A fish kill in 2024 dampened expectations that Ramsey Lake would soon become a “top tier” fishing lake in Illinois.
Dampened them, maybe – but it didn’t defeat them. Bass and catfish remain strong
A look at upcoming outdoors-related events from across Illinois published in the May 1, 2026 edition of Outdoor News.
The Missouri Department of Conservation is investigating after several paddlefish were recently found in the Lake of the Ozarks mutilated, skinned or cut open, prompting concerns over suspected illegal activity.
At least three fish
The Missouri Department of Conservation is investigating the death of a bald eagle in the Bootheel area of the state. The agency posted on their Facebook page April 13 that the bird was found shot
Illinois cuffs and collars are field reports from Conservation Police Officers. These reports are from the May 1, 2026 edition of Outdoor News.
Legislation in the Illinois House designed to protect wetlands in the state had not advanced as the spring session of the General Assembly hits its final month.
House Bill 3596, known as the Wetlands
Lt. Audrey Hoftender was awarded the 2026 Women in Law Enforcement Leadership Award in recognition of her exceptional leadership, professionalism, and measurable impact on both her district and the communities she serves.
The piece of Illinois legislation that has confused and frustrated deer hunters all spring appeared dead, but now appears to have sprung back to life – just in time for the final stretch of the
Reader-submitted letters to the editor published in the May 1, 2026 edition of Illinois Outdoor News.
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