The verdict is in on year one of the effort to eradicate hydrilla, the pernicious, choking, aquatic weed that has exploded across the lower Connecticut River in less than a decade: Success so far ...

The multi-million dollar threat to the lower Connecticut River from the invasive aquatic weed hydrilla has attracted attention from around the country, as scientists work on ways to contain it.

The Canal and River Trust said a "warming climate and nutrient rich water" had provided ideal growing conditions, but it was taking action to flush the weed from the river. The green carpet of ...

Rock River Valley Blood Center and Lyfe Dispensary are partnering for a "Bleed for Weed" drive on March 22. Held in Freeport, Ill., the event aims to increase the blood supply in the surrounding ...