First responders have complained more equipment and manpower are needed to handle emergencies in the wake of beach-related ...

More than 9 million people were told to avoid the water during peak summer recreation because of "life threatening" ...

Drowning incidents in Lake Michigan lead to warning … News / Jun 23, 2025 / 04:52 PM CDT ...

Drownings are common in the Great Lakes, especially in Lake Michigan, where rip currents are especially dangerous and can ...

The search for a a 14-year-old boy who went missing in Lake Michigan near Illinois Beach State Park has ended, ...

CHICAGO - More than 5.2 million swimming pools sold in the U.S. and Canada were recalled after reports of nine drowning ...

The Illinois State Fire Marshal is encouraging parents to stay vigilant while their kids play in pools, as drownings can happen quickly and often without a sound, and to follow safety tips to keep ...