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Wisconsin leaders resolute in demands for state action after Line 5 spill

Fri, 2026-09-25 21:06

Wisconsin tribal and environmental leaders are urging Gov. Tony Evers to declare a disaster and take stronger action against Enbridge following the August Line 5 spill, which released about 1.3 […]

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Special emphasis being placed on stopping the spread of aquatic invasive species

Wed, 2026-07-01 18:00

Great Lakes Commission

During Wisconsin’s Great Lakes Landing Blitz, participants will greet boaters and anglers at boat landings and access points across the state. They’ll be sharing information and simple steps that can […]

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Enbridge paid police to protect one pipeline. Now it wants to do it again in Wisconsin.

Fri, 2026-03-06 14:57

Great Lakes Commission

An agreement approved by some Wisconsin counties would allow the oil company Enbridge to reimburse local law enforcement for equipment, training, and policing costs related to potential protests during construction […]

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What over a century of ice data can tell us about the Great Lakes’ future

Mon, 2026-02-16 12:31

Great Lakes Commission

Michigan researchers have gone back in time to get a picture of how ice cover on the Great Lakes has evolved since the late 19th century. Using historical temperature records […]

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