News
"Robbins opens field honoring Rocky Clark, late high school football player paralyzed by game injury," ABC 7
June 13, 2026
The MWRD participated in the ribbon-cutting on a new athletic field in Robbins, IL. The new facility will serve as the new home of the Robbins CalPark Eagles.
"MWRD Issues an Overflow Action Alert," WGN Radio 720
June 11, 2026
The MWRD urges residents and business owners to conserve water with heavy rains in the forecast Thursday.
MWRD issues Overflow Action Alert
June 11, 2026
With impending rain, the MWRD encourages area residents and business owners to reduce water use during and after the storm to help prevent flooding and protect water quality:
MWRD to raise Juneteenth flag in recognition of Freedom Day
June 10, 2026
The MWRD will raise the Juneteenth flag to honor and recognize Freedom Day on Monday, June 15, 2026, at 10 a.m.
American Academy of Environmental Engineers and Scientists honors MWRD with grand prize in environmental communications
June 9, 2026
Showcasing its leadership in advancing stormwater solutions and public education, the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) has earned the prestigious Grand Prize from the American Academy of Environmental Engineers and Scientists (AAEES). The award, presented in the Environmental Communications Awards category, recognizes the MWRD’s standout publication, “Green Infrastructure Community Guide: Stormwater Strategies for Resilient Neighborhoods.”
MWRD to kickoff micro-forest planting of 250 tree saplings in honor of America 250
June 9, 2026
The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago will commemorate America’s Semiquincentennial by implementing a special tree planting initiative that honors the nation’s 250th anniversary while advancing the MWRD’s commitment to environmental stewardship.