October 20, 2026 | Blog Post
On October 16th, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources announced a closure of both the Middle Fork of the Vermilion River and the Vermilion River.
Coal Mines
PRN and Sierra Club Illinois File Lawsuit Challenging IL Coal Mining Expansion
December 18, 2025 | Press Release
Prairie Rivers Network and Sierra Club Illinois are suing the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), a federally owned public power provider, to block the federal government from a massive expansion of coal mining in Illinois.
Reclaiming Recreation: Illinois and the Reuse of Mine Land
May 23rd, 2025 | Blog Post
Throughout the United States, outdoor recreation is more than simply a hobby. It boosts the local economy, aids in environmental protection, and betters public health. According to a National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) report…
