The Great Lakes Now monthly television program is produced by Detroit PBS in partnership with a network of PBS affiliates around the region. Shooting on location in eight states and Canada, the magazine-style show brings viewers stories about the recreational, economic, scientific, political and environmental issues related to the Great Lakes and drinking water.

Oct 18, 2024 · By Lester Graham, Michigan Public. The Great Lakes News Collaborative includes Bridge Michigan; Circle of Blue; Great Lakes Now at Detroit PBS; Michigan Public, Michigan’s NPR News Leader; and The Narwhal who work together to bring audiences news and information about the impact of climate change, pollution, and aging infrastructure on …

7 hours ago · On January 29, Lee Zeldin was sworn in as 17th Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). During his Senate confirmation hearing, he was asked about many environmental problems that the U.S. is facing.Most notably, the first question was about PFAS pollution. Committee Chairman Sen. Capito (R-WV) asked Zeldin what he would do about the “forever chemicals” problem, and ...

Jan 23, 2025 · A new study builds on previous research that shows winters on the Great Lakes are growing shorter due to climate change. The Great Lakes have been losing an average of 14 days of winter conditions each decade since 1995 due to warming air temperatures, according to the study published in the peer-reviewed journal Environmental Research Letters. The study’s lead author Eric Anderson, an ...

Sep 24, 2024 · IN THIS EPISODE: In the latest episode of Great Lakes Now, visualize the future of rising lake levels, take a deep dive into the world of Great Lakes shipwrecks, and see how researchers are tracking the secret lives of fish.

Jan 22, 2025 · Great Lakes Now Series. A monthly public media program covering crucial issues affecting the well-being and future of the Great Lakes. Subscribe

The Great Lakes have lost an average of 14 days each decade between 1995-2023.

With a monthly magazine-style television program and daily online reports at GreatLakesNow.org, the Great Lakes Now initiative offers in-depth coverage of news, issues, events and developments affecting the lakes and the communities that depend on them, while capturing the character and culture of the region. Find our Watch Parties and other events HERE.

January 23, 2025 Study finds winter days on the Great Lakes growing shorter due to climate change

Jan 22, 2025 · IN THIS EPISODE: In this episode of Great Lakes Now, “Too Many Geese and Not Enough Mussels,” a look at efforts to manage the overpopulation of Canada geese, a project aimed at recovering freshwater mussels, and an Ojibwe artist tells the story of the fur trade.