The Metro: Who gets to say no to a data center in Michigan?
At least 19 Michigan cities and townships have voted to pause new data centers — more than in any other...
The Metro: Who gets to say no to a data center in Michigan?
At least 19 Michigan cities and townships have voted to pause new data centers — more than in any other...
The Metro: After a week of outages, a bigger question about Michigan’s grid
If you live in metro Detroit, the last week probably tested your patience — and maybe your fridge. First, the...
The Metro: Are concerns about data centers overblown?
Michiganders are broadly against data centers, especially when they’re proposed near their residence. Their concerns about electricity and water use...
Mackinac Policy Conference: Sen. Peters comments on Iran, state Rep. Puri on budgeting and DTE announces battery storage for data centers
With the 2026 Mackinac Policy Conference underway, politicians, policymakers and journalists are gathering on Mackinac Island this week to discuss major issues facing...
The Metro: The people of Saline vs. Big Tech
One of the largest data center projects in the country is happening in Michigan, in the small farming community of...
The Metro: Big Tech eyes Michigan, but at what cost for residents?
Michigan is racing toward the data center boom that powers artificial intelligence and cloud computing. Lawmakers have approved generous tax...