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Water rushing through the spillway at the Bellaire Dam on Monday, April 13, 2026. (Photo: Austin Rowlader/IPR News)
GET THE LATEST: What we know as flood waters rise in northern Michigan
Dangerous flood waters and strained dams are raising alarms in Cheboygan, Bellaire and across northern Michigan. The IPR News team — and our partners — are reporting throughout the region and will bring you the latest here and on the air.
Dam operator Leslie Meyers monitoring water levels at the Bellaire Dam. (Photo : Austin Rowlader/IPR News)
Northern Michigan Flood and Dam Resource Guide
Austin Rowlader, Claire Keenan-Kurgan, Ed Ronco
Dozens of immigrants detained in the state were released after filing petitions in federal courts. About 200 more were granted bonds, giving them a chance at freedom — if they can afford it. But many were denied bond.
Screenshots of bond orders. Image of Patrick V. McNamara Federal Building by Beenish Ahmed/Michigan Public. Collage by Adam Yahya Rayes
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Michigan Public
Judges ruled immigrants ‘unlawfully detained’ in Michigan. But many still can't get out.
Dustin Dwyer, Michelle Jokisch Polo, Adam Yahya Rayes
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