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Ypsilanti Township has approved a 180-day moratorium on any new major electric infrastructure. It’s on the heels of The University of Michigan’s decision to build a high-tech computing center on a parcel next to the Huron River. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The wording Michigan voters will see for a ballot question concerning political donations became final Monday. Colin Jackson has more.

The Huron Valley Area Labor Federation (HVALF) is throwing its unanimous support behind the ballot initiative of Ann Arbor for Public Power. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Michigan’s utility regulators say power bills could get cheaper if rates start getting set for multiple years at a time rather than annually. Colin Jackson has more on the new policy recommendations.

Ann Arbor Public Power has gathered enough valid signatures to put the question of a public utility to voters this November. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.

Officials gathered on Wednesday to cut the ribbon for a solar array in the parking lot of the Washtenaw County Human Services Building in Ypsilanti. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The August 4th primary elections are right around the corner. One of the most closely watched races in our region is the Democratic primary race for Mayor of Ann Arbor. Christopher Taylor is the Incumbent Mayor, seeking reelection for what will be his final term. His opponent, Yousef Rabhi, is a self-described “Democratic Socialist” and currently serves as a member of the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners. WEMU's Caroline MacGregor spoke to Rabhi about his campaign and what his goals are for the city if he is elected.

The August 4th primary elections are right around the corner. One of the most closely watched races in our region is the Democratic primary race for Mayor of Ann Arbor. Christopher Taylor is the Incumbent Mayor, seeking reelection for what will be his final term. His opponent, Yousef Rabhi, is a self-described “Democratic Socialist” and currently serves as a member of the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners. WEMU's Caroline MacGregor spoke to Taylor about his reelection campaign and what he has accomplished during his time in office.

A new plan from the governor's office to regulate data centers includes new laws and a pledge for companies to sign. Colin Jackson has more.

There’s a new challenge to the signatures for a petition to limit political donations from Michigan’s public utilities and large government contractors. Colin Jackson has more