Hacking back invasive species and crime

Mar. 5, 2013
The far south side forest preserves’ seclusion and proximity to areas troubled by gang activity once made them ideal dumping grounds for bodies. And a dense underbrush of white poplar, buckthorn and purple loosestrife, all invasive species, obscured any view of the interior from the road.

Greencorps graduates cultivate city's green jobs

Jan. 21, 2013
In addition to their Greencorps diplomas, each graduate collected a binder of certificates earned throughout the course of the program, from hazardous materials training and CPR to brownfield clean-up.

Venture: making green by going green

May. 9, 2011
Retail sales numbers come out on Thursday, and that will provide clues as to how consumers are feeling, especially with high prices at the pump.Lots of businesses these days are counting on people's desire to protect the environment.At this weekend's Green Festival at McCormick Place, everything fro