On this day in 2004, popcorn was named the official state snack food of Illinois. Celebrate by popping up and enjoying a batch! ?

Illinois researchers are using the CornBox to do experiments on response to nitrogen fertilizer in corn and connecting the living plants with sensors and imaging. https://agupdate.com/illinoisfarmertoday/news/crop/illinois-researchers-play-with-innovations-in-the-cornbox/article_16876eec-5075-11ef-9718-67d5aa36850a.html

Farmers impacted by severe weather in Illinois may be eligible to receive help from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Here’s what you should know. https://www.wifr.com/2024/07/29/illinois-farmers-get-assistance-usda-after-severe-weather

We’re looking at some uncomfortable and potentially dangerous temperatures across Illinois over the next few days. Make sure you know how to protect yourself from heat-related illnesses: https://ready.illinois.gov/hazards/extremetempshot.html

Juneteenth is the annual commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. This day honors the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas following the end of…

High temperatures are expected across Illinois all this week. Here are a few tips to keep in mind to stay safe in extreme heat: ☀ Stay out of the sun. If…

Inside: Veto session comes to an end, little action on major issues The House met this week for the final days of the fall veto session, and the results were…

Inside: New legislation would address humanitarian crisis affecting Illinois In recent months Illinois has found that it is no longer immune from the humanitarian crisis at the southern border. Six…

Representative Dan Swanson’s Capitol News Update Inside: Lyme disease task force working to educate Illinoisans about treatment and prevention Lyme disease is a serious and often misunderstood illness that can…

Inside: Suspects arrested with 5000 pounds of marijuana, released due to SAFE-T Act Two weeks ago state troopers pulled over a vehicle on Interstate 80 near Geneseo; just outside our…