New research suggests an ancient hotspot helped shape the Great Lakes, challenging traditional formation theories.

The discovery links ancient mantle activity to the present-day geography of the Great Lakes. It underscores how Earth's internal processes—occurring over millions of years—can shape features ...

George S Bullerjahn, Distinguished Research Professor and Director, Great Lakes Center for Fresh Waters and Human Health, Bowling Green State University Gregory J. Dick, Professor, University of ...

A native of the Great Lakes State, National Geographic’s editor contends that protection of the freshwater source is key to the planet’s survival. While sheltering at home in the Netherlands ...

In the Great Lakes, however, National Geographic reported officials are declaring victory over the invasive sea lamprey. In order to combat the highly predatory sea lamprey, which arrived in the ...

The Great Lakes depend on ice. Last winter, they barely froze. Science The Great Lakes depend on ice. Last winter, they barely froze. The Great Lakes depend on ice. Last winter, they barely froze.

Learn how Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker's humorous attempt to rename Lake Michigan sparked a wave of discussion.

National single-storm snow records mostly come from mountainous regions or downwind from the Great Lakes where local geography can contribute to ridiculous snowfalls of six feet or more.