The latest round of city water samples shows a slight dip in average lead levels, and efforts to remove lead pipes from the city water system are running ahead-of-schedule.
Kelly House
Kelly House covers Michigan environmental issues for Bridge. She joined the Bridge staff in March 2020. Previously, Kelly reported for the Oregonian, where her coverage of the environment and other topics garnered national honors and sparked state efforts to better protect Oregon’s natural resources. She has a master’s degree in environmental law from Lewis & Clark Law School and a bachelor’s in journalism from Michigan State University. She is from Harrison and lives in Lansing. You can reach her at khouse@bridgemi.com or on Twitter at @Kelly_M_House.
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Regulators: No Enbridge Line 5 tunnel decision without more safety info
The Michigan Public Service Commission voted to collect more evidence on safety and explosion risks before deciding whether to grant the Canadian energy company a key permit to begin the tunnel project in the Straits of Mackinac.
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U.S. Supreme Court limits climate action, but Michigan aims to stay course
The 6-3 ruling hinders federal efforts to regulate carbon emissions in U.S. power plants. But environmentalists and utilities say the state’s 2016 reforms of energy law will help Michigan continue its shift away from fossil fuels.
Posted inMichigan Government
Supreme Court: Flint water indictments against Rick Snyder, others invalid
The Michigan Supreme Court unanimously rejected the use of a one-judge grand jury by Attorney General Dana Nessel’s office to indict the ex-governor and other Flint water crisis defendants. Snyder’s lawyers blasted prosecutors as “vindictive.”
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See where you can borrow free camping gear in Michigan
Dreaming of a campout, but can’t afford a tent? Grand Rapids and Detroit — with more cities to come — are launching gear libraries to break down economic barriers to the Great Outdoors.
Posted inMichigan Health Watch
Michigan's emotions span from tearful to jubilant over abortion ruling
From grocery stores to coffee shops, here’s a glimpse into some of the conversations across the state following the historic Supreme Court decision.
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National Guard on Camp Grayling expansion: Troops won’t be in your backyard
At the first public meeting on a proposal to dramatically expand the training facility’s footprint on public land, military officials and state land managers sought to allay the concerns of area residents and outdoors groups.
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Grand Traverse group wins praise for preserving key land from development
Protecting some properties from development is critical to curbing climate change and preserving northern Michigan’s natural beauty. The Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy has become a national leader.
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Will Michigan’s grid stand up to heat wave? What to know as temps soar.
Extreme heat, like that Wednesday, is growing more common in Michigan. Utilities say they’re prepared for customers to crank up the A/C, while community organizations find creative ways to keep residents cool. Here are four things to know.
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As Saginaw Bay pollution grows, farmers urge other farmers to change ways
State officials this spring declared Saginaw Bay “impaired” due to nutrient pollution. Farmers like Steve Tait are now working to convince fellow farmers that no-till and other soil-conservation practices are profitable, along with good for the environment.