Every box turtle has a story to tell. These charismatic, long-lived turtles are omnivorous and use both land and water ...

This season has been hot and dry with scattered rainfall throughout the season for Northeastern Illinois. June average rainfall totals were approximately 3.80 inches ...

One of the trademarks of summer is the sight of planes and helicopters making gravity-defying turns as they make passes up ...

Some plants quietly—yet quickly—invade and overtake our landscapes, pushing out natives and offering no benefits to people, wildlife, or the environment. Luckily, Fall is an ideal time to identify and ...

The Illinois State Fair is just around the corner—happening from August 8–18—and while the National Weather Service is predicting a Heat Advisory, that shouldn’t stop you from enjoying all the fun, ...

Take your love of gardening to the next level!Join the University of Illinois Extension’s Hybrid Master Gardener Training ...

Researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have analyzed 96 years of forest census data to better understand ecological changes and ...

University of Illinois Extension is now offering an accessible, self-paced online course designed specifically for food handlers working in non-restaurant ...

EUREKA, Ill. — Do you want to learn essential foot care tips and techniques to prevent complications and maintain mobility? Join Nutrition and Wellness Educator and Registered Dietitian Jenna Smith ...

Illinois Extension is asking Illinois farmers to submit photos to be considered for the 2026 calendar. Photographers whose ...