The Metro: How resilient is Detroit’s tree canopy in the face of climate change?
Climate change is affecting the trees in metro Detroit. The Eastern U.S. experienced an oppressive heat wave recently. There were...
The Metro: How resilient is Detroit’s tree canopy in the face of climate change?
Climate change is affecting the trees in metro Detroit. The Eastern U.S. experienced an oppressive heat wave recently. There were...
State lands ready for visitors after ice storm recovery, but DNR urges caution
In late March, a severe ice storm struck the northern part of Michigan. Tree branches and limbs, weighed down by...
Ice storm-damaged forests affecting Fourth of July hiking, ORV trails; campgrounds open
Many people head north to Michigan state parks and state forests for camping and hiking during the Fourth of July...
SCOTUS to consider Line 5 lawsuit jurisdiction case
The U.S. Supreme Court could decide if a case involving the Line 5 oil pipeline stays in Michigan court or...
The Metro: How are landfill sites chosen in Michigan?
Last fiscal year, more than 24 million tons of solid waste was disposed of in Michigan's landfills — an increase...
The Metro: State awards Friends of the Detroit River grant to mitigate Ecorse Creek flooding
There are some areas in metro Detroit that experience significant flooding almost every time the region gets heavy rains. One...
The Metro: Canadian wildfire smoke is clouding Michigan skies. An expert shares how to stay safe
Subscribe to The Metro on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts. The skies over Southeast Michigan...
Detroit Evening Report: Travel ban rollout
Subscribe to the Detroit Evening Report on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, NPR.org or wherever you get your podcasts.New travel ban takes effectPresident Trump’s latest travel ban targeting...
Nonprofit holds contest to find biggest trees in Michigan
The two-year search is almost over for participants of the Big Tree Hunt. The contest, held by environmental nonprofit ReLeaf, challenges...
Smoke expected to lift in northern Michigan, but more could be on the way
This coverage is made possible through a partnership between IPR and Grist, a nonprofit environmental media organization.Canadian wildfire smoke that blew...
Detroit Evening Report: Dearborn receives ‘Tree City USA’ status for 38th year
The Arbor Day Foundation has renewed Dearborn's "Tree City USA" status for its efforts to maintain a healthy tree canopy. ...
The Metro: Enbridge’s Line 5 tunnel proposal might cause more harm than good, expert says
Enbridge’s Line 5 pipeline has been fueling debate for decades. It carries millions of gallons of crude oil and natural...