[planetdetroit_weather_aqi]

The news Detroit needs—free and independent

Corporate media and billionaire owners shape much of the news landscape. Meanwhile, disinformation and dwindling local coverage leave communities in the dark.

Planet Detroit is different. Readers, not shareholders, power us—delivering fact-based, independent reporting on climate, health, and the environment. No paywalls. No outside influence. Just journalism that puts you first.

If you value our work, please consider supporting our nonprofit newsroom. Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference—and takes less than a minute. Thank you.

Support independent journalism today!

$10/month
$99/year
OTHER>>>

SIGN UP FOR OUR FREE EMAIL NEWSLETTERS:

  • DONATE NOW
  • Accountability
  • News
  • Solutions
  • Community
  • Guides
  • Voices
  • Democracy
  • Deep Dives
    • Planet Detroit Neighborhood Reporting Lab
    • Compost or combust: How Michigan can stop food waste
    • Living with PFAS in Metro Detroit
    • Metro Detroit’s Rainy Future
    • Exhausted in Detroit: Our air quality problem
    • The Great Lakes Promise
    • Inundated: Flooding and vulnerable communities in the Great Lakes region
    • Social Determinants of Health
    • Lead in Detroit
    • The Healing Soil
    • Inside Detroit textile recycling and circular fashion economy
    • Climate Poems & Prose
    • Filling Our Plates
  • Advertise
  • Facebook Page
  • Bluesky
  • Instagram
  • Linkedin
Skip to content
  • Facebook Page
  • Bluesky
  • Instagram
  • Linkedin
Planet Detroit

Planet Detroit

Hold power accountable. Uncover solutions. Uplift and empower the community.

  • DONATE NOW
  • Accountability
  • News
  • Solutions
  • Community
  • Guides
  • Voices
  • Democracy
  • Deep Dives
    • Planet Detroit Neighborhood Reporting Lab
    • Compost or combust: How Michigan can stop food waste
    • Living with PFAS in Metro Detroit
    • Metro Detroit’s Rainy Future
    • Exhausted in Detroit: Our air quality problem
    • The Great Lakes Promise
    • Inundated: Flooding and vulnerable communities in the Great Lakes region
    • Social Determinants of Health
    • Lead in Detroit
    • The Healing Soil
    • Inside Detroit textile recycling and circular fashion economy
    • Climate Poems & Prose
    • Filling Our Plates
  • Advertise
  • RESOURCES:
  • Air Violation Tracker
  • Documents
  • Jobs
  • Events
  • 🌤️ Air Quality & Weather
Home » Archives for Brian Allnutt » Page 12
Avatar photo

Author Archives: Brian Allnutt

Brian Allnutt is a senior reporter and contributing editor at Planet Detroit. He covers the climate crisis, environmental justice, politics and open space.

Posted inNews

Detroit heat wave could be the worst in 20 years

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt June 17, 2024June 18, 2024
The DTE Energy logo in front of a large office building
Posted inNews

Would $10 million in fines push DTE to improve reliability?

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt June 14, 2024June 14, 2024
Posted inNews

Legislation could bring $1 billion in transit funding to metro Detroit over next decade

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt June 6, 2024July 19, 2024
Posted inCommunity

Last year’s Canadian wildfire smoke may have killed more than 100 in Michigan alone

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt and Melba Newsome, Climate Central May 29, 2024May 29, 2024
The Lapeer Turrill Solar Plant is central to the campaign finance complaint against Our Home Our Voice in Michigan's renewable energy dispute.
Posted inNews

Solar siting ballot initiative short signatures for 2024

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt May 28, 2024May 28, 2024
An environmental justice illustration shows people planting trees
Posted inGuides

A Detroiter’s guide to planting a tree

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt May 23, 2024May 23, 2024
Posted inNews

Michigan green amendment would make clean air and water a right

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt May 8, 2024May 8, 2024
This photo depicts rich compost and food scraps.
Posted inGuides

A Detroiter’s guide to urban composting

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt May 7, 2024May 17, 2024
Posted inAccountability

U.S. Senators accuse DTE-chaired American Gas Association of using customer money to mislead public

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt May 1, 2024May 6, 2024
Downtown Southfield in a haze caused by the smoke from the Canadian wildfires in 2023.
Posted inNews

Dirty air: Wayne County gets ‘F’ in 2024 State of the Air report

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt April 25, 2024May 17, 2024

Posts pagination

Newer posts 1 … 10 11 12 13 14 … 36 Older posts

Sign up for free weekly email updates

Current Conditions for Detroit

  • 🟠 125 - Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups - Particle Pollution (2.5 microns)
  • 🟢 25 - Good - Particle Pollution (10 microns)
  • 🟡 64 - Moderate - Ozone

Forecast for Detroit

  • 🟡 Today (06/07/2025): Moderate - Particle Pollution (2.5 microns)
AQI legend:
🟢 Good | 🟡 Moderate | 🟠 Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups | 🔴 Unhealthy | 🟣 Very Unhealthy | ⚫ Hazardous
Understanding the AQI

Note: Forecasts reflect predictions made earlier in the day. Current conditions may differ due to unexpected changes in weather, emissions, or wildfire smoke.

No billionaire owners. No paywalls.


Just journalism that puts Detroit first.

DONATE TODAY

Planet Detroit
  • Facebook Page
  • Bluesky
  • Instagram
  • Linkedin

Get informed about your environment and your health.

Read us on Apple News & Google News

Green Garage coworking badge INN Network Member

Our mission is to produce quality climate, health and environment journalism in the public interest that centers local voices, holds power accountable, spotlights solutions, and serves the community.

  • About Planet Detroit
  • Contact Us
  • 2023 Impact Report
  • Advisory Board
  • Our Funders, Partners and Sponsors
  • Impact Partners Circle
  • ADVERTISE
  • Official Merch
  • LOGIN

Terms of Use | Ethics Policy | Donor Transparency Policy

DONATE
© 2025 Planet Detroit Powered by Newspack Privacy Policy