Paul Vriend's photo of a beaver swimming at Jackson Park leads the notes package from around Chicago outdoors and beyond.

A recent study has found dozens of previously unknown “forever chemicals” in the fish, mussels and waters of Lake Huron, revealing more contamination than previously realized. Researchers from ...

Altogether, the Great Lakes are seeing healthier ice coverage this year. Here's what to know about their current conditions.

After months of rehabilitation, several birds of prey will be released on Lake Buchanan this weekend. Why it matters: The ...

A wintertime visitor to Huron County has become noticeable in certain circles. Not because of its presence, but because of its unusual coloration. Snowy owls frequently migrate from their arctic home ...

When observing a 25-year anniversary, silver has long been the standard. For those fortunate enough to reach a consequential ...

An Ohio Department of Natural Resources photographer captured more than a dozen eagles perched in the trees in an Erie County nature preserve last week.

Lake Michigan is home to a mysterious structure of stones that were once located above the water - but good luck finding it!