Michigan Environmental Issues
1890s recession gave us this stand of massive white pine trees in Northern Michigan
Hartwick Pines State Park is home to the largest remaining stand of old growth pine trees in the Lower Peninsula.
Commercial project or green space? 5 reasons developers struck a nerve in Kalamazoo
A third attempt to rezone the parcel near Asylum Lake Preserve failed after a marathon public hearing. It become one of the most controversial topics in recent city history.
Michigan OKs hazardous waste landfill expansion despite local outcry
The decision allows the Wayne Disposal Landfill along I-94 to grow by more than 5 million cubic yards as a lawsuit over radioactive waste continues.
School canceled Friday at Ann Arbor elementary ahead of threat suspect posting bond
Because of expected absences, school officials said the district was 'unable to ensure sufficient staffing for a safe learning environment.'
Appeals court keeps Benton Harbor drinking water lawsuit alive
Judges reject state of Michigan bid to dismiss resident claims, allowing case discovery to resume in the Court of Claims.
Ypsilanti residents raise housing, environmental concerns for Water Street redevelopment
Wedneday's meeting was designed to look for people to serve on an ad hoc committee that will work on identifying what kind of community benefits the redevelopment should bring.
EPA ousts Michigan water advisor who criticized Trump changes
Elin Betanzo was suspended for months and then dismissed from a federal drinking water advisory council after signing a dissent petition.
Town hall on University of Michigan Los Alamos project to address community concerns
Officials are hoping a town hall meeting on Thursday could provide some clarity to residents about facility.
A cherished Michigan fishing hole was nearly lost forever until the public saved it
A project to save a popular fishing spot will be finished this year, with water levels expected to return to normal by 2027.
Conservation question: Should six invasive plant species face new Michigan regulations?
Michiganders have until Feb. 9 to weigh in on proposed restrictions for six invasive species sold in stores across the state.
Michigan Maritime Strategy: Whitmer unveils 10-year jobs and investment plan
The first-of-its-kind strategy aims to modernize ports, grow clean energy manufacturing and protect the Great Lakes while creating thousands of jobs.
If our deep freeze creates an Isle Royale ice bridge, will wolves use it again?
Wolves have used ice bridges to cross onto and off Isle Royale for decades, research has shown. But these bridges are weather-dependent, and this might be the year for one.
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