Hundreds of carp dead in Michigan had herpes, DNR says
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources said it has identified the cause of death of hundreds of fish in Lake Orion.
DNR honored after investigation revealed Flint chemical company illegally dumped 47M gallons of toxic liquid
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources investigation found that Oil Chem illegally dumped chemicals into the Flint sewer system for eight years.
Black bear euthanized after hit-and-run crash in northern Michigan
A wildlife biologist said the bear suffered injuries to its hind legs that rendered them unusable
Michigan DNR offering $75 for red pine cones to help restore state forests
They can't just be any pine cone, however. They need to be red pine tree pine cones. And if they're already open, you're too late.
DNR rescues missing paddlers in northern Michigan after they capsized, spent night in cabin
Outdoor enthusiasts recommend if anyone gets lost in the wilderness to stay put so it's easier to be found. These two canoeists did the opposite.
State investigating common carp deaths in Michigan lake
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is investigating the death of hundreds of carp in Oakland County.
I-75 in Detroit will close between I-94 and Meade Avenue this weekend for bridge construction
Construction on various parts of I-75 could mean detours and traffic throughout the summer and into the beginning of the fall.
Michigan DNR proposes prohibiting water access on beaches too dangerous to swim in
People have been spotted going into the water even as emergency officials were rescuing someone who was struggling to swim during dangerous conditions on the lake.
Some Michigan DNR customer service centers to reopen to public
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is resuming some regular operations that were suspended due to COVID-19.
Whitmer to pitch $150 million for local park upgrades
Gretchen Whitmer's next plug for where the state ought to throw its extra billions will be toward badly-needed infrastructure upgrades for its local parks.
Michigan's top court looking at liability in snowmobile crashes
The Michigan Supreme Court is looking at a pair of cases that involve possible liability against the Department of Natural Resources in crashes involving snowmobiles.
HOLLY ORV Park open this weekend, no DNR license needed
If you want to try Holly Oaks off-road vehicle park, this weekend might be the best time. Holly Oaks is a part of the DNRs "Three Free Weekend," no DNR licenses will be required. Entry fee to the park must be paid.
DNR seeks information after albino deer killed with crossbow in northern Michigan
An albino deer that was well known in northern Michigan was killed over the weekend, the DNR said.
Northern Michigan fire forces 75 homes to evacuate, burning 425 acres
The fire reportedly started in a scotch pine plantation, however, the cause behind it is unknown. Crews have gotten about 70% of the blaze under control.
Michigan DNR selling public land at online auction -- how to buy
The Michigan of Natural Resources is auctioning off parcels of public land.
Michigan fishermen: your next catch could be worth $100
The DNR is offering $100 rewards to any catches that include tags on one of the fins of native fish species in the Great Lakes.
Michigan morel map: Where to find mushrooms in The Mitten
A map from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources shows morel hunters where they could find the mushrooms.
Three Macomb County men fined $19,500 for illegal waterfowl hunting
Three men were discovered near a Chesterfield Township pond shooting at geese with illegal bait. When a DNR officer asked them why they were using it, one replied he wanted to "have a good hunt."
Michigan awards $3.6M to fight invasive species like rock snot and Frog-bit
If someone's been to a Michigan lake before, they might have seen some of the invasive species before. Some look like Lilly pads, like Frog-bit, while others look like brown much, like rock snot.
The Michigan DNR has verified 65 reports of cougars in the state
While wildlife experts say there is no breeding population of mountain lions in Michigan, the frequency of sightings has increased in recent years.