Controversy over a proposal to lease state land near Gaylord for a solar array has spiraled into a battle over Michigan’s role in the green energy transition. Some lawmakers want to halt all solar development on public lands; critics accuse them of hypocrisy.

Researchers at the University of Michigan sought to measure loneliness and isolation among Americans 50 and older. There’s good news amid the bad: Post-COVID, the rate of loneliness has receded.

More than 1 in 5 Michigan voters cast their ballots early and in-person in November. State data shows the new option was especially popular with older voters, but they weren't alone.

The market value of material disposed of in Michigan is between $500 million and $676 million, according to a report by the Michigan Sustainable Business Forum.

Michigan has a new Legislature, but some things remain the same, including underrepresentation for women, minority groups and young adults.

Highly contagious noroviruses cause miserable symptoms, and infections have been on the uptick in recent weeks.

Michigan lawmakers are upset over a state plan to lease 420 acres near Gaylord for a nearby solar farm. Now, the company involved says it no longer wants the land.

The state needs to build fueling stations and higher-capacity production facilities to support hydrogen-fueled trucks.

As President-election Donald Trump prepares to return to office this month, this is what he promised Michigan voters he'd do. Some of it, he said, will happen "immediately."

Trump made dozens of promises during 21 campaign stops in Michigan, from lowering taxes to bringing back all auto jobs. We’ve chronicled them all and gauged what it would take to accomplish his goals.

It’s a new year, Michigan! Have you paid attention? Prove your smarts with 10 amazing questions about the week that was.

Money from undisclosed sources and the ultrawealthy made up the largest chunks of Michigan political spending in 2024 elections.

West Michigan’s success is poised to be a national example, economic developer Randy Thelen says.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has pushed for expanded pre-K access and more adults with college degrees. Her new department sees signs of success.

The race is on at Michigan State University to understand bedroom habits of the sea lamprey before they eviscerate Great Lakes fish populations.

A recent study found that automated license plate readers are useful tools but also have the potential for abuse.

Several Michigan high schools have recently installed or approved the installation of artificial turf fields. A recent study found that injuries were more likely than on natural surfaces.

Ten years ago, scientists discovered ancient hunting camps beneath the lake. Now, DNA samples from a submerged peat bog could produce more revelations about the prehistoric Great Lakes.

The state recycling rate is about 23% now, compared to a national rate of 32%. The state grants support projects in communities throughout Michigan.