Highland Park says it is charged 10 times its actual sewer flow by the Great Lakes Water Authority.
Environment
Posted inEnvironment, Political and Public Policy Information
Detroit could block billionaire-owned concrete plant from further neighborhood expansion
We reported on how a concrete plant took over a Detroit neighborhood after a historic land swap facilitated by city officials. Now after years of complaints from residents about dust and noise, officials say they want to limit further growth.
Posted inDetroit City Notebook, Environment
What’s next for Detroit’s green agenda
Among other things, the task force called on the council for things like backing green policies, prioritizing more staff and funding to the Office of Sustainability, investing in safer street designs and more.
Posted inEnvironment
From ‘Three Sisters’ to 3200+ gardens: The long history of growing food in Detroit
More than 3,200 farms and gardens now grow across Detroit, continuing centuries of food cultivation. But as growers face questions about land access, funding and climate change, the city’s farming future remains uncertain.
Posted inEnvironment, Michigan Government, Political and Public Policy Information
Fact check: What’s true and what’s not in Michigan’s data center debate
From noise pollution to job creation, experts weigh in on the biggest claims about the infrastructure that powers AI.
Posted inElection 2026, Environment, Michigan Government
El-Sayed, Rogers face voter opposition to data centers in crucial Senate race
Abdul El-Sayed, Mike Rogers square off in key Senate race in Michigan, where 62% of likely voters oppose data centers.
Posted inArts & Culture, Environment
A new generation is picking up tennis in Detroit
The signs are showing up in different places: new tournaments and leagues, new courts, the return of professional tennis to the area, and a waitlist for the city’s youth lessons.
Posted inCivic and Community Information, Detroit City Notebook, Environment
Detroit council wants to know: What are the alternatives to DTE?
As Detroit’s main source of power and gas, DTE has come under fire repeatedly since the power merger in 2001. Residents and several council members say that needs to change.
Posted inEnvironment
Background weather conditions for Detroit tornado becoming more common
With climate change, the air can hold more moisture, leading to more extreme weather events.
Posted inEnvironment
How Detroiters can take action on air quality
The free two-hour course is part of a quarterly series the city launched earlier this year in partnership with the Green Door Initiative to offer air quality training in each council district.