The Board of Water and Light is backtracking on a resolution that would have weakened the board's ability to weigh in on decisions with data centers and give more power to the utility management.

MSU professor Doug Bessette researches the reasons why communities support or oppose renewable energy development. Some of this work could be applied to data centers.

Hamlin Township has ordered a Bitcoin mining trailer to shut down after neighbors reported an all-day, high-pitched noise. The dispute comes as Michigan sees more bitcoin mining operations popping up across the state, raising questions about zoning, noise, and oversight.

A clear, plain-language glossary explaining the energy, water, land use and policy terms driving Michigan’s data center boom — plus links to WKAR’s full coverage of projects in Lansing, Saline Township, Howell Township and across the state.

WKAR News spoke directly with the CEO of Deep Green, the British company behind the proposed Lansing data center. He explains why an international operator chose Michigan, what makes the project different, and why residents are right to ask tough questions about water, energy, and transparency.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer pardoned two turkeys named Faygo and Vernors, and she signed bills aimed at earmarks and budget transparency.

While the recent drought really took its toll on many crops, the Michigan Christmas tree outlook is very good.

It seems counterintuitive that a violent sport would bring people closer, but the students find connectivity by sharing a love for MMA

Michigan lawmakers are debating a bill that would require school board candidates to run with party labels, ending the state’s long nonpartisan tradition. Education groups warn the proposal could inject politics into local districts and limit who can serve.

The grant would help colleges better track academic progress so students can automatically get a two-year degree once they meet the requirements—even if they already transferred out.