Huron High School Principal Ché Carter will head Washtenaw International High School and Middle Academy this school year. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor reports.

The Fourth of July is a time of celebration for many, but it’s also when pets might experience significant stress. WEMU’s Ana Longoria speaks with a local animal expert on keeping pets calm.

The Michigan House of Representatives voted to loosen the state’s child labor laws Wednesday. Colin Jackson reports that’s as current law has pending requirements waiting to take effect.

State laws barring transgender athletes from competing in girls’ school and college sports have been upheld in a 6-3 ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has more on what this means locally.

Consumers Energy says it’s dropping plans to build a gas-fueled power plant in Lima Township. The move comes after strong local opposition to its construction. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

To ensure safety for the coming 4th of July weekend, Ana Longoria provides a list of fireworks ordinances and policies.

PFAS. Few environmental issues have affected Michigan communities more directly than these so-called "forever chemicals," which have been found in our waterways, groundwater, and drinking water systems across the state. In her first segment as host of "Issues of the Environment," Rebekah Warren was joined by U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin of Michigan. They discussed what local and national actions have been taken and what is needed to prevent further PFAS contamination.

Local health officials are encouraging residents to stay cool and safe both outdoors and indoors as temperatures near 100 degrees. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.

The August Primary Election has a few races where an incumbent is being challenged for a set on the Ann Arbor City Council. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert tells us about who is on the ballot in Ward 5.

The Legislature returns to the state Capitol today for a one-day dash to finish the new state budget before the clock strikes midnight. We have more from Rick Pluta.

Michigan high schools don’t have to include standardized test scores on students’ transcripts anymore. That’s under a pair of laws that took effect Tuesday. Colin Jackson has more.

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled to uphold birthright citizenship granted through the 14th Amendment in a narrow 6-3 decision. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the local angle.