All articles tagged Nature

We're continuing this week with some of our favorite past segments related to science and technology. Nature versus nurture is one of the oldest debates there is. But the answer might actually be neither. That’s because researchers at Northwestern have found experiencing poverty actually has an effect on your DNA. Plus, figuring out what’s true or false online can be tricky for everyone, but it turns out, older Americans are especially vulnerable to misinformation on social media. Also, in a world of never ending buzzing and alerts, research suggests that in order to get the full benefits of nature, you have to leave your devices at home.

Illinois’s Starved Rock State Park has seen record numbers of visitors in the past few years, with more than 2.8 million people visiting in 2017. It has gotten so popular that maintaining the park has become extremely challenging.

On the 21st: Many Midwest farmers say low prices for important crops are making 2017 a hard year. Plus, youth sports leagues are trying to make sure the kids - and not their parents - are the real focus of youth sports games. And, armadillos are being spotted in central Illinois - farther north than they've ever been.

On the 21st: A new report commissioned by the U.S. government accuses Peoria-based Caterpillar of tax fraud. What’s at stake for the company? We also talk about the Jewish holiday Purim, chat about a film that's sparking conversations about race across Illinois, and learn about what it takes to find an owl at night.

If you're interested in animal intelligence, you're in good company. This week's installment highlights some of the amazing things researchers are learning about crows. You'll never hear "bird-brain" as an insult again.