The U.S. Coast Guard says boating under the influence of alcohol or drugs remains a serious problem on the Great Lakes. Personnel stationed on the lakes had issued 89 citations for drunken boating ...

Lake Erie is the warmest of the Great Lakes. Some inland lakes are still above 70 degrees even though it's past Labor Day.

CHARLEVOIX — The Great Lakes Boating School has received support from the Irish Boat Shop which provides financial support and a scholarship program for students. The company’s Charlevoix Marina will ...

Water levels across the Great Lakes are projected to drop below last year's levels over the next six months during Michigan's peak boating season, according to the latest forecast by the U.S. Army ...

NEENAH (WLUK) -- During the state's busiest boating time, there's an extra push to encourage the thousands who are expected to take to the water this Fourth of July to prevent the spread of aquatic ...

GREAT LAKES, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- The Great Lakes are one of Michigan's greatest resources. They're a big part of our economy and a playground for a lot of people. After a very unusual winter and a ...

As many people in the Great Lakes region plan on boating during the Fourth of July weekend, Coast Guard crews are increasing the number of boating safety patrols. The increased patrols are part of ...

Great Lakes water levels are expected to continue a three-year decline and start the 2024 boating season significantly lower than in 2023, according to the latest government forecast. The six-month ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Many of us get excited for summertime in Chicago. Warmer weather and lots to do, including hitting the beach. But that can be dangerous. That's why first responders are preparing now.

TOLEDO, Ohio — In celebration of local maritime history and culture, the National Museum of the Great Lakes (NMGL) is hosting the Great Lakes Fest and Toledo Antique & Classic Boat Show Saturday. The ...

CEDARVILLE — The Great Lakes Boat Building School Beerfest fundraiser will return to Cedarville on Friday, Aug. 23. Following a hiatus in 2023 for site preparations related to an upcoming construction ...

OKOBOJI, Iowa — Most of this summer has not been ideal for leisure boating on the Iowa Great Lakes. A no-wake rule, limiting boat speeds to 5 miles per hour, was imposed in June amid severe flooding.