Illinois researchers say versatile grass could be used for sustainable fuel, building materials and more
Miscanthus has a smaller carbon footprint than corn and soybeans, and experts say it has...
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National Park Service eliminates free admission on MLK Day, Juneteenth while adding Trump’s birthday
The National Park Service will offer free admission to U.S. residents on President Donald Trump’s...
A snowy, cold start to winter follows a very warm fall. How are Illinois seasons changing?
In Chicago, fall is the second fastest-warming season after winter, and outliers, like this week's...
Federal funding cuts threaten Chicago Harbor Lock, one of the nation’s busiest
More than 900,000 passengers and 80,000 vessels traveled through the Chicago Harbor Lock last year....
Illinois settles suit against Monsanto for $120 million for PCBs contamination
The lawsuit alleged Monsanto knowingly concealed the dangers of the synthetic chemical and continued to...
Former Chicago inspector general has no remorse after fine for leaking report on botched implosion
The Chicago Board of Ethics fined former Inspector General Joe Ferguson $5,000 for sharing a...
Union Pacific says rail merger could unclog Chicago. Critics worry about costs and traffic tie-ups.
Union Pacific’s plan could mean less congestion and pollution, but neighborhoods near tracks could experience...
IDEM to host public meeting for Project Maize air permit
On Dec. 9, IDEM will hold a public meeting regarding a new source construction draft...
Governments endorse greater protections for sharks amid concerns about overfishing
Governments at a wildlife trade conference have adopted greater protections for over 70 species of...
Illinois soybean farmers struggle with unpredictable trade war and rising costs
Farmers say they face added pressure from South American countries, which have become increasingly competitive...