Experts say the Great Lakes can be more dangerous than the open ocean due to their volatile nature. Waves on the Great Lakes are steeper and closer together, causing choppy conditions and a rougher ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- The Great Lake Michigan is considered Chicago's natural wonder. Renowned for its breathtaking views of the city's skyline and beaches, it serves as a recreational hub for swimming and ...

Marguerite Xenopoulos receives funding from Canada Research Chairs and the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council. Michael R. Twiss is affiliated with the International Association for ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio – A new cruise line is coming to the Great Lakes, and this one will start and end sailings in Cleveland, adding an economic boost to the city. American Cruise Lines, known for its U.S.

The Great Lakes water levels are declining right now. Here’s a look at the few factors causing the water levels to go down. First off, it’s not a surprise that the Great Lakes are going down right now ...

FRANKLINVILLE, N.Y. (WIVB) — Concerns are mounting among Franklinville-area residents who live near Ischua Creek, which state environmental officials say was contaminated by discharge from the Great ...

Suburbs and cities in Lake County are putting out messages to residents in anticipation of federal agents expected to come to the Great Lakes Naval Base in North Chicago as part of the Trump ...

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NORTH CHICAGO, Ill. (WLS) -- The mayor of North Chicago, home of the Navy base that will be used by federal agents, is offering new insight into what an upcoming immigration operation might entail.

National Weather Service (NWS) meteorologists warned millions of people against entering the water at four Great Lakes on Monday amid dangerous currents and large waves. Beaches on the Great Lakes ...

Extreme heat waves and cold spells on the Great Lakes have more than doubled since the late 1990s, coinciding with a major El Niño event. Using advanced ocean-style modeling adapted for the lakes, ...

The Great Lakes have a rich history of ghost stories and maritime lore. Lake Superior's "Shipwreck Coast" is known for numerous shipwrecks and ghost ship sightings. The SS Bannockburn, a vanished ...