No federal aid to restart Michigan nuclear power plant
The federal government has turned down a request for financial aid to restart a nuclear power plant in southwestern Michigan, the owner said.
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Holtec International seeks federal grant to reopen nuclear power plant in Michigan
Officials say the reopening facility would protect 600 jobs at the plant and 1,100 additional jobs throughout the community and produce more than 800 megawatts of clean power.
Fermi 2 Nuclear Power Plant Shuts Down For Evaluation, Possible Repairs
"Essentially it stopped working," according to a DTE Energy spokesperson.
Regulators Approve DTE's Plan For Fermi 3, Another Nuclear Plant
Federal regulators have approved DTE Energy's proposal for a new nuclear power plant in Monroe County.
Fermi 2 Nuclear Plant Shuts Down After Water Leak Detected
DTE Energy Co. says it has shut down the Fermi 2 nuclear power plant after a water leak was detected within the dry well that encloses its reactor.
Entergy: Radiation Rule Violation Should Get Lower Rating
Entergy Corp. acknowledges it didn't follow some radiation safety monitoring procedures during a refueling of its Palisades Nuclear Power Plant ...
Radioactive Water From Palisades Nuclear Plant Spills Into Lake Michigan
According to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, there is "absolutely no risk" to public health.
More Problems At Palisades Nuclear Power Plant
Operators of the Palisades Nuclear Power Plant in southwestern Michigan say they removed it from service because of a water leak.
Feds Plan Special Inspection Of Fermi 2 Nuke Plant
A special federal inspection is planned of DTE Energy's Fermi 2 nuclear power plant this year because the Monroe-area facility's reactor was shut down too many times in 2012, officials said.
Environmental Coalition Argues Against Fermi 3 Power Plant Addition
An environmental coalition is making more arguments against a proposed addition to DTE Energy Co.'s Fermi nuclear plant in southeastern Michigan.
US Chides DTE For Errors Before Fermi 2 Pump Break
A federal report is criticizing DTE Energy Co. for what it says are maintenance failures leading up to the June breakdown of a cooling water pump at the Fermi 2 nuclear power plant.
Proposed New Nuclear Reactor At Fermi Plant Clears Hurdle
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission has found that environmental concerns are not significant enough to halt the construction of a proposed new reactor at the Fermi plant in Monroe County.
Fermi 2 Nuclear Power Plant Still Down As Repairs Continue
DTE Energy says it may take months before the Fermi 2 nuclear power plant returns to full power because of substantial repairs needed on a reactor water pump.
Fermi 2 Nuclear Power Plant Shuts Down
DTE Energy has shut down its Fermi 2 nuclear power plant near Monroe because of an excess of hydrogen gas in a cooling system for the main electrical generator.
Fermi 2 Back In Service Following Refueling Outage
The Fermi 2 Nuclear Power Plant returned to service Friday when operators synchronized the plant to DTE Energy's electrical system, following a safe, successful refueling and maintenance outage that began March 26.
Report: Power Plant Didn't Follow Safety Protocol
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission says a weeklong shutdown in September at Palisades nuclear power plant in southwestern Michigan was caused by workers and supervisors not following proper safety procedures.
Fermi Security Officer Shoots Self In Foot
Federal regulators are investigating an accidental shooting involving a security officer at Michigan's Fermi 2 nuclear power plant.
Fermi 2 Power Plant Will Seek License Renewal
Officials at Fermi 2 Nuclear Power Plant said they have notified the Nuclear Regulatory Commission that they intend to apply for renewal of Fermi 2's operating license. The current license expires in 2025; the renewal would permit the plant to operate an additional 20 years.
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Northern Michigan wildfire burns through 3,600 acres, forcing evacuations and the closure of a nearby highway
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2023 Detroit Grand Prix race weekend schedule
The NTT IndyCar Series returns to the streets of Detroit this weekend for the Detroit Grand Prix.
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Ford urges owners of some Lincoln SUVs to park outdoors because they can catch fire with engines off
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Tupac Shakur to be honored with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
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Fowling challenge in Detroit ahead of 2023 Grand Prix
Ahead of the race, some of the drivers took on a few Detroit sports stars in a fowling competition, combining football with bowling.
Movement Fest draws over 90,000 visitors over holiday weekend
Tens of thousands of music fans made their way downtown Monday for the final day of the Movement Musical Festival.
"The Little Mermaid" dominates at the box office
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Former first lady Rosalynn Carter has dementia, family announces
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Lack of representation on Dearborn's South End has residents rallying for citywide wards
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