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New York Times highlights 2 Wisconsin beaches in list of ‘blissful’ Great Lakes getaways

Fri, 2025-08-15 12:01
Great Lakes Commission

Nothing says quintessential Wisconsin summer like days spent on the shores of Lake Michigan and Lake Superior. And now, after the New York Times published a story highlighting six Great […]

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Yellow perch surviving, but at much reduced levels, in the Wisconsin waters of Lake Michigan

Wed, 2025-08-13 13:17
Great Lakes Commission

Though substantially reduced over the last 30 years by the impacts of invasive quagga mussels, yellow perch in Lake Michigan are showing signs of successful annual reproduction. Read the full […]

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Opening statements in Enbridge Line 5 reroute case show split over pipeline’s risk, reward

Wed, 2025-08-13 12:11
Great Lakes Commission

The contested case hearing over Wisconsin state permits issued to Enbridge Energy for its Line 5 reroute project have begun, and both sides in the case already have staked out […]

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As critical 7-week hearing on Enbridge Line 5 reroute kicks off, we answer top 10 questions

Mon, 2025-08-11 13:32
Great Lakes Commission

The plan to reroute Enbridge’s Line 5 oil pipeline around tribal land in northern Wisconsin will begin its hearing on August 12 to examine whether the Wisconsin Department of Natural […]

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Lake Michigan Day 2025 celebrates successes and addresses challenges

Mon, 2025-08-11 13:23
Great Lakes Commission

Dozens gathered in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, on Lake Michigan Day to celebrate progress and address challenges facing the lake, with speakers emphasizing the importance of a collective effort to combat global […]

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Storm damage closes island with iconic Lake Michigan lighthouse

Mon, 2025-08-11 13:01
Great Lakes Commission

Several areas in Wisconsin continue to recover today from the weekend’s historic heavy rainfall and flash flooding. Storm damage shut down Cana Island, a Lake Michigan island known for its […]

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Surfing culture makes Sheboygan the ‘Malibu of the Midwest.’ A WPR reporter tried it himself.

Fri, 2025-08-01 12:32
Great Lakes Commission

A business in Sheboygan, Wisconsin’s “Malibu of the Midwest” is known for being the state’s first surf shop. People have been surfing on Lake Michigan since the early 1950s, and […]

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DNR publishes 2024 fish stocking summary

Fri, 2025-08-01 12:30
Great Lakes Commission

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has released the 2024 fish stocking numbers for inland waterbodies and the Great Lakes. The Wisconsin DNR stocked more than 3 million fish […]

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Report: Climate change continues to drive warmer weather, extremes in Great Lakes region

Mon, 2025-07-21 14:37
Great Lakes Commission

An updated report confirms climate change is affecting the Great Lakes region through warmer and wetter weather, greater fluctuation in lake levels and disappearing fish populations. Read the full story […]

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Lake Superior Day filled with appreciation and education

Mon, 2025-07-21 14:15
Great Lakes Commission

On the third Sunday of July, the community in Superior, Wisconsin, shows its appreciation for the great lake with Lake Superior Day. Read the full story by WDIO-TV – Duluth, […]

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6 Wisconsin ferries offer a variety of experiences, from fun and free to far and fast

Fri, 2025-07-18 12:39
Great Lakes Commission

Want a free ride across the Wisconsin River? Check. A fast Lake Michigan crossing to avoid Chicago traffic, and get some work done while you’re doing it? Check. Or would […]

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Great Lakes energy bills are rising: Federal cuts could add to the pain

Mon, 2025-07-14 14:51
Great Lakes Commission

Across the Great Lakes, electricity and gas costs are rising, with utilities in Illinois, Michigan, and Wisconsin seeking hundreds of millions in additional rate hikes. Read the full story by […]

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