Lake Michigan attracts millions of visitors, but it can turn deadly quickly because of rip currents and other dangers.

This weekend, at least five states are being warned by the National Weather Service (NWS) to expect “dangerous” beach ...

Chicago-area residents can expect a warm, mostly sunny weekend, though hazardous conditions are forecast along Lake Michigan beaches Saturday due to high waves and the risk of rip currents.

On May 26, northern Lake Michigan sees a high swim risk. Beach-goers are urged to check local conditions before venturing to the shores this summer.

Beach season is here, and Lake Michigan is the most popular of the Great Lakes for swimming. However, it can also be the most ...

High waves and dangerous currents hit Chicago beaches Saturday, May 30. Stay out of the water and check official updates before you go.

Lake Michigan is in no mood for swimmers this Saturday, as Milwaukee wakes up to cool lake air, mostly sunny skies, and early morning temperatures in the low to mid 50s. Highs will only reach the mid ...

Dangerous waves and deadly currents sparked urgent Great Lakes warnings, with officials telling millions to stay out of the ...

The National Weather Service is once again forecasting wave heights and swim risks for the summer. See where it could be ...

Lake Michigan accounts for nearly half of the 1,350 drownings in the Great Lakes over the past 15 years. Dangerous currents contribute to about one-third of Great Lakes drownings, while two-thirds ...