With the recent warm weather and native plants starting to emerge from their winter slumber, folks may be eager to do some spring cleaning in their gardens. For the sake of pollinators and insects, though, it’s best to hold off until the weather is steadily in the...

Join the Chicago area's largest ice fishing tournament, hosted by DuPage Forest Preserve District, from noon to 3:30 p.m. The top three catches of largemouth bass, bluegill, northern pike and crappie will receive gift cards of $125, $100 and $75, respectively to local...

In romantic news: A study of urban coyotes in Chicago shows that coyotes are loyal to their mates for life and never stray. Most canines do practice social monogamy, but may stray or “cheat,” when high population density meets an abundance of food. Scientists are...

Press Release Contact Information: Joan Olson (630) 407-6015 or Evan Shields (630) 407-6022 Tuesday, February 1, 2022 DuPage County Launches Online Permitting System DuPage County residents no longer need to file permit applications in-person after the County launched...

  Submitted by the office of State Treasurer Michael W. Frerichs On Feb. 1, states across the country will celebrate National Unclaimed Property Day to raise awareness and encourage people to check if they have cash or property owed to them, Illinois Treasurer...

Reminder to Play it Safe Outdoors in Winter Simple steps will keep you safe during outdoor winter activities (Dec. 2, 2021) — The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County reminds residents to play it safe while enjoying ice fishing, snow tubing, cross-country skiing,...

If you find a wild animal that looks injured or orphaned, leave it alone and call the Forest Preserve District's Willowbrook Wildlife Center at 630-942-6200. Recordings offer general advice when the center is closed. Or visit the wildlife rescue advice page....