Hey Hikers and Skiers…Where Were You?
Governor Rick Snyder showed enthusiasm during his State of the State speech...this week...for the Pure Michigan marketing campaign and for...
Pieces of Detroit Meteor could be Big Bang for Bank Accounts
A meteor that exploded in the skies above metropolitan Detroit could be a moneymaker for anyone who finds a...
House Committee Hears DTE Shutoff Complaints from Smart Meter Critics
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Some DTE Energy customers say the utility is bullying them for refusing smart...
A Meteor!!
University of Michigan Last night a suspected fireball meteor exploded through the atmosphere over Southeast Michigan. In the moments after, Metro...
“Little Nuggets of Gold” Shine Light on Rouge River’s Health
You would think hunting bugs is a summer activity. In the case of one insect, you would be wrong. The...
New Federal ‘Farm Bill’ in the Works–Could Emphasize Broadband Access
Jake Neher/WDET Michigan Senator Debbie Stabenow says getting high speed internet to rural communities in Michigan is a priority for...
Oakland County Seeks Volunteers to Test Water Quality in Lakes
Sandra Svoboda/WDET Oakland County is looking for boaters to help test lake water quality. The county’s Board of Commissioners is...
State Lawmakers Say Goodbye to 2017: Here’s What They Did and Didn’t Do
Michigan Senate The Michigan Legislature has adjourned until 2018. As usual, lawmakers passed a flurry of bills before leaving for...
Ahead of First Winter Storm, School Districts Close [LIST, MAP]
Several southeast Michigan school districts announced Wednesday closures, hours ahead of the storm the National Weather Service predicts could drop...
New Detroit Land Bank CEO Assures She’ll Prioritize Safety Over Speed of Demolitions
Sandra Svoboda/WDET The new head of Detroit’s land bank says her priority will be respecting demolition safety rules when removing...
Local Group Has Plan To Fight Effects of Climate Change in Metro Detroit
Jake Neher/WDET When we think about how climate change is and will impact our planet, we typically think of overpowering...
Christmas Tree Shopping Trends and Tips
It’s that time of the year when many Metro Detroiters set out to find the perfect Christmas tree. As Michigan...