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“We have to make sure, obviously, that belligerent regimes like those in Iran that wish us harm don’t have the means to produce a nuclear weapon,” said Rep. Tom Barrett.

Holtec International initially planned to restart the reactor by the end of last year.

Today, we discuss the future of the Palisades nuclear power plant. Then, we talk to the minds behind NPR's Turning the Tables and authors of a new book on the same topic. Plus, is the power to grant a presidential pardon absolute?

Wolverine Power Cooperative has been awarded a federal grant to subsidize costly electricity from the Palisades Nuclear Power plant in West Michigan — if it restarts.

What the electric vehicle revolution means for Michigan’s copper mining industry. Also, the debate over the future of the Palisades nuclear plant, and a broader nuclear future in Michigan. And, we meet one Detroit creative dedicated to sharing the stories of other Black women artists and makers.

The federal government intends to lend the owners of the Palisades nuclear power plant $1.5 billion to restart the facility, with the State of Michigan budgeting another $300 million.

A report on nuclear energy from engineering firm Enercon, commissioned by the Michigan Public Service Commission, says more plants will be needed in Michigan transition to net zero emissions by 2040.

Holtec International is in discussions with the federal Nuclear Regulatory Commission about permits to build a small modular nuclear reactor at Palisades.

Updated February 3, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.:Activists are wary of declaring total victory after plans for a permanent nuclear waste storage site near the…

Michigan Congressional representatives have introduced a resolution to oppose storing nuclear waste near the Great Lakes.The resolution was introduced by…