President Donald Trump is proposing a 90% cut to the federal funding that helps states pay for water projects. But how does that funding actually work? We teamed up with […]
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Points North: Once in a Blue Moon
Blue moon ice cream, this quintessentially Midwestern, bright blue dessert, is a mystery. No one can agree on what it tastes like, and no one with the info will say. We try to find out.
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In Minnesota, community solar stays alive
More energy news as Wisconsin becomes the latest state to board the nuclear power train and Michigan pauses disputed new energy efficiency standards for homes.
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Empowering Environmental Stewardship: How Barn Sanctuary Champions Compassion and Conservation in the Great Lakes
Michigan’s farm animal sanctuaries offer a contrast to industrial agriculture. Learn how their sustainable practices contribute to a healthier Great Lakes ecosystem and cleaner water.
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Has this freighter made its final voyage?
It’s been 50 years since a freighter sank in the Great Lakes. But in the summer of 2024, one freighter came dangerously close.
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How Ontario could have cracked down on Chemical Valley pollution — but chose not to
Toxic emissions from plants in Sarnia have harmed Aamjiwnaang First Nation for decades. Documents obtained by The Narwhal show how Ontario abandoned plans that could have helped.
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Great Lakes Moment: Detroit River carrion scavenger on the increase
Tens of thousands of turkey vultures glide over the Detroit River, offering citizen scientists a surprising highlight of hawk migration season.
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Wisconsin DNR expands private well PFAS testing to five Oneida County townships
People on private wells in five Oneida County Townships may be offered free PFAS testing.
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Where the strawberries still grow
Strawberries are known as heart berries or ode’iminan in Ojibwemowin and they play a special role in our regional ecosystems.
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Chicago residents risk daily lead exposure from toxic pipes. Replacing them will take decades.
The city with the most lead service lines in the country doesn’t plan to finish replacing them until 2076.