migratory birds

A discussion about the odd ducks that call Michigan home during the winter months.

Today, retiring Congressman Dan Kildee reflects on his years in Washington. We’ll also talk about what may lie ahead for the new Congress. Then, where to go in Michigan for prime winter duck-watching. Later, a departing Michigan Supreme Court justice on state court matters. Plus, we catch up with Michigan research on how cannabis affects people suffering from PTSD.

Today, with the onset of the presidential campaign in Michigan, how are candidates and surrogates trying to win over middle-of-the-road voters? Also, a production short-cut in the cannabis vaping industry has regulators scrambling to close loopholes for synthetic THC. Recalling the time a jet bomber flew under the Mackinac Bridge. And, we preview a documentary on birds and their status as an indicator of environmental change.

A conversation with the United States Ambassador to Ukraine, a new dark comedy TV series called "Diarra from Detroit," and conservation efforts happening at one of Michigan’s most important wetlands.

Over 350 species of birds migrate through Michigan every fall. But thousands of the birds die every year in building collisions; experts have some tips to avoid this problem.

A new wildlife tracking tower in Ann Arbor will track migratory birds, bats, and butterflies. The tower fills an important gap in a statewide network of towers.

A Detroit program meant to lower barriers into homeownership for low-income residents is creating financial headaches for many of them. We talked to a Bridge Detroit reporter about what's going on. Also, we got our bird nerd on with some of our favorite birders.

Spring has arrived, and with it, the return of many migratory birds that help define the sounds and sights of the season. We talked to longtime birder April Campbell about what makes spring birding special.

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza is a contagious virus that can be spread in various ways — though health authorities say the risk to humans is low. Tens of thousands of domestic birds have been euthanized this year in Michigan.

The digital platform combines data and studies into one comprehensive view of bird migration between North America and Central and South America.