Jena Brooker

Days over 90 degrees on the heat index are expected to quadruple over the next two decades, meaning more closures for Detroit public schools.

Hot days that force school closures are exacerbated by urban heat, produced by blacktop and concrete that trap heat and a shortage of trees for shade and other plants.

More than 60 artists have created a 16,000-square-foot exhibit with various fiber art interpretations complete with interactions, performances, and events for Detroit’s Month of Design.

Jena Brooker has details on how to take part in the 27th annual Detroit Farms and Gardens tour this weekend hosted by Keep Growing Detroit.

The state held a public hearing Thursday to consider the automaker’s request to increase particulate matter emissions at its east side plant. Public comment is being accepted through Sept. 9.

Before she goes out for a run, Detroit environmental justice lawyer Liz Jacob checks the day’s air quality to determine the cleanest route, puffs her

About 50 people attended the meeting, where several asked EGLE staff why they'd consider the Stellantis request to increase emissions of particulate matter.

Jena Brooker sits in on a talk about the Michigan Supreme Court decision to phase out tipped wages and raise the minimum wage and the affect on small businesses and restaurants.

A permit was approved to remove capacity limits for the Detroit refinery with some changes as a result of public comment.

It’s gotten even worse to live in Detroit with asthma compared to last year. And there are many contributing factors.