BP's Whiting refinery hit with largest fine for pollution under Clean Air Act: EPA
A BP subsidiary will pay a $40 million penalty and install technology to control releases of benzene and other contaminants at its Whiting oil refinery on the Indiana shoreline of Lake Michigan, Biden administration officials said Wednesday.
BP Refinery in Whiting hit with $40M fine
BP's Whiting oil refinery on the Indiana shoreline of Lake Michigan has been ordered to pay $40 million fine for pollution violations. The refinery must also install nearly $200 million worth of new technology to control future environmental contaminations.
Aerial spraying to combat 'Spongy Moth Caterpillars' begins in Chicago suburb
Low-flying helicopters took to the skies over a Chicago suburb on Tuesday to release a spray with a purpose.
Aerial spraying to combat 'Spongy Moth Caterpillars' begins in Chicago suburb
Low-flying helicopters took to the skies over Aurora on Tuesday to release spray in an effort to deter "spongy moth caterpillars".
Deerfield residents fight against industrial park proposal due to pollution concerns
Just weeks after packing the Deerfield Village Hall, hundreds of residents are planning another demonstration to block redevelopment plans for the old Baxter International headquarters.
EPA proposes crackdown on power plant carbon emissions
The Biden Administration is gearing up for a major environmental fight with the formal announcement of new regulations on power plants.
Dishwashers getting hung out to dry with new federal regulations
The Biden Administration has come out with additional environmental mandates that are set to take effect in the next few years.
Weather delays removal of tree older than Chicago
A tree older than the city of Chicago will have one more day to stand.
Tree older than Chicago gets one more day to stand
A tree older than Chicago will get one more day to stand.
How to see an exclusive firefly spectacle in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
The lottery to try and see the annual firefly spectacle at Great Smoky Mountains National Park is only open through May 1.
What to know about ticks and Lyme season following a mild winter
Researchers say it is hard to predict how the tick season will play out. This year’s mild winter and early snow melt, though, could mean more ticks earlier than usual.
Oak Tree older than Chicago to be cut down Monday
A tree older than the city of Chicago is set to be cut down next week. It is located at the Lincoln Park Zoo and is between 250 and 300 years old.
Push by leaders to expand tree planting in Illinois
Leaders from a number of organizations gathered in Springfield Wednesday calling for Illinois to come up with a statewide tree-planting strategy to mark Arbor Day this Friday.
Push by leaders to expand tree planting in Illinois
Leaders from a number of organizations gathered in Springfield Wednesday calling for Illinois to come up with a statewide tree-planting strategy to mark Arbor Day this Friday.
Interesting facts about Earth Day: Who created the holiday?
The founder of Earth Day was Senator Gaylord Nelson, who was inspired to create the global observance after one of the worst ecological disasters in U.S. history.
Celebrating 53 years of Earth Day
Kate Calvin, NASA chief scientist and senior climate advisor, talks about the importance of being good stewards to Earth and maintaining the health of our planet.
Get ready for 'rough' pollen season this year, allergist warns
Those who suffer from allergies know all too well their impact on sleep, daytime alertness and overall function.
'Watershed Warriors' premieres tonight highlighting work by Friends of the Fox River
More than two decades ago the Fox River was declared the seventh most endangered in America. Conservationists are still working to keep it clean. A new short film debuts tonight at the Ashbury, and it highlights the work of Fox River advocates and all they've done to protect the ecosystem.
Indiana industrial plant fire raises health concerns
While the fire at an industrial plant in Indiana is no longer burning, there is still concern about possible health risks.
Finkl Steel withdraws plans to add more furnaces to Southeast Side facility
“There’s been issues with the neighbors in its current form,” NietoGomez said, “So the fact that they were trying to expand out to have three more furnaces is of concern because we’re worried about the air pollution.”