Environmental
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How Illinois lawmakers want to protect waterways in wake of federal threat
Mar 10, 2026 1:13 pm - As the Trump administration moves to slash federal protections for waterways and wetlands, Illinois Democratic lawmakers and environmental advocates are racing to finally pass a measure that would enact state safeguards.
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Oil built the Persian Gulf. Desalinated water keeps it alive. War could threaten bothMar 08, 2026 3:42 pm - As missiles and drones curtail energy production across the Persian Gulf, analysts warn that water, not oil, may be the resource most at risk in the energy-rich but arid ...
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Why there is a lot of coyote activity this time of yearMar 01, 2026 8:45 pm - They live among us year-round, although there is a better chance now of spotting or encountering coyotes in your travels. Here’s why.
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Elgin City Council moves to ban single-use plastic bags at large retailersFeb 26, 2026 2:48 pm - The Elgin City Council gave preliminary approval Wednesday to a ban on single-use plastic checkout bags at larger retailers. If approved, Elgin would be one of the only municipalities in the state with such an ordinance.
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Honey and beyond, how bees serve a life-sustaining purposeFeb 25, 2026 4:57 pm - Beekeeping is the topic at the Green Drinks Libertyville meeting at 6:30 p.m. March 10 at Pizzeria De Ville, 404 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville.
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Trump administration to stand by tough Biden-era mandates to replace lead pipes
Feb 21, 2026 1:56 pm - The Trump administration said Friday it backs a 10-year deadline for most cities and towns to replace their harmful lead pipes, giving notice that it will support a tough rule approved under the Biden administration to reduce lead in drinking water.
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Scientists change how El Niño is labeled to keep up with spike in temperature
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Trump says climate repeal saves $1.3 trillion. The EPA’s math differs.
Feb 20, 2026 4:34 pm - When President Donald Trump on Feb. 12 announced the “single largest deregulation in American history” — the repeal of climate emissions standards for all vehicles and the key scientific determination underpinning them, in one swoop — he said it would save Americans $1.3 trillion.
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Trump administration eases limits on coal plants for emitting mercury, other toxins
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The 'bog lady' retires: Longtime naturalist says goodbye to Volo Bog after 39 yearsFeb 15, 2026 8:45 pm - Naturalist Stacy Iwanicki, natural resources coordinator, is retiring after nearly 39 years at Volo Bog State Natural Area.