Lake Michigan swallows structures, puts property owners on edge hat  Property owners along Lake Michigan have had a stressful stretch of months, as wind and waves continue to cause shoreline erosion and put homes in peril. Some homeowners have already had to make the tough decision to demolish structures. In the South Haven area, the collapse of a stairway leading to the beach has prompted fear from officials and locals alike. MORE ►Counties on Lake Michigan shoreline seek governor's help with high water 'emergency' ►MDOT shoring up M-25 in the Thumb after Lake Huron erosion

  

Ballot initiative aims to curb lobbyist influence over Michigan lawmakers   The people at Progress Michigan think lobbyists have too much influence on Michigan politics. In an attempt to change that, the group is backing a ballot initiative that would put into place some new rules and restrictions for lobbyists. For instance, it would ban lobbyists from giving gifts to elected officials. To get the initiative onto the ballot later this year, Progress Michigan will need to gather hundreds of thousands of signatures. MORE ►Lobbyists spend big on food and drink for lawmakers in 2019

Fsta Major Michigan PFAS polluter named 'Business of the Year' hat  Wolverine Worldwide is a footwear manufacturer known for brands like Hush Puppies and Merrell. Here in Michigan, it's also known as the company responsible for widespread PFAS contamination in northern Kent County. Hundreds of residents in the Rockford area are involved in a lawsuit against Wolverine. Meanwhile, last week, the Rockford Chamber of Commerce named the shoe manufacturer "business of the year." MORE ►Michigan hunting for sources of PFAS in Saginaw River ►Michigan sues 17 chemical companies for PFAS contamination

  

Coast Guard dogs, adoptable piglets and other exciting animals     This week has gone to the dogs ... and the pigs, and the deer. If you are an animal lover, you will want to make sure you see these furry, fun stories. We met Marquette Coast Guard dogs Thor and Loki. We found three little piglets who are looking for a home. We spotted some high-flying deer. Oh, and some people thought they even saw  a Sasquatch . MORE ►Video: 3 little piglets up for adoption