Environment – Page 21

Ticks on the rise in Illinois due to milder winters, scientists say

July 4, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

Illinois’ tick season may be starting earlier, lasting longer and creeping into new corners of...

July 12, 2026 at 4:09 p.m.

During this week's heat wave, only five locations in addition to police stations planned to remain open...

July 2, 2026 at 8:59 p.m.

After more than 800 votes were cast by the public choosing from names put together...

July 3, 2026 at 8:59 a.m.

Chicago’s baby bald eagles finally have names, just in time for America’s 250th anniversary.

July 2, 2026 at 6:15 p.m.

The perfectly manicured lawns of Wimbledon’s famous tennis courts are as green as ever, though,...

July 1, 2026 at 8:35 p.m.

The Chicago energy company sent out an alert for an immediate energy reduction needed to...

June 30, 2026 at 4:14 p.m.

The heat wave gripping the region was good for business at Indiana Dunes State Park...

June 30, 2026 at 1:46 p.m.

From changing climates to disappearing insect species, experts offered a peek at the science behind...

June 29, 2026 at 2:22 p.m.

Ron Seman spent years joyfully guiding thousands of people on hikes through the natural wonders...

June 29, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

Chances for thunderstorms could cool off the area in time for July 4th, but a...