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Great Lakes Gift Guide 2020: Remember that road trip, boat ride, microbrew or sweatshirt you should’ve bought with this list
Try these gifts from a variety of places in the Great Lakes region in our selected categories of markets, food and drink, potato chips, books, home decor and wearables.
Who in the U.S. Is in ‘Plumbing Poverty’? Mostly Urban Residents, Study Says
Not everyone in the country has piped water at home. Study authors argue that water access in the U.S. is inseparable from housing and social inequality.
On Wisconsin: Great Lakes Now television series begins airing on PBS Wisconsin
PBS Wisconsin’s addition of the “Great Lakes Now” monthly series means full PBS coverage in a second Great Lakes state.
Message to 2020 Candidates: Focus on water quality in Great Lakes states
A question on the minds of many in the Great Lakes region for the 2020 presidential election candidates: What is your water policy?
Milwaukee significantly behind in project to replace 1,100 lead pipes by end of year
As of Aug. 10, only 333 lines have been replaced.
PFAS News Roundup: Research suggests link with COVID-19, disposal methods increase contamination
Catch the latest updates on what’s happening with PFAS in Great Lakes Now’s biweekly headline roundup.
Drinking Water News Roundup: Well contamination, Montreal distributing lead filters, water protection project grants awarded
Catch the latest updates on what’s happening with drinking water in Great Lakes Now’s headline roundup.
Sewage Check: Great Lakes researchers look to wastewater for data on COVID-19
The virus can be detected in infected people’s feces – sometimes even before they begin exhibiting symptoms.
COVID-19 Next Steps: Great Lakes outdoor recreation begins move toward normalcy
Many parks and public areas are opening – with restrictions.
Milwaukee Neighborhood Pushes Toward Climate Resilience
Milwaukee’s Walnut Way neighborhood has gradually transformed from lifeless parcels to green space.
Earth Day 2020: How to participate from the safety of your home
This year’s Earth Day is a special one, and not just because it’s the 50th anniversary of the event.
From Rust to Resilience: Climate change brings new challenges and opportunities
Great Lakes Now is sharing work from our partners in a project on what climate change means for Great Lakes cities. Here is the initial piece in the series.
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.
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.