Parts of Michigan are in the most ‘severe’ drought since 2012, with much of the Lower Peninsula receiving far less rainfall than normal. That’s left rivers running low and soil moisture scarce, affecting agriculture.
Environment
Posted inEnvironment, Political and Public Policy Information
Solving the world’s microplastics problem: 4 solutions cities and states are trying after global treaty talks collapsed
While U.S. and global solutions seem far off, policies to limit harm from microplastics are gaining traction at the state and local levels.
Posted inArts & Culture, Environment
Sustain-A-City: Detroit reimagines sustainability through art
Detroit’s creative spirit intersects with environmental advocacy for “Sustain-A-City: A Vision for a Thriving, Resilient Detroit.” The art is showcased on billboards through Sept. 14.
Posted inBusiness, Environment, Health and Welfare
Detroit inspector general suspends demolition contractor for contaminated dirt
Based on a preliminary review, the inspector general’s office requested the city’s Construction and Demolition Department conduct testing of the dirt, which found that the soil in more than 80% of properties Gayanga worked on failed to meet the state’s residential standards, according to a news release.
Posted inEnvironment, Health and Welfare
Detroit named toughest city for asthma sufferers in new report
Detroit tops the 2025 Asthma Capitals report, highlighting the city’s struggle with high asthma rates, ER visits, and asthma-related deaths, underscoring the urgent need for systemic change.
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Michigan fall colors 2025: Peak times and best spots to see them
As summer fades, Michigan’s trees shift from green to vibrant shades of red, orange, yellow and brown. Each fall, the state offers some of the best places to enjoy colorful, scenic views.
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Detroit River nonprofit targets wetlands loss with island habitat restoration
The Detroit River lost “probably 95%” of its coastal wetlands, “particularly on the Detroit side,” says riverkeeper Bob Burns.
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‘Actions speak louder than words’: Detroiters weigh in on Belle Isle’s future following $144M investment
A decade after the state takeover and $144 million in improvements, Detroiters are weighing what’s been gained, and what’s been lost, on the city’s river island.
Posted inEnvironment, Political and Public Policy Information
Transfer prices and your bill: What Michigan’s clean energy law means for you
The formula utilities use to compare renewables to fossil fuels is coming under fire, and the changes could shift dollars toward or away from ratepayers.
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Keep Growing Detroit fundraises to buy Eastern Market property, aims for ‘food sovereign city’
Keep Growing Detroit nears $40,000 fundraising goal for purchase of neighboring Eastern Market property.