Environment

The progressive groups are using the backdrop of Detroit’s Auto Show to push their agenda: Asking lawmakers for legislation and setting a target date of 2030 for all new passenger and light duty vehicles to be electric.

The 1 in a million rare white black bear that was spotted in Michigan's western Upper Peninsula is believed to have been killed by wolves.

White fur on a black bear is often seen only in one part of North America - in British Columbia in Canada. But for one to appear in Michigan? "It's much much more rare" a DNR official said.

"This is a true example of bureaucracies working together for good of the people," said Genesee County Sheriff Christopher Swanson.

It's a good weekend to head to the west side of Michigan.

From box turtles to bumblebees, long-eared owls and orangethroat darter fish, the DNR recommended dozens of additions to the state's endangered and threatened species list.

Eight Michigan beaches are closed or are under contamination advisories due to high bacteria levels headed into Labor Day Weekend. Four of the beaches are in Southeast Michigan.

Diesel oil from last week's spill in Trenton was found in the city's storm sewer after heavy rain Monday. The EPA said no additional oil has made its way to the Detroit River.

Clean-up of a diesel spill in the Detroit River continues this week in Trenton but the city's quick action is getting a lot of credit for stopping what could have been a catastrophic spill.