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Blog posted in 2018

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State Volunteer Commission Serve Illinois Honors Friends Member Chris Parson

December 04, 2018

Parson was cited for his "dedication to environmental stewardship and assistance to his community."

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Friends Statement on New MWRD Executive Director Brian Perkovich

December 03, 2018

While the river has improved dramatically over the nearly 40 years since Friends of the Chicago River was founded, there is still more work to be done.

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Federal Climate Change Report: Global Warming Impacts For Chicago River

November 28, 2018

The newly released National Climate Assessment produced by federal researchers includes forecasts for heavier rains which can adversely affect the Chicago River system.

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Crooked Creek Invasive Species Removal Gets Boost From Chi-Cal Rivers Fund in Southwest Suburbs

November 19, 2018

Goal is to restore natural infiltration, improve wildlife habitat.

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Canal Shores Road Vote Fails Environment, Says Friends of the Chicago River

November 14, 2018

MWRD vote "puts the interests of a private developer above those of the environment," says Friends of the Chicago River Executive Director Margaret Frisbie. 

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Trump Tower Lawsuit: Vice News Report

November 11, 2018

Vice Nightly News, airing on HBO, recently filed a report on our legal action against the Trump International Hotel and Tower in Chicago for violations of the federal Clean Water Act. 

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Chicago River Trash Locations: 'Hotspotting' Helps Hunt It Down

October 30, 2018

Looking for trash on the North Shore Channel.

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Friends of the Chicago River: 27 Reasons for #GivingTuesday

October 28, 2018

#GivingTuesday is an annual event geared towards supporting non-profits.

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Chicago Fishes Event a Gill-ty Pleasure

October 23, 2018

The 2nd annual free fishing event on the Chicago Riverwalk attracted hundreds of folks.

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Planet Forward Podcast: Friends Executive Director Margaret Frisbie Talks With Colin Boyle

October 18, 2018

Friends Executive Director  Margaret Frisbie talks history, pollution, swimming and the future of the Chicago River.

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