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Michigan Environment Watch
Michigan Environment Watch examines how public policy, industry, and other factors interact with the state’s trove of natural resources.
Great Lakes News Collaborative
Bridge Michigan, Circle of Blue, Great Lakes Now at Detroit Public Television, The Narwhal and Michigan Public work together to report on the most pressing threats to the Great Lakes region’s water. This independent journalism is supported by the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation. You can find all of the collaborative’s stories here.
Shockwave
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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Appeals court nixes Michigan PFAS water limits in ruling for 3M
In a 2-1 ruling, a Michigan Court of Appeals panel said the state failed to analyze the cost to businesses of complying with the stricter PFAS rules, as was required. The limits will remain in place, however, until the litigation is over.
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In Benton Harbor, lead lines are gone but water remains a luxury
It took years of resident complaints and millions in federal money but the lead water lines have finally been replaced. But now there’s a growing challenge in this cash-strapped city: ever-increasing water bills.
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Pentagon to address PFAS at Wurtsmith base near Oscoda
Military officials announced they will install groundwater treatment systems around the former Wurtsmith Air Force Base to clean up chemical compounds linked to serious health issues.
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The life of Peanut: Inside the story of the world’s oldest living chicken
She began life as a ‘waddled up mess’ and was almost thrown away. But this spring, Peanut, 21, of Chelsea, was verified as the world’s oldest chicken by the Guinness World Records. Now retired, she spends her days pecking at cats.
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New federal money is the start of an effort to make Great Lakes coasts more resilient
Federal money can be used to restore wetlands, buy property to use as a buffer, and invest in nature-based infrastructure.
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How to help Maui, Hawaii, residents affected by fires from Michigan
At least 55 people have died from the devastation. Here’s how you can help.
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How to watch Perseid meteor shower in Michigan: when is peak, where to look
The best chance to see a meteor shower without a telescope could come Saturday night and early Sunday morning. Here’s what you need to know.
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Consumers’ decision on 13 dams could alter Michigan rivers, towns
Consumers Energy is weighing what to do with old, hydropower dams that cost more to operate and maintain than the value of the energy they provide. But removing the dams has consequences for major rivers and local economies.
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Control for frog-bit and water soldiers
Almost a century later, frog-bit has become a formidable nuisance, especially along parts of Lake Huron and in southeast Michigan.