Coast Guard Frees 2 Mich. Vessels Near Mackinac Bridge

The U.S. Coast Guard has freed two ships trapped by ice in the Straits of Mackinac between Michigan's Upper and Lower Peninsulas.
Updated: Jan 28, 05:54 PM

Last Vessel Through Soo Locks

The Saginaw was the last vessel through the Soo Locks for the 2011 shipping season.
Updated: Jan 20, 05:52 PM

Last Laker of Season Pulls into Duluth Port

The 2011 shipping season is ending on Lake Superior.
Updated: Jan 22, 08:59 AM

Workers Strike Panama Canal Expansion Project

About 6,000 workers have gone on strike for higher wages. Workers want wages increased from $2.90 to $4.90 an hour.  Widening the Panama Canal is a $5.25 billion project.
Updated: Jan 17, 02:47 PM

Shipping Numbers for 2011

The Lake Carriers' Association released their 2011 cargo numbers.
Updated: Jan 13, 07:52 AM