The Great Lakes

Corn sweat is a real Midwest weather factor. Here’s why Michigan summers feel extra humid and sticky beyond just the Great Lakes.

A Michigan conservation group is tracking Styrofoam pollution along Lake Superior’s shoreline near Pictured Rocks and asking visitors to help report findings.

Michigan jumps to #3 in the 2026 Best Fishing States Index. With abundant freshwater, solid infrastructure, and affordability, the state remains a top destination for fishing enthusiasts. See the full ranking.

Toxic foam warnings and fish safety concerns in Michigan waters. Here’s what to avoid before eating your catch this summer.

That foam on Michigan lakes and rivers could carry PFAS and bacteria. Health officials say avoid contact to keep you and your pets safe this summer.

Discover why Michigan beaches have magnetic sand and why a magnet could be a surprising addition to your next Lake Michigan beach bag

Explore 3 dreamy Michigan lakeside towns that made Midwest Living’s list of the best Midwest lake escapes.

After fines at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, many ask what Michigan’s rules are for taking rocks from beaches and how much is legally allowed.

Sailors still fear Michigan’s Bermuda Triangle, where ships, planes, and people have vanished without a trace on Lake Michigan.

Pumpkin spice isn’t the only sign of fall in Michigan! Lake Michigan’s waterspout season is here.