Saturday night promises to be cold, a little damp and dark — a great night to be outdoors, if you’re a stargazer. The hours from … Read more ›
Nature
From the community
The Glorious Feeling of Spring
Spring. Ah, that feeling! With every change of season, there's an internal shift inside of us, but when spring comes around, that feeling of freshness … Read more ›
Homer Glen residents will have their say on deer culling on March 20
Homer Glen residents will have the chance to weigh in at the ballot booth on the issue of deer culling at two Will County forest … Read more ›
Four-leaf clover: Rare variation of a common, edible weed (and may be good luck)
That sometimes pesky white clover creeping into your grass in spring is the same plant that supposedly brings luck to those who find it in … Read more ›
From the community
Is it Ike’s turn?
After a year of fishing in a variety of tournaments across the nation, 49 of the best anglers will finally compete in the 2012 Bassmaster … Read more ›
Hooting great horned owls celebrate Valentine’s Day
Beneath a full moon on a cold, winter’s evening, the pair begins its courtship duet. Hoo hoo hoooo hooo hoo, he bellows atop a walnut … Read more ›
We could see northern lights tonight, thanks to solar flare
For the second time in just three months, people in the Chicago area have a shot at seeing the northern lights this evening. That’s because … Read more ›
Restoring prairies in the Prairie State
Illinois may be known as the Prairie State, but today only 0.01 percent of the state’s prairies remain. Now, an ambitious plan for Midewin National … Read more ›
Leaf colors nearing their peak
As the days grow shorter, tree leaves steal the orange glow of the waning sun. Their palette is nearing its peak now, infusing the natural … Read more ›
Fall Fog wins photo contest
A picture of early morning fog at Northside Park in Wheaton is this week’s TribLocal photo contest winner. As a prize, the author, Joni Eskridge, will … Read more ›
