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The Biden Administration has taken steps to address the environmental problems posed by PFAS contamination. The U.S. Supreme Court recently made a ruling overturning the "Chevron Doctrine," and it has environmentalists alarmed. The implications on PFAS regulation and clean-up are already being felt and could have implications right here in Michigan. That's the topic WEMU's David Fair and Michigan League of Conservation Voters executive director Lisa Wozniak chose for the September edition of "1st Friday Focus on the Environment." Their guest is among those concerned about the ramifications. John Reeder is Vice President of Federal Affairs with the Environmental Working Group.
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Ann Arbor has adopted a new city flag in recognition of its bicentennial. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports. -
Amid student protests and candlelight vigils at the start of school year at U-M, the student body government passed a 25-15 vote to end the freeze on student organization funding. Ana Longoria has the story. -
The University of Michigan’s Lecturers’ Union says it has concerns with the school’s new policies regarding campus demonstrations. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports. -
The Michigan Democratic Party is facing a lawsuit over the results of its University of Michigan Board of Regents nominating contest. Colin Jackson has more. -
Robert F. Kennedy Junior has asked the Michigan Court of Appeals to reverse a lower court and remove his name from Michigan’s presidential ballot. We have more from Rick Pluta. -
It's the first week of September, and we have plenty of movies to chat about! WEMU's Mat Hopson sits in David Fair to share all of the movie news and info on special screenings and events you could ask for with Marquee Arts executive director Russ Collins! -
The Michigan Department of Education has stepped in to help the Washtenaw Intermediate School District, or the WISD, just in time for the new school year. Ana Longoria has this report. -
A $500,000 investment from a national organization is going toward helping Michigan House Democrats keep control of the chamber. Colin Jackson has more. -
The Ann Arbor School District is transitioning away from the use of fossil fuels. The district was the first to sign up for DTE Energy’s MIGreen Power Program to get to 100% use of renewable energy, and the district will add four more all-electric school buses this academic year. WEMU's David Fair spoke with the Ann Arbor Schools' Director of Capital Programs, Jason Bing, about where the district is today and where it’s headed. -
Owning a pet is a huge responsibility, and it takes a lot of care. When in need of appropriate supplies, Ypsilanti residents can find three pet stores that can provide what you need for your furry friends. And there's the opportunity to make some human friends along the way. Concentrate Media's Rylee Barnsdale caught up with the owner of the recently opened "Depot Town Cats & Dogs", Holli Andrews, for this week's "On the Ground Ypsi."
