We took to the streets this summer to ask Michigan residents what they thought about the proposal to legalize recreational marijuana in the state. The results were understandably mixed. Some didn't want to talk for fear of repercussions at work, while others openly voiced their support. Many said regulation and enforcement of laws were top priorities. Interestingly, the views expressed were similar to what we heard during a recent trip to Oregon where recreational pot has been legal since 2015. MORE ►Michiganders talk about legalizing recreational pot ►Oregonians share views on recreational pot ►The Nuge just says no to pot
The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality announced Wednesday that Enbridge Energy and Governor Rick Snyder agreed to a proposal regarding the controversial Line 5 pipeline. The agreement would have Enbridge pay for and build a utility tunnel about 100 feet beneath the Straits of Mackinac. However, this is far from a done deal. As the DEQ touted the agreement as a win-win, Enbridge officials said the agreement is a "commitment to explore" the tunnel option. MORE ►Legislators ask for review of DEQ after 2012 PFAS report 'sat largely ignored'
If you like the idea of letting a snake wrap itself around your wrist (or maybe your head), the Reptarium is the place for you. This hands-on reptile zoo in Utica allows you to get up close and personal with tiny lizards, massive snakes and scaled creatures of many shapes and sizes. You can even meet a bearded dragon named Fetty Wap. Reporter Ed Pevos has all the details on this new indoor zoo so you can slither in for a visit. MORE ►The 17 snakes you might meet in Michigan
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