State officials say seven public beaches in Michigan aren't fit for swimming this weekend because of high bacteria levels. As ...

Most of Michigan's Great Lakes and inland lakes have reached a suitable swimming temperature. Here are the current water ...

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Thunderstorms will be on pause, giving most Michiganders a completely dry weekend. Up North, temperatures will be in the 70s ...

If you're planning a beach trip day this Fourth of July weekend, make sure you aren't heading to one of these six beaches ...

A good Samaritan pulled David Meneou, 65, of Joliet, and his son, Jameson Meneou, 20, of Lockport, from the water before ...

Just north of Honor, Michigan, this short trail winds through dunes and wildflowers to a peaceful Lake Michigan beach. It’s ...

Strong currents in Lake Michigan are expected to subside as wind direction and wind speed change Tuesday, July 8.

According to the NWS, waves as high as seven feet could form along beaches in southern Lake Michigan, across Illinois, ...

From algal blooms to harmful bacteria in the water, there are a number of factors that could cause a beach to close.

Shifting winds to the north will create hazardous conditions for swimming and boating this afternoon and evening in the ...

Officials have closed off swimming at beaches in at least six states due to high bacteria levels. Here's where those closures ...