Coal Mining

The coal industry is thriving in Illinois, so why are we seeing efforts towards a transition to clean energy?

Coal mines abandoned by their owners have turned into what some refer to as "zombie mines" – leaving environmental and economic damage by not being reclaimed.

The event is open to the public and do not require pre-registration to attend.

K.D. Crain and sons will be nominated by the IDNR Office of Mines and Minerals for national awards.

Williamson Energy faces civil penalties of $50,000 for each violation.

Multiple state and federal agencies will be in Marion Wednesday to share what funding opportunities they offer and how to apply.

In spring 2015, Pekin Park District officials were startled when a hole suddenly appeared near McNaughton Park.

A southern Illinois coal mine is expected to close before the end of the calendar year.Peabody Energy announced Monday the Arclar Complex in Saline County…

The Franklin County town of Orient is celebrating its 100th birthday.Monday night, State Representative Dave Severin of Benton presented a House…

Two Franklin County residents have been arrested for a burglary at a southern Illinois coal mine.The Jefferson County Sheriff's Department says…