Tag: Detroit
Detroit’s vacant lots have surprising upside: boosting bird diversity
Empty lots in deindustrialized cities like Detroit may contribute to bird species diversity, says a new study by researchers at MSU and Carleton University in Canada. The study recommends that vacant land management in the city takes a balanced approach that considers the needs of both residents and birds….
Eyes glued on a small houseboat that navigated the St. Clair River
A small houseboat navigating the waters of the St. Clair River onto Lake Huron has caught the fascination of witnesses and social media users alike as they capture the vessel’s […]
Giant waves are forecast on Lake Huron. How high the waves will get
Mariners, boaters and lakeside communities are preparing across the region as strong winds from a storm system heading for Michigan are expected to create monster waves on the Great Lakes […]
Detroit OKs $5.6M in tax breaks for two new sports facilities
The two projects, valued at nearly $300 million when combined, reflect successes and limitations of the cityâs community benefits process. …
Saving Great Lakes whitefish is a race against time
Bridge Michigan has spent the past several months chronicling the demise of the lower Great Lakes whitefish, investigating causes, consequences and potential solutions. Now, they’re teaming up with Detroit PBS […]