Detroit’s waterfront watchdog law is working, but advocates say the public can’t see how.
Environment
Posted inEnvironment
Arboretum Detroit’s green oasis in Poletown East offers vision for reforesting city
The greening of Poletown East reflects a broader conversation unfolding across Detroit.
Posted inEnvironment
Detroit oil recycler drops application to reopen after fire: East side environmental activist ‘thrilled’
When Aevitas Specialty Services caught fire June 30, 2025, it caused approximately 1,000 gallons of oily water to spill onto the street.
Posted inEnvironment
Marathon Petroleum wins air quality permit approval for Detroit refinery expansion
The Detroit oil refinery burned off excess gas during a power outage in early July.
Posted inElection 2026, Environment, Michigan Government
Where Michigan governor candidates stand on data centers, the environment
How would Jocelyn Benson, Chris Swanson, Perry Johnson and John James protect the Great Lakes? How would they approach data centers, climate change and energy policy?
Posted inDetroit City Notebook, Environment, Quality of Life
Detroit parks are getting a boost. What to know
Mayor Mary Sheffield’s administration said the 11 projects were shaped with input from block clubs, neighborhood associations, schools, businesses and organizations that use the parks.
Posted inElection 2026, Environment, Michigan Government
Blowback from latest DTE outage surfaces on midterm campaign trail
Candidates call for accountability from DTE following the Fourth of July weekend outage, and boost efforts to freeze rate hikes, end utility political spending, and increase outage credits.
Posted inDetroit City Notebook, Environment, Health and Welfare
Detroit paying average of $36K to remove, replace ‘dirty’ dirt
Just over 100 properties have been excavated so far over the eight-month process; another 450-plus properties still need to be addressed.
Posted inDetroit City Notebook, Environment
Detroit council opposes unchecked water use by AI data centers
The resolution notes that artificial intelligence data centers use water to cool down and “consume a tremendous amount of resources.”
Posted inArts & Culture, Environment
How a 105-foot schooner is teaching teens the Detroit River’s story
The Detroit River Scholars program gives students in southeast Michigan hands-on experience on the water. Its goal is to break down barriers and help youth find a personal connection to the river.