Detroit prepares for its 21st Tree Lighting event with a 66-foot Norway spruce adorned with 25,000 LED lights, alongside new attractions and festive performances.

A juvenile bald eagle was found in a ditch in Van Buren County, Michigan, and is being cared for by the Michigan DNR after being rescued by authorities.

Rare Plant Fairy in Detroit is cloning endangered ghost orchids to prevent extinction and reduce poaching by providing collectors with an alternative to wild orchids.

Detroit City Council, led by James Tate, is considering an ordinance to legally allow residents to keep chickens, ducks, and bees, aligning with other cities on urban farming.

Detroit celebrated the 25,000th tree planted as part of the Detroit Tree Equity Partnership, advancing urban reforestation, environmental sustainability, and social equality.

A 13,000-year-old mastodon found in Michigan is being digitized by the Grand Rapids Public Museum for future display, featuring rare, well-preserved bones.

The Detroit Zoo is developing a new 7-acre 'Discovery Trails' project, targeting a 2026 opening, with immersive experiences and educational programs focused on conservation.

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park sets a new attendance record with over 785,250 visitors in a year, showcasing its popularity among art and nature enthusiasts.

Kelley Park in Detroit has been revitalized with a $750,000 investment, featuring new amenities like a playground and dog park, supported by Wayne County, Detroit City, and the Gilbert Family Foundation.

Tahquamenon Falls State Park in Michigan begins construction of a new accessible boardwalk at Upper Falls, aiming to enhance visitor experience, with completion expected by August 1, 2025.

The fall colors in Michigan are behind schedule due to warm September weather but are expected to peak in early to mid-October, especially in the Upper Peninsula.

The Detroit Zoo is relocating Binti, their first lion cub in 40 years, as part of a Species Survival Plan, and will soon introduce a new male lion to their pride.

Detroit's urban renewal projects, including Roosevelt Park and the Jason Hargrove Transit Center, earn state and national design awards for transforming decayed areas into vibrant community spaces.