News
"Possible flooding coming to Chicago as heavy rains are expected across the area," Chicago Sun-Times
November 3, 2024
The chance of severe rain over the next few days across the Chicago area could bring flooding.
"Officials mark halfway point of $30 million Robbins flood control, recreation project," Daily Southtown
October 31, 2024
The $30 million project will remove about 140 acres from the flood plain, protect 92 structures and remove more than 1,300 parcels from the 100-year flood plain.
"First phase of flooding mitigation program completed in Robbins, Illinois," CBS News Chicago
October 31, 2024
A ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the end of the first phase of a major construction project, including a new overflow channel to keep rainwater from flooding streets in Robbins.
"Robbins completes first phase of Midlothian Creek, Cal-Sag Channel flood relief project," ABC 7 Chicago
October 31, 2024
There was a celebration Thursday as phase one of a multi-million dollar public project to reduce flooding was completed.
MWRD hosts 12th Annual Sustainability Summit, presents green infrastructure, education awards
October 31, 2024
The event brought together key industry experts, including hydrologists, engineers, planners and sustainability leaders, sharing valuable insights on building resilient, eco-friendly communities for the future.
Resilience and opportunity in Robbins: MWRD officials, village leaders, U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, IL Gov. JB Pritzker, Cook County and others to mark completion of first phase of work on critical flood relief project
October 30, 2024
The MWRD and project partners will celebrate the progress made on the Robbins Heritage Park and Midlothian Creek Restoration Project.