These honorees are exceptional leaders whose can-do spirits inspire others to take action to improve the river system.

Let’s continue this powerful momentum together in 2022.

Friends of the Chicago River was among 12 honorees receiving the Force of Nature Award for exceptional work.

It is time to move forward on the Brandon Road barrier near Joliet to deter invasive carp.

ROW is seeking signatures in support of their expected petition before the Illinois Pollution Control Board (IPCB). Learn how you can help.

Friends of the Chicago River stands with the community advocates who are challenging the siting and operation of Southside Recycling.

Three Friends restoration and education initiatives received a total of nearly $750,000 in recent weeks.

The Summer Challenge inspires, encourages, and supports volunteers so that they can pick up litter independently or in small groups. 

Birders in the Chicago River system can also help collect important data about bird species.

The river is healthier and filled with more native wildlife than it has been in over 100 years.