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Consumers Energy's Dam Sale Plan Sparks Controversy Over Public Land Access and River Stewardship
Consumers Energy proposes selling 13 hydropower dams to private equity firm for $13, sparking debate over public land access, river stewardship, and environmental impacts across West Michigan.
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - elections
John James Turks Caicos Vacation Controversy Plagues Michigan Governor Campaign
John James faces mounting criticism over his Turks & Caicos vacation during the government shutdown and a fake social media post about the Tigers home opener, while Perry Johnson's $10 million ad campaign intensifies attacks on the congressman's governor bid.
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·7 sources - governor
Michigan MPSC Approves 1.3 GW Battery Storage Projects, 332 MW to Serve Oracle Data Center Despite Controversy
Michigan MPSC approved 1,332 MW of battery storage projects, including 332 MW to serve Oracle's data center, despite Attorney General pushback on data center contracts and utility rate approvals.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - courts
Michigan Supreme Court to Decide Fate of Line 5 Tunnel Permit as Pipeline Controversy Continues
The Michigan Supreme Court is set to rule on whether state regulators properly approved a tunnel permit for Enbridge's Line 5 pipeline as environmental groups and tribal nations challenge the environmental review process.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - Religion
Dearborn Ashura March Draws Thousands and National Backlash Over Flag Display
About 3,000 Shia Muslims marched through Dearborn for the annual Ashura procession on Sunday. The event drew national attention and controversy after conservative commentators criticized the absence of American flags among participants.
3h ago·Michigan Capitol·3 sources