Echo
Old UP avalanche teaches new lesson to rescuers
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Twelve year old Henry Takala survived being buried head down for three hours in a 1939 Michigan avalanche. His story is a lesson for rescuers today.
Energy
Utility targets more renewable energy, critics say it’s not enough
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DTE Energy, a major supplier of electricity to Southeast Michigan, plans to double its renewable energy capacity by 2021.
bicycle safety
Rural bicyclists, mindful of road deaths, look for safer measures
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Bicycle safety in rural areas is of great concern. One approach is increasing the use of trails for non-motorized vehicles, such as the White Pine Trail between Comstock Park and Cadillac, and the Kal-Haven Trail between Kalamazoo and South Haven.
Air
No change in emission standards needed, experts say
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The EPA is considering lower emission standards for new vehicles. Environmentalists say that would be a step backward.
Echo
Rethinking, retelling Native American roles in Great Lakes history
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Michigan officials are taking a hard look at state historical markers that are offensive or inaccurate about Native Americans and ignore their contributions to Michigan and the Great Lakes region.
Birds
People can once again kill cormorants
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The controversial waterfowl can destroy habitats and property, but researchers say cormorant culls can hurt the other bird species they’re meant to protect.
pollution
Pollution changing fish in 16 rivers all reaching the Great Lakes
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A river that once caught fire is once again among those under the microscope for pollution pouring into the Great Lakes, researchers say.
Capital News Service
Michigan educators push for more science and math opportunities for girls
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There is a nationwide push to recruit more women for jobs involving science, technology, engineering and math. But it’s tough to achieve change.
Activist
Citizen panel helps mid-Michigan town recover from decades of contamination
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It’s taken one of the country’s most active advisory groups to see progress.
Capital News Service
Are Michigan roads ready for self-driving cars?
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How can a state that can’t patch potholes make roads smart enough for self-driving cars? Experts and the state’s transportation director discuss what it will take to prepare infrastructure for a human-driverless future.