News Summary Industry groups representing Michigan homebuilders have filed lawsuits against the state to block new energy efficiency building codes set to take effect in August 2025. Builders argue the increased costs, estimated to add $16,000 to typical home construction, will worsen the housing crisis. Proponents of the regulations contend
News Summary Residents in Michigan are facing rising gas prices, with the statewide average now at $3.29 per gallon, a 20-cent increase from last week. This rise is part of a national trend linked to escalating tensions in the Middle East following U.S. military strikes. Analysts predict prices may continue
News Summary A jury has awarded over $75 million to Brian Mierendorf, a 37-year-old HVAC technician severely injured in a chemical explosion at a Kroger store in Bloomfield Township. The incident, resulting from a defective refrigerant, caused devastating injuries requiring 25 surgeries. The case raises serious concerns about Kroger’s safety
News Summary The Michigan Department of Attorney General has filed a lawsuit against Tribar Technologies Inc. and Adept Plastic Finishing Inc. for serious air and water pollution violations. The companies have been accused of discharging toxic chemicals into the Huron River, prompting immediate regulatory action. Both firms have ceased operations,
News Summary Michigan’s bottle return rate dropped to 70.4% in 2024, marking the lowest level since 1990. This decline, coupled with over $116 million in unclaimed deposits, raises concerns about sustainability and recycling initiatives. A new campaign aims to encourage bottle returns, while proposed legislative changes seek to modernize the
News Summary Oakland County has closed three beaches following routine testing that revealed unsafe levels of E. coli bacteria. As part of a broader effort to ensure public health, authorities have issued advisories and are urging residents to stay updated on water safety. Approximately 250 beaches in the area face
News Summary The U.S. EPA has authorized the Michigan Potash and Salt Company to proceed with a new mining facility in Evart Township, which will extract potash and salt at an estimated cost of $1 billion. The project has received significant financial backing from federal and state sources but faces
News Summary ZestyAI has received approval from the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services for its Severe Convective Storm suite. This advancement comes as Michigan faces soaring weather-related insurance losses, exceeding $5 billion since 2019. The suite aims to provide insurers with enhanced predictive analytics for property-level storm damage,
News Summary The U.S. Justice Department has filed lawsuits against Hawaii, Michigan, New York, and Vermont, claiming their climate initiatives conflict with federal authority and the administration’s energy agenda. The complaints target state-led actions against fossil fuel companies, viewing them as overreaching and burdensome. Legal experts highlight the unusual nature
News Summary The J.H. Campbell coal plant in Ottawa County, Michigan, will remain operational for an additional 90 days due to an emergency order from the U.S. Department of Energy. This decision, driven by concerns over electricity shortfalls during summer peak demand, allows the plant to continue generating 1,560 megawatts
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