Category: Michigan
DeVos family pledges millions, taps Ronna McDaniel to help GOP win Michigan
The billionaire DeVos family is pledging millions to help Republicans reclaim Michigan state government through a newly-announced group named Michigan Forward Network….
‘Forever chemicals’ found nationwide in Canada, CBC map shows
Catch the latest updates on what’s happening with PFAS in the Great Lakes region. Check back for more PFAS news roundups every other week on our website.
CBC News released an interactive map illustrating PFAS hotspots across Canada, revealing widespread “forever chemical” contamination in every province and territory.
Judge throws out murder charge against Michigan trooper who struck fleeing man
Det. Sgt. Brian Keely struck a fleeing man with his unmarked SUV in 2024. The judge says the officer’s role with a federal task force gives him immunity from state prosecution….
Illinois wants to protect the Great Lakes from invasive carp. A toxic mess stands in the way.
By Juanpablo Ramirez-Franco, WBEZ
This coverage is made possible through a partnership between WBEZ and Grist, a nonprofit, independent media organization dedicated to telling stories of climate solutions and a just future. Sign up for WBEZ newsletters to get local news you can trust.
Green-energy group: Budget bill would ‘kneecap’ Michigan’s clean energy efforts
A pro-clean energy group says the U.S. House reconciliation budget bill would virtually halt industry development of large-scale solar, wind and battery storage projects in Michigan and the nation.