Earth Day cleanups around Michigan & where to volunteer
Michigan hosts several volunteer-led cleanup days near Earth Day. Here’s where to find them.
Apr
2026
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Apr
2026
9
City councilwoman wants downtown Detroit to work for everyone—including teenagers
Detroit's new free student bus program is getting more teenagers downtown. But Gabriela Santiago-Romero is worried about what happens when they get there.
Apr
2026
7
Michigan Dems push for Trump’s removal after his threat to destroy ‘a whole civilization’ in Iran
Two members of Congress from Michigan want to invoke the 25th Amendment after President Donald Trump’s threats against Iran.
Mar
2026
26
Michigan GOP delegate calls for ICE cosplayers at the polls
A precinct delegate and election worker is reportedly looking to recruit volunteers to dress up as ICE agents on Election Day—which is a federal crime.
Mar
2026
23
Michigan parents to Whitmer: Don’t sign us up for Trump’s vouchers
Over 60% of Michigan voters already rejected a Betsy DeVos voucher scheme. Now, Trump’s trying to bring it back—and Michiganders are telling Whitmer to make sure he keeps his hands off the Mitten’s schools.
Mar
2026
18
Your weekly guide to taking action in Michigan (March 20-26)
A weekly roundup of Michigan protests, political events, advocacy opportunities, and ways to take action statewide–Friday, March 20 through Thursday, March 26.
Mar
2026
12
Dearborn’s mayor says his city is testing solutions to Michigan’s biggest problems
Dearborn is growing faster than most cities in Michigan. That’s forcing Mayor Abdullah Hammoud to rethink housing, public safety, and how the city funds major projects.
Mar
2026
11
Your weekly guide to taking action in Michigan (March 13-19)
A weekly roundup of Michigan political events, protests, advocacy opportunities, and ways to take action statewide–Friday, March 13 through Thursday, March 19.
Mar
2026
2
How many AI data centers are planned in Michigan? We counted.
Artificial intelligence is driving a new wave of industrial development statewide. We mapped the data centers that are proposed, approved, under construction, or already online.
Feb
2026
25
Your weekly guide to taking action in Michigan (Feb. 27-March 5)
From advocating for public education to attending candidate forums, rallying for democracy, and protesting ICE in Michigan, there are plenty of ways to get involved.
