Belle Isle tree's evolutionary secret is one half of ancient animal relationship
The massive thorns growing out of a tree on Belle Isle could be a living reminder of the ancient beasts that once roamed Michigan. They're found near the giant slide.
The massive thorns growing out of a tree on Belle Isle could be a living reminder of the ancient beasts that once roamed Michigan. They're found near the giant slide.
North Dakota coal miners unearth ancient mammoth fossil: 'Exciting find'
The well-preserved, rare fossil is believed to be at least 10,000 years old.
The well-preserved, rare fossil is believed to be at least 10,000 years old.
Microplastics found in 16 proteins sampled in study, including plant-based alternatives
A new study found microplastics in nearly 90% of proteins sampled, including plant-based meat alternatives.
A new study found microplastics in nearly 90% of proteins sampled, including plant-based meat alternatives.
The craziest weather records set or smashed in 2023
This past year proved that Mother Nature always seems to have some tricks up her sleeves.
This past year proved that Mother Nature always seems to have some tricks up her sleeves.
Some species of frog native to Michigan struggling in River Rouge watershed, new survey finds
A new survey of frog and toad populations found numbers of some species that emerge early in the year are down.
A new survey of frog and toad populations found numbers of some species that emerge early in the year are down.
Recycling Christmas wrapping paper: Tips for your leftover holiday packaging
With piles of shiny Christmas paper, bows, boxes, and gift bags, some may be left wondering how to dispose of all the remnants.
With piles of shiny Christmas paper, bows, boxes, and gift bags, some may be left wondering how to dispose of all the remnants.
How to dispose of your Christmas tree in Metro Detroit
With Christmas passed, it's time to think about how to dispose of the tree that's been lighting up your home for the holiday. If you have a real tree, recycling it is an option, and is relatively easy, depending on where you live.
With Christmas passed, it's time to think about how to dispose of the tree that's been lighting up your home for the holiday. If you have a real tree, recycling it is an option, and is relatively easy, depending on where you live.
Some coral species ‘remember’ how to survive ocean heat waves, study suggests
Researchers believe heat waves due to climate change will become more frequent, and understanding how some corals are able to survive is essential for future conservation efforts.
Researchers believe heat waves due to climate change will become more frequent, and understanding how some corals are able to survive is essential for future conservation efforts.
Michigamme Highlands conservation project gets $1 million in grant funding
The Michigamme Highlands is part of a massive conservation project in the Upper Peninsula that would add a significant portion of protected land to the state.
The Michigamme Highlands is part of a massive conservation project in the Upper Peninsula that would add a significant portion of protected land to the state.
Line 5 tunnel project under Straits of Mackinac approved by Michigan Public Service Commission
The project includes constructing a tunnel under the Straits of Mackinac that would house a single pipeline for transporting fuel between Michigan's two peninsulas.
The project includes constructing a tunnel under the Straits of Mackinac that would house a single pipeline for transporting fuel between Michigan's two peninsulas.
Most US cities would need new lead water pipes within 10 years under newly-proposed EPA rules
In the U.S., there are more than 9 million lead pipes still in the ground, which are typically the biggest source of lead in drinking water. Lead is particularly dangerous to young children.
In the U.S., there are more than 9 million lead pipes still in the ground, which are typically the biggest source of lead in drinking water. Lead is particularly dangerous to young children.
Michigan enacts one of country's boldest energy laws - 100% clean energy standard by 2040
There's some consternation over what counts as "clean energy" while others worry the law strips too much control from local governments. As of Tuesday's signing, Michigan is now home to one of the country's most ambitious energy goals.
There's some consternation over what counts as "clean energy" while others worry the law strips too much control from local governments. As of Tuesday's signing, Michigan is now home to one of the country's most ambitious energy goals.
Hemlock woolly adelgid confirmed in 7 Michigan counties - here are signs to watch for
Planning on taking a hike this winter? The state has a request for those with vigilant eyes.
Planning on taking a hike this winter? The state has a request for those with vigilant eyes.
Owner of mid-Michigan dam that collapsed, sent thousands fleeing found liable for $119M in damages
The state determined the state's freshwater mussels system suffered $90 million in damages alone.
The state determined the state's freshwater mussels system suffered $90 million in damages alone.
The last 12 months on Earth were the hottest ever recorded, analysis shows
A new report finds that burning gasoline, coal, and natural gas and other human activities are to blame for the unnatural warming.
A new report finds that burning gasoline, coal, and natural gas and other human activities are to blame for the unnatural warming.
Michigan energy package sets 2040 deadline for 100% clean power, strips local groups of large projects
Michigan's new energy package sets a deadline for 100% clean energy production by 2040. It also strips local governments of the authority to rule on large-scale wind and solar projects.
Michigan's new energy package sets a deadline for 100% clean energy production by 2040. It also strips local governments of the authority to rule on large-scale wind and solar projects.
Chronic wasting disease identified in Michigan deer for first time this year
Tracking cases of CWD is tricky due to the slow progression of the illness before symptoms show up. Once they do, the animal's death is imminent.
Tracking cases of CWD is tricky due to the slow progression of the illness before symptoms show up. Once they do, the animal's death is imminent.
Steelmaker in Dearborn will spend $100M to reduce emissions after repeated air quality violations
Cleveland-Cliffs was also fined by the state and told it needed to pay for home air purifiers for nearby residents.
Cleveland-Cliffs was also fined by the state and told it needed to pay for home air purifiers for nearby residents.
Detroit Audubon Society changing name as it drops namesake's racist legacy
John Audubon, which the National Audubon Society is named after, loved painting scenes of North American birds. He was also a strong advocate for slavery and exhumed the bodies of indigenous people.
John Audubon, which the National Audubon Society is named after, loved painting scenes of North American birds. He was also a strong advocate for slavery and exhumed the bodies of indigenous people.
Don't bag your leaves this fall, experts say: Do this instead
Before you break out the rake and plastic bags to rid your yard of fallen leaves, experts hope you’ll consider leaving them on the ground instead.
Before you break out the rake and plastic bags to rid your yard of fallen leaves, experts hope you’ll consider leaving them on the ground instead.