Category: Michigan
Drug use a growing factor in fatal crashes on Michigan roadways
New Michigan crash data show drugs now factor in one-quarter road fatalities, up from 19% a decade ago. Overall road deaths remain elevated since the pandemic, with teens, seniors, motorcyclists and bicyclists seeing increased risks….
Michigan Senate OKs plan to curtail hazardous waste and trash imports
Plan approved by the Michigan Senate would curtail the stateâs hazardous waste industry by raising disposal fees, banning the disposal of some radioactive waste and pausing approvals for new facilities. It now heads to the House….
Palisades nuclear power plant returns to “operating status” three years after shutdown
Operating status means the plant is allowed to receive new nuclear fuel. It is not yet generating power. It is the first nuclear plant in the U.S. to ever return to operations after going into decommissioning status.
Under federal threat, U-M to end gender-affirming care for minors
That puts pressure on other doctors, too. âIâm not going to jail over this,â says one….
Crumbling U.P. dam reveals potential risks of private hydroelectric ownership
A crumbling, century-old dam in AuTrain Township could threaten local businesses and public safety, with some worried about a dam failure or its possible removal. What does that mean for dams elsewhere in the state.