Category: Michigan
Waves of Change: Meet Environmental Justice Public Advocate Regina Strong | Great Lakes Now
Waves of Change is an online interview series highlighting the diverse faces and perspectives shaping the environmental justice movement throughout the Great Lakes region.
This month, we spoke with Regina Strong, Environmental Justice Public Advocate at the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE).
For anyone in Michigan, there are two important timely things to note from the interview:
- Applications for the MI EJ Impact grants, open through July 15, 2024.
As Ford downsizes battery plant, Michigan slashes over $600M in incentives | Bridge Michigan
Michigan officials are rolling back a $1 billion incentive package for Ford after it downsized its BlueOval Battery Park. Once planned for over 700 acres, with 2,500 jobs, itâs now slated at roughly 500 acres and 1,700 jobs….
2024 Michigan elections: Democratic legislator calls for Biden withdraw | Bridge Michigan
This continually updated tracker includes information on Michigan political campaigns for president, U.S. Senate, the U.S. House and state House….
Audit: Michigan child welfare system slow, leaving kids at risk | Bridge Michigan
The stateâs auditor general says Michiganâs Child Protective Services is slow to investigate allegations of child abuse and neglect, but the head of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has fired back, saying the probe is âdeceitful and dishonest.â…
As Biden reassures Democrats, cracks emerge in Michigan’s united front | Bridge Michigan
As he returns to Detroit, Joe Biden vows to remain in the presidential race. Some Michigan Democrats are still concerned….
Beaver Island takes early steps to test wave energy in its waters | Great Lakes Now
By Izzy Ross, Interlochen Public Radio
This coverage is made possible through a partnership with IPR and Grist, a nonprofit independent media organization dedicated to telling stories of climate solutions and a just future.
A project off the shore of Beaver Island could harness the power of Lake Michigan’s waves to generate renewable energy.
Bridge elections FAQ video: Biden weaknesses, Slotkin strengths and more | Bridge Michigan
Bridge Michigan answers reader questions in our weekly elections FAQ show. In the latest episode, political reporters break down the Democratic pressure campaign for President Joe Biden to end his reelection bid….
Consumers, DTE to expand EV charger network in Michigan | Bridge Michigan
Consumers Energy will help build 1,500 public fast-chargers by 2030, it announced Thursday. Utilities view EV charging as a moneymaker and a cost-saver for customers. But their investments still pale in comparison to Michiganâs need….
How to protect pets during Michigan’s blue-green algae season | Bridge Michigan
Before heading to Michigan beaches this summer, check for blue-green algae that poses a risk to human and animal health….
Hurricane Beryl could bring nasty weather, floods to Michigan this week | Bridge Michigan
Michigan and other Midwestern states could face heavy rain and thunderstorms throughout the week as tropical storm Beryl approaches Texas….