Michigan man jailed, fined, and banned for life from hunting after poaching 9 deer
Justin Ernst first came on law enforcement's radar during a domestic violence complaint. While on the scene, police noticed several deer in a nearby barn.
Justin Ernst first came on law enforcement's radar during a domestic violence complaint. While on the scene, police noticed several deer in a nearby barn.
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.
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.
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.
The trails are intended for snowmobilers and will be groomed as soon as there's enough snow on them.
Michigan man faces poaching, weapons charges after 9 bucks found during domestic violence investigation
A Michigan man who has a previous DNR conviction and other felonies on his record is accused of poaching trophy deer in Van Buren County.
A Michigan man who has a previous DNR conviction and other felonies on his record is accused of poaching trophy deer in Van Buren County.
Hunting season: How to get your deer tested for chronic wasting disease in Michigan
Hunters can get their deer tested for chronic wasting disease (CWD) for free in some parts of Michigan. The DNR has also partnered with labs for testing in areas where it is not free.
Hunters can get their deer tested for chronic wasting disease (CWD) for free in some parts of Michigan. The DNR has also partnered with labs for testing in areas where it is not free.
Why you shouldn't move firewood between Michigan counties
Moving firewood around Michigan can lead to the destruction of plants.
Moving firewood around Michigan can lead to the destruction of plants.
Michigan reports more cases of disease that can kill deer -- What to do if you see a dead deer
Six deer from four Michigan counties have died from epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD).
Six deer from four Michigan counties have died from epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD).
Michigan DNR buys energy for seven state parks
The annual production of installed solar arrays in the southwest region will be enough to power roughly 90 homes - helping the state agency reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
The annual production of installed solar arrays in the southwest region will be enough to power roughly 90 homes - helping the state agency reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.