Environment

Crete, IL – Burville Road Collapse Spurs Urgent Closure and Repair Efforts

Crete, IL - A gaping sinkhole has led to the immediate shutdown of Burville Road in Crete, prompting rapid response from local contractors.  The road section between Hartmann Drive and...

Bourbonnais, IL – Eight Duplexes Set for Construction Near Dunkin’ Donuts on Bethel Drive

Bourbonnais, IL - The Village of Bourbonnais is set to expand its residential offerings with the final approval...

Watseka, IL – Major Rail Crossing Repairs to Redirect Traffic in Watseka

Watseka, IL - The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced that the rail crossing at U.S. 24/Illinois...

Kankakee County Health Department Highlights Prescription Drug Drop-Off Sites for Safe Disposal

Kankakee County, IL - In an effort to promote safe disposal of medications, Kankakee County Health Department has...

Bourbonnais, IL – Final Call for Outdoor Enthusiasts to Join Seasonal Workforce

Bourbonnais, IL – Seeking sunshine and a job outdoors? The Village of Bourbonnais has announced the last week...

National Park District advice for hikers during bear attack: ‘Never push a slower friend down…’

CHICAGO  — As the weather warms up and hiking season approaches, the National Park Service (NPS) is reminding visitors to be cautious of bears in...

As lawmakers push for more electric vehicles, Illinois trails most of the country in charging station infrastructure

(The Center Square) – As the popularity grows for electric vehicles, Illinois is lagging behind the rest of the country in charging station infrastructure. Governor...

Nutrient Pollution Continues to Rise in Illinois

CHAMPAIGN —The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency released its third biennial Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy (NLRS) 2021 Biennial Report on September 16th. Despite years of...

Christmas Tree Farmers positive despite Challenges

CHICAGO – Christmas tree farmers are feeling optimistic about this season despite several challenges facing the industry, including COVID-19 and recent climate events that further...
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