Marcus Bennett
Freelance Journalist · Detroit, MI
PureSource News LLC
Marcus Bennett is a Detroit based freelance journalist whose coverage includes business, government, labor, manufacturing, and public policy. He has a particular interest in economic developments affecting communities and the industries that support them. Bennett frequently combines public records, company information, government data, and interviews with people familiar with the subject. He focuses on establishing a reliable factual record and presenting developments in a balanced and accessible manner.
Articles by Marcus Bennett
141 published articles — showing the 24 most recent
Burke Named Director of Dental Research Institute
Dentist Jonathan E. Burke will lead the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research starting Sept. 20, 2026. He assumes command of an institute managing an annual budget exceeding $520 million.
Cregger Directs Eighth Resident Evil Film
Zach Cregger's eighth Resident Evil film opened in U.S. theaters on September 18, 2026. The movie is expected to begin streaming on Netflix around January 2027.
Equinix Hires Contractor for 5,000-Gallon Spill Cleanup
Equinix hired Clean Harbors to remediate a 5,000-gallon diesel spill in Secaucus. Hackensack Riverkeeper seeks natural resource damages while state officials report no impact on drinking water.
Forty-Six Democrats Seek Iran War Cost Breakdown
Forty-six Democratic senators demanded a detailed cost breakdown for Iran military operations from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The group seeks clarity on a $67 billion supplemental funding request and prior expenditures.
Study Links Nepal Glacier Collapse to Climate Change
World Weather Attribution found climate change destabilized the Langtang Lirung glacier in August 2026. The collapse killed over 1,300 people and caused $5 billion in damages.
Kehoe Joins Charges Against 160 Fraud Defendants in Florida
Prosecutors charged over 160 defendants with stealing $245 million in pandemic relief funds. Officials say 870,000 borrowers face suspension for $39 billion in suspected fraud.
Los Angeles Dodgers Clinch 14th Straight Playoff Berth With Win Over Cincinnati
Los Angeles defeated Cincinnati 4-1 on Monday to secure their 14th consecutive playoff berth. The victory ties the Major League Baseball record for straight postseason appearances set by the Atlanta Braves.
Bonta Seeks Freeze on Corteva Assets in South Carolina
California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a motion to freeze $39 billion in Corteva assets. The legal action aims to stop a planned spinoff that could limit funds for PFAS cleanup.
10-Year U.S. Treasury Yield Hits 5% for First Time Since 2023
The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield reached 5% on September 14, 2026, marking its highest level since October 2023. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose to 6.76% as traders increased bets on a Federal Reserve rate hike.
NNSA Deploys AI to Design Aires Tide Test Vehicle
The National Nuclear Security Administration uses artificial intelligence and supercomputers to design the Aires Tide flight test vehicle. This effort under the Genesis Mission aims to accelerate modernization of the U.S.
Holguin Mendez Indicted in $135M Laundering Scheme
A grand jury indicted William Andres Holguin Mendez for a $135 million money laundering conspiracy. The scheme moved drug proceeds through cryptocurrency to 207 bank accounts in Colombia.
Tambotatug Pelitecan Extends Survival in Lung Cancer Study
The TAISHAN-302 study shows a statistical separation favoring tambotatug pelitecan over topotecan in interim overall survival analysis. Researchers predict antibody-drug conjugates will become standard second-line therapy within five years.
Alaska Drops Voter Cases Against American Samoans
The Alaska Department of Law dismissed voter misconduct charges against eleven American Samoan residents on Friday.
Search Shifts to Vanuatu Coast as 12 Found
Rescue teams moved search efforts to Vanuatu's south-east coast after locating 12 people. Officials will investigate potential negligence and overloading of the MV Matui.
Justice Department Loses All Felony Assault Trials in U.S. Protest Cases
The Justice Department secured no felony convictions in twelve protest assault trials, with all cases ending in acquittal, mistrial, or dismissal; ten people pleaded guilty to felony assault, and an Associated Press analysis found that less than half of the protesters charged were convicted.
House Rules Committee Sets Russia Sanctions Bill Meeting
The House Rules Committee scheduled a Monday meeting for the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act. The Senate previously passed the bill with an 86-11 vote to impose tariffs on major Russian energy buyers.
Binder Oversees 18,000 Israel Strikes on Iran
IDF Military Intelligence chief Shlomi Binder managed 18,000 strikes in 2026 that destroyed most of Iran's nuclear infrastructure.
U.S. Summer 2026 Sets Heat Record as Drought Expands
The contiguous United States recorded its hottest summer on record in 2026 with temperatures exceeding the 2012 high by 0.08 degrees. Drought conditions grew across the region.
Liao Cites Adaptability as Central to Global Shifts
Carol Liao told leaders on September 8 that adaptability matters more than technology. She noted only 25% of CEOs see tangible AI value despite high priority.
Pamela Anderson Accepts amfAR Award of Courage in Venice
Pamela Anderson accepted the amfAR Award of Courage in Venice on Sunday while discussing her survival of hepatitis C. She stated that treatment costs depleted her bank account before a cure became available in 2011.
Wrestler Bill Dundee Dies at 82 in Memphis
Professional wrestler Bill Dundee died on September 7, 2025, at age 82, his son Jamie announced. The cause of death was not disclosed, though Dundee had lived with stage three dementia since 2023.
Mayday Tops Apple TV+ Chart After New York Premiere
The film Mayday began streaming on Apple TV+ and took the top global viewership spot. It displaced the movie F1, which had previously held the number-one position on the chart.
Air Force Accelerates MMA Drone Program After Losses
The U.S. Air Force is accelerating its Massed Modular Aircraft program to replace lost MQ-9 Reaper drones. Officials plan to field 180 new units at $10 million each within three years.
California City Center Bans Contact Visits for Detainees
The California City detention center prohibits all contact visits, forcing 1,600 detainees to communicate with families through glass barriers.