Once again, Bass Lake and Shaver Lake were left trashed over Fourth of July holiday. Columnist’s modest proposal: Ban Fresno residents from mountain lakes.

From now on, Fresno residents (plus folks from Clovis and Madera, just to be safe) should be prohibited from picnicking at Bass Lake and Shaver Lake on the Fourth of July.

Jul 20, 2025 — Lake Champlain. Photo: Brian Mann A research institute in Plattsburgh has a new high tech weather station that will provide access to previously out-of-reach data on Lake Champlain.

Shaver Lake Kokanee fishing heats up, and Pine Flat trout action stays productive. Check expert tips for the best fishing spots across Central California.

WEST MICHIGAN — If you took a trip to a Lake Michigan beach over the past couple of days, you may have been shocked by the sharply colder water temperatures. Here's what happened!

The Chicago weather forecast this week includes a Beach Hazards Statement along Lake Michigan in Cook and Lake counties until Thursday morning.

The National Weather Service 's Beach Hazard Statement, issued July 7, said that high waves and dangerous currents are occurring along Lake Michigan beaches.

Canyon Lake has been rising for 20 days in a row. Here’s where water levels are now.

High winds and heavy rain are the hallmarks of the storm crossing the big lake and heading into Michigan today. Graphic courtesy of the National Weather Service ...

The National Weather Service has issued a Beach Hazards statement for a popular stretch of Lake Michigan beaches. It warns of waves building up to 7 feet today, and strong currents that could pull ...