University of Illinois Urbana Champaign proposes to build next generation nuclear microreactor
The University of Illinois wants to construct and operate a new research nuclear microreactor on campus. What will it do and will it be safe?
Rick Steves Talks Travel And Marijuana; Nuclear Waste Leaks In Illinois; Cold And Flu Remedies
On The 21st: Travel expert Rick Steves discussed holiday travel tips and the legalization of marijuana in Illinois. Plus, we learn about a Better Government Association investigation into nuclear waste, and get expert advice for getting through cold and flu season.
Illinois Issues: The Prairie State’s Nuclear Waste Conundrum
The story of how the Land of Lincoln became the nation's biggest de facto nuclear waste dump is a tale of public fear, political pragmatism and the power of NIMBY (Not In My Back Yard).
Your Utility & Property Bills; A New U Of I Mascot?
On The 21st: Illinois has the highest property taxes. Why? And should the U of I have a new mascot? We also asked the question: Should the state help a struggling nuclear energy industry keep its downstate silos open?
Exelon Nuclear Plants in Illinois Clear Latest Regional Grid Auction
The "transition" auction revises a previous capacity auction for the generating year starting next June. But Exelon says the additional revenue will not help its money-losing Byron and Quad Cities nuclear plants.
