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Wisconsin finally unlocks $125 million funding for PFAS cleanup

by Lisa John Rogers, Great Lakes Now February 25, 2026February 25, 2026

More PFAS news with a study on Minnesota combustion facilities, and proposed rate hikes for water utilities in Illinois.

Posted inFeatured, Latest News, News

How to check if your Michigan water system is replacing lead pipes

by Planet Detroit December 10, 2025December 18, 2025
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The Next Deluge May Go Differently

by Circle of Blue December 9, 2025December 18, 2025
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Tensions flare as Line 5 public comment deadline nears

by Interlochen Public Radio December 5, 2025
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In world of AI, Michigan State University Extension bets on human expertise

by Bridge Michigan December 2, 2025
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Trump administration moves to weaken federal protections for waterways and wetlands

by Inside Climate News November 24, 2025
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$18M approved in bill credits for Pennsylvania customers in ‘forever chemicals’ settlement

by Lisa John Rogers, Great Lakes Now November 19, 2025December 18, 2025
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The history of taming the Great Black Swamp

by Patrick Wensink November 19, 2025
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Stanton Yards development merges art, nature on Detroit River, envisions ‘thriving new community destination’

by John Hartig, Great Lakes Now November 14, 2025December 18, 2025
Posted inFish, Birds and Animals, Latest News, Michigan, News, Region, Science, Technology, Research

Roads in the Great Lakes region get riskier after daylight saving ends

by Lisa John Rogers, Great Lakes Now November 11, 2025December 18, 2025

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Latest News

  • Wisconsin finally unlocks $125 million funding for PFAS cleanup
    More PFAS news with a study on Minnesota combustion facilities, and proposed rate hikes for water utilities in Illinois.
  • How to check if your Michigan water system is replacing lead pipes
    Michigan’s ambitious plan to replace 580,030 lead and galvanized lines is underway, yet many residents remain in the dark about their water safety. The Michigan Lead Service Line Tracker empowers communities to safeguard against lead exposure.
  • The Next Deluge May Go Differently
    Changes in wetlands policy and reductions in funding mean flooding will worsen.

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