environment

County says purchase will save taxpayers money and meet environmental standards.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer gave a speech today outlining her priorities for the rest of the year, including paid family and medical leave.

A coalition of nonpartisan organizations in Grand Rapids are urging lawmakers to quickly pass clean energy policies. The call to action came ahead of a visit from a state task force Wednesday morning.

A bill signed into Michigan law today makes it easier for state agencies to issue environmental rules that are tougher than federal standards

The current law passed during 2018’s lame duck session, before Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer took office. It faced criticism at the time from Democrats and environmental groups for its predicted effect

The Grand Rapids Climate Coalition will host an Earth Day March and discussion panel this Saturday. The goal is to add pressure on the city to take greater action on climate change for a greener future.

The approval rounds out $750 million in funds the state contributed to get the site ready for the project

In observance of Radon Action Month, Kent County Health Department is encouraging residents to test for the radioactive gas in homes. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States claiming the lives of more than 20,000 Americans every year, according to the U.S. Surgeon General.

The Michigan, a 112’ tug and barge, had a maximum potential of 40,000 gallons of oil and fuel onboard, but in a release on Monday, Coast Guard pollution responders said the vessel is not actively polluting. 100 feet of hard boom with absorbent material have been deployed as a preventative measure.

The Midwest retail giant received two Freightliner eCascadia semitrucks earlier this month. The trucks will operate out of its Lansing Distribution Center, making multiple, daily deliveries to Meijer supercenters within a 200-mile range.