State Leaders Join Forces To Combat Asian Carp, Other Invasive Species
The governors of eight states surrounding the Great Lakes and the leaders of two Canadian provinces agreed today, to join forces to combat invasive species including Asian carp.
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The governors of eight states surrounding the Great Lakes and the leaders of two Canadian provinces agreed today, to join forces to combat invasive species including Asian carp.
Five U.S. and three Canadian vessels worked to clear paths on Lake Erie, Lake Ontario, the St. Lawrence Seaway, the Detroit and St. Clair rivers, and southern Lake Huron.
Foreign mussels hitchhiking to the Great Lakes in the ballast water tanks of international freighters are becoming one of the most vexing environmental problems facing the Great Lakes. A group of scientists from Wayne State University, in collaboration with the United States Geological Survey and the Environmental Protection Agency, are working together to battle this problem.
At one point last week, the ice cover reached 92.2 percent for the entire five-lake system.
Abundant rain and snowfall have given the Great Lakes a boost this year, but it's too early to declare an end to slumping water levels.
Astronauts recently noticed that something was different about one of the Great Lakes ...
The annual August full moon is also called the sturgeon moon because it's believed the giant fish are most easily caught during the full moon period.
It's a serious problem and getting worse. Alcohol and drug use on the Great Lakes.
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A lawsuit seeks tougher rules dealing with ballast water discharges from ships to prevent more invasive species from reaching U.S. waterways.
It's not a sport that comes to mind when you think of Michigan, but people have been surfing the Great Lakes since the 1940's.
The algae produces liver and nerve toxins that can not only sicken people and kill pets and wildlife but also take a bite out of the lake's annual $11.5 billion annual tourism industry.
Federal experts will discuss the causes and potential consequences of low Great Lakes water levels during a Thursday seminar in Ann Arbor that also will be broadcast on the Web.
Police are confirming that there is some kind of oil spill in the area of 14 Mile and Hoover roads.
Officials say some Asian carp probably have found their way into the Great Lakes, but there's still time to stop the dreaded invaders from becoming established and unraveling food chains that support a $7 billion fishing industry and sensitive ecosystems.
Water levels across most of the Great Lakes are likely to remain well below average for the next six months, posing continued hardships for commercial vessels and tourist towns that cater to recreational boaters.
The warming climate and modern farming practices are creating ideal conditions for gigantic algae formations on Lake Erie, which could be potentially disastrous to the surrounding area's multi-billion-dollar tourist economy.
Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder says a meeting of Great Lakes governors and premiers planned for later this spring is "way overdue."
Gov. Rick Snyder signed legislation earlier this week creating a $21 million program to deepen Michigan harbors that could become impassable to boats as parts of the Great Lakes hover near historically low levels.
Water levels on the Great Lakes are so low that shippers are being forced to leave as much as 15 percent of their cargo behind, said industry experts who are working to find ways to alleviate the problem
The effectiveness of a long-term plan to heal the ailing Great Lakes could be marred by federal spending cuts, which also could make it harder to cope with low water levels that threaten the region's economy.
GOP state Senators want to use $30 million from the state's rainy day fund to dredge Great Lakes harbors grappling with record-low water levels.
Gov. Rick Snyder will call for spending $11 million this year to dredge Michigan harbors in danger of losing their connections to open water because of low Great Lakes levels.
The U.S. Coast Guard is warning that warmer temperatures over the next few days are likely to cause unsafe ice conditions on Lake Erie and the other Great Lakes.
The University of Michigan has ended its long partnership with the PhD Project after a federal civil rights agreement.
The State Department urged Americans to "depart now" from countries including Bahrain, Egypt, Israel, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
The Michigan Department of Transportation is starting the next stage of the M-14 / I-96 Reconstruction project.
A new text-based scam fraudulently claims to be from the 36th District Court in Wayne County, seeking toll payments.
Iran's neighbors rage over Iran's response to the U.S.-Israeli war, and Israel launches a new incursion in Lebanon on day 4 of the Mideast conflict.
Iran's neighbors rage over Iran's response to the U.S.-Israeli war, and Israel launches a new incursion in Lebanon on day 4 of the Mideast conflict.
The shooting is the second in two days involving a child and an unsecured gun. Firearm safety activists say the shootings could have been prevented by following Michigan's safe storage law.
One person is in custody while police continue to investigate the circumstances of a toddler who was found Saturday, crying inside an impounded car in Metro Detroit.
Many people in Michigan have ties to Iran, and they're watching the war closely.
A 6-year-old girl was fatally injured during an accidental gunshot on Monday in a shopping center parking lot in Detroit.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
Hillary Knight, Megan Keller and Jack and Quinn Hughes made a surprise appearance during "Heated Rivalry" star Connor Storrie's opening monologue on "SNL."
Singer-songwriter Neil Sedaka, known for his hits like "Laughter in the Rain," "Breaking Up is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died.
A 19th-century George Méliès film, thought to be long lost, has been found among a box of brittle movie reels that a Michigan donor brought to the Library of Congress, officials said.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
The State Department urged Americans to "depart now" from countries including Bahrain, Egypt, Israel, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
Many people in Michigan have ties to Iran, and they're watching the war closely.
More employees are clinging to their positions in a trend known as "job-hugging." That's making it harder for job-seekers to find work.
U.S. motorists could soon see higher prices at the pump as oil prices surge following the attacks in Iran.
President Trump said he expects the bombing campaign to last four to five weeks, but "we have [the] capability to go far longer than that."
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield on Monday appointed former Dearborn Public Health Officer Ali Abazeed as Detroit's new chief public health officer.
Lawmakers say Green Alerts won't just help bring veterans to safety, but also national guard and active service members.
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
There are a few steps to get an exemption for a required vaccine here in Michigan and a group of Republican lawmakers want to make sure it doesn't get any more difficult in the future.
Michigan lawmakers required schools to adopt a cardiac emergency response plan for the current school year if the Legislature appropriated "sufficient funds," but funding wasn't dedicated in the education budget.
The Detroit Lions are shaking up their offense with the release of offensive lineman Graham Glasgow on Monday.
The Lions are trading running back David Montgomery to the Texans in exchange for offensive lineman Juice Scruggs, according to CBS Sports.
Detroit SportsNet, a newly launched cable/satellite television channel, will be the broadcast home of the Tigers and the Red Wings.
Cade Cunningham had 29 points and 11 assists, Tobias Harris scored 23 points and the NBA-leading Detroit Pistons beat the Orlando Magic 106-92 on Sunday night for their sixth straight road victory.
Over sixty teams competed at a Special Olympics Michigan basketball tournament on Sunday at Legacy Sports Complex in Brighton.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Could a new entertainment tax and a new sales tax be ahead for the Motor City?
As the 2026 Detroit Auto Show wraps up Sunday, the roundtable discusses the signature event and standout moments from the past two weeks.
Construction work picks up on M-14 / I-96 corridor in the Livonia area. There are renewed calls for gun safety in Detroit after recent shootings involving unsecured weapons. Other top stories and weather.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a briefing Monday on the military action in the Middle East, warning that the next phase of operations could be even more punishing for Iran. CBS News has this update
The next phase of the M-14 / I-96 construction begins Tuesday morning. Here's what commuters can expect.
Good morning, Family! Looking at mild temps heading our way through the week. Today, a slim chance for drizzle this morning then mostly cloudy with a high around 40. Temps continue to climb to the mid 60's by Saturday!!
Hasti Raveau, an Iranian American, has family all across the country of Iran. Raveau said her family has been prepared for an attack like this by stocking up on food and medicine.