Planet Detroit launches new tool for tracking air quality permit violations

Planet Detroit readers have a new way to learn about hundreds of sources of air pollution in Michigan. 

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A Planet Detroit guide to visiting cider mills in metro Detroit

Visiting a cider mill is a time-honored Michigan tradition and a great way to get outdoors, especially as the leaves begin to change color.

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Eco-anxiety – a pervasive worry about the current and future state of our planet – has become an increasingly prevalent mental health issue.

Study identifies leading and lagging states in the Great Lakes region on flood resilience

Michigan is in the middle of the pack but scores at the bottom on equity and justice; tension between Lansing and Detroit a barrier to collaboration.

Planet Detroit launches new tool for tracking air quality permit violations

Planet Detroit readers have a new way to learn about hundreds of sources of air pollution in Michigan. 

Michigan toddlers to receive universal lead testing under new legislation

Detroit kids test positive for lead at triple the state’s rate, but few get tested. A new universal testing law means more exposed kids may get help.

Can Michigan air quality rules adapt to a smoky future?

Scientists and advocates say EPA rules allowing states to discount air quality data influenced by wildfire smoke should be reconsidered.

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