Earth sets heat records for 9 straight months as February 2024 goes down as planet’s hottest
February 2024 was the hottest February on record for the world, which makes it the ninth month in a row to be the hottest on record, the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service announced Tuesday.
French fries are one of the best meals for protecting biodiversity, study finds
A recent international study ranked the world’s most beloved meal and determined how the creation of those meals hurts or helps the planet.
How the weather affects our plants
Flowers are blooming and the trees are starting to get their leaves.
Unseasonably warm weather triggers early allergy season in Chicago
While enjoying the warmer temperatures this month, have you noticed an increase in sneezing and sniffling? It's not your imagination.
Here's what happens when metallic balloons touch power lines, PG&E warns
This Valentine’s Day, Pacific Gas & Electric, one of the country’s largest power companies, is warning people on why it’s a bad idea to let metallic balloons fly into the air.
Monarch butterfly population hits historic low
Aster Hasle from The Field Museum talks about why we are seeing a drastic decrease in monarch butterflies and what that means for our environment.
Dramatic drone video shows Icelandic volcano eruption
New drone video shows the latest volcanic eruption in Iceland, forcing evacuations.
January was the world's warmest on record, scientists say
Record-setting heat in 2023 has continued into 2024, with heat records on land and sea already broken during the year's first month.
Here are the top 10 deadliest national parks, according to research
The serene landscapes of our national parks feature a plethora of mountainous landscapes, pristine beaches and lush forests, but there are some deadly risks associated with visiting. Outdoor clothing brand KÜHL looked at different criteria and came up with a list of the top 10 deadliest national parks.
Illinois Manufacturers' Association CEO urges action on smart carbon capture regulations
The state is aiming to adopt more environmentally friendly practices, the Illinois Manufacturers' Association announced this week.
Illinois Manufacturers' Association going green
The association discussed plans to advocate for the advancement of cutting-edge technology to reduce carbon emissions.
Durbin pushes for bill that would protect children online, announces environmental grant
Illinois Democratic Senator Dick Durbin is announcing a grant this Friday that will help the city go green.
Senator Dick Durbin unveils $10 million grant for Chicago's green initiative
Illinois Democratic Senator Dick Durbin is announcing a grant this Friday that will help the city go green.
States with plastic bag bans prevented billions of bags from being used, report says
The report, Plastic Bag Bans Work, noted that bans in just five locations in the U.S. cut single-use plastic bag consumption by about 6 billion bags per year.
Eating snow 'not worth the risk' of ingesting contaminants, health expert says
One of the reasons why snow should be avoided as a food item involves its role as one of nature’s air filters. Here's why it can be dangerous to eat and some alternatives for kids.
Natural gas smell linked to BP refinery leak in Whiting
Officials in Lansing on the Indiana and Illinois border say a statement was issued by the BP refinery in Whiting, confirming a leak from a storage tank on their property last week.
Lollapalooza going green through partnership with Re:wild
Lollapalooza is going green for its annual music festival this summer in Chicago.
Concerns over flooding grow among residents near Wilmington ice jams
People who live near the Wilmington ice jams are expressing their concerns over flooding despite officials attempts to intervene.
Illinois lands massive investment: Nexamp to bring $2B, new HQ to Chicago
A new corporate headquarters is on the way to Illinois.
Pushback against new natural gas ordinance in Chicago
Opponents of this new ordinance say more time is needed before making a decision.