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Chrystal Blair

Reporter · US

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Aug 24, 2026
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  1. Article · Aug 24, 2026 · Chrystal Blair/ Michigan News Connection

    Experts say simple habits can boost brain health for older adults (opens the original)

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    As communities recognize National Senior Citizens Day on Aug. 21, brain health experts are highlighting steps older Michiganders can take to protect memory and cognitive health as people age. In Michigan, almost 2 million residents are 65 and older, making up close to one in five people in the state. Meanwhile, nearly 17% of Michiganders age 45 and older report experiencing worsening memory loss or confusion. Health officials said staying socially and mentally engaged is key to keeping the brain

  2. Article · Aug 18, 2026 · Chrystal Blair/ Michigan News Connection

    Michigan lung specialist challenges EPA truck emissions proposal (opens the original)

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    The Environmental Protection Agency is proposing changes to emissions requirements for model year 2027 heavy-duty trucks. The agency estimates the plan could save buyers up to $6,000 per truck while preserving nearly 90% of projected nitrogen oxide reductions. It would also shorten emissions warranties, delay tougher durability requirements and temporarily allow some engines to exceed the new standard. Dr. MeiLan Han, a pulmonologist at the University of Michigan and a spokesperson for the Ameri

  3. Article · Aug 6, 2026 · Chrystal Blair/ Michigan News Connection

    Michigan Line 5 ruling renews fight over Great Lakes protections (opens the original)

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    Tribal nations and environmental groups are gearing up for another fight over Enbridge’s proposed Line 5 tunnel as the project heads back to state regulators. The aging pipeline carries oil and natural-gas liquids through the Straits of Mackinac, where opponents fear a spill could devastate the Great Lakes. Enbridge wants to replace the underwater section with a new pipeline housed in a 4-mile tunnel under the lakebed. The Michigan Supreme Court found regulators had not adequately considered pot

  4. Article · Jul 23, 2026 · Chrystal Blair/ Michigan News Connection

    In Wisconsin, Medicaid now offers postpartum coverage for a year (opens the original)

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    By Jonah Beleckis for the Wisconsin Independent. Broadcast version by Judith Ruiz-Branch for Wisconsin News Connection reporting for the Wisconsin Independent-Public News Service Collaboration. Leaders of Wisconsin’s health department are celebrating the July start of a new law that extends postpartum Medicaid coverage from 60 days to a year, a policy that they said will save lives. About 16,000 Wisconsinites who use Medicaid will gain extended coverage over the next year, said Wisconsin Departm

  5. Article · Jul 20, 2026 · Chrystal Blair/ Michigan News Connection

    Michigan Line 5 opponents vow to fight recent tunnel permit (opens the original)

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    Opponents of Enbridge’s proposed Line 5 tunnel underneath the Straits of Mackinac said Michigan’s decision to reissue a key permit will not end their fight against the oil-related infrastructure. Environmental groups have long warned an accident could cause an oil spill in the Straits, threatening the Great Lakes. However, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy said the project meets state regulatory requirements. In reissuing the permit last week, it concluded the projec

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