Collard enthusiasts are using science and preservation to lift up rare varieties of the leafy green

Collard enthusiasts are using science and preservation to lift up rare varieties of the leafy green

Collard greens are a nutritious vegetable with a rich cultural heritage in the U.S. Now, scientists and enthusiasts are working to preserve and popularize heirloom varieties that could be tastier and more climate resilient than common grocery greens.

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WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Dec. 26 – Dec. 29

Listen to Kimberly Schofield and Adelyn Mui talk about weekend events on IPM News AM 580 and FM 90.9 – Wednesdays at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m., and Thursdays at 5:44 p.m. Thursday, December 26 Christmas Card Lane     Time: All Day     Location: Preston Jackson Park, Decatur     Details: The 7th annual display of larger-than-life…

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Electrochemical device developed at UIUC offers sustainable solution for PFAS removal

A class of synthetic chemicals, commonly referred to as PFAS, have raised concerns because of their link to cancers and other illnesses and their environmental persistence. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign scientists are working on developing new approaches to removing these “forever chemicals” from the environment.

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Illinois is transitioning to cleaner energy. Here’s how it is impacting some rural communities

Up to 50 wind turbines are set to operate in Piatt County, Illinois, as part of the Prosperity Wind project from Apex Clean Energy. Standing more than 600 feet tall, they are the largest turbines in the state.

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Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to murder and weapons charges in UnitedHealthcare CEO’s death

The man accused of fatally shooting the CEO of UnitedHealthcare pleaded not guilty on Monday to state murder and terror charges while his attorney complained that comments coming from New York’s mayor would make it tough to receive a fair trial.