Great Lakes Water Authority

Mayor Sheldon Neeley said he wants to reopen the contract with the Great Lakes Water Authority.

The water is back on in four Metro Detroit communities that were under severe water usage restrictions since Sunday, and the boil water advisories have been lifted.

Today, what's happening with the new data center being developed by Google in Van Buren Township? And, the latest on the water main break in Oakland County over the weekend. Then, a return to a conversation about vernal pools. Plus, a musician's upcoming performance in Detroit focuses on the subtlety of sound. Last, what high numbers of pink salmon could mean for the Great Lakes.

Officials with the Great Lakes Water Authority say the new pipe, which replaces the 42-inch one that ruptured in Auburn Hills on Sunday, is holding up well under normal water pressure. But they say the larger system still needs to be flushed, and pressure restored, before water use restrictions can be lifted.

"This is not a drill. This is a very serious situation," said Orion Township Supervisor Chris Barnett. "It’s going to be very uncomfortable for our residents."

City of Flint leaders say state lawmakers need to act to contain future water rate increases. The bill package would, among other things, ensure that water bills for low-income households do not exceed 3% of that household’s income.

Detroit’s Reparations Task Force has submitted its long-anticipated report of recommendations to the City Council for programs to repair harms and compensate Black residents for historically unjust city policies.

Metro Detroit residents may see the largest water rate hike in a decade as the Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA) proposes significant increases to drinking water and sewer rates for fiscal year 2026.

A regional water utility in Michigan is getting federal help to determine how to best mitigate increasing flood risks.

The Great Lakes Water Authority provides drinking water and wastewater services to most of southeast Michigan. According to a statement from the utility, the change will involve gradually doubling the amount of orthophosphates used in the water treatment process, starting next month. That chemical additive acts to coat pipes, preventing lead or copper from seeping into the water.