DETROIT - When former President Donald Trump campaigned on a promise to end the $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit, many people pointed to his newfound close ties with Tesla CEO Elon Musk as proof that he wouldn't really act to deliberately harm America's nascent EV sector. But as with all things Musk, it's not that simple. It never
OLUMBUS, Ohio - In the three months since legal recreational marijuana sales began in Ohio, $15.5 million has been collected for state and local governments from an extra tax on marijuana. Between Aug. 6 and Saturday, recreational dispensary customers have spent just over $155 million on product, according to the Ohio Division of Cannabis Control.
DETROIT - Numerous sustainable energy sources have come onto the market, but photovoltaics remain the most popular and widely used. However, the collection modules are not noted for their efficiency. But now we have the translucent solar panel that will replace windows and has great performance. A state-of-the-art solar panel that is translucent: what we
ANN ARBOR – Finalists Selected in First Army Digital Transformation Challenge. </strong>The National Center for Manufacturing Sciences (NCMS) has announced eight innovative finalists for the 2024 Army Digital Transformation Challenge. Hence, explaining how new technologies and methods are helping the U.S. Army improve and modernize quickly. 1. Overview of the 2024 Army Digital Transformation Challenge:
The Midwest has quietly transformed into a powerhouse for cybersecurity innovation in recent years. Known historically for manufacturing and agriculture, the region has earned a new moniker, the “Silicon Heartland,” reflecting its growing influence in the tech sector. Today, the Midwest’s cybersecurity ecosystem is thriving, with tech startups, venture capital, and an expanding workforce converging
In the quickly changing world of software development, test automation is a critical component that improves testing methods' efficacy, accuracy, and speed. As software gets more complicated, the requirement for reliable testing frameworks that can automate tedious operations grows. Open-source test automation solutions are unique among the many options accessible to developers because of their
BYRON CENTER — A bizarre sighting in West Michigan has left hundreds of people scratching their heads. Last Friday, a dark mysterious object was spotted floating in the air, sparking widespread curiosity and speculation. The sightings were concentrated along Gezon Parkway in the Byron Center-Wyoming area. Descriptions of the object varied, with some likening it
LANSING – The Giving Trees Park is a placemaking project in the Southwest-most part of the Core City neighborhood in Detroit that is focused on creatively addressing food-access/green space insecurities in the community by repurposing vacant lots into community hubs that host fruit trees, shade trees, green gathering spaces, and community resources. This effort will
KALAMAZOO - Kalamazoo Craft Beverage Week is celebrating its 15th year during the week of February 1 - 8, 2025. Events and specials highlighting local craft beverage makers will take place all throughout the week at breweries, wineries, distilleries, bars and restaurants around Kalamazoo County. For the second year, local artists can get involved in
GRAND RAPIDS - Join the West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum for an insightful webinar that explores how climate change is reshaping the Great Lakes region, focusing on the impacts of rising water temperatures and increased heat. Experts will discuss the environmental and public health challenges, including threats to aquatic ecosystems, increased heat stress, and risks
