Environment

Michigan State University and partners say they've brought the Poweshiek skipperling butterfly back from near extinction.

Invasive carp were detected in the Illinois River only 80 miles from Lake Michigan. The US Army Corp of Engineers ordered a stop-work order on a project to help stop the spread.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel plans to file a sixth request for rehearing with the United State’s Department of Energy over Consumers Energy’s J.H. Campbell coal-fired power plant.

Algae can be used for sustainable products but there has to be a lot of it — enough biomass — to make that work. Researchers at Michigan State University say they have developed a way to increase growth.

Three wasp species were released this summer to help reduce scarlet lily beetles in Michigan. The invasive species defoliates the stems, flowers, and leaves of the lilies.

Today on Stateside, we spoke to the president of the Bay Mills Indian Community on why the tribe is opposing the reconstruction of Line 5. Then, we heard from the creators of a new plant-identification app that does not need the internet to tell you what's growing in front of you. And, we speak from the founder of a (literal) underground poetry operation and the author who's written a book about it.

The invasive mile-a-minute weed has been confirmed in Jackson County. The weed is on Michigan’s invasive species watch list because of its ability to grow six inches within a single day.

Today on Stateside, a U of M climate scientist discussed the realities of climate change, and what's within our grasp for addressing it. Plus, we looked increased tourism has been a blessing and a curse one one U.P. trail. And, we were joined by one of the two Democratic candidates seeking nomination for a U.S. Senate seat in Michigan.

At least 52 Michigan communities have enacted data center moratoriums — temporary pauses that stop the acceptance or approval of permits for certain types of developments.

A conversation about why Michigan swamplands are disappearing and what that means for our state's environment. Also, a Detroit poet shared her summer memories on Boblo Island.