Volunteers at Calumet City’s Superior Street Prairie to prepare for a prescribed fire, gather seeds and chop and burn brush ...

The Town of Normal has been designated as a “bird city” by the Audubon Council of Illinois due to its commitment to birds and ...

Illinois awarded nearly $1M to 15 land trusts for stewardship projects, including invasive species removal and prescribed fire.

My partner and I traded the outdoors of Utah for the energy of Chicago — and discovered growth, connection, and opportunity.

Shawnee National Forest boasts some of the best Illinois hiking trails. The most scenic trail, with the best overlooks.

A federal judge on Thursday granted a partial restraining order to block the Trump administration's deployment of National ...

Over 650 municipalities in Illinois have adopted an ordinance to establish a 1% local grocery tax, which will continue to be ...

URBANA, Ill. — When the sun sets late in October, something whimsical this way comes to the Red Oak Rain Garden. The “Illuminating Art in Nature” exhibit will return to the University of Illinois ...

Explore the rich and diverse wildlife of Southern Illinois in its natural habitat. See incredible animals, serene landscapes, and the true spirit of nature in this unique region of the United States.

October is a busy month for the top pumpkin-producing state, and while consumers likely won’t see the effects, Mother Nature challenged some Illinois fields this season.

Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion and Peter Howitt share the Nobel economics prize for work that underlines the importance of ...