https://www.wcmu.org/tags/climate-change Climate Change en-US Copyright Tue, 05 May 2026 21:16:54 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2026-05-05/northern-michigans-wine-growing-region-adapts-to-a-changing-climate Grape growers are planting hybrid grapes that can withstand colder temperatures, irrigating their vines rather than relying on natural rainfall and turning to new strategies to ensure healthy soil. Tue, 05 May 2026 21:16:54 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2026-05-05/northern-michigans-wine-growing-region-adapts-to-a-changing-climate Miles MacClure, for the Northern Michigan Journalism Collaborative https://www.wcmu.org/2026-04-20/extreme-weather-agriculture Severe weather is happening more frequently as the climate changes, adding to an ever-growing list of challenges for U.S. farmers. From sudden temperature swings to floods, these events can have serious consequences for farms and ranches. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/2026-04-20/extreme-weather-agriculture Emma George-Griffin https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2026-03-31/conserving-wetlands-could-save-michigan-birds-experts-say A recent report shows bird populations are continuing to decline, and one third of birds need immediate conservation action. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2026-03-31/conserving-wetlands-could-save-michigan-birds-experts-say Emma George-Griffin https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2026-03-05/ahead-of-anniversary-northern-michigan-recounts-ice-storm-impacts Those affected by the ice storm last year spoke about their experiences during the days and weeks after the devastation at an event organized by climate advocacy groups. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:34:50 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2026-03-05/ahead-of-anniversary-northern-michigan-recounts-ice-storm-impacts Vivian La, Emma George-Griffin https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-12-17/palisades-nuclear-plant-restart-plans-pushed-back-to-early-2026 Holtec Internation had been saying it planned to resume generating power by the end of 2025. That timeline has now shifted to the start of the new year. Wed, 17 Dec 2025 22:58:00 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-12-17/palisades-nuclear-plant-restart-plans-pushed-back-to-early-2026 Dustin Dwyer https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-11-12/climate-change-is-shrinking-fish-in-michigans-inland-lakes-study-finds Fish in Michigan's inland lakes are shrinking because of climate change, according to a new study from the University of Michigan. Wed, 12 Nov 2025 16:10:16 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-11-12/climate-change-is-shrinking-fish-in-michigans-inland-lakes-study-finds Ellie Katz https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-08-27/3-6-million-michigan-birds-on-the-move-south-heres-how-to-track-them Cooler temperatures this week are giving Michiganders a break from air conditioning and a chance to pull out their fall sweatshirts. For birds, it’s migration time — with more than 3.6 million birds moving across the state last night. Wed, 27 Aug 2025 22:36:47 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-08-27/3-6-million-michigan-birds-on-the-move-south-heres-how-to-track-them Maxwell Howard https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-08-19/smoke-filled-summers-likely-to-become-the-new-norm-in-michigan Smoke from Canadian wildfires is expected to impact Michigan's summer air quality going forward, according to climatologist. Tue, 19 Aug 2025 20:36:53 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-08-19/smoke-filled-summers-likely-to-become-the-new-norm-in-michigan Clara Lincolnhol https://www.wcmu.org/2025-07-01/tornado-season-active-destructive-central-midwest-this-year Destructive tornadoes have hit states such as Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky and Indiana this season as activity shifts east. Meanwhile, scientists say dry and hot weather in the Great Plains brought on by climate change could be slowing the number of tornadoes there. Tue, 01 Jul 2025 09:00:00 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/2025-07-01/tornado-season-active-destructive-central-midwest-this-year Kate Grumke https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-06-17/can-these-trees-withstand-climate-change-msu-researchers-are-planting-thousands-to-find-out A Michigan State University researcher is testing which tree species can best withstand future climate conditions in Michigan. With a $500,000 grant from the state, the project is planting tens of thousands of trees across nine sites to study growth, survival and adaptability. The research could shape forest management for decades. Tue, 17 Jun 2025 22:00:19 GMT https://www.wcmu.org/local-regional-news/2025-06-17/can-these-trees-withstand-climate-change-msu-researchers-are-planting-thousands-to-find-out Alexandrea Ladiski