Missouri’s Clearest Lake Is One You’ve Never Heard Of
The Missouri lake with the clearest waters isn't Table Rock Lake, but it's close.
Swimming
10 Illinois Beaches Facing Swim Restrictions Now
Swimming is now banned at 10 Illinois beaches due to unsafe conditions.
Chicago’s First River Swim in 100 Years Is Happening
An iconic swimming event is planned for the Chicago River for the first time in more than 100 years.
‘Bluer Than Blue’ Missouri Lake Tops National Swimming List
A Missouri lake was just named by Reader's Digest as one of the most swimmable destinations in America.
Missouri Drowning Leads to National Pool Recall
A widely-available above-ground pool is now under urgent recall after a child drowning in Missouri.
Why You Shouldn't Wear a T-shirt in Swimming Pools This Summer
Those comfy cotton shirts could be doing more harm than good in the pool. Let's talk about what to wear instead.
Dangerous Swim Conditions in Illinois This Wednesday
The National Weather Service in Illinois is warning that Wednesday will not be a great day for swimming.
What is the Cleanest Lake for Swimming in Missouri? It Depends
There's an ongoing online conversation happening about the cleanest lake for swimming in Missouri and the conclusion depends on who and what you trust.
Look Out Swimmers, a Bear Spotted in this Illinois Lake
When you go swimming in Illinois, you need to understand the dangers in the water. Now, you need to consider the possibility that there are bears swimming in Illinois lakes as a new video share proves.
Stay Out of the Water – 25 Illinois Water Areas Suddenly Unsafe
You need to be as safe before you get in the water as you hopefully are when you're swimming. There are now 25 water areas in Illinois that have been declared too unsafe for swimming due to dangerous bacteria levels.