Three main factors contribute to the formation of Midwest dust storms: strong winds, dry soil in farm fields and large ...

As another large dust storm impacted Illinois, the conversation and questions continue about why and how to get the dust to settle and stay in the field rather than across roadways.

Amidst high temperatures in Central Illinois this week, corn leaves are curling by midday. That’s because they are trying to ...

John Dwyer coordinates emergency management in Champaign County, Illinois. He’s seeing a lot more weather extremes, from ...

Dust storms have become an increasing concern in Illinois, prompting investigations into their causes and potential solutions. These weather events have resulted in fatalities, including a 2023 ...

Windblown dirt from Illinois farm fields caused Illinois dust storm, ... Now that the dust has settled, many are wondering just how and why such an out-of-the-ordinary weather phenomenon happened.

A winter weather advisory has been issued for much of central Illinois. More than 1,000 bills filed The new class of Illinois legislators hasn't skipped a beat in filing new legislation.

The farm has been in the family name for over 150 years and cultivates produce on 200 acres like tomatoes, apples, strawberries, cauliflower and of course, the king of Illinois production, the ...