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An ice storm followed by blizzard conditions coated trees and powerlines with ice leaving more than 100,000 northern Michigan residents without power.
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Michigan saw a period of drought this winter, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. It’s among several Midwestern states experiencing dry periods.
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In today's episode, we discuss the Kentwood Police Department's plan to incorporate AI into report writing. Then, how the new coach of the Detroit Red Wings is bringing renewed energy to Little Caesars Arena. After that, a Grand Rapids runner's attempt to run all the city's streets. Lastly, a look into what happened to the federal loan program to assist small businesses that depend on snow-filled winters.
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The next supermoon — which appears larger and brighter than a regular full moon due to its proximity to Earth — will not be visible for nearly a year.
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There have been 70 wildfires in Michigan in September and October. That's seven times the normal number.
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Florida residents are beginning to repair repairing damage from Hurricane Milton. Milton’s path through Florida came shortly after Hurricane Helene blew ashore.
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The emergency management agency has long tried to respond to rumors that might delay recovery efforts. But a former FEMA official says the current information environment has never been so bad.
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Consumers Energy and DTE Energy reported about 350,000 outages Tuesday evening after a line of thunderstorms swept through the Lower Peninsula.
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The next blue supermoon will not happen until 2032, but supermoons occur more frequently.
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Today, we talk to a Michigan cherry farmer after a tough growing season. Then, an endangered wolf . . . in Michigan? IPR's Points North tells us the story. Later, a University of Michigan professor talks about an Indiana Jones style discovery.
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How do you stay cool when it's 120 degrees and there's no AC? Dr. Gulrez Shah Azhar, who grew up in India, shares strategies from the Global South.
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Malik Yakini, executive director emeritus of Detroit Black Community Food Sovereignty Network, an organization that runs D-Town Farms, talks about what to do if your home garden needs help.