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Posted inCOVID-19, Drinking Water, Feature Milwaukee, Forever Chemicals Featured, Latest News, Michigan, Milwaukee, News, PFAS, PFAS News Roundup, Region, Research, Data and Technology, Science, Technology, Research, Water Quality and Restoration Efforts, Wisconsin

PFAS News Roundup: Research suggests link with COVID-19, disposal methods increase contamination

by Samantha Cantie July 17, 2020
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Drinking Water News Roundup: Ohio water shutoffs, lead exposure from private wells

by Emily Simroth July 15, 2020
Posted inAbout Great Lakes Now, Authors, COVID-19, Detroit, Detroit River, Feature Detroit, Feature Milwaukee, Freighters, History and Culture, Lake St. Clair, Latest News, Michigan, Milwaukee, News, Ontario, Region, Research, Data and Technology, Science, Technology, Research, Sharon Oosthoek, Water Quality and Restoration Efforts, Who We Are and What We Do, Wisconsin

Sewage Check: Great Lakes researchers look to wastewater for data on COVID-19

by Sharon Oosthoek May 18, 2020November 9, 2025
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Great Lakes Learning: Freshwater science for the youngest learners – Part 2

by Gary Abud Jr. May 5, 2020November 9, 2025
Posted inAbout Great Lakes Now, Algae Blooms, Authors, Climate Change, Lake Superior, Latest News, Natasha Blakely, News, Science, Technology, Research, Water Quality and Restoration Efforts, Who We Are and What We Do

‘Step In and Speak Out’: Residents call attention to Lake Superior

by Natasha Blakely December 20, 2019November 9, 2025
Posted inAbout Great Lakes Now, Authors, Great Lakes Echo, Guest Article, Invasive Species, Lake Michigan, Michigan, News, Region, Science, Technology, Research, Who We Are and What We Do

Fighting invasive species on one island led to plan for all

by Great Lakes Echo November 18, 2019November 9, 2025

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  • Great Lakes shipping lost third of season to ‘inadequate icebreaking’
    The Lake Carriers Association said in a report that it lost 82 shipping days this year because the US Coast Guard failed to break enough ice. Despite repeated attempts, Congress hasn’t invested in a new icebreaker for the Great Lakes.
  • Whitefish waning. Should Michigan have commercial trout, walleye catches?
    Bills under consideration in the House aim to expand commercial access to walleye and trout as whitefish catch rates plummet. Recreational fishing advocates and state fishing regulators object.
  • Around 200 acres protected along Lake Superior for longest national scenic trail
    The Trust for Public Land conveyed 213 acres to the National Park Service this spring in Iron County.

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