And with these birds come eggs. Finding these shelled beauts or even a nest in your backyard is a normal occurrence that shouldn't worry you. But for home maintenance and peace of mind ...

Eggs are collected from Jim Irwin’s chicken coop in his backyard in Albany Park on March 17, 2025. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune) Stories about bird flu decimating poultry farms and causing ...

laying eggs, nesting, and taking advantage of the season’s bounties. It’s a popular time of year to supplement their food with backyard bird feeders. However, highly pathogenic avian influenza ...

Does your family like watching birds, or are you looking to learn more about them? Join the Dickinson County Nature Center from 5-6 p.m. Friday, June 27, for Family Nature Night’s “Backyard Birds” ...