Recent Stories
Browse our articles and in-depth feature stories to learn about the latest Bay news.
Above average river flows impact underwater grasses
July 8, 2020Abundance declines after several years of growth
Read storyA harmful algal bloom caught red handed
July 6, 2020As pollution persists, so do mahogany tides
Read storyThree Chesapeake beaches reflect the history of desegregation in the United States
July 2, 2020Access to public beaches is as meaningful now as ever
Read storyChesapeake Bay blue crab population remains healthy and sustainable, despite population decline
July 1, 2020Management efforts continue to ensure protection and sustainability of Chesapeake Bay blue crabs
Read storyHow local governments find a voice in Bay restoration
June 29, 2020Three longtime LGAC members share their approach to community engagement
Read storyLGBTQ+ hiking groups blaze Chesapeake trails
June 26, 2020How outdoor social groups make for a safer, more welcoming experience
Read storyOyster farmer and educator plays a key role in sustaining a local island’s economy
June 25, 2020Building economic resilience and environmental stewardship through education and aquaculture
Read storyProgress continues for oyster reef restoration
June 24, 2020Maryland, Virginia release updates on efforts to restore oyster habitat and populations
Read storyAre there dolphins in the Chesapeake Bay?
June 18, 2020Scientists and the public join forces to track dolphins visiting the Bay
Read storySmaller-than-normal dead zone predicted for the Chesapeake in 2020
June 17, 2020Below-average spring rainfall brings less nitrogen pollution into the Bay
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