Lauren Frost

by LAUREN FROST City of Sydney will ramp up efforts to combat Australia's "major recycling issue", following Councillor Linda Scott's call for City of Sydney will ramp up efforts to combat Australia's "major recycling issue", following Councillor Linda Scott's call for increased City action on recycling.

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The National Weather Service reports 120 tornadoes were confirmed in the state in 2023.

The previous farm bill, which governs a huge range of food and land programs, was extended but expires this fall.

In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the uncertainty parents and school administrators have faced since the Invest in Kids Act expired at the beginning of the year.

Ten-year-old Pierce Joy was crowned the best junior go-kart racer in Illinois by K1 Speed. Next up: the national championship.

This time of year, millions of birds cross Illinois each night on their spring migration north. Many will hit the windows of Chicago’s skyline.

Editor's note: This story mentions a suicide attempt. If you or someone you know may be considering suicide, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing 9-8-8, or the Crisis Text Line by texting HOME to 741741.

Two experts from the regional EPA office join WBEZ to tell us what Chicago-area residents can expect.

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