EPA: Keystone XL's Climate Impacts Need To Be Revisited
With the recent dip in oil prices, the Environmental Protection Agency wants the State Department to "revisit" how much of a toll the Keystone XL oil pipeline would have on global warming.
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With the recent dip in oil prices, the Environmental Protection Agency wants the State Department to "revisit" how much of a toll the Keystone XL oil pipeline would have on global warming.
The penalty could serve as a precedent for other automakers who violate the Clean Air Act.
Michigan International Speedway is increasing its "green" efforts through a new partnership with Consumers Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency.
Great Lakes research, restoration, conservation and the lakes' economic impact highlighted discussions today at a symposium sponsored by Central Michigan University's Institute for Great Lakes Research.
A lawsuit seeks tougher rules dealing with ballast water discharges from ships to prevent more invasive species from reaching U.S. waterways.
"Restoring these waterways is not only important for improving the water that we all depend on, but for spurring economic growth and creating recreational opportunities in these communities as well," said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack.
This spring, runny eyes and a stuffed up nose may not be the result of seasonal allergens.
Government regulators can try to halt construction projects at power plants if they think the companies didn't properly calculate whether the changes would increase air pollution, a federal appeals court ruled Thursday, marking the latest twist in a decades-long fight over the Clean Air Act.
A federal appeals court says government regulators can take action when they fear a power company construction project might significantly increase air pollution, without waiting to see if they were right.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Thursday ordered Enbridge Inc. to dredge sections of the Kalamazoo River to remove sediments tainted by oil from a massive spill.
Despite the Safe Drinking Water Act, you and your family may be drinking dirty water.
The effectiveness of a long-term plan to heal the ailing Great Lakes could be marred by federal spending cuts, which also could make it harder to cope with low water levels that threaten the region's economy.
The Livonia Country Fresh foods plant of Dean Foods has met the requirements of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Energy Star Challenge for Industry, reducing its "energy intensity" 12.1 percent, company officials said.
FEV Inc., a developer of advanced powertrain and vehicle technologies, announced hat it has completed a Phase 2 Light-Duty Vehicle Mass Reduction and Cost Analysis Study under contract to the United States Environmental Protection Agency.
Researchers at Grand Valley State University's Annis Water Resources Institute have been awarded a grant for about $85,000 by the federal Environmental Protection Agency to help restore portions of the Muskegon River watershed.
The Environmental Protection Agency says Hyundai and Kia have been overstating the gas mileage on most of their models from the past three years.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday told Enbridge Inc. that the pipeline company's massive 2010 oil spill in the Kalamazoo River system requires more cleanup work.
The United States Environmental Protection Agency Tuesday announced 21 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative grants totaling nearly $8 million for projects to combat invasive species in the Great Lakes basin, including the much-feared Asian carp.
It's official -- the Environmental Protection Agency has certified the 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid at 47 mpg for both city and highway driving.
President Barack Obama, if re-elected, would continue a program that has pumped more than $1 billion into Great Lakes protection during his first term, although it's uncertain how much money will be available in the future, a spokeswoman said.
The United States Environmental Protection Agency is funding more than $1 million in research on extreme weather by scientists at Michigan Technological University and Michigan State University.
The United States Environmental Protection Agency will hold an information session Wednesday, Aug. 22, to share details about its cleanup plan for the Ironwood Manufactured Gas Plant Site in the Upper Peninsula's Ironwood.
General Motors says it's reached a landmark when it comes to keeping stuff out of landfills.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is creating a board to advise federal agencies carrying out two wide-ranging programs to protect the Great Lakes.
The National Center for Manufacturing Sciences announced Thursday that it has completed a six-year, $3.3 million collaborative program with the United States Environmental Protection Agency called "The Sustainable Product Initiative."
After more than a year of reviewing developers' proposals, the Belle Isle Conservancy will present one of them in a meeting on Thursday.
Hall will begin his new role on Jan. 8, 2025, when the House convenes for its first session.
A Michigan man has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison in an investigation of a sinister online community that pressures children into acts of self-harm and sexual abuse images.
Officials say Hugh Lusk was set to appear for a trial in September, but he failed to show up and has been on the run since.
Jihaad Ahmad, 36, was arraigned on one count of false report or threat of terrorism.
After more than a year of reviewing developers' proposals, the Belle Isle Conservancy will present one of them in a meeting on Thursday.
Hall will begin his new role on Jan. 8, 2025, when the House convenes for its first session.
A Michigan man has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison in an investigation of a sinister online community that pressures children into acts of self-harm and sexual abuse images.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, one of a few public officials involved in the Harris campaign, spoke after Donald Trump was projected to win the 2024 presidential election.
Officials say Hugh Lusk was set to appear for a trial in September, but he failed to show up and has been on the run since.
Stellantis, which owns brands like Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Jeep and Ram, says the job cuts are effective Jan. 5, 2025.
Shipments dropped by 20% to 1.2 million vehicles in the third quarter from 1.5 million a year earlier.
At a rally in Novi over the weekend, Former President Donald Trump promised to save the auto industry in Michigan, and to bring back manufacturing jobs to the state.
The company said after financial markets closed on Monday that it made $892 million from July through September, compared with $1.2 billion it made a year earlier.
The motto for the new INKAS Ram 1500 is "Built for Civilians, Armored Discreetly."
The mystery song is called "Subways of Your Mind," and was recorded by a little-known 1980s German band called FEX.
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
Downtown Detroit will soon be home to an entertainment hub where people can immerse themselves in live sporting events and other unique experiences.
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.
A Michigan man has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison in an investigation of a sinister online community that pressures children into acts of self-harm and sexual abuse images.
The Federal Reserve announced its second interest rate cut of 2024, but Trump's economic priorities could impact future policy.
City officials said payments will be made through a secure platform and managed by PayPal.
An election official in a small Michigan county that was a cradle for unfounded election conspiracy theories in 2020 lost a write-in campaign to keep her job.
The FDA says oral phenylephrine, used in many over-the-counter cough and cold medicines, "is not effective as a nasal decongestant."
The FDA says oral phenylephrine, used in many over-the-counter cough and cold medicines, "is not effective as a nasal decongestant."
Struggling families pay as much as 60 cents per dollar in fees when paying for school lunches electronically, according to CFPB report.
Michigan health officials are warning residents about a rise in cases of pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
A new $125 million investment is set to help with school safety and mental health grants.
The Detroit Lions didn't acquire Za'Darius Smith to win just any game.
Dylan Larkin and Alex DeBrincat each had a goal and an assist, and the Detroit Red Wings beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4-1.
Brandon Miller scored off an offensive rebound at the buzzer to lift Charlotte Hornets to a dramatic 108-107 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night.
The Detroit Lions have lived up to lofty expectations, looking like a Super Bowl contender.
The NYC Marathon forced the Detroit Pistons to take the subway to Sunday's game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center.
In Michigan, the Democrats have control of the governor's mansion and both state houses.
In Michigan, the Democrats now have control of the governor's mansion and both state houses.
Both party chairs also talked about the ground game as each looks for independent voters and those who haven't voted in a while they hope to inspire to show up on Nov. 5.
Trump and Harris and their anointed representatives continue to make campaign stops in Detroit, Grand Rapids, Flint and other places in Michigan, a critical battleground state.
As Kamala Harris, Donald Trump, Tim Walz and JD Vance campaign in the Great Lakes States in rapid succession, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in on voters pollsters say are up for grabs in this critical swing state.
Plans to renovate the historic boathouse on Belle Isle are underway. After more than a year of reviewing developers' proposals, the Belle Isle Conservancy will present one of them in a meeting on Thursday.
Rain showers return to wrap up the weekend.
President Biden referred to Vice President Kamala Harris' defeat by Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election as a "setback" Thursday morning, in his first speech to the nation following the election.
The Detroit Historical Museum invites you to take a trip down memory lane with its new exhibit, Toy Town. The exhibit runs Nov. 9, 2024 through Jan. 5, 2025.
Two women were killed and a man was injured early Thursday morning in a fiery crash on Detroit's east side. Frank Crosson, who lives across the street from where the crash happened, jumped in to help immediately before first responders arrived.