Hydraulic Fracturing

Health, Science & Environment

Public Comment Period Opens For Illinois 'Fracking' Legislation

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking public feedback on the state's first-ever regulations for high-volume oil and gas drilling.The DNR…
Government, Politics & Issues

Fracking Regulation Measure Advances To Full Ill. House

Reporting from Chris Slaby.A measure that would regulate hydraulic fracturing, or “fracking,” heads to the full Illinois House after Representatives…
Government, Politics & Issues

Friction Over Fracking Continues In Illinois

Dozens of environmentalists and land owners are meeting with lawmakers in Springfield hoping to persuade them to temporarily ban high-volume oil and gas…