Great Lakes News

<> Breaking News: Enbridge Oil Spill - According to reports, Enbridge has shut down its Alberta Clipper pipeline in Canada following a spill at one of its pumping stations. Enbridge claims the spill is contained and claims "no impacts to water or people." We'll see. Why should residents of Great Lakes states find this news of particular concern? Beth Wallace explains.

<> Great Lakes evaporation study dispels misconceptions, points to need for expanded monitoring program - The recent Arctic blast that gripped much of the nation will likely contribute to a healthy rise in Great Lakes water levels in 2014. . . But the processes responsible for that welcome outcome are not as simple and straightforward as you might think.