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Michigan groups urge state house to pass water infrastructure bill
A bill before the Michigan Legislature would allocate $2.4 billion dollars in federal funds for repairs to the state’s aging water infrastructure. Read the full story by 95.3 MNC Radio.
$3 million being invested into Lake Michigan’s shoreline to fight climate change, Asian carp
Three million dollars in funding will be invested to protect Lake Michigan and its shoreline from climate change and invasive species. The U.S. federal government is investing $1.5 million in funding to protect Lake Michigan and the City of Chicago is …
Great Lakes Water Authority monitoring Detroit River for algal bloom threat
As the Great Lakes experience more harmful algal blooms due to climate change, real time monitoring of drinking water for toxins is becoming increasingly urgent. That’s why the Great Lakes Water Authority wants to establish a baseline for water quality…
After public complaints, NRB approves smaller quota increase for Green Bay whitefish
The commercial fishing quota for lake whitefish in southern Green Bay will increase by 57%, according to a final rule approved Wednesday by the Natural Resources Board. Read the full story by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
Illinois House Committee advances bill that would require life rings along lakefront
A new Illinois House bill mandating that life rings be installed along the lakefront and known as the Lake Michigan Rescue Equipment Act just passed through the House Human Services Committee. The bill will soon go to the full state House floor for a v…
Rep. Debbie Dingell talks infrastructure bill, Great Lakes conservation efforts at U-M Botanical Gardens visit
U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell visited the University of Michigan Matthaei Botanical Gardens to discuss the impacts of the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative following the $1 billion in federal infrastructure funding the initiative received last year. Read t…
FLTF updates community on dam/lake stabilization
The Four Lakes Task Force updated mid-Michigan residents on future plans for the Sanford and Edenville dams. Read the full story by the Midland Daily News.
As arctic temps linger, ice expands across the Great Lakes
Two weeks of arctic weather yielded surges in ice production on the Great Lakes, putting ice coverage in line with historical norms. Read the full story by The Duluth News Tribune.
Windmill facility presents difficult question for ensuring bird safety
The New York State Office of Renewable Energy Siting issued a siting permit for a 33-turbine wind energy facility to be located near a wildlife management area close to Lake Ontario. However, this is raising concerns for the safety of migratory birds. …
DWSD working to repair dozens of water main breaks
Detroit’s aging infrastructure is causing water to seep through cracks and the freezing temperatures are making matters worse. The City of Detroit Water and Sewerage department is dispatching crews around the clock to repair water main breaks. Read the…