What Dead Birds Can Tell Us About Climate Change
A retired ornithologist has 40 years of evidence that scientists say indicates a link between warming climate and smaller birds.
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How Do You Solve A Problem Like Lead Pipes? Lessons From Cities Getting It Done
Rust Belt cities tackling their lead problems offer advice for Chicago on funding, public education and getting political buy-in.
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10 Things Chicagoans Can Do Right Now To Combat Climate Change
We asked experts what regular people can do to make a difference.
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Climate Change Is Already Impacting Lake Michigan — Here’s How
Erratic water levels, disappearing beaches — climate change is already affecting Lake Michigan’s shoreline. Here’s what else we can expect.
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As Risks Of Water Meters Became Clearer, City Relaxed Lead Testing Rules
Water officials allowed homeowners to get meters installed faster if they opted out of safety testing for lead in their water.
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The Scoop On Poop At Chicago’s Beaches
Use our handy guide to determine which Chicago beaches are safe for swimming, and when to proceed with caution.
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How Is Chicago Doing On Its Ambitious 2020 Climate Goals?
Back in 2008, Mayor Richard M. Daley’s plan to make Chicago “the greenest city in America” by 2020 made national news. How’s that going?
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Caps On Or Off? Pizza Boxes OK? Answers To 10 Chicago Recycling Questions
Think you know all the recycling rules? Think again. Check out this quick guide to some common do’s and don’ts of Chicago recycling.
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Five Tips To Avoid Common Recycling Mistakes
One Chicagoan is worried her neighbors are putting the wrong things in their shared recycling bin. We share five do’s and don’ts.
