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Trump administration rescinds $25 million in USDA funds for Michigan land preservation

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt September 4, 2025September 4, 2025

Ann Arbor-based Legacy Land Conservancy is appealing the loss of federal funding and says it’s needed to protect local food systems and water quality.

Detroit riverkeeper Bob Burns discusses a recent habitat restoration project.
Posted inCommunity

Detroit River nonprofit targets wetlands loss with island habitat restoration

Avatar photo by Ethan Bakuli August 28, 2025September 2, 2025
A sign with a bear holding a shovel shows a fire danger meter with an arrow pointing to orange.
Posted inNews

DNR urges caution with outdoor fires amid autumn drought

Avatar photo by Izzy Ross, IPR October 8, 2024October 8, 2024
A fallen tree lays on top of a vehicle.
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Detroit tree cleanup program halfway done. Thousands still need help

by Malachi Barrett, BridgeDetroit August 22, 2024August 22, 2024
A person uses a hose to put out flames during a wildfire.
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Climate change fueled last year’s extreme wildfires — some more than others

Avatar photo by Grist August 19, 2024August 26, 2024
A map that shows which areas have increased chances of higher than average temperatures.
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Warmer-than-normal fall likely in Michigan

Avatar photo by Capital News Service August 19, 2024August 26, 2024
A piece of bark in the shape of a heart sits on a tree in a moss covered forest.
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‘Green burials’ grow in popularity as alternatives to traditional funerals

Avatar photo by Erica Hobbs July 24, 2024
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Meet the man who has been cleaning the Rouge River for 35 years

Avatar photo by Zach Lassen May 2, 2024May 7, 2025
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Detroit farmers and growers grapple with a changing climate

by Jena Brooker, BridgeDetroit March 7, 2024March 7, 2024
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City plans AB Ford Park walk-through amid soil, tree removal concerns

by Micah Walker March 4, 2024March 4, 2024

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