Attorney General Dana Nessel’s team was back in federal court this week, arguing that her long-running lawsuit to shut down Enbridge’s Line 5 oil pipeline should be decided in Michigan.
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The Great Lakes region is in the midst of a seismic energy shakeup, from skyrocketing data center demand and a nuclear energy boom, to expanding renewables and electrification. In 2026, the Great Lakes News Collaborative will explore how shifting supply and demand affect the region and its waters. Read the series here.
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Solar eclipse April 8: How Michigan residents, others can protect eyes
Now’s the time to get your hands on a pair of eclipse glasses in preparation for April’s display of celestial wonder.
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Solar eclipse 2024: What time and other answers from a Michigan astronomer
Ted Bergin, astronomy professor at the University of Michigan, spoke with Bridge Michigan to answer common questions about the total solar eclipse on April 8.
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Michigan shortens coyote hunting season, irking some hunters
State regulators have shortened Michigan’s coyote hunting season from year-round to nine months, hoping to avoid killing parents while their pups are in the den. Not everyone likes the change.
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Critics push to block Michigan's first 'chemical recycling' facility
Clean-Seas Newaygo would employ up to 60 people and support economic development, advocates say — that is, if a Senate bill doesn’t stop the companies’ plans.
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Judge holds Flint in contempt for continued lead pipe replacement delays
The city was supposed to finish replacing all lead service lines in Flint by 2020. The work still isn’t done. The ruling includes no financial penalties.
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Road salt use dips 37% in Michigan warm winter, saving millions, easing pollution
Michigan in poised to save $10 million alone in road salt costs. It’s a similar story for county road crews, bucking a trend of increased use — and pollution — in lakes, rivers and groundwater.
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Lake Superior warming fast; push is on to cut energy at Pictured Rocks, parks
National Park Service wants to wean off fossil fuels. That means switching to electric mowers at Pictured Rocks, solar at Keweenaw National Historical Park and discontinuing diesel generators on Isle Royale.
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Michigan has 9 months to figure out new energy law. Some say time is wasting
Come November, Michigan will dramatically change how it regulates large wind and solar developments. On Thursday, experts raised a host of concerns.
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What time is it in Michigan? Daylight saving time 2024 arrives this weekend
Early Sunday morning clocks should be set an hour ahead, and people will lose an hour of sleep.