Royal Oak adds free food composting as part of pilot program
Dispose of your food scraps for free as part of a composting pilot program at the Royal Oak Farmers Market. Beginning Feb. 24, Royal Oak Sustainability will offer free composting drop-offs on Saturdays.
Officials still don't know what was in Bear Creek spill; Warren drinking water declared safe
"I don’t think there is any question that there will be a cleanup of that site but I don’t believe there is a public health risk," Miller said.
Mysterious contamination in Warren's Bear Creek sparks investigation
Bear Creek is a tributary of the Clinton River, which drains into Lake St. Clair. Officials have since identified and stopped the leak. They're awaiting answers on what the contaminant is.
Here are the top 10 deadliest national parks, according to research
The serene landscapes of our national parks feature a plethora of mountainous landscapes, pristine beaches and lush forests, but there are some deadly risks associated with visiting. Outdoor clothing brand KÜHL looked at different criteria and came up with a list of the top 10 deadliest national parks.
States with plastic bag bans prevented billions of bags from being used, report says
The report, Plastic Bag Bans Work, noted that bans in just five locations in the U.S. cut single-use plastic bag consumption by about 6 billion bags per year.
Eating snow 'not worth the risk' of ingesting contaminants, health expert says
One of the reasons why snow should be avoided as a food item involves its role as one of nature’s air filters. Here's why it can be dangerous to eat and some alternatives for kids.
Justin Shilling's family starts conservation fund in memory of Oxford High School shooting victim
The "For the Love of Nature Fund...The Forever Justin Shilling Foundation" will support conservation efforts in honor of Justin Shilling, one of four teens killed in the 2021 Oxford High School shooting.
Michigan, other states with big climate goals strip local governments of power to block projects
For Michigan to reach its energy goals, officials say they'll need to build up large solar and wind farms. To speed along the projects, they've changed who decides where those projects get built.
Iceland volcano erupts again: See photos, video of lava flowing toward nearby town
The town's residents were previously evacuated from their homes in November following a series of earthquakes that led to cracks and openings in the earth.
John Kerry to step down as Biden admin climate czar: report
U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry is reportedly planning to leave the White House in the coming months and join President Biden's presidential campaign.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.