Bird flu mystery in Michigan: What happened to infections among dairy herds?
While the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza continues to pop up around Michigan and infecting poultry farms, the strain that infected dairy herds has seemingly vanished.
Cougar sightings are surging in Michigan
This year included some of the highest profile sights of cougars in years: two cubs that were spotted by a private homeowner in the Upper Peninsula.
Michigan hunting fee hike: Senate approves increase to cost of license
If signed into law, the hunting and fishing license increase would mean tens of millions of dollars in additional state revenue.
Michigan's devastating ice storm impacts continue to ripple, including clearcutting and timber salvage
Originally planned for 2028, the DNR says clearcutting aspen trees up north could start as soon as this year as Michigan hopes to salvage all the fallen timber. Fortunately, there are two animals that could benefit.
Moose collisions surging in northern Michigan: What's behind climbing numbers?
A female moose was killed this summer after being struck by a vehicle up north. She was raising two calves at the time and the crash, which likely removed all three from the state's stagnant population.
Michigan deer won't be euthanized by DNR after uproar from lawmakers, animal rights group
The DNR had previously rebuffed efforts to save Peanut the visually-impaired fawn. But after lawmakers and other citizens chimed in, a late-afternoon Thursday permit was approved, allowing it to be spared and kept as an educational ambassador.
More hunting on Beaver Island? Michigan wants 20 more days of harvesting antlerless deer
Twenty additional hunting days on the Lake Michigan island would greatly expand the amount of time someone can harvest deer on the island.
Belle Isle's new bike path completes one end 2,000-mile Iron Belle Trail
The longest state-designated trail in the U.S. just got a little longer with the completion of another stretch of the Iron Belle Trail.
Burbot fishing booms in Michigan, worrying researchers and anglers that the species is faltering
As overharvesting and invasive species threaten the coldwater fish, Michigan is proposing first-ever catch limits on burbot. Meanwhile, researchers are racing to better understand the relatively-unknown fish.
Belle Isle managers want input on future projects to tackle on the island
The DNR wants input from the public about what next to tackle on the island. Here's what's being considered.
Michigan proposes new sturgeon fishing rules, shrinking one season and adding another
Two proposals before the Natural Resource Commission would shrink one sturgeon fishing season while adding another catch-and-release season.
Oldest-ever Great Lakes lake trout recorded in Lake Superior
The best way to measure how old a fish is is by counting the number of rings formed on a chunk of calcium living in its inner ear. This lake trout, named Mary Catherine, had 62 rings.
Exotic mushrooms are taking over the Midwest, frightening Michigan forest managers
The golden oyster mushroom, often used as an ingredient in cooking thanks to its nutty flavor, is now a growing threat for Michigan forests.
Michigan State Park campground fees going up
Camping is about to get more expensive for some state park options.
Kirtland's warbler numbers continue falling amid mounting habitat and wildlife pressures
A survey of breeding Kirtland's warbler pairs found more than 750 have disappeared over the past four years from Michigan.
Wooden skyline over Michigan dunescape at Ludington State Park getting $3.5M renovation
The Skyline trail in Ludington State Park takes visitors a half-mile through one of the state's gems along the Great Lakes.
Michigan DNR land auctions: Why the state sells off properties
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is currently auctioning off land, including an island and other properties around the state.
Michigan DNR land auction includes lakefront property, an island, and hundreds of acres of space
The DNR auctions off hundreds of properties every year, ranging from remote tracts of land to beautiful riverfront parcels. Here is what's up for grabs this August and September.
Wildlife Commissioner admonishes Ted Nugent over DNR comments
Weeks after the Michigan-native musician unleashed a tirade on the DNR, calling its officers "jack-booted thugs," a commissioner admonished Ted Nugent for his comments.
Has Michigan's deer hunter problem bottomed out?
New data from the DNR reveals Michigan may have finally bucked a trend that has persisted for decades.