A policy research group recommends the State of Michigan eliminate the sales tax on fuel and fold it into the per gallon motor fuel tax so it's all is used to pay for roads.

A newly published study suggests as the polluted groundwater moves east, it gets closer to the surface. It suggests regulators should monitor for vapors in basements in those areas.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service placed the northern long-eared bat on the endangered species list.

The state is asking for public comment on a five-year plan for outdoor recreation.

The State of Michigan has surplus money and additional federal dollars coming in from the American Rescue Plan and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

Wages have increased, but inflation has erased any gains in disposable income. With a mild recession expected, workers are not likely to see an increase in buying power until 2024.

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy's Air Quality Division is setting emission limits for five chemicals. There are tens of thousands that have yet to be screened.

Residents were surprised by an application to put a gravel mine in the midst of several lake communities.

A dry cleaning solvent has been found to be a health hazard. It's already polluted sites throughout Michigan. A newly introduced bill would phase out the use.

Nonresident hunting license purchases were up nearly 4% over last year.