The largest lake sturgeon spawning site in the Great Lakes is difficult for even the most skilled of divers to reach, let alone film.
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Outdoors enthusiasts asked to prevent spreading invasive pests
Outdoor activities such as boating, off-roading, and even hiking can spread invasive species if precautions are not taken.
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New book digs into Indigenous cuisine through archaeology, culture and ecology
In a new book, archeologists who study past societies of the Great Lakes agree “you are what you eat,” but they say there’s a lot more to it than that.
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How sensors, software, and other tech could help Ohio’s aging power grid
A new state law will require utilities and regulators to explore advanced transmission technologies before pursuing conventional grid expansion projects.
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Wisconsin might have to pick up tab to retain pollution protections under proposed budget cuts to EPA
Wisconsin might lose federal funding that supports state staff working to keep air, water and lands clean under proposed EPA budget cuts.
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Michigan triples ‘do not eat’ fish warnings as PFAS contamination concerns rise
More PFAS news as Michigan lawmakers introduce their “Polluter Pay Package” and New York considers banning cookware containing PFAS.
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EPA 2026 budget cuts target clean water programs
Budget runs counter to new EPA mission statement that calls for “clean air, land and water for every American.”
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New PFAS guidelines spark more ‘do not eat’ warnings for Michigan fish
Anglers are warned not to eat their catch from 98 Michigan waterbodies, up from 33 last year, after state officials revised their health guidance in light of growing evidence that PFAS is more toxic than previously thought.
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White throated sparrow takes first place in fattest bird competition
A very round white throated sparrow is the heavyweight champion of the 2025 Wisconsin Fat Bird Week contest.
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How much plastic is in the Great Lakes?
A new documentary explores the impact of microplastics in the Great Lakes.
