Jan 7, 2026 | Daily News
Findings from a long-running project have already shown high levels of PFAS in nestling bald eagles across Wisconsin. Now researchers have found a decline in antibody levels among eaglets with high PFAS levels. Read the full story by Wisconsin Public Radio.
Jan 7, 2026 | Daily News
New research and state analysis are reframing Michigan’s groundwater as one interconnected system, large enough to rival a Great Lake. Read the full story by The Sun Times News.
Jan 7, 2026 | Daily News
The Ohio EPA is considering a new statewide permit that would let data centers discharge certain wastewater into Ohio waterways. The new permit would create a one-stop statewide approval process for data centers that discharge wastewater. Read the full story by...
Jan 7, 2026 | Daily News
A new documentary highlights collaborative efforts to restore lake sturgeon in the Saginaw Bay watershed, where the species has been reduced to less than 1 % of its historic numbers. Read the full story by Midland Daily News.
Jan 7, 2026 | Daily News
A 22-foot vessel built in Manitowaning, Ontario, has been utilizing cutting-edge civilian underwater drones to discover secrets hidden in the depths of the Great Lakes. Read the full story by The Manitoulin Expositor.
Jan 7, 2026 | Daily News
While ice is starting to close in on the Great Lakes, the Soo Locks will remain open until January 15, or until commercial traffic comes to an end. Read the full story by Lansing State Journal.
Jan 7, 2026 | Daily News
Recent sightings of the latest class of captive-reared Great Lakes piping plovers on their wintering grounds in Georgia highlight ongoing recovery and tracking work for this small shorebird species, which nests on sandy Great Lakes beaches in summer. Read the full...
Jan 7, 2026 | Daily News
Powerboat racing is set to return to Sheboygan, Wisconsin, in summer 2026 as part of the city’s ongoing hosting of high-speed offshore racing events, continuing a tradition that draws competitors and fans for exciting summer weekends on the water. Read the full story...
Jan 7, 2026 | Daily News
Michigan’s aging water infrastructure — much of it over 50 years old and underfunded — faces increasing pressure to support growing demand from new data centers while also addressing wastewater, drinking water, and stormwater challenges. The state is seeking more...
Jan 7, 2026 | Daily News
New guided tours aboard the historic S.S. Badger will give visitors a behind‑the‑scenes look at areas like the ship’s engine room and pilot house, offering insights into how the last coal‑fired passenger steamship in the U.S. operates. Read the full story by...
