Salmon have flourished since California dam removal. But some may be swimming too far

After the largest dam-removal effort in U.S. history, salmon appear to be thriving in the Klamath River, though some are ...

A River Restoration in Oregon Gets Fast Results: The Salmon Swam Right Back

The fish had been missing from the headwaters of the Klamath River for more than a century. Just a year after the removal of ...
The Harvard Crimson

Water Authority Considers Removing Charles River’s Safe-to-Swim Status To Allow Sewer Overflows

To the dismay of advocates and residents, the Massachusetts Water Resource Authority proposed a plan at a Wednesday meeting ...

Hundreds swim in Chicago River for first time in nearly a century for ALS research

For the first time in nearly a century, hundreds of swimmers plunged into the Chicago River over the weekend. Here's why.

NY declares Harlem River is now ‘swimmable’ — but activists insist new status will only keep water dirty

The state has declared that the notoriously polluted Harlem River is now officially a “swimmable” waterway — but activists ...
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The swimmers who take on the Mon, together

Caves wears it around her waist, and it floats along with her as she swims. She also wears a bright yellow swimming cap for ...
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Montana's Glorious River Valley Is A Wildly Underrated Destination To Fish, Float, And Swim

Home to Montana's largest river by volume, this beloved spot boasts tranquil waters perfect for a lazy coast and fast-paced ...
PBS

After Nearly 100 Years, New Open Swimming Event to Take Place in Chicago River

Event organizers say they hope the race will shatter public perceptions of the river as being polluted, while raising money for ALS research and youth swimming lessons. Chicago Tonight is available to ...