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As we move towards a more sustainable energy and transportation future, one of the methodologies is an increased focus on hydrogen. The University of Michigan has created a hydrogen roadmap meant to help the state's response to new funding opportunities because of Michigan's climate action plan. WEMU's David Fair takes a look at what that means now and moving forward with the director for the Center of Sustainable Studies in the U-M's School for Environment and Sustainability, Greg Keoleian.
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New buildings in Ann Arbor will not be allowed to install natural gas connections. That’s if a proposal from the city’s planning commission is approved. WEMU’s Josh Hakala reports. -
Michigan lawmakers questioned state Department of Corrections officials Tuesday over persistent problems at the state’s only women’s prison. Colin Jackson has more.
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The Legislature is heading into the “lame duck” session that’s expected to wrap up in the next couple of weeks. We have more from Rick Pluta.
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The Washtenaw County Health Department is launching a new program to help residents without health insurance get treated for COVID-19. WEMU’s Taylor Pinson has more.
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Washtenaw County hasn’t been hit with much snow this winter … yet! So, in order to be prepared, the county road commission is in need of snowplow operators. WEMU’s Josh Hakala reports.
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If you’ve been around downtown Ann Arbor in recent weeks, you’ve seen a little more green on the streets. Those are the green bike lanes that aim to improve safety between vehicles and bicycles. WEMU’s Josh Hakala reports.
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Officials tracking homelessness in Washtenaw County are noticing a significant increase in people seeking emergency shelter - and wondering if it’s tied to an increase in evictions. WEMU’s Cathy Shafran explains.
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With the United States set to battle Iran in the World Cup this afternoon, WEMU’s Josh Hakala went searching for the answer to an important debate: Is it soccer, or is it football? And he found the answer in Ann Arbor.
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The race to become the next Michigan Republican Party chair is getting a little bigger. Colin Jackson has more.
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The bipartisan Michigan Board of State Canvassers has certified the results of the statewide November elections. We have more from Rick Pluta.
COVID-19 Updates
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- Mott Children's Hospital full with RSV patients
- Teresa Gillotti stepping down as head of Washtenaw County's OCED
- Washtenaw County motorists see a big jump in gas prices on their way to the polls
- Ann Arbor area residents behind on their water bills can get help
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