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A Q&A with famous paleontologist Steve Brusatte delves into the evolution of mammals after the age of dinosaurs.

A group of pickleball pals is among the latest to discover the benefits of joining the Be a Trailblazer experience. 

Have you ever noticed that some snow is particularly sparkly or glittery? Scientists call it "snow sparkle," an effect caused by sunlight reflecting off ice crystals in the snow.

Despite what you may have heard, woolly bear caterpillars can't predict how bad the winter weather will be. But they do have a pretty cool way to survive even the most frigid temperatures.

With temperatures in the 60s, spring fever is hitting hard. All the more reason to make time to spend my lunch break outside. 

African buffalo are one of two buffalo species in the world, and they share many similarities with North American bison.

Our Wander at Will series takes us to Lake Renwick Preserve for a winter dog walk.

The Nature Foundation of Will County raised more than $40,000 for Forest Preserve District recreational and educational programs.

It's skunk mating season, and as male skunks are out and about searching for mates, we may have more close encounters with these animals, resulting in that telltale smell in the air. 

Pesky seagulls get a lot of attention from humans, but there is more to these birds than their thieving ways. 

The Forest Preserve District received a Silver Ribbon Award from Friends of the Chicago River for the Lockport Prairie and Prairie Bluff Ecosystem Restoration Project.

Snowstorms are often anticipated for days ahead of their arrival, but when does a snowstorm become a blizzard?

The Preserve the Moment photo contest encourages photographers to share images taken in Will County forest preserves for chances to win monthly and grand prizes.

Our Wander at Will series takes us to Rock Run Rookery Preserve for a short hike on a cold winter day. 

How do turtles breathe while they are underwater all winter? Through their butts, so to speak.