New research suggests an ancient hotspot helped shape the Great Lakes, challenging traditional formation theories.

When the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement was passed in the 1970s, eutrophication was the big problem. Eutrophication occurs when too many nutrients enter a body of water, increasing the amount of ...

Altogether, the Great Lakes are seeing healthier ice coverage this year. Here's what to know about their current conditions.

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The Great Lakes are currently at 33.19% ice coverage, the highest point so far in 2025. This year's ice coverage is significantly higher than the past two years, with Lake Erie reaching 92.9% ...

According to the map, at least 31 to 100 nurdles were discovered in just two hours by a team of 17 volunteers near East Creek on June 22, 2024. The Great Lakes have a long history of pollution and ...

Much of the country is forecast to see warmer-than-average temperatures and drought conditions this spring, according to NOAA.

After nearly a week of freezing temperatures — below zero on several days — the Great Lakes are seeing significant ice creation, with Lake Erie nearly completely frozen over. Lake Erie was ...

In the Northeast, sleet and freezing rain may occur, affecting driving conditions and possibly creating power outages.

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Lake effect snow is dependent on the Great Lakes water temperature and how much of the lake is frozen. But what does the current ice concentration look like and how does this ...