Lake Superior water levels 'substantially high' after surge in November rain
Lake Superior measured a 40% increase in precipitation last month, delaying the seasonal drop in lake levels and leading to a larger-than-expected height.
Lake Superior measured a 40% increase in precipitation last month, delaying the seasonal drop in lake levels and leading to a larger-than-expected height.
Ancient life, rare plants found in Michigan's sinkholes
Several sinkholes in northeast Michigan spawned from the vast cave network underneath the region. A FOX 2 photographer ventured into these columns, finding plants and organisms found nowhere else in Michigan.
Several sinkholes in northeast Michigan spawned from the vast cave network underneath the region. A FOX 2 photographer ventured into these columns, finding plants and organisms found nowhere else in Michigan.
Algal blooms in Lake Erie and Saginaw Bay cost Michigan $5.9M a year, study finds
During the most extreme events, harmful algal bloom events get so big they can be seen from space.
During the most extreme events, harmful algal bloom events get so big they can be seen from space.
Map shows why more people could move to Michigan, Great Lakes in future
Here's the spots that may become the best place to move in Michigan as extreme weather continues to grow.
Here's the spots that may become the best place to move in Michigan as extreme weather continues to grow.
Shipwreck found in Lake Superior was 292-foot barge that collided with vessel during storm
It was an October storm that slammed into the two ships, snapping the tow line between the them. When the steamer tried reconnecting to the barge, strong waves shoved the two vessels together.
It was an October storm that slammed into the two ships, snapping the tow line between the them. When the steamer tried reconnecting to the barge, strong waves shoved the two vessels together.
Great Lakes drownings exceed 100 deaths
The agency that tracks drownings in the Great Lakes says this year has seen a record number of cases.
The agency that tracks drownings in the Great Lakes says this year has seen a record number of cases.
Jellyfish discovered in Island Lake Recreation Area pond near Brighton
Scientists aren't sure what impact the invasive jellyfish have on the environment. But video shot by a FOX 2 photo journalist shows they're now flourishing in even isolated ponds around Michigan.
Scientists aren't sure what impact the invasive jellyfish have on the environment. But video shot by a FOX 2 photo journalist shows they're now flourishing in even isolated ponds around Michigan.
Study: Monarch butterflies could thrive in southern Great Lakes amid declining populations
Temperature extremes could push the iconic butterfly to dangerously low numbers. But parts of the Great Lakes like Southeast Michigan could be a haven for the insect.
Temperature extremes could push the iconic butterfly to dangerously low numbers. But parts of the Great Lakes like Southeast Michigan could be a haven for the insect.
Michigan's best drives for seeing fall colors
With temperatures expected to tick up this weekend, it could be a good week for a drive with some stops along the way. Here's the best way to experience the season.
With temperatures expected to tick up this weekend, it could be a good week for a drive with some stops along the way. Here's the best way to experience the season.
Wayne County Sheriff building new dock in Trenton for marine unit
The old dock had rotted away and the shore had shrunk after years of erosion from the Detroit River.
The old dock had rotted away and the shore had shrunk after years of erosion from the Detroit River.
Body found 12 miles off Lake Michigan shore
A sailboat captain was offshore from a village in west Michigan when he reported the discovery to the Coast Guard.
A sailboat captain was offshore from a village in west Michigan when he reported the discovery to the Coast Guard.
Box turtles, bumblebees, and long-eared owls recommended for Michigan endangered species list
From box turtles to bumblebees, long-eared owls and orangethroat darter fish, the DNR recommended dozens of additions to the state's endangered and threatened species list.
From box turtles to bumblebees, long-eared owls and orangethroat darter fish, the DNR recommended dozens of additions to the state's endangered and threatened species list.
Isle Royale wolf population makes astounding comeback after nearly dying off
The island's wolf population has reached 28, a dramatic return for the species after it nearly disappeared from the Lake Superior island.
The island's wolf population has reached 28, a dramatic return for the species after it nearly disappeared from the Lake Superior island.
Isle Royale wildfire causes evacuations from campgrounds, trails
The wildfire had doubled in size between the time it was spotted to when a plane dumped 4,000 gallons of water on it in the late afternoon Saturday. Additional resources were expected to be needed as evacuations were underway.
The wildfire had doubled in size between the time it was spotted to when a plane dumped 4,000 gallons of water on it in the late afternoon Saturday. Additional resources were expected to be needed as evacuations were underway.
Piping Plovers chicks at Sleeping Bear Dunes fledged at highest rate in almost 40 years
The endangered bird species migrate to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore every year where they nest and raise chicks. The people that monitor them were ecstatic by the year's progress.
The endangered bird species migrate to Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore every year where they nest and raise chicks. The people that monitor them were ecstatic by the year's progress.
DNA from Asian carp species found in Lake Erie
The silver carp, known for its jumping ability, is among four kinds of Asian carp that pose a threat to the Great Lakes $7 billion fishery industry.
The silver carp, known for its jumping ability, is among four kinds of Asian carp that pose a threat to the Great Lakes $7 billion fishery industry.
Crews battling wild fire at Pictured Rocks say blaze got within mile of national lakeshore
While the fire is no longer spreading, it is still burning underground, crews said.
While the fire is no longer spreading, it is still burning underground, crews said.
2 people rescued from Lake Erie after boat overturned early Sunday
“I would like to publicly commend the coordinated rescue efforts by all personnel and agencies involved, including Monroe County Central Dispatch, who played a vital role in the swift and successful recovery of the victims," said Sheriff Goodnough.
“I would like to publicly commend the coordinated rescue efforts by all personnel and agencies involved, including Monroe County Central Dispatch, who played a vital role in the swift and successful recovery of the victims," said Sheriff Goodnough.
7-year-old boy drowns in Lake Michigan, man missing near South Haven
A 7-year-old boy has died and a 33-year-old man is presumed dead after Lake Michigan waves turned extremely choppy in South Haven on Wednesday.
A 7-year-old boy has died and a 33-year-old man is presumed dead after Lake Michigan waves turned extremely choppy in South Haven on Wednesday.
Michigan beaches in Oakland County, Up North closed due to bacteria levels
Several beaches in Northern Michigan are closed or under a contamination advisory on Wednesday, July 6, after a wave of heavy rain and storms pushed through the state.
Several beaches in Northern Michigan are closed or under a contamination advisory on Wednesday, July 6, after a wave of heavy rain and storms pushed through the state.