Cleaning up Chicago’s beaches

Apr. 13, 2013
Volunteers for the Great Lakes Alliance Adopt-A-Beach program hit the beaches after a season of record-low water. And they may find romance there.

What’s causing record-low lake levels?

Jan. 31, 2013
Here’s a hint: It’s not the bottled-water industry. It’s something much, much bigger.

What happens if the water in Lake Michigan keeps disappearing?

Jan. 7, 2013
Water levels hit an all-time low in Lake Michigan in December. Without a turnaround, shipping, fishing and the economies of whole towns are at risk.