Michigan man broke into state campground collection sites, stole money from pay pipes, DNR says
The Grayling man used burglary tools to steal money from collection boxes at state campgrounds around Michigan, the DNR says.
Belle Isle public square would make island more accessible to visitors
Dubbed the "Belle Isle Commons," it would make walking around the island easier, connecting guests to the beach, conservatory, and everything in between.
Michigan State Parks to reopen after devastating ice storms
The late-March storms affected almost a million acres of state forest land, as well as thousands of miles of trails.
Michigan expands bow hunting for antlerless deer in the Upper Peninsula
The policy change comes amid unprecedented challenges managing Michigan's deer populations.
Detroit Animal Welfare Group battles over license with Michigan DNR
The attorney for a Detroit animal welfare group says the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is trying to shut down part of what they do, which is rehabilitating wildlife.
Michigan man impersonated emergency responder while recklessly driving, DNR says
It was a tiny a quirk about which lights emergency vehicles uses that helped tip off law enforcement.
Michigan black bears are migrating into the Lower Peninsula, increasing interactions with humans
The large omnivores are pushing further south in the Lower Peninsula, which thousands now calling the region home. That means an increase in interactions with residents.
15 Michigan State Parks closed indefinitely due to historic ice storm
Power outages, blocked roads, and damaged trees were spread across the northern region of the state due to the ice storm.
Spawning sturgeon along Black River are poached for their eggs, leading to call for volunteers
Sturgeon eggs are considered a delicacy when eaten as caviar, leading to their illegal harvest in the Black River.
Residents along Detroit's Rouge River say dead fish washing ashore is common
Something fishy is happening along the Rouge River in Detroit, as dead fish have been floating ashore near the Fort Street Bridge.
Cougar cubs spotted in Michigan for first time in 100 years
For the first time in a century, cougar cubs have been seen and confirmed in Michigan. The big cats were hunted out of existence in the Upper Peninsula in the early 1900s.
Lake sturgeon are being accidentally caught in Michigan, leading to DNR reminder about protected species
Anyone that accidentally catches the protected species should release them immediately, the DNR says.
See a wolf in Michigan? DNR seeking proof in the northern Lower Peninsula
Before someone shot and killed a wolf in Southwest Michigan last year, officials had no reason to believe any had established in the Lower Peninsula. The DNR is now looking for proof.
Hundreds of Michigan waterfowl deaths attributed to bird flu, now considered 'widespread'
Michigan's bird flu problem is not going away with dead waterfowl being found around the state amid an outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza.
Moose study in Michigan UP will collar 60 individuals this February
Using spotter planes and helicopters, the Michigan DNR plans to track down 60 moose in hopes of boosting their numbers up north.
Michigan Arctic grayling's reintroduction effort nearing major milestone in 2025
They disappeared over a hundred years ago. Now, Michigan is closer than its ever been to Arctic grayling returning to its rivers.
Northern Michigan plan for munitions facility in Grayling gets state commission approval
The $75 million facility would be used to building "shoulder fired munitions and precision fire systems."
Should you put your Christmas Tree in a river? DNR says there are alternatives
With Christmas Day now in the rearview mirror, many Michiganders will be looking for ways to get rid of their natural Christmas trees.
Northern Michigan man with history of hunting-related crimes accused of poaching
The 59-year-old was already charged several hunting related crimes, including felon in possession and no hunters orange, is also accused of illegally shooting two deer on private property.
Michigan's deer hunting problem isn't going away
A worrying trend of falling hunter numbers has continued in 2024. There are big implications for the rest of the environment and deer population if it doesn't stop.