Environment stories in Detroit

Detroit has always claimed the tiger as its own - both the striped kind prowling Amur habitats and the baseball kind prowling Comerica Park. This Sunday, for the first time, those two worlds officially share a field.The Detroit Zoo is hosting Detroit Tigers Day on April 26, an immersive, baseball-th

Flooding aftermath of Edenville Dam failure | Timothy Wenzel of Midland photoOn Thursday, a Court of Claims judge dismissed a lawsuit against the state of Michigan after determining a pair of state agencies were not responsible for a catastrophic dam failure in 2020. When the Edenville and Sanford d

Campsites were still underwater Thursday at Mitchell State Park in Cadillac. More than 60 campgrounds, boat launches and other recreation sites are closed due to flooding. (Courtesy of Michigan Department of Natural Resources)

Born and raised MI but living in Cali since 2008. Every time I come back home can’t help but notice we have a lot of local brand foods - like I just ordered from a deli nearby, and all the soda options are faygo, all the bags of chips are great lakes chips brand (omg the cherry bbq wow), and i notic

One of two public campgrounds in Wayne County is reopening this summer after extensive renovations. Located in Lower Huron Metropark, the Walnut Grove Campground features 15 ADA-accessible campsites and connects to the Iron Belle Trail, Huron River Water Trail and the rest of the 13-park, 25,0

The turbine for the Cheboygan Dam powerhouse was offline for much of the flooding event last week, significantly reducing the amount of water that could flow through the dam. Federal regulators have ordered the powerhouse owners to develop a plan for keeping it online. (Courtesy of Roy Davis)

Whether you’re going to the Eastern Market on Saturdays, picnicking at Belle Isle, or attending festivals and pop-up events throughout the state, spring is the season for a specific kind of cannabis.  The post Your guide to the best cannabis in Michigan for the spring appeared first on Detroit Metro

A powerful tornado in Oklahoma damaged about 40 homes in one county, ripping roofs off of some and reducing others to rubble in a rural community as emergency crews went door-to-door and rescued some trapped residents, authorities said. The confirmed tornado Thursday moved across parts of Enid, a ci

A large, unstable ice block has halted hundreds of climbers at Mount Everest's base camp, posing risks for their ascent. Officials are assessing the situation as climbers wait for conditions to improve.

Wildfires are increasingly affecting the Eastern United States, with a recent blaze in Georgia destroying over 50 homes. Experts attribute this rise to climate change, drought, and environmental factors, highlighting a shift in wildfire dynamics in the region.

The Ypsilanti Community Utilities Authority has enacted a 12-month moratorium on supplying water to data centers, responding to concerns over water capacity and environmental impact. This decision follows a request from Ypsilanti Township amid plans for a large University of Michigan data center.

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There’s something special about the way nature creates its own art and it’s even more special how creativity can live, breathe, and grow right alongside those green spaces. Visitors will get that experience as it comes to life at Palmer Park with Art and Music in the Trees. It’ll turn t

[Link: https://i.redd.it/9kag542cu0xg1.jpeg] I live by a park and we get a lot of ferals and dumped animals. A couple of months ago this very long haired cat started coming around, and it was clear it was new to the outside world. I caught him a month ago because he could barely move due to severe

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Hey all, My U-M parking pass expires may 1st, but I don’t drive home until may 7th. where’s my best bet on keeping my car for that week?

I am just looking for some information about the Tomahawk Creek Flooding area. I know all the rivers are blown out up north. I have a couple spots I like to venture out to in the Tomahawk Creek Flooding area (specifically Tomahawk Lake Hwy & Co Rd 634. Does anyone know if either of those road

Sterling Heights is investing millions in sustainability through a new millage aimed at expanding parks, restoring tree canopies, and establishing a community garden. The initiative includes a commitment to plant 3,000 trees annually and preserve open spaces for future generations.

Michigan’s recycling rate tops 26%, a record high for the fifth straight yearThe state still trails the national recycling rate of about 32% Advocates call to eradicate the state’s bottle deposit law to make recycling more accessible  DETROIT — Michigan’s recycling rate has climbed to 26%, topping p

i know the title is silly, im more so wanting a good recommendation on where in the ann arbor area i should go for a nice trail walk and be able to sit down and read after. i usually go to parker mill but want a change of sceneary!

[Link: https://i.redd.it/t7ykrh7kiywg1.jpeg] According to a 2018 Article written around the time the old water slide was demolished, it said there was a splash park to be built on the same site. Whatever happened to it? 8 years later and not any updates or anything?

This article first appeared on Planet Detroit and is republished here under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License. Overview: Detroit area ranks 11th-worst nationally for short-term particle pollution and 9th for year-round PM2.5, says American Lung Associatio

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Michigan's recycling rate has reached a record high of 26%, marking the fifth consecutive year of improvement. While still below the national average of 32%, state officials are optimistic about reaching a 30% goal by 2029, attributing the increase to better access and educational outreach.

Nuclear energy is experiencing a resurgence globally, driven by safety improvements and geopolitical tensions. With over 400 reactors operational and many more under construction, experts predict a strong comeback in the Americas, Europe, and Asia.

Empty out some drawers and closets, and chances are you will find an old phone, laptop, or other device collecting dust.This Earth Day, there are a few ways to give unused devices a new life, starting with recycling."Even if they no longer have value to you, they have a lot of environmental value,"

[Link: https://v.redd.it/uoo3ffhuruwg1] A homeless man just tried to off me. I was playing basketball at around 9:15. The park closes at 10. He started screaming “F\*\*\* you I’m gonna kill you. You understand?” And he started advancing. Bro was acting like a total nut job. “I’m 39 and I’ll still b