Are you curious why Chicago dyes its river green for St. Patrick's Day? Learn the history, tradition and fun behind the iconic celebration.

The female beaver, who is likely pregnant, has been spotted along the South Branch of the Chicago River near docks in the ...

The South Branch Beaver, known as Ida Beav Wells, has been officially named after a contest held by the environmental ...

URBANA, Ill. — Invasive silver carp have been spreading throughout the Mississippi River Basin since their introduction a half-century ago. Yet, try as they might, the fish have not advanced beyond a ...

The Illinois Big Tree Register is being tidied up and brings a reminder of how many champion trees are around us, including ...

Heavy rain within the city of Peoria has resulted in a combined sewer overflow into the Illinois River from one or more of the locations shown on the map located ...

Mayors of cities and towns along the Illinois River are banding together to form an organized coalition to help influence ...

A legislative proposal in Indiana that seeks to establish a commission for absorbing 33 Illinois counties that have expressed ...

New life rings are ready to save lives on the Des Plaines River in Joliet, Illinois, after an intense rescue last summer. Joliet Fire Department Dive Team members on Wednesday morning installed ...

Ameren is hosting open houses to discuss the Grand Tower Crossing Project, aimed at enhancing energy reliability with a new 138-kV transmission line. The project seeks community feedback for its 2028 ...

Not only that, but its prime location, by the Chicago River, is sure to make it a very popular spot for both Illinois residents and visitors. The success of these casinos is certain to influence the ...

PADUCAH — Lane restrictions are set to start next Monday, March 3, on the Interstate 24 Ohio River Bridge between Paducah and Metropolis, Illinois, to begin work on a three-year bridge ...