MWRD vote "puts the interests of a private developer above those of the environment," says Friends of the Chicago River Executive Director Margaret Frisbie. 

Vice Nightly News, airing on HBO, recently filed a report on our legal action against the Trump International Hotel and Tower in Chicago for violations of the federal Clean Water Act. 

Looking for trash on the North Shore Channel.

#GivingTuesday is an annual event geared towards supporting non-profits.

The 2nd annual free fishing event on the Chicago Riverwalk attracted hundreds of folks.

Friends Executive Director  Margaret Frisbie talks history, pollution, swimming and the future of the Chicago River.

“The amount of passion and energy for this organization is amazing,” said Friends Executive Director Margaret Frisbie.

Friends of the Chicago River Executive Director Margaret Frisbie calls new vessel the latest way for people to get close to the river.

Friends urges rejection of easment through golf course.

Friends of the Chicago River has teamed with the Cook County Forest Preserves to clear turtle nesting areas; electronic devices help follow their moves.