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DTE Energy’s Saline data center contracts win quick state approval, despite uproar

- Michigan regulators approve fast-track DTE Energy power contracts for Saline Township data center. - The commission reviewed all redacted material in the DTE contracts and ensured no costs will be ...
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DTE, Consumers could influence utility regulator appointment, advocacy groups warn

Gretchen Whitmer delivers the 2025 State of the State address Wednesday, Feb. 26. Photo courtesy of the State of Michigan. -Michigan Public Service Commissioner Alessandra Carreon's term expires July ...
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Data center developers hit pause on $1 billion Howell Township proposal: ‘The right thing to do now’

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Data center developer takes Saline Township to court over rezoning decision

Residents hold signs opposing a data center development at the Saline Township board meeting on Sept. 10. Photo by Brian Allnutt/Planet Detroit. - The township board's decision is an "arbitrary ...
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The Clinton River is a state-designated water trail. Here’s what you need to know.

The Clinton River Water Trail offers 72 paddleable miles and 23 access points through Metro Detroit. Get maps, safety info, ...
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Augusta Township data center battle reaches the ballot next month: ‘Stay off social media,’ resident tells officials

Augusta Township residents vote Aug. 4 on data center rezoning, while recall effort targets board members over approval of ...
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Detroit Zoo stays open through wildfire smoke: How it keeps animals, people safe

Discover how the Detroit Zoo ensures animal welfare during poor air quality conditions driven by wildfire smoke.
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Blowback from latest DTE outage surfaces on midterm campaign trail

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Michiganders for Money Out Of Politics ballot drive clears signature hurdle

Valid signatures for the Michiganders for Money Out Of Politics ballot petition were determined to be sufficient on Friday after a close call by the Board of State Canvassers. However, the board must ...
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Data center news: Michigan Chamber, DTE among members of new data center coalition

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Group behind effort to ban DTE, Consumers political spending lays groundwork

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DTE seeks $163 million gas rate hike as heating help dwindles

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