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Posted inForests and Plants

Preservation project launches effort to restore rare ravine ecosystem

by Great Lakes Echo July 2, 2026June 30, 2026

A rare ravine ecosystem on Lake Michigan’s western shore is vulnerable to human encroachment. A recent federal grant is supporting restoration efforts in the region.

Posted inWater Quality

Superior mayor makes case for takeover of Wisconsin’s only private water utility

by Wisconsin Public Radio July 2, 2026June 30, 2026
Posted inCulture

Women find community at tree climbing competition in Ohio

by Ideastream Public Media July 1, 2026July 3, 2026
Posted inInvasive Species

In Lake Superior, researchers find invasive bloody red shrimp are here to stay

by Wisconsin Public Radio July 1, 2026July 2, 2026
Posted inWater Quality

Why Is It So Expensive to Replace Lead Pipes in Chicago?

by WBEZ, Inside Climate News and Grist June 30, 2026June 30, 2026
Posted inPFAS

North Bay’s PFAS problem: 5 things to know about a ‘forever chemicals’ hotspot in Ontario

by The Narwhal June 30, 2026June 30, 2026
Posted inIndustry

Enbridge to Pay $275K Settlement for 2019 Wisconsin Spill After DOJ Action

by Wisconsin Public Radio June 26, 2026July 7, 2026
Posted inWater Quality

Scientists have a new tool in the fight against toxic algal blooms: buoys

by The Ohio Newsroom June 25, 2026June 24, 2026
Posted inPolitics

In a Years-Long Fight, the Illinois Environmental Justice Movement Gets a Win

by Inside Climate News June 25, 2026June 26, 2026
Posted inPolitics

After federal protections fall, Boundary Waters advocates prepare for next phase of mining fight

by Julia Roeder June 24, 2026June 25, 2026

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Latest News

  • North Bay’s PFAS problem: 5 things to know about a ‘forever chemicals’ hotspot in Ontario
    In a small northern city, citizens have launched a class-action lawsuit over decades-old PFAS pollution. The city and federal government, meanwhile, are working on a $122-million clean-up.
  • Enbridge to Pay $275K Settlement for 2019 Wisconsin Spill After DOJ Action
    The Wisconsin Department of Justice announced a $275,000 settlement Thursday with energy firm Enbridge for alleged violations of the state’s spills law over a 2019 spill in Jefferson County.
  • Scientists have a new tool in the fight against toxic algal blooms: buoys
    University of Toledo researchers have developed a system of buoys that slowly release algaecide into the surrounding water.

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