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Black bears spotted in West Michigan emerging from hibernation
A few black bears have been spotted in West Michigan recently — in backyards, on porches, and in trees.
Monarch butterflies reach Michigan in annual migration
According to the Journey North Program, the first reported sighting in the state was on April 23 in St. Clair Shores.
Beyond the Shore, a new Michigan Public podcast, uncovers why our lakes are so great
Why do you think the Great Lakes are so… well, great? We traveled to each of the lakes to discover one thing about each that makes them so special, and uncovered what environmental changes might jeopardize that greatness. Listen wherever you get your podcasts starting May 1.
Michigan is off the hook in lawsuit over 2020 dam collapse that flooded communities
State regulators have been cleared of liability in a 2020 mid-Michigan dam failure that flooded communities, destroyed more than 100 homes and drained popular lakes.
Stateside: Wednesday, April 22, 2026
A hunger strike began Monday at North Lake Processing Center. Plus, a vintage toy store in Livonia is adapting to younger generations of customers.