, Alaska, Sept. 26 -- The Alaska Department of Law issued the following news release:
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Acting Attorney General Cori Mills Announces Settlement with Labcorp over Data Breach That Affected the Personal Data of Alaskans
September 25, 2026
(Anchorage, AK) - Acting Attorney General Cori Mills has announced that Alaska, as part of a coalition of 44 attorneys general, has settled with the Laboratory Corporation of America ("Labcorp") after a multistate investigation into the 2019 data br
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AG Nessel Fights for a 42% Reduction of UPPCO's $17.3 Million Rate Hike Request
LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release:
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AG Nessel Fights for a 42% Reduction of UPPCO's $17.3 Million Rate Hike Request
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LANSING - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has filed testimony urging the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) to slash Upper Peninsula Power Company's (UPPCO) $17.3 million electric rate hike request by 42%.
UPPCO is seeking a $17.3 million rate hike, amounting to a 15.6% average rate increa
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AG Nessel Files Lawsuit Against Generator Franchise Owner for Failing to Issue Refunds of Deposits
LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release:
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AG Nessel Files Lawsuit Against Generator Franchise Owner for Failing to Issue Refunds of Deposits
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LANSING - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel recently filed a lawsuit against Triple Circle, LLC, Double Circle, LLC, Goodrich Enterprise, LLC, and Brad Scott (PDF) for allegedly violating the Michigan Consumer Protection Act. It is alleged that the defendants, which were associate
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AG Nessel Issues Law Enforcement Guidance Letter Concerning Tribal PPOs
LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release:
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AG Nessel Issues Law Enforcement Guidance Letter Concerning Tribal PPOs
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LANSING - This week, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued a letter to law enforcement agencies (PDF) across the State concerning enforcement of Personal Protection Orders (PPOs), and specifically PPOs issued by tribal courts. The letter provides guidance to state and local law enforcement agencies regar
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America First Policy Institute Issues Commentary to Detroit News: Michigan Voters Still Deserve the Right to Decide on Election Integrity
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The America First Policy Institute issued the following excerpts of a commentary on Sept. 25, 2026, to Detroit News:
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Michigan voters still deserve the right to decide on election integrity
This piece was authored by Tudor Dixon.
Just how much proof does a state need that a voter signed their own name? In Michigan, even a notarized affidavit apparently isn't enough. At least, it's not enough if you're defending election integrity.
Disputed signatures were at the
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Ask the expert: What's ahead for fuel, food and fall harvest
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 24 -- Michigan State University posted the following news:
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Ask the expert: What's ahead for fuel, food and fall harvest
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Fuel prices have surged to some of the highest levels on record. As of late-September, the national average for regular gasoline stood at about $4.48 per gallon, more than a dollar higher than a year ago, according to AAA. Diesel has moved even faster, hitting an all-time record of $6.53 per gallon nationally, more than 70% higher than
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Attorney General Bonta Rebukes Trump Administration Attempt to Politicize and Undermine Education Grant Funding
SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 25 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Bonta Rebukes Trump Administration Attempt to Politicize and Undermine Education Grant Funding
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OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta this week co-led a multistate coalition in submitting a comment letter opposing the U.S. Department of Education's (U.S. ED) proposal to provide the Trump Administration with broad discretion in educational grantmaking d
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Attorney General Ford Announces $2.3 Million Multistate Settlement with Labcorp Over Patient Data Breach
CARSON CITY, Nevada, Sept. 24 -- Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Ford Announces $2.3 Million Multistate Settlement with Labcorp Over Patient Data Breach
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Settlement Requires Stronger Oversight of Vendors Handling Sensitive Patient Information
Carson City, NV - Today, Attorney General Aaron D. Ford announced that Nevada, as part of a coalition of 44 attorneys general, has reached a $2.3 million multistate settlement with Labor
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Attorney General Jeff Jackson Pushes Congress to Establish Federal Regulations for Artificial Intelligence
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 25 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Jeff Jackson Pushes Congress to Establish Federal Regulations for Artificial Intelligence
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RALEIGH -Attorney General Jeff Jackson and a bipartisan coalition of 25 other attorneys general are pushing Congress to take immediate action to regulate artificial intelligence, a call that's been echoed by AI industry leaders in recent weeks.
"AI technology is
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Attorney General Jeff Jackson Reaches $2.2 Million Settlement with Labcorp Over 2019 Data Breach
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 24 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Jeff Jackson Reaches $2.2 Million Settlement with Labcorp Over 2019 Data Breach
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Thursday, September 24, 2026
Contact: comms@ncdoj.gov
919-538-2809
RALEIGH -Attorney General Jeff Jackson and 44 other attorneys general reached a $2.2 million settlement with Labcorp following a multistate investigation into a 2019 data breach involving Labcorp's debt
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Attorney General Jeff Jackson Urges Eligible North Carolinians to Claim Compensation for Certain Generic Drug Purchases
RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 25 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Jeff Jackson Urges Eligible North Carolinians to Claim Compensation for Certain Generic Drug Purchases
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RALEIGH -Attorney General Jeff Jackson is urging eligible North Carolinians to claim the compensation they're owed for overpaying for certain generic drugs.
Recently, a court preliminarily approved a plan by Attorney General Jackson and a coalition o
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Attorney General Jones Opposes Attempt by Trump Administration to Impose Unlawful Taxes on H-1B Visas
RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 26 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Jones Opposes Attempt by Trump Administration to Impose Unlawful Taxes on H-1B Visas
RICHMOND, Va. -- Attorney General Jones today joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general in filing a comment letter opposing the Trump Administration's proposed rule that once again attempts to impose a $100,000 tax on petitions for H-1B visas. H-1B visas allow state and local governm
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ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ANNOUNCES CHARGES AGAINST 11 CURRENT, FORMER ELECTED AND MUNICIPAL FORD HEIGHTS EMPLOYEES
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 25 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release:
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ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ANNOUNCES CHARGES AGAINST 11 CURRENT, FORMER ELECTED AND MUNICIPAL FORD HEIGHTS EMPLOYEES
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Sweeping Charges Allege Scheme to use Municipal Funds for Private Travel
Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul today announced charges against 11 current and former elected officials and employees of the village of Ford Heights, Illinois. Raoul alleges the individuals
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ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL OPPOSES TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S ATTEMPT TO IMPOSE UNLAWFUL H-1B VISA TAXES
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 25 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release:
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ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL OPPOSES TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S ATTEMPT TO IMPOSE UNLAWFUL H-1B VISA TAXES
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Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of 22 attorneys general, filed a comment letter opposing the Trump administration's proposed rule that attempts to impose a $100,000 tax on petitions for H-1B visas that allow state and local governments to address nationwid
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Attorney General Rayfield Urges Congress to Set Safety Rules for Artificial Intelligence
SALEM, Oregon, Sept. 25 (TNSida) -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Rayfield Urges Congress to Set Safety Rules for Artificial Intelligence
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#Says AI companies shouldn't be left to police themselves.
Attorney General Dan Rayfield is calling on Congress to pass rules for the artificial intelligence (AI) industry. In a letter to congressional leaders from a bipartisan group of attorneys general, AG Rayfield warns that recent inci
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Bergman, Van Drew, Davis, Golden introduce SMILE for Veterans Act
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Rep. Jack Bergman, R-Michigan, issued the following news release:
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Bergman, Van Drew, Davis, Golden introduce SMILE for Veterans Act
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Last week, Reps. Jack Bergman, Jeff Van Drew, Don Davis, and Jared Golden introduced the SMILE for Veterans Act, bipartisan legislation establishing a Department of Veterans Affairs pilot program to reimburse community-based dental providers for care provided to rural Veterans.
Under current law, only about 15 percent of the nea
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Calvin University School of Business Welcomes New Adjunct Faculty to the Classroom
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Calvin University posted the following news:
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Calvin University School of Business Welcomes New Adjunct Faculty to the Classroom
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The Calvin University School of Business recently welcomed 10 new adjunct faculty members. Bringing a wealth of industry knowledge and experience, these instructors offer students valuable perspectives that connect classroom learning with the realities of today's business world.
Meet the professionals joining our classro
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Congresswoman Scholten Selected to Co-lead New Bipartisan Working Group on Artificial Intelligence
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Rep. Hillary Scholten, D-Michigan, issued the following news release:
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Congresswoman Scholten Selected to Co-lead New Bipartisan Working Group on Artificial Intelligence
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WASHINGTON, DC - Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (D-MI-03) has joined her colleagues in the Problem Solvers Caucus to co-lead a bipartisan working group focused on developing commonsense guardrails on artificial intelligence to promote accuracy, accountability and integrity.
"The rapid developm
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Davenport showcases hands-on technology and innovation during Tech Week Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Davenport University posted the following news:
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Davenport showcases hands-on technology and innovation during Tech Week Grand Rapids
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From artificial intelligence and 3D anatomy technology to video game development and online scam prevention, Davenport University gave Tech Week Grand Rapids participants a firsthand look at how technology is changing the way people work, learn and protect themselves online.
Davenport hosted four events September 15-
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Delta brings more of Europe closer with new routes from Detroit and Boston
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 25 [Category: BizTravel] -- Delta Air Lines posted the following news:
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Delta brings more of Europe closer with new routes from Detroit and Boston
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Europe is calling, and Delta is adding more ways and more time to experience it.
New nonstop service from Detroit to Athens and Boston to Venice will join Delta's previously announced route from Austin to Paris. The airline is also extending its transatlantic season, with several popular routes starting earlier in
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DSCC Friday Takeaways: NRSC's Bad Vibes and Worse Map, Chameleon Changes Its Skin... But Not Its Habits, Kao-ruption, and Crickets From Sullivan
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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Sep 25, 2026
DSCC FRIDAY TAKEAWAYS: NRSC's Bad Vibes and Worse Map, A Chameleon Changes Its Skin... But Not Its Habits, Kao-ruption, and Crickets From Sullivan
TGIF. Welcome back to Friday Takeaways from the DSCC - your weekly update from the DSCC Press Team on what you need to know across the Senate battlegrounds. There are 39 days until the midterms. DROP US A LINE: press@dscc.org
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Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund Announces New Round of Federal Endorsements, Backing 18 Candidates Across 8 States
NEW YORK, Sept. 25 [Category: Sociological] -- Everytown for Gun Safety posted the following news release:
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Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund Announces New Round of Federal Endorsements, Backing 18 Candidates Across 8 States
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NEW YORK -Today, Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund announced its latest round of federal endorsements: 18 gun safety champions in the U.S. House of Representatives, running for re-election across eight states. Next year, these advocates will lead a new gun s
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FCC Wireline Competition Bureau Issues Public Notice: Application of Verizon to Discontinue Domestic Legacy Voice Service as Part of Technology Transition is Not Automatically Granted
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The Federal Communications Commission's Wireline Competition Bureau issued the following public notice (WC Docket No. 26-227):
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On August 10, 2026, Verizon ILEC affiliates (collectively, Verizon),/1 filed an application with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC or Commission) requesting authority, under section 214 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, 47 U.S.C. Sec. 214, and section 63.71 of the Commission's rules, 47 CFR Sec. 63.71, to discontinue
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Featured Five 2026: Favorites from DGI Propagators
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news:
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Featured Five 2026: Favorites from DGI Propagators
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Each year, Michigan State University collaborates with Michigan's leading young plant producers to host a complimentary open house at their trial sites and display gardens. This event offers growers, landscapers, and retail professionals a valuable opportunity to explore a diverse array of ornamental c
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Featured Five 2026: Favorites from Mast Young Plants
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news:
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Featured Five 2026: Favorites from Mast Young Plants
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Each year, Michigan State University collaborates with Michigan's leading young plant producers to host a complimentary open house at their trial sites and display gardens. This event offers growers, landscapers, and retail professionals a valuable opportunity to explore a diverse array of ornamental
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Featured Five 2026: Favorites from Pell Greenhouses
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news:
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Featured Five 2026: Favorites from Pell Greenhouses
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Each year, Michigan State University collaborates with Michigan's leading young plant producers to host a complimentary open house at their trial sites and display gardens. This event offers growers, landscapers, and retail professionals a valuable opportunity to explore a diverse array of ornamental
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Featured Five 2026: Favorites from Proven Winners Carleton Display Gardens
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news:
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Featured Five 2026: Favorites from Proven Winners Carleton Display Gardens
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Each year, Michigan State University collaborates with Michigan's leading young plant producers to host a complimentary open house at their trial sites and display gardens. This event offers growers, landscapers, and retail professionals a valuable opportunity to explore a diver
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Featured Five 2026: Favorites from the MSU Trial Gardens
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news:
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Featured Five 2026: Favorites from the MSU Trial Gardens
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Each year, Michigan State University collaborates with Michigan's leading young plant producers to host a complimentary open house at their trial sites and display gardens. This event offers growers, landscapers, and retail professionals a valuable opportunity to explore a diverse array of orname
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Featured Five 2026: Favorites from Walters Gardens
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news:
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Featured Five 2026: Favorites from Walters Gardens
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Each year, Michigan State University collaborates with Michigan's leading young plant producers to host a complimentary open house at their trial sites and display gardens. This event offers growers, landscapers, and retail professionals a valuable opportunity to explore a diverse array of ornamental c
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Federal Register: FDA Permanently Debars Oncologist Convicted in $16M Illegal Cancer Drug Resale Scheme
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following action in the Federal Register.
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Naveed Aslam: Final Debarment Order
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is issuing an order under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act permanently debarring Naveed Aslam from providing services in any capacity to a person that has an approved or pending drug product application. FDA bases this order on a finding that Dr
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Fontanini Foods LLC Recalls Raw, Frozen Pork Sausage Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service issued the following recall alert:
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Fontanini Foods LLC Recalls Raw, Frozen Pork Sausage Products Due to Possible Foreign Matter Contamination
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 25, 2026 - Fontanini Foods LLC, a McCook, Ill., establishment, is recalling approximately 2,320 pounds of raw, frozen pork breakfast sausage products that may be contaminated with foreign material, specifically clear, hard plastic,
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Ford School of Public Policy: A Bright Future for Long-term Care Lies Ahead
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 26 -- The University of Michigan Ford School of Public Policy issued the following news:
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A bright future for long-term care lies ahead
September 25, 2026
Nearly 80% of Americans over 65 will need long-term care services to address their health or personal care needs. With annual costs averaging $120,000, many Americans will not be able to afford adequate support without Medicaid. Older adults will often "spend down" their assets to qualify for limited Medica
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Ford School of Public Policy: Bipartisan Leaders Discuss What It Takes to Build Trust Across Political Divides
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 26 -- The University of Michigan Ford School of Public Policy issued the following news:
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Bipartisan leaders discuss what it takes to build trust across political divides
September 25, 2026
What sustains democratic trust when political disagreements remain unresolved?
At two Ford School events during the University of Michigan's Democracy Week, held Sept. 14-18, current and former Democratic and Republican elected leaders pointed to local participation, civ
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Frog-like hopping robot propelled by twisting elastic rods
LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 25 -- The University of California posted the following news release:
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Frog-like hopping robot propelled by twisting elastic rods
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Key takeaways
* UCLA Samueli and University of Michigan roboticists have shown that elastic rods can be bent and twisted to repeatedly snap between shapes.
* This snapping mechanism releases built-up energy that enables small robots to hop, flip and swim, which could help them move across uneven terrain, on land and in wat
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Hope College Men's Club Futbol Joins US College Club Soccer for 2026 Season
HOLLAND, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Hope College posted the following news:
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Hope College Men's Club Futbol Joins US College Club Soccer for 2026 Season
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Hope College Men's Club Futbol has entered its second year with a significant step forward, joining the U.S. College Club Soccer (USCCS) for the fall 2026 season.
The Flying Dutch are already off to a strong start as they opened its inaugural USCCS season on Sept. 11 with a 2-2 draw against Calvin University in Grand Rapids. The team fol
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House Education & Workforce Committee Issues Report on Freedom of Association in Higher Education Act
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The House Education and Workforce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-781) on the Freedom of Association in Higher Education Act (H.R. 2555). The report was advanced by Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, on Aug. 27, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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Purpose
H.R. 2555 amends the Higher Education Act of 1965 (HEA) to provide freedom of association protections for single-sex organizations.
Committee Action
118TH CONGRESS
First Session--Hearing
On March 29, 2023, the Subcom
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House Education & Workforce Committee Issues Report on Student Protection & University Accountability Act
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The House Education and Workforce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-800) on the Student Protection and University Accountability Act (H.R. 9203). The report was advanced by Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, on Sept. 8, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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Purpose
The purpose of H.R. 9203, Student Protection and University Accountability Act, is to increase the transparency of colleges and universities in carrying out their civil rights responsibilities and to codify certain
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House Education & Workforce Committee Issues Report on Title IX Clarification Act
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The House Education and Workforce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-798) on the Title IX Clarification Act (H.R. 8781). The report was advanced by Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, on Sept. 8, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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Purpose
H.R. 8781, Title IX Clarification Act of 2026, amends section 901(c) of Education Amendments of 1972 to define ``sex'' for purposes of nondiscrimination requirements applicable to federally funded education programs and activities.
Committ
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House Financial Services Committee Issues Report on Credit Access and Inclusion Act
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The House Financial Services Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-788) on the Credit Access and Inclusion Act (H.R. 5402). The report was advanced by Rep. French Hill, R-Arkansas, on Sept. 1, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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Purpose and Summary
H.R. 5402, the Credit Access and Inclusion Act of 2025, was introduced on September 16, 2025, by Republican Representative Young Kim (CA-40). H.R. 5402 permits public housing authorities, utility providers, and telecommunication
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House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee Issues Report on Water Resources Development Act (Part 3 of 3)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-795) on the Water Resources Development Act (H.R. 9497). The report was advanced by Rep. Sam Graves, R-Missouri, on Sept. 3, 2026.
The House passed the bill on Sept. 16, 2026, and it has been received by the Senate, but not referred to a committee.
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(Continued from Part 2 of 3)
Committee Votes
Clause 3(b) of rule XIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives requires each commi
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House Veterans' Affairs Committee Issues Report on Veterans Flight Training Responsibility Act
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The House Veterans' Affairs Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-796) on the Veterans Flight Training Responsibility Act (H.R. 5634). The report was advanced by Rep. Mike Bost, R-Illinois, on Sept. 8, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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Purpose and Summary
H.R. 5634, the "Veterans Flight Training Responsibility Act of 2026" was introduced by Representative Tom Kean Jr. of New Jersey on September 30, 2025. This bill, as amended, would allow a student veteran to use their D
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ICYMI: Rep. Haley Stevens Has New Bill to Lower Retirement Age For Americans Who Work With Their Hands
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 -- Rep. Haley Stevens, D-Michigan, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Rep. Haley Stevens Has New Bill to Lower Retirement Age For Americans Who Work With Their Hands
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - In case you missed it, Michigan Congresswoman Haley Stevens introduced the Blue Collar Social Security Fairness Act to lower the Social Security retirement age to 60 for workers in physically demanding careers.
The legislation would apply to physically demanding occupations
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Iron helped scientists trace Earth's oxygen. Now it's telling a bigger story
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Michigan State University posted the following news:
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Iron helped scientists trace Earth's oxygen. Now it's telling a bigger story
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For decades, scientists have studied iron preserved in ancient rocks to reconstruct how Earth's oceans and atmosphere became rich in oxygen. A new study suggests iron has recorded other major transformations too.
Michigan State University researcher Dalton Hardisty and colleagues found that changes in Earth's iron recor
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Let's play nice and shine: Twelve stellar compatible combinations
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news:
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Let's play nice and shine: Twelve stellar compatible combinations
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Each year, Michigan State University collaborates with Michigan's leading young plant producers to host a complimentary open house at their trial sites and display gardens. This event offers growers, landscapers and retail professionals a valuable opportunity to explore a diverse array o
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Mich. Democratic Party: Breaking - "Mike Rogers Claims He Was An Assembly Line Worker. The UAW Said That Is Stretching The Truth." [Michigan Advance]
LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 26 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release:
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September 25, 2026
BREAKING: "Mike Rogers Claims He Was An Assembly Line Worker. The UAW Said That Is Stretching The Truth." [Michigan Advance]
LANSING -- According to damning new reporting from Michigan Advance, Mike Rogers stretched the truth when he repeatedly claimed he worked on a car assembly line. The truth is that he did not build cars or work on an assembly line - prompting the UAW
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Mich. Democratic Party: Michigan Democrats and Local Advocates Call Out Mike Rogers' Plans to Gut Healthcare and Spike Costs
LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 26 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release:
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September 25, 2026
Michigan Democrats and Local Advocates Call Out Mike Rogers' Plans to Gut Healthcare and Spike Costs
Speakers slammed Rogers for being in the pocket of Big Pharma and the insurance industry as he pushes their cost-raising agenda
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LANSING -- Today, to mark this week's anniversary of of the ACA's Patient's Bill of Rights going into effect, the Michigan Democratic Party he
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Mich. Democratic Party: New - Mike Rogers "Praised The Iran War" From The Start, But "Now Campaigns Against The Pain It Caused" [CNN / KFILE]
LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 26 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release:
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September 25, 2026
NEW: Mike Rogers "Praised The Iran War" From The Start, But "Now Campaigns Against The Pain It Caused" [CNN / KFILE]
LANSING -- Breaking reporting from CNN's KFILE exposes how Mike Rogers has given his full-throated support for the Iran War from the beginning. But now, in an eleventh-hour election pivot, Rogers is trying to "campaign against the pain it caused."
CNN repor
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Mich. Education Dept.: State Students Gain Key Insight Through Civic Education Effort
LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 26 -- The Michigan Department of Education issued the following news release:
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Michigan Students Gain Key Insight Through Civic Education Effort
September 25, 2026
LANSING--Through a key partnership between the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) and the Michigan Center for Civic Education, students are being empowered through active civic engagement in a unique demonstration of teaching and learning.
Two goals of the partnership are to expand secondary lea
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Michigan Medicine: FDA-approved Drug Offers Hope for Patients With Polycythemia Vera, a Rare Bone Marrow Disorder
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 26 -- Michigan Medicine, the academic medical center of the University of Michigan, issued the following news release:
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Expert explains the symptoms, genetic causes and treatment benefits of the first-in-class drug rusfertide
September 24, 2026
Polycythemia vera is a rare bone marrow disorder affecting 90,000 people in the U.S. and is characterized by the overproduction of red blood cells.
Excessive number of red blood cells results in increased blood viscosi
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Michigan Medicine: Nerf Gun Accident Causes Retinal Detachment in Pediatric Patient
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 26 -- Michigan Medicine, the academic medical center of the University of Michigan, issued the following news release:
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Nerf gun accident causes retinal detachment in pediatric patient
Wyatt Tucker was putting on his safety goggles when he was hit in the eye by a Nerf dart. He recovered after retinal surgery
September 25, 2026
For over a decade, there has been an increase in incidence of eye injuries from toy guns, according to the American Academy of Ophthal
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Michigan Medicine: What the Name Change Signifies, and What It Means for Fertility Care
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 26 -- Michigan Medicine, the academic medical center of the University of Michigan, issued the following news release:
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PMOS is the New PCOS
What the name change signifies, and what it means for fertility care
September 25, 2026
What the shift from PCOS to PMOS means for your fertility journey. Read the full article here (https://www.michiganmedicine.org/health-lab/pcos-has-new-name)
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Moolenaar Meets With Family of Wrongfully Detained U.S. Citizen Min Zin
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- 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:
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Moolenaar Meets with Family of Wrongfully Detained U.S. Citizen Min Zin
September 25, 2026
Today, Chairman John Moolenaar of the Select Committee on China met with the family of wrongfully detained U.S. citizen Min Zin. Min Zin was detained upon arrival at the airport in Kunming,
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MSU Museum celebrates 25 years as Michigan's first Smithsonian Affiliate
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Michigan State University posted the following news:
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MSU Museum celebrates 25 years as Michigan's first Smithsonian Affiliate
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The MSU Museum is celebrating 25 years as Michigan's first Smithsonian Affiliate, marking a milestone in a partnership that has connected Michigan State University students, faculty and communities with one of the world's leading cultural institutions while contributing the university's own research, collections and expertis
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N.J. A.G. Davenport Urges Congress to Protect Americans From Uncontrolled Artificial Intelligence Models
TRENTON, New Jersey, Sept. 26 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Davenport Urges Congress to Protect Americans From Uncontrolled Artificial Intelligence Models
Bipartisan Coalition of AGs Demands Establishment of a Robust Regulatory Framework for AI Development
September 25, 2026
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TRENTON -- Attorney General Jennifer Davenport co-led a coalition of 26 attorneys general urging Congressional leaders to enact comprehens
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N.Y. A.G. James, Co-signers Issue Letter to Congressional Leadership
ALBANY, New York, Sept. 26 (TNSletter) -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following letter with co-signers to the Congressional leadership:
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Here is the text of the letter:
September 23, 2026
The Honorable Mike Johnson
Speaker
U.S. House of Representatives
Washington, DC 20515
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The Honorable Hakeem Jeffries
Minority Leader
U.S. House of Representatives
Washington, DC 20515
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The Honorable John Thune
Majority Leader
U.S. Senate
Washington, DC 20510
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New NIH grant supports work toward universal flu, HIV vaccines
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Michigan State University College of Natural Science posted the following news:
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New NIH grant supports work toward universal flu, HIV vaccines
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When you get your yearly flu shot, you're helping your body stay one step ahead of the rapidly mutating influenza virus. But what if there was a way to achieve stronger, multi-year protection from a single jab?
With the support of a new grant from the National Institutes of Health, or NIH, MSU researchers
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NMU Modifies Timeline Regarding Greco-Roman Wrestling
MARQUETTE, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Northern Michigan University posted the following news:
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NMU Modifies Timeline Regarding Greco-Roman Wrestling
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Northern Michigan University today announced a modification to its timeline for discontinuing the residential USA Wrestling National Training Site (NTS) Greco-Roman wrestling program, extending its closing date by one year until the end of the winter 2028 semester.
"This extension will enable any current NTS wrestler training at Northern to c
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Oberlin Welcomes New Integrated Arts Faculty
OBERLIN, Ohio, Sept. 25 -- Oberlin College and Conservatory posted the following news:
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Oberlin Welcomes New Integrated Arts Faculty
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Visual artists Ian Page '08 and Scott Crandall have joined Oberlin as visiting faculty members for the college's new BA+BFA in Integrated Arts program. Alongside teaching specialized courses, the duo will co-lead the required third-year Integrated Arts Workshop with Julia Christensen, Oberlin's Eva and John Young-Hunter Professor of Art. They are also sl
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Okla. A.G. Drummond Urges Congress to Regulate AI Industry to Protect Oklahomans
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Sept. 26 -- Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued the following news release:
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Drummond urges Congress to regulate AI industry to protect Oklahomans
OKLAHOMA CITY (Sept. 25, 2026) - Attorney General Gentner Drummond is calling on Congress to take immediate action to regulate the artificial intelligence industry to protect the safety of Oklahomans.
Drummond joined a coalition of 25 other attorneys general in a letter sent to U.S. House Speaker Mike Jo
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Oklahoma State: 2026 College of Education and Human Sciences Hall of Fame Awards Banquet Honors Six Alumni
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Sept. 26 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news:
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2026 College of Education and Human Sciences Hall of Fame awards banquet honors six alumni
September 24, 2026
The Oklahoma State University College of Education and Human Sciences recognizes distinguished alumni each year at the Hall of Fame Banquet.
The six individuals honored in 2026 have made their mark within their respective fields and continue to set examples of leadership, innovation, selfles
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Peters Participates in Pavilion Dedication Ceremony at Pontiac Oaks Park
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release:
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09.25.2026
Peters Participates in Pavilion Dedication Ceremony at Pontiac Oaks Park
Peters Secured $1.3 Million in Funding for Park Renovations
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PONTIAC, MI -- U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) was honored on Friday, September 25th during a ceremony at the new Pontiac Oaks Park, formerly Hawthorne Park, in Pontiac. During the event, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission dedicated a new
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Rep. Moolenaar: Xi's Visit to the National Archives Should Inspire Him to Let the Chinese People Live Freely
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- 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:
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Xi's Visit to the National Archives Should Inspire Him to Let the Chinese People Live Freely
September 25, 2026
Today, Chairman John Moolenaar of the Select Committee on China made the following statement on CCP General Secretary Xi Jinping's visit to the National Archives Museum
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Republican Attorneys General Doubles Down on Michigan, Showcasing Two New Ads
WASHINGTON, Sept. 25 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Republican Attorneys General Association posted the following news:
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Republican Attorneys General Doubles Down on Michigan, Showcasing Two New Ads
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -The Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA) today showcased two ads, "Doug Lloyd Tough On Crime" and "Eli Savit Dangerously Liberal on Crime," from its affiliated group, Safer Michigan Fund, committed to electing conservative attorneys general and a safer Michigan.
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Rogue AI and Regulation: U-M Experts Can Comment
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 26 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news:
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Rogue AI and regulation: U-M experts can comment
September 25, 2026
EXPERTS ADVISORY
With recent revelations that OpenAI's agents hacked an Australian government health data website and attempted to break into three other targets, and other recent instances of unanticipated acts by AI agents, University of Michigan experts provide insights about AI regulation.
Lu Wang, associate professor of comput
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Six Surgeons Honored With 2026 ACS/Pfizer Surgical Volunteerism and Humanitarian Awards
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 26 -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release:
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Six Surgeons Honored with 2026 ACS/Pfizer Surgical Volunteerism and Humanitarian Awards
American College of Surgeons/Pfizer awards recognize surgeons' efforts to bring quality surgical care to patients worldwide
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CHICAGO (September 25, 2026) -- Six distinguished surgeons with leadership positions in global health across the nation and abroad will be recognized for their relentless effor
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Stabenow shares vision for future of food and farm policy at MSU
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Michigan State University posted the following news:
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Stabenow shares vision for future of food and farm policy at MSU
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Former U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow, a two-time Michigan State University graduate, delivered the second annual Stuckman Lecture in Food Economics and Policy, drawing on five decades of public service to explore the forces shaping American agriculture and the challenges ahead.
"Sen. Stabenow has done so much for Michigan and the agri
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Student view: From playing on fields to preparing for the FIFA World Cup
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Michigan State University posted the following news:
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Student view: From playing on fields to preparing for the FIFA World Cup
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Elijah Delaney is a fourth-year student in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and plans to graduate in May 2027.
I played soccer and baseball from a young age through high school on fields of poor quality. Turning on a professional sports event and seeing a perfect green field with vibrant stripes would always
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Student view: How my first Spartan football game connected me to MSU
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Michigan State University posted the following news:
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Student view: How my first Spartan football game connected me to MSU
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Logan Rizal is a first-year international student from Indonesia studying exploratory business at Michigan State University.
When I left Indonesia for East Lansing, I didn't know much about MSU beyond one particular thing: sports and athletics are a huge part of the experience. So, when the season opener finally came around, I
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Syracuse University: Haley Greene '26 Launches Free App to Expand Eating Disorder Care
SYRACUSE, New York, Sept. 26 -- Syracuse University issued the following news:
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Haley Greene '26 Launches Free App to Expand Eating Disorder Care
Miirror offers clinically guided tools, stigma-free peer support, crisis resources and therapy matching, providing a safe space for those in recovery.
John Boccacino
Sept. 25, 2026
Growing up in Los Angeles, Haley Greene '26 saw friends and family members struggle with eating disorders and watched the emotional and financial toll those illn
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The Long Pipeline: How Global Fuel Shocks Reshape the Michigan Economy
EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources posted the following news:
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The Long Pipeline: How Global Fuel Shocks Reshape the Michigan Economy
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When oil prices jump after a geopolitical crisis, everyone notices the pain at the gas pump. But the economic consequences extend far beyond higher fuel bills, and they are not distributed evenly across the country. For Michigan, a state built around manufacturing, agriculture, truc
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UM-Flint DPT student Sia Hayes to compete in World Triathlon Championships
FLINT, Michigan, Sept. 25 -- The University of Michigan-Flint posted the following news:
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UM-Flint DPT student Sia Hayes to compete in World Triathlon Championships
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Training to compete on the world stage requires extraordinary commitment. So does earning a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.
University of Michigan-Flint DPT student Athanasia "Sia" Hayes isn't choosing between the two. She's doing both, balancing the demands of running, cycling and swimming with the rigors of graduate
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University of Michigan: Teen Loneliness May Follow Young People Into the Workplace
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 26 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news:
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Teen loneliness may follow young people into the workplace
September 25, 2026
What happens when loneliness follows a young person from the school hallway into the workplace? New research suggests that feeling lonely during adolescence may be linked to a greater risk of unstable or less secure employment in young adulthood.
The study, led by researchers at the University of Michigan, Univers
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University of Michigan: Trade Tensions, High Prices and Interest Rates Drive Slip in Consumers' Outlook
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 26 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news:
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Trade tensions, high prices and interest rates drive slip in consumers' outlook
September 25, 2026
Consumer sentiment ticked down less than four index points in September, reaching the lowest reading in four months and down 15% from January 2026, according to the University of Michigan Surveys of Consumers.
Views of current and year-ahead expected personal finances both weakened about 10% this month
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Where Possibility Begins
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Sept. 25 -- Kentucky State University issued the following news:
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Where Possibility Begins
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Dear Thorobred Family,
Last Friday in Louisville, the eyes of fifth graders from Luhr Elementary lit up when I mentioned pawpaw ice cream. We had gathered at Sam Swope JA BizTown(r) to cut the ribbon on Kentucky State University's new Urban Ag Discovery Center.
The ice cream was a treat, but also an entryway to research, product development, and entrepreneurship. In time,
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Young People Hounded AI Executives and Their Supporters Throughout Climate Week
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 -- The Sunrise Movement issued the following news release:
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September 25, 2026
Young People Hounded AI Executives and their Supporters Throughout Climate Week
New York, NY - Young people disrupted events with executives like NVIDIA CSO Josh Parker, JPMorgan Chase advisor Sarah Kipnick and Mount Sinai CEO Dr. Brendan Carr. They demanded AI companies and their supporters stop fueling a worsening climate crisis.
They noted Nvidia directly profits from increasing foss
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