Great Lakes Water Quality: Michigan EGLE, MDHHS and MDARD launched an updated online form (Michigan.gov/HABs) for residents to report harmful algal blooms, with photo uploads and hotline options to speed up response and toxin testing. Detroit River Cleanup: Michigan EGLE and the U.S. EPA announced a $10 million partnership to plan cleanup of about 800,000 cubic yards of contaminated sediment along Belle Isle and Harbortown areas, with preliminary goals for the rest of the river. Invasive Species Prevention: The Michigan Invasive Species Program is joining North America’s PlayCleanGo Awareness Week (June 6–13), urging outdoor users to play, clean gear, and go invasive-free. Wildlife Conservation Success: A look at Mio’s Kirtland’s warbler recovery shows how restoring young jack pine habitat helped pull the species back from near extinction. Public Health & Food Safety: MDHHS released the 2026 Eat Safe Fish Guides for 696 Michigan waterbodies, updating which fish are safer to eat based on chemical levels in commonly eaten portions. Local Governance: Lyon Township residents packed meetings to oppose a proposed 1.8 million-square-foot data center (“Project Flex”), after the developer threatened legal action. Water Safety Education: A Michigan House bill (HB4477) would require K-8 water safety education, following lifeguard training at St. Joseph’s Silver Beach. Prison Health Accountability: Rep. Debbie Dingell pressed Whitmer and MDOC for urgent, transparent answers after three deaths at Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility, including concerns about toxic mold.