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Conflict over a blockbuster farm chemical
Glyphosate is the best-selling farm chemical ever in American agriculture. $2.8 billion in annual sales and roughly 280 million pounds applied annually on U.S. crop fields, most of it on corn and soybeans in Michigan and other Midwest farm states.
Judge strikes down Michigan abortion restrictions
The ruling says Michigan’s voter-backed constitutional amendment means the state’s abortion protections go even beyond Roe v. Wade.
EPA Outlines New PFAS Strategy Amid Expert Concerns
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.
On April 28, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin announced new measures to address PFAS, including increased research, improved testing and updated guidelines to limit PFAS contamination in water systems.
Liberal judges tighten grip on Michigan Supreme Court as sentencing cases loom
The Michigan Supreme Court has a new justice, new leadership and a 6-1 liberal majority after former Chief Justice Clementâs departure. Their docket is heavy on criminal justice in coming months…
Alleged Hells Angels biker swept up in gambling bust shot dead
An alleged Hells Angels biker who was swept up in a massive bust targeting illegal sports betting was shot dead outside a Burlington restaurant.