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“Land Grab” documentary follows story of controversial blight removal in Detroit

By Morgan Linn | March 1, 2017

“Land Grab” is the story of John Hantz’s plan to purchase and renovate 10,000 acres in Detroit.

Echo

Michigan feeling the love

By Morgan Linn | February 14, 2017

The Detroit Free Press released Michigan-themed Valentine’s Day cards, and they’re perfect for lovers of the environment.

lakes/rivers/wetlands

Milwaukee bans coal-tar sealants after study shows they pollute streams

By Morgan Linn | February 8, 2017

The study found that as many as 78 percent of Milwaukee streams have toxic levels of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, also known as PAHs.

The Buzz

State of the State Address highlights environmental issues

By Morgan Linn | January 27, 2017

Gov. Rick Snyder discussed Asian carp, wetland conservation, water quality and other environmental issues in his 2017 State of the State Address.

Nearshore

New York man sinks boat in Black Rock Canal, gets probation, fine

By Morgan Linn | December 9, 2016

A yacht club maintenance man who sank a boat in the Black Rock Canal will pay restitution to the U.S. Coast Guard.

Echo

Indiana motel manager faces prison for DOOM

By Morgan Linn | November 21, 2016

A motel manager used an unregistered pesticide to treat bed bugs and is expected to plead guilty to violating the Federal Insecticide Act

Fish

New method shows some Great Lakes fish consumption advisories may not protect health

By Morgan Linn | November 18, 2016

Most fish advisories are based on a single contaminant and don’t include the added health risk of multiple contaminants being present at once.

Recreation

Indiana to vote on making hunting and fishing a constitutional right

By Morgan Linn | November 3, 2016

Pro-hunting groups say a constitutional amendment is needed to protect cherished traditions, while opponents say it’s unnecessary and could have harmful consequences.

Climate

Chicago teens explore climate resilience

By Morgan Linn | October 31, 2016

A federal grant awarded to the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry will be used to teach students climate science on a sphere.

Wildlife

Great Lakes festival crowd goes batty over bats

By Morgan Linn | September 29, 2016

The upcoming Wisconsin Bat Festival is just one of many festivals and events that celebrate bats and teaches people to protect them. Can’t go? Check out the live bat cam in this post.

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Catch of the Day

  • Michigan Press Association honors Echo reporters

    Ten Great Lakes Echo reporters recently scored honors in the 2023 Michigan Press Association’s College Better Newspaper Contest.  “Our bench is deep, but it has to be to cover the world’s most important beat,” said Echo Editor David Poulson

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Commentary

  • GUEST COMMENTARY: Speak up to stop the spotted lanternfly and other invaders

    By David Strayer If you’ve driven Michigan’s highways lately, you’ve probably seen the billboards: a big picture of a lanternfly, with the message, “See it. Squish it. Report it.” This is good advice, as far as it goes, but it should go further. The spotted lanternfly is a serious pest that is poised to cause […]

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Podcasts

  • Four electric buses will hit University of Michigan’s campus next summer

    Power is supplied to the electric motor very quickly which gives the electric bus high performance and rapid acceleration.

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Climate Stories

Climate News: Great Lakes Region
planetdetroit.org
Experts say updating Michigan’s building code may be key for meeting climate goals. Here’s why.
Experts say updating Michigan’s building code may be key for meeting climate goals. Here’s why.
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wbez.org
Everything you need to know about Illinois’ $4,000 electric vehicle rebate
Everything you need to know about Illinois’ $4,000 electric vehicle rebate
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planetdetroit.org
These 3 Detroit restaurants are tackling climate change in the kitchen
These 3 Detroit restaurants are tackling climate change in the kitchen
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clickondetroit.com
How changing climate is impacting Michigan’s fall colors
How changing climate is impacting Michigan’s fall colors
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COVID-19

  • Communities welcome return of winter festivals

    By Sammy Schuck Most people may know that festivals attract people to Michigan communities. What most may not know is that festivals and events in the state are an annual $1 billion industry, according to Michigan Festivals and Events Association CEO Mike Szukhent. According to Szukhent, the lack of winter festivals last year “hit hard.” […]

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