Jess Savage

Hydrilla is a highly invasive aquatic plant. It was recently spotted in northern Illinois.

Next year marks the 50th anniversary of the University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener program.

A used bookstore is celebrating its sixth anniversary this weekend.

Thanksgiving is here, but Illinois hunters and archers can still get their hands on a wild turkey.

Deer season is from October to January, but drivers should be on high alert this week.

A new partnership between the Ogle County Master Gardeners and the Flagg-Rochelle Public Library unlocks new opportunities for beginner and experienced gardeners. The new seed library is a way for aspiring gardeners to get involved.

While Illinois might be known as the Prairie State, wetlands can be found from border to border. These important ecosystems are now under threat due to a 2023 Supreme Court ruling. Jess Savage reports on efforts to protect the state’s remaining wetlands at the state level.

Migratory birds have been flying over DeKalb. Now, there’s a way to monitor their movements throughout the season. It shows that the city has higher numbers than the Chicago area.

The USDA will be tapping farmers across the U.S. to participate in a conservation survey. Jess Savage reports on how the survey will impact Illinois farmers, and what they can expect.

Earlier this summer, the Environmental Protection Agency awarded $160 million in grants to support better construction and manufacturing projects. That includes $4 million to an Evanston company.