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Michigan environmental news: Detroit tornado damage, DTE Gas rate hike request, COVID vaccine delay for kids
This week's Michigan environmental news: DTE Gas seeks another rate increase hours after approval of a $74.5-million hike, Detroit assesses tornado damage to 101 properties, and GOP gubernatorial nominee John James proposes tripling the cap on utility alternatives.
Alma Band Hits High Note at Comerica Park
Michael MacDonald Herald Editor Detroit Tigers mascot Paws provided a moment of levity for Alma High School’s marching band by taking a turn on the cymbals in the Comerica Park tunnel before the musicians stepped onto the field to perform the national anthem last Tuesday. The…
Benson, James offer differing plans on tariffs, data centers, health care at Detroit Economic Club
The two major party candidates for Michigan governor answered questions before the Detroit Economic Club Wednesday. As Russ McNamara reports, Republican John James and Democrat Jocelyn Benson had differing visions of governance.
Benson, James offer differing plans on tariffs, data centers, health care at Detroit Econ Club
Michigan gubernatorial candidates Jocelyn Benson and John James outlined their plans to lower costs, addressing tariffs, data centers, health care, and state government.
As Michigan bans phones in classrooms, educator argues for teaching digital literacy instead
While Michigan joins many other states in banning phones during school, one educator says schools should teach students responsible phone use instead of restricting access to technology they'll use for life.
Detroit police determine death of Ali Wissam Aoun was a suicide
DETROIT — The death of 27-year-old Dearborn resident Ali Wissam Aoun has been determined to be a suicide, according to the Detroit Police Department. Detroit Police Department spokesman Jackson Vidaurri informed The Arab American News of the department’s findings by phone and…
Voices: Michigan’s water systems need cybersecurity coordination after summer attacks
Nine Michigan water systems reported cyber intrusions this summer as part of nationwide attacks on water infrastructure. Brandon Jessup argues the state needs coordinated defenses, not fragmented responses.
Trump EPA moves to eliminate climate rules for coal, gas power plants
The EPA is expected to repeal rules limiting greenhouse gas emissions from coal and natural gas power plants, a move that could prevent future regulation and reverse years of climate policy.
Michigan environmentalists push for statewide data center moratorium, regulations as bills stall
Environmental advocates are urging Michigan lawmakers to enact a one-year moratorium on new data center construction and pass stronger regulations to protect communities from water use, energy strain, and secretive development deals.
Columbus Free Press
Published September 14She Won: The Investigative Blueprint for State Attorneys General & How To Secure the Midterms
he Democratic Attorneys General Association (DAGA) is hosting its Fall Policy Conference in Detroit, Michigan, from September 9–10, 2026, and we need those state attorneys general to receive the attached 2024 Election Investigation Blueprint from tens of thousands of Americans.…
Senate Democrats propose significant changes to Michigan’s automatic power outage credit
By Kyle Davidson, Michigan Advance After severe weather knocked out power for hundreds of thousands of Michigan residents last week, members of the Democrat-led state Senate are introducing legislation to provide Michiganders facing lengthy outages with hourly payments. Sens.…
Federal court throws out Trump order forcing Michigan coal plant to stay open
A federal appeals court ruled Friday that the Energy Department exceeded its authority when it forced the 64-year-old J.H. Campbell coal plant to stay open past its planned May 2025 retirement, costing ratepayers $259 million.