June 24th, 2025 | Press Release
Prairie Rivers Network is thrilled to congratulate Illinois ecologist and long-time PRN volunteer Martin Kemper on being honored as the National Wildlife Federation’s Volunteer of the Year…
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Illinois General Assembly Votes to Protect Mahomet Aquifer from Carbon Pollution
May 20, 2025 | Press Release
The bill to protect the Mahomet Aquifer from carbon sequestration, SB1723, was passed by the Illinois House today 91-19. The bill, championed by Representative Ammons in the House, was supported by…
2025 Illinois Dust Storm
May 19, 2025 | Press Release
On Friday, Chicago experienced its first-ever dust storm advisory. There were areas across the state with zero visibility…
96 percent of Illinois wetlands could be at risk; Illinois Wetlands Protection Act needed to protect them
April 24th, 2025 | Press Release
96 percent of Illinois wetlands could be at risk; Illinois Wetlands Protection Act needed to protect them
Bill to Protect Mahomet Aquifer from Carbon Pollution Passes Senate Committee
March 20, 2025 | Press Release
The bill to protect the Mahomet Aquifer from carbon sequestration passed a Senate Committee today with unanimous, bipartisan support. It now advances to the Senate floor.
