BURBANK, California, April 22 [Category: BizArts/Cultural] -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, posted the following news release: * * * 'THE GOLDEN BACHELOR' SCORES SEASON RENEWAL AND FINDS ITS LEADING MAN Disney/Maarten de Boer* After a historic first season, "The Golden Bachelor" is set to return to ABC and Hulu. Mel Owens, the 66-year-old former NFL veteran-turned-lawyer, is gearing up to make his next big play as the second Golden Bachelor. Born and raised in a close-knit Midwestern fa more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 23 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * 5 U-M faculty join American Academy of Arts and Sciences Five University of Michigan professors distinguished in psychology, history, life sciences, public policy and sociology are among the nearly 250 scholars chosen for the 2025 class of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. "These new members' accomplishments speak volumes about the human capacity for discovery, creativity, leadership and pe more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 22 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * A single-dose compound unlocks brain's adaptive power Study: Single-dose psychedelic enhances cognitive flexibility and reversal learning in mice weeks after administration (DOI: 10.61373/pp025r.0002) University of Michigan researchers have found that certain psychedelic compounds improve the brain's ability to adapt and flexibly learn new concepts over long periods. This kind of cognitive flexibi more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 21 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * As SCOTUS hears case on preventive health care, U-M expert can comment EXPERT ADVISORY Mark Fendrick University of Michigan physician and researcher Mark Fendrick is available to discuss Braidwood v. Kennedy, as the U.S. Supreme Court hears oral arguments today. The case addresses a major provision of the Affordable Care Act: The ability of nearly all Americans to receive preventive health care  more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 23 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * Banned but not broken: How US policy is reshaping global semiconductor landscape EXPERT Q&A As U.S.-China tech tensions continue to mount, the semiconductor industry has become a focal point in a high-stakes geopolitical standoff. The latest round of U.S. export restrictions has rendered even Nvidia's H20 chip--once considered a compliant workaround--off-limits to Chinese buyers. These development more PR

SANTA FE, New Mexico, April 26 -- Dirks, Van Essen and April, a merger and acquisition firm, issued the following news release: * * * Boone Newsmedia to Acquire The Argus-Press in Michigan Owosso, Michigan - April 25, 2025 - The Campbell family has announced the sale of The Argus-Press, a long-standing daily and weekly newspaper operation based in Owosso, Michigan, to Boone Newsmedia, Inc. (BNI). Published continuously since 1854, beginning with the Owosso American, The Argus-Press has been more PR

AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, April 24 -- BorgWarner Inc. issued the following news release on April 23, 2025: * * * BorgWarner to Showcase Advanced Mobility Solutions at JSAE Automotive -Engineering Expo 2025 - Exclusive Media Roundtable on May 21 to highlight latest innovations, including LFP battery packs and new power module technology - New technologies designed to enhance efficiency, performance, and sustainability in both electric and hybrid vehicles BorgWarner is set to participate in the more PR

PORTLAND, Oregon, April 24 -- Oregon Health and Science University issued the following news: * * * Breakthrough T1D Awards $2.8 Million in Funding to Expand Center of Excellence at University of Michigan and Oregon Health & Science University to Accelerate Type 1 Diabetes Research The Breakthrough T1D U-M-OHSU Cardiorenal Center of Excellence to focus on heart and kidney disease in type 1 diabetes Breakthrough T1D, formerly JDRF, the leading global type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocac more PR

DETROIT, Michigan, April 24 -- General Motors issued the following news: * * * Cadillac confirms 2026 OPTIQ-V Cadillac has confirmed the OPTIQ has earned the V-Series badge. The 2026 OPTIQ-V will be part of Cadillac's fifth generation of the V-Series portfolio, elevating the brand's performance offering. Building on OPTIQ's agile drive, Cadillac engineers delivered a unique package prioritizing precision, dynamic suspension and tight steering for an exhilarating driving experience. * * * Or more PR

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, April 24 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * Endangered species preserves Great Lakes water quality Mussels play crucial role in aquatic ecosystems By Marissa Bloomquist Many Michiganders notice mussels throughout rivers and streams, but are they aware of the organisms living on the shells? Madison Dunlap, a Biology graduate student at Central Michigan University, has been studying the role native mussels play in supporting the health of more PR

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, April 23 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * CMU and Jenison Public Schools establish partnership to expand early college access By Jaime Griffis Central Michigan University and Jenison Public Schools have formalized a new partnership aimed at providing high school students with expanded opportunities to begin earning college credit before graduation. The agreement, signed last week, creates a clear pathway for students at Jenison Public more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 25 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * Consumers worried about labor markets amid trade policy volatility Consumer sentiment fell for the fourth straight month, plunging 8% from March and reaching its lowest reading since July 2022. While the April decline in current conditions was relatively modest, the expectations index plummeted with drop-offs in personal finances as well as business conditions, said economist Joanne Hsu, director of more PR

AUBURN HILLS, Michigan, April 24 -- Continental, a developer of pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods, issued the following news release: * * * Continental's Automotive Sector will be Named Aumovio in the Future * Aumovio combines tradition and a strong market position in the automotive industry with the ambition to shape the mobility of the future * Following the expected approval at the Continental Annual Shareholders' Meeting more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 23 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * Drug that treats flu shows additional benefit of protecting close contacts from infection Newly published findings of global drug trial show promise for preventing avian flu transmission Study: Efficacy of Baloxavir Treatment in Preventing Transmission of Influenza (DOI: 10.1056/NEJMoa2413156) One dose of the antiviral baloxavir marboxil lowers the chance of transmitting the influenza virus to fa more PR

DETROIT, Michigan, April 26 -- DTE Energy issued the following news release: * * * DTE Energy completes its second new solar park of 2025 funded by Michigan's largest community solar program Approximately 20,000 homes to be powered with clean, renewable energy from DTE's Pine River Solar Park when fully online this spring DETROIT, April 25, 2025 -- DTE Energy (NYSE:DTE), Michigan's largest producer of and investor in renewable energy, announced that construction has been completed at P more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 22 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * E-I-E-I-Omics: New discoveries in corn genetics could help grow more productive, resilient crops Corn plants like these helped reveal pathways to more productive and resilient crops in a research project led by University of Michigan that studied genes in a cellular context.credit: Alexandre Marand Study: The genetic architecture of cell type-specific cis regulation in maize (DOI: 10.1126/science.ad more PR

WASHINGTON, April 22 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Advanced Energy United issued the following news release: * * * Farmers, Clean Energy Trades Urge Michigan Lawmakers to Oppose Anti-Business Legislation House Bills 4027 and 4028 would take rights away from landowners, scramble an otherwise business-friendly environment, and raise electricity costs for consumers LANSING, MI - Diverse stakeholders are joining together to encourage Michigan legislators to oppose House Bills 4027 and 4028. Today more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 21 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * Filling a gap: U-M dental students help combat Michigan's shortage of rural dentists ATLANTA, Michigan--Becky Klein needed a dentist for herself and her two teenage sons when she returned to Atlanta in northern Michigan after years living down state. She settled on the Thunder Bay Community Health Service dental clinic. She felt fortunate to find dental care that came recommended and was only 10 min more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 21 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * Finding 'win-win-wins' for climate, economics and justice Many countries with low carbon dioxide emissions face comparatively high risks of climate change impacts, including droughts, wildfires and heatwaves. A new research paper led by the University of Michigan examines how climate change mitigation strategies can reduce those risks while promoting justice, economics and overall well-being.credit: P more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 22 -- The University of Michigan's Ford School of Public Policy issued the following news: * * * Hanson Q&A: Many political leaders silent during surge in policies Political leaders from both the Republican and Democratic parties have largely opted for a strategy of silence as President Donald Trump approaches the milestone of his first 100 days in office on April 30. The Trump administration has rolled out an array of policy shifts--from immigration to tariffs--bu more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 24 -- The University of Michigan's Ford School of Public Policy issued the following news: * * * Many local officials in Michigan uncertain about the use of AI or other predictive policing tools Survey researchers describe a 'Wild West' phase, express hope for clarity, regulation While law enforcement surveillance technology use has boomed, some Michigan officials are wary of adopting newer AI-driven policing tools, according to a University of Michigan survey. Th more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 23 -- The University of Michigan's Ford School of Public Policy issued the following news: * * * Susan Collins named American Economic Association 2025 Distinguished Fellow The American Economic Association named Susan M. Collins, former Joan and Sanford Weill Dean of the Ford School and current Boston Federal Reserve Bank President and CEO, as one of four Distinguished Fellows for 2025. The award recognizes the lifetime contributions of highly distinguished econo more PR

LANSING, Michigan, April 22 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Whitmer Announces Approval for 1,220 Housing Units, Community Vibrancy in Muskegon, Southfield and Ferndale April 22, 2025 Contact: press@michigan.gov LANSING, Mich. - Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) Board support for placemaking projects that will add critical housing, commercial space and vibrancy to Muskegon, Southfield and Ferndale. T more PR

LANSING, Michigan, April 22 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Whitmer Announces Funding to Bring 90 New Jobs, Cutting-Edge Medicine to Detroit with BAMF Health Facility April 22, 2025 Contact: press@michigan.gov LANSING, Mich. - Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) Board support for a new health facility from Grand Rapids-based BAMF Health, a leader in diagnosing and treating diseases such as cancer and  more PR

LANSING, Michigan, April 24 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Whitmer Announces 543 New Jobs in Wayne, Bay Counties April 24, 2025 Contact: press@michigan.gov Norplas Industries Inc., dba Magna Exteriors Highland Park, expands in Highland Park, to create 500 jobs HL Mechatronics to purchase two new facilities in Wiliams Township, create 43 new jobs LANSING, Mich. - Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced two business investment pr more PR

LANSING, Michigan, April 23 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Whitmer Makes Appointments to the Michigan Supreme Court, Michigan Court of Appeals Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the appointments of Judge Noah Hood to the Michigan Supreme Court; Judge Mariam Bazzi to succeed Hood on the Michigan Court of Appeals, First District; Christopher Trebilcock to the Michigan Court of Appeals, Second District; and Daniel Korobkin to the Michigan more PR

LANSING, Michigan, April 21 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Whitmer Seeks Extension to Request Major Disaster Declaration Following Northern Michigan Ice Storm April 21, 2025 Contact: press@michigan.gov Request comes in an effort to ensure local jurisdictions and municipalities have adequate time to complete response activities and assess impacts and damages LANSING, Mich. - Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer requested an extension f more PR

LANSING, Michigan, April 21 -- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Whitmer, Lt. Governor Gilchrist Statements on Pope Francis' Death April 21, 2025 Contact: press@michigan.gov LANSING, Mich. --Today, Governor Whitmer and Lt. Governor Gilchrist released the following statements on the death of Pope Francis: Governor Whitmer Statement "Pope Francis was an inspiration to countless Michiganders and people around the world. He led with grace more PR

ALLENDALE, Michigan, April 24 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: * * * AI chatbot developed at Seidman enhances students' understanding of software Profile picture for Brian Vernellis By Brian Vernellis An AI chatbot created by a Grand Valley faculty member and staff member is helping students in the Seidman College of Business master key software that is implemented by businesses and government agencies around the world. The chatbot, named ADA (or Advanced Digita more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 24 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * Hopwood Writing Awards announced List of 2025 winners The University of Michigan announced the winners of the 2025 Avery and Jule Hopwood Awards and other writing contests administered by the Hopwood Program. This year's contests received 1,096 submissions from 350 students at all three campuses, the second-highest number of submissions in Hopwood history. The 146 prizes totaled more than $277,000 more PR

WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * ICYMI: Kristen McDonald Rivet Called out for Fearmongering A new report shows that Kristen McDonald Rivet is once again lying and fearmongering, prioritizing partisan political games over Michiganders. Kristen McDonald Rivet claimed to 'save' the Saginaw Social Security Office, but the truth is the office's future was never in jeopardy and not a single Social Security office has closed a more PR

LANSING, Michigan, April 23 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Michigan Republicans Mired in Hypocrisy as Detroit News Exposes Trump Taking $1 Million from Chinese-Linked Gotion After spending an entire election cycle throwing lies and misinformation about the Chinese-linked Gotion, Michigan Republicans have stayed mum on Trump taking $1 million LANSING -- In case you missed it, The Detroit News exposed the hypocrisy of Donald Trump and the entir more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 23 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * Many local officials in Michigan uncertain about the use of AI or other predictive policing tools Survey researchers describe a 'Wild West' phase, express hope for clarity, regulation While law enforcement surveillance technology use has boomed, some Michigan officials are wary of adopting newer AI-driven policing tools, according to a University of Michigan survey. The Michigan Public Policy Sur more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 21 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * Many political leaders silent during surge in policies EXPERT Q&A Jonathan Hanson Political leaders from both the Republican and Democratic parties have largely opted for a strategy of silence as President Donald Trump approaches the milestone of his first 100 days in office on April 30. The Trump administration has rolled out an array of policy shifts--from immigration to tariffs--but, notably, more PR

ATLANTA, Georgia, April 22 -- Mercer University issued the following news: * * * Junior lands coveted Public Policy and International Affairs Fellowship By Jennifer Fairfield-Williams MACON, Ga. -- Mercer University junior Nivea George was recently accepted to the prestigious Public Policy and International Affairs Program (PPIA) Junior Summer Institute (JSI) at the University of Michigan Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy (Ford School). The PPIA is a national fellowship program that pr more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 21 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * Michigan Minds podcast: Investments in climate change mitigation not being felt yet EXPERT ADVISORY Shalanda Baker is the University of Michigan's first vice provost for sustainability and climate action--two pillars of Vision 2034, the university's 10-year strategic plan that was unveiled last year. Baker has championed a more sustainable and just future throughout her career, which most recently more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 22 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * Mount Everest XR simulation enhances leadership learning for health care learners Everest simulation, immersive activities boost engagement, retention for professionals seeking to sharpen leadership skills Cast members perform one of the Mount Everest simulation scenes on the center's XR Stage during filming for the Leadership for Healthcare Professionals series. You have joined a climbing expedi more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 21 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * Pope Francis redefined Catholic church's role in social justice, global politics Pope Francis.credit: (c) Mazur/catholicnews.org.uk, Flickr, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 EXPERT Q&A As the world considers the legacy of Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff, his guidance on migration, economic justice and unity continues to hold critical importance amid growing political divides. Silvia Pedraza, profe more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, April 25 -- The University of Michigan's Ford School of Public Policy issued the following news: * * * Student Bridge Builders foster constructive dialogue at the Ford School As the political polarization in America rises, navigating across differences to find common ground--and policy solutions--has never been more important. This semester, four students--Rebecca Coyne (MPP '26), Ella Kinder (BA '25), Breah Marie Willy (BA '26), Adriana Werdin (BA '26)--were selected as  more PR

PLANO, Texas, April 24 [Category: BizTransportation] -- Toyota Motor Sales USA posted the following news: * * * Toyota Recognizes Excellence Among North American Suppliers for 2024 York Township, Mich. (April 23, 2025) - Each year, Toyota Motor North America ('Toyota') recognizes exceptional performance among its North American suppliers with awards, which were recently presented at Toyota's Annual Business Meeting in Michigan. Toyota's annual recognition program pays tribute to both its dire more PR

LINCOLN, Nebraska, April 25 -- The University of Nebraska issued the following news: * * * Husker debate takes second in national tourney By Aaron Duncan The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Speech and Debate Team ended another successful year with both speech and debate as national runners up. The Debate Team placed second in Lincoln Douglas Debate at the National Forensic Association's National Tournament held at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, April 17-21. More than 100 stude more PR