environment

The 2026 midterm elections have concluded, and the Democrats will take control of both chambers of Congress next year. For this month's "1st Friday Focus on the Environment," Ann Arbor Congresswoman Debbie Dingell shared her thoughts and predictions on what Democrats may accomplish on the environmental front.

The Youth Environmental Press Team supports aspiring young journalists who write about the climate crisis and other environmental issues. The team is spread across several schools across America, including a new chapter here in Michigan. Ann Arbor Community High students Anna Birchok and Zia Walker co-lead the new chapter. They joined Rebekah Warren to discuss their work and how it may lead to a promising journalism career for themselves and other students.

The City of Ann Arbor has launched a new survey asking residents about public carbon offsets. The deadline for responding is November 20th. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

After several building delays, Ann Arbor’s new Number 4 Fire Station is open for business. It’s the first station in the state to be net zero, carbon neutral. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The city of Ann Arbor has updated its Circular Economy Map for people looking to reuse, repair and restore items instead of throwing them away. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Both candidates in Michigan’s 6th Congressional District race focus on putting Southeast Michigan’s concerns on the national stage in Washington. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has your local pre-election coverage.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) says it has reached an agreement with Gelman Sciences to address The Plume, a contaminated aquifer in Washtenaw County. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The University of Michigan is encouraging recycling efforts with this Saturday’s football game against Indiana University-Bloomington. WEMU’s Joshua Nieman reports.

Republican gubernatorial nominee John James discussed his plan to protect Michigan’s waterways with residents near Lake St. Clair Thursday. Colin Jackson has more.

The City of Ann Arbor’s Office of Sustainability and Innovations is working with the local community to help them become better tree stewards. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the details.