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New Map Shows What’s Up with River-Edge Developments

December 17, 2021

The resource map helps us advocate for river-edge developments to realize our blue-green corridor vision

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River Commitment Awards Honor Three for Exceptional Work

December 17, 2021

These honorees are exceptional leaders whose can-do spirits inspire others to take action to improve the river system.

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Your Support Improves and Protects the River System

December 16, 2021

Let’s continue this powerful momentum together in 2022.

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Friends Honored for Reconnecting Mill Creek

December 15, 2021

Friends of the Chicago River was among 12 honorees receiving the Force of Nature Award for exceptional work.

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Get Moving On Invasive Carp Fight

December 14, 2021

It is time to move forward on the Brandon Road barrier near Joliet to deter invasive carp.

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Add Your Voice to Recovery on Water (ROW)

December 13, 2021

ROW is seeking signatures in support of their expected petition before the Illinois Pollution Control Board (IPCB). Learn how you can help.

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Your Opinion Counts: Oppose Southside Recycling

December 09, 2021

Friends of the Chicago River stands with the community advocates who are challenging the siting and operation of Southside Recycling.

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Nearly $750,000 Awarded for Habitat Restoration

December 04, 2021

Three Friends restoration and education initiatives received a total of nearly $750,000 in recent weeks.

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Litter Cleanups Empower Community Action

December 02, 2021

The Summer Challenge inspires, encourages, and supports volunteers so that they can pick up litter independently or in small groups. 

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Winter Season is Good Birding

December 01, 2021

Birders in the Chicago River system can also help collect important data about bird species.

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