Technology
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Trio of Michigan Senate Democrats introduce policy to address data center water usage
Following a groundswell of opposition to data center projects throughout the state, a trio of Democratic lawmakers in the Michigan Senate have put forth policy to address concerns of the facilities’ water and energy usage.
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Michigan’s US Senate candidates weigh in on data centers and AI
We asked Michigan’s US Senate candidates about data centers and AI. Here’s what they said—in their own words.
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9 times ordinary Michiganders performed extraordinary acts of kindness in 2025
Get inspired by our 2025 roundup featuring Good Samaritans, generous neighbors, and kind kids.
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AI chatbots are spreading abortion misinformation to Michiganders—and lawmakers are fighting back
Cybersecurity experts and state lawmakers want to ensure that Michiganders have access to accurate abortion information online—even if that means pushing back against federal restrictions.
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Why Michigan’s loudest hearing on the Saline Township data center might still end in silence
Despite overwhelming opposition, a data center in Saline Township could still get fast-tracked with no sworn testimony, no fact-finding, and no real public accountability.
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Nessel joins Ann Arbor area lawmakers, environmentalists demanding scrutiny of DTE data center deal
One of the state’s largest energy companies is asking energy regulators to fast track approval of two contracts to provide power to a data center planned for construction in Saline Township, but environmental advocates and state officials have banded together to demand greater transparency into the details.
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Meta’s ‘teen safety’ tools are failing Michigan kids—and Republicans aren’t helping
Parents and cybersecurity experts want Michigan lawmakers to hold companies like Meta accountable when their platforms fail to keep their pledges to keep kids safe.
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Michigan OKs landmark regulations that push up-front costs to data centers
Michigan regulators on Thursday adopted landmark standards for the booming data center industry with a plan they say tries to protect residents from subsidizing the industry’s hefty energy use.
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Upper Peninsula communities join forces to push back against Big Tech
From Keweenaw to Sault Ste. Marie, communities across the Upper Peninsula are working together as AI data centers and bitcoin mining operations threaten their way of life—and they’re encouraging others to join the fight.
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The Social Security Administration is no longer issuing paper checks. Here’s what you need to know
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has switched to electronic forms of payment. Here’s how you can set up your automatic payments with ease.
