Welcome to Great Lakes Now: a regional news and information hub about how we enjoy, study, work on and experience the world’s largest supply of surface freshwater.
The Great Lakes Now monthly television program is produced by Detroit Public TV in partnership with a network of PBS affiliates around the region. Shooting on location in eight states and Canada, the magazine-style show brings viewers stories about the recreational, economic, scientific, political and environmental issues related to the Great Lakes and drinking water.
Latest News from Great Lakes Now
Water for All: Milwaukee, Chicago lead in ensuring water during COVID-19 crisis
Some Great Lakes cities and states are ahead of the game when it comes to ending water shutoffs during the COVID-19 crisis. Others aren’t.
Shipping Continues: Great Lakes shipping season opens with extra social distancing
Great Lakes shipping hasn’t been stopped by the coronavirus, even as the industry waits to see how it will be impacted in the long term.
COVID-19 Catches: Social distancing doesn’t stop Great Lakes fishing
Stay at home orders aren’t stopping people from fishing in the lakes.
Tighter Restrictions: COVID-19 makes it harder to cross Great Lakes borders between U.S. and Canada
Customers who attempt to pay with cash at the Blue Water Bridge or Detroit-Windsor Tunnel will be turned away.
PFAS News Roundup: Indiana restricts PFAS foam, Wisconsin utility sued, 651 military bases likely polluted
Catch the latest updates on what’s happening with PFAS in Great Lakes Now’s biweekly headline roundup.
Great Lakes Learning: Join us online to learn more on teaching about this amazing freshwater system
Here are three new webinars you can join for free to get ideas about how to help kids learn about the Great Lakes.
COVID-19 could cut millions of dollars of Michigan’s outdoor-related revenue
Michigan outdoor recreation-related companies are struggling to stay afloat amid the fallout from COVID-19.
Inside Entertainment: COVID-19 has Great Lakes aquariums and museums offering online activities
The public can continue to enjoy aquariums, museums and centers as the facilities close buildings. But starting March 25, Parks Canada is closing all national parks.
