Wisconsin governor stalls water regulation reform
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker has delayed the implementation of new water rules for two years as part of his two-year budget plan. According to the Green Bay Press Gazette, the[…]
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Lake Huron salmon fishery decline is a learning moment for others
Seven years ago, the Lake Huron chinook salmon fishery collapsed due to a variety of elements — all largely caused by human activity. The downfall rippled through the lake economy,[…]
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Net pens boost Lake Michigan hatchery salmon survival rates
The first few weeks of a young fishery-born salmon’s life can be vulnerable ones. If left to fend for themselves, they must struggle to survive against predators and starvation. Fortunately[…]
EPA investigates continued sewage discharges into Lake Michigan and local creeks
The Environmental Protection Agency is looking into continued sewage spillage into Lake Michigan and Chicago waterways. Chicago is one of many cities that still use a combined sewer system, which[…]
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