SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Senate put the final legislative stamp on an energy regulation overhaul bill Monday, Sept. 13 sending it to Gov. J.B. Pritzker, who says he will sign it….
In this week’s news digest for Illinois farmers and rural dwellers, we focus on the emerging ecosystems markets available for producers willing to implement new, voluntary soil and…
Your weekly farm and rural news roundup focuses this week on the politics of farming, with several new bills and proposed legislation being lauded by Illinois farmers and ag organizations….
SPRINGFIELD — One day after hundreds rallied at the Capitol in support of a sweeping clean energy reform package, a Senate committee heard hours of testimony on the intricacies of…
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources Coastal Management Program announced more than $1 million in grants for local coastal education, recreation, water quality protection and…
This week’s column focuses heavily on farmers’ responsibilities in adapting current climate change and conservation policies on their operations. Please read on … IFB shares…
SPRINGFIELD — Jerry Costello II has some decorating to do in his office. The new director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture still has framed pictures stacked against a wall…
Facing pushback from a poor mid-term report card on their efforts to stem the tide of nitrogen-based fertilizers — also called nutrients — leaching from farm fields into waterways,…
Chicago Blues Fest honors legends ...
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Yet another day of poor air quality is anticipated today, primarily due ...
New law limits venue for ...
SPRINGFIELD – People who file lawsuits in state courts challenging the constitutionality ...
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In this week’s column we examine the effects of current drought conditions ...
