In central Illinois, carbon capture project’s proximity to Mahomet Aquifer raises fears
Illinois ranks third nationally in ethanol production and carbon sequestration could play a major role in helping industries reach climate targets.
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Scientists race to save Lake Michigan whitefish as invasive mussels, warming waters are wiping out population
When invasive quagga mussels started to spread throughout the Great Lakes, local fishers noticed that whitefish began to struggle.
In the Quad Cities, a proposed development near a bald eagle habitat divides a community
Milan Bottoms wetlands are the largest known winter nighttime roost for migrating bald eagles in the continental U.S.
Chance the Rapper teases new album ‘Star Line’ in surprise Lollapalooza set
The 15-minute set on the Perry's stage, a last-minute Saturday addition to Lolla's lineup, featured his classic hits and two songs off his upcoming album "Star Line," set to be...
Lollapalooza 2025: For Saturday, a K-pop sing-along and a set by Winnetka Bowling League
Headliners for Lollapalooza Day 3 were more of a trio, with Rüfüs Du Sol closing the day on the T-Mobile stage, K-pop girl group TWICE on the Bud Light and...
Hybrid battery system to power Lollapalooza main stage as more festivals embrace clean energy
Last year, this system reduced the stage’s fuel consumption by 67%, and avoided 26 metric tons of carbon emissions, according to organizers.
Economic opportunities tied to climate goals, Gov. JB Pritzker says at Aspen conference
Climate conference brings hundreds of state and local leaders to Chicago to speak about climate policy, clean energy and environmentally friendly infrastructure.
Chicago creating index to identify neighborhoods most vulnerable to heat waves
Tool shows history of heat-related deaths, demographics, land use and air conditioning access across communities.
Can artificial reefs in Lake Michigan slow erosion and boost fish population? Researchers aim to find out.
Rubble ridges, which have been built parallel to the shore, help retain some sand without fully stopping the natural flow in the lake.
Field Museum study shows human impact on chipmunks and voles in Chicago
Changes to size, teeth and ears in various rodents in Chicago found to be part of their adaptation to human development.