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DNR sampling shows strong fish populations in Illinois Rock River

Illinois DNR sampling of fish in the Rock River found strong showings of walleyes, smallmouth bass and channel catfish.

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Abandoned nests reveal gaps in Illinois ability to protect endangered bird species

The black-crowned night heron is a wetland bird found throughout North America but considered endangered in Illinois.

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Abandoned heron nests show gaps in endangered species protections

As the state Environmental Protection Act marks its 50th anniversary, state officials and environmental advocates say IDNR’s reviews are hindered by incomplete records and a staff slashed by nearly half compared with two decades ago.

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Three Rockford peregrine chicks banded

Three peregrine falcons hatched atop the old Rockford Register Start building in early May.

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Environmentalists take aim at Pritzker campaign ad

The Governor is touting airport expansion in his re-election campaign. Some advocates says it isn't the whole story.

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