Illinois Department Of Natural Resources
Shedd Aquarium Adds Asian Carp To Invasive Species Display
Biologists at the Shedd Aquarium were hoping the addition of three Asian bighead carp to the Invasive Species exhibit would persuade visitors to help keep the voracious fish out of Lake Michigan.
Skunks Making A Big Stink In Northeastern Illinois
Skunks – it’s what the stink’s all about. In the northern suburbs – skunks are making a big stink.
Train Engineer Spots Black Bear Near Wisconsin Border
It’s something you might expect to see in Montana – or even in northern Wisconsin, but a black bear in Illinois? A locomotive engineer says he’s sure he saw one last Tuesday.
State Officials Say It’s Time To Pray For Rain
All of Illinois is now officially in a drought, and state officials are looking to the heavens for some intervention.
Taste Of Chicago To Serve Up Free Asian Carp Sliders On Wednesday
You know them as the invasive species trying to enter Lake Michigan, but one Taste of Chicago booth could get you to think differently about Asian Carp.
Nearly 100,000 Deer Killed During Illinois Firearm Hunting Season
There should be plenty of venison for holiday dinners this season.
Men Charged With Poaching Deer In Cook, Grundy Counties
The State’s Attorney of Grundy County southwest of Chicago has brought poaching charges against three men who allegedly killed a valuable deer on private property.
State Agency Wants To Turn Asian Carp Into Foodstuff
Is the Asian carp an invasive species or a tasty delicacy?
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