Author: Great Lakes Commission
How a Michigan Supreme Court decision on a Line 5 permit might ripple beyond the pipeline
Justices vacated a permit for the pipeline, while also issuing a consequential ruling for state environmental reviews on several fronts — including the state’s public trust doctrine. “It is literally breathing life into the law,” said one legal expert.
New study unearths the diverse, rock-eating fungi living beneath northern Michigan
University of Michigan researchers found evidence that life in the ancient geologic formation known as the Antrim Shale might be as diverse as a drop of ocean water. “It’s pretty mind-blowing,” said one researcher. The findings could change how the field thinks about carbon cycling underground.
Rematch: Callie Barr wins Democratic primary to face Bergman in November
Getting to Capitol Hill might be an uphill climb for Barr. Republican U.S. Rep. Jack Bergman has held the seat for 10 years, and it’s been occupied by a Republican since 2011.
Benzie Co. voters reject millage by 9 votes, Fife Lake carries on as village
A handful of questions faced voters in various counties and towns on Tuesday. A crucial one in Benzie was defeated by an incredibly narrow margin.
It’s Benson vs. James in November to be Michigan’s next governor
Democrat Jocelyn Benson and Republican John James both handily clinched their party’s nominations in primary voting on Tuesday.
