The bonding bill, sponsored by Sen. Margaret O’Brien of Kalamazoo County, differs from a plan backed by Gov. Rick Snyder, who prefers to raise needed revenue via higher fees.
Jim Malewitz
Jim Malewitz is the former environmental reporter for Bridge.
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Schuette goes to bat for ExxonMobil; brief calls climate change ‘unsettled science’
Last month, the Michigan attorney general signed a court filing in support of energy giant that claims debate about global warming is still ‘raging’ among scientists. Spoiler alert: It’s not.
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Climate change brings risks, opportunity to ‘Pure Michigan’
A climate scientist sees reason for optimism as Michigan and the world grapples with a hotter, more extreme climate.
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How U-M data ‘nerds’ helped Flint find homes with dangerous lead pipes
University of Michigan researchers developed an algorithm that has played an important role in Flint’s efforts to replace hazardous lead service lines. It could help other Michigan cities better locate older, compromised pipes.
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Michigan environment roundup: Rock stacking tourists harm Tahquamenon Falls
This week’s can’t-miss journalism about Michigan’s natural resources.
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In West Michigan, PFAS contamination leaves fruits and veggies to wither
Danger to the groundwater in the town of Parchment could mean trouble to vegetable gardens, prompting some to wonder if their soil is permanently damaged.
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Lake Erie’s algae bloom is growing again after paralyzing Toledo water system
Fueled by farm runoff, harmful algal blooms continue to grow in Western Lake Erie, and climate change may make them even more intense. An expert explains the problem and how it could be addressed.
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Michigan environment roundup: Recyclers scramble as China halts plastic, paper imports
This week’s can’t-miss journalism about Michigan’s natural resources.
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Gretchen Whitmer officially taps Garlin Gilchrist II as running mate
Whitmer’s announcement came as Democrats and Republicans prepare for their nominating conventions — and days after GOP Attorney General Bill Schuette named Kent County Clerk and former state Rep. Lisa Posthumus Lyons.
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Floods test mettle in Michigan’s UP. Waiting for relief tests patience.
Yoopers are doing it themselves, digging out after the worst flooding in more than a generation. But money is running out, and folks are getting tired of waiting for emergency relief assistance.