Michigan sand dunes increasingly covered by plants and trees, new study shows
A new study compared old photos of Sleeping Bear, Silver Lake, Warren, and other sand dune sites with updated ones, revealing a dramatic pattern of change along Lake Michigan.
Koalas listed as endangered species in parts of Australia
Koalas inhabiting the states of New South Wales, Queensland and the Australian Capital Territory will be listed as endangered, according to the Australian Government.
Judge restores protection for gray wolves in Michigan, across much of U.S.
The removal of wolves from the endangered species list happened in the waning days of the Trump administration. But a judge said the government failed to show wolf populations could be sustained in the Midwest.
Great Lakes researchers race to collect winter data from under the ice
The science of what goes on underneath frozen Great Lakes is lagging. Now, a team of researchers are venturing to their ice-covered surfaces learn more.
What's creating bizarre sand sculptures along Lake Michigan?
At first glance they look like the objects from an alien planet. Maybe Mars? Except there's a beach in the background and Mars doesn't have any of that. But where on Earth would someone find dozens of petrified totems of sand?
Christmas tree pickup, recycling tips for after the holidays
The National Christmas Tree Association is offering tips on how to get rid of your real Christmas tree without burning it or throwing it in the trash.
Michigan DNR reaches deals to groom more than 100 miles of trails
The trails are intended for snowmobilers and will be groomed as soon as there's enough snow on them.
France will require new car ads to promote walking, cycling
In 2022, new car ads in France will encourage greener alternatives like walking or cycling, while several fruits and vegetables will no longer be sold in plastic.
Siberia set arctic heat record in 2020, UN weather agency affirms
Average temperatures were up to 10 degrees Celsius more than usual in Arctic Siberia. It played a key role in forest fires, loss of sea ice and global temperature rises that made 2020 one of the three hottest years on record.
Pictured Rocks will charge entrance fees in 2022
The decision to implement fees follows a public comment period where most people supported the park collecting fees. The money will go toward park improvement.
Endangered whale gives birth while caught in fishing rope, scientists say
Scientists off the coast of Georgia have spotted an endangered right whale that gave birth while entangled in fishing rope.
$50B investment will address contaminants in US drinking water, EPA announces
According to the EPA, the funding will “create jobs while upgrading America’s aging water infrastructure.”
EGLE, EPA to host public hearing to get input on proposed changes to Belleville hazardous waste landfill
Wayne Disposal Inc. submitted a major modification request for the Belleville landfill.
Many climate activists support Biden's move to use oil reserve
Democrats and environmentalists mostly support President Joe Biden’s decision to release a record-setting 50 million barrels of oil from America’s strategic reserve, even as the action appeared to contradict the president's long-term goal to fight climate change.
Bright green creek in Macomb County was non-toxic, put in by Clinton Township
Authorities in Macomb County have determined what caused a creek in Clinton Township to suddenly turn bright green over the weekend.
Explainer: Why quitting coal is so hard despite its negative impact on climate change
In the run-up to the U.N. climate talks in Glasgow, host Britain announced one of its goals of the conference was to consign coal to history.
Warmer summers creating worse tick problems for moose, Isle Royale study shows
It’s a ghastly sight: ticks by tens of thousands burrowed into a moose’s broad body, sucking its lifeblood as the agonized host rubs against trees so vigorously that much of its fur wears away. A new study shows the infestation is worsening.
Creek in Clinton Twp subdivision turned bright green
A creek in a Clinton Township subdivision turned noticeably green as of this morning. The water doesn't have an odor, but the animals that usually hang out at the creek weren't there today.
Complaint against Stellantis plant says its pollution violates Civil Rights of Detroit residents
"I don’t think it would be done anywhere else other than a low-income community full of Black people," said Robert Shobe. "I’m just going to say it flat-out."
Thousands of satellites, space junk surround Earth and it’s a problem, astronomers say
There are thousands of satellites orbiting Earth, and that’s not all — tons of space junk from previous collisions are also cluttering the orbit around the planet. Astronomers say there’s more to come, and it could spell trouble.