The University of Illinois wants to construct and operate a new research nuclear microreactor on campus. What will it do and will it be safe?

On today's show, we are diving into nuclear energy, one kind of low-carbon energy source. Illinois produces around ⅛ of all nuclear energy produced in the United States.

Jeff Frame and Deanna Hence, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign professors, explained the destructive winds and rain unleashed by Hurricane Melissa.

A Space X rocket delivered the UIUC-designed Carruthers Geocorona Observatory to space. We talked about how it will study space weather.

We learned about the impacts of drought on forests in Illinois. If you have a question about climate or weather, call 217.333.2141.

We discussed the extreme drought in central Illinois right now. If you have a question about climate or weather, call 217.333.2141.

Today on Weather Realness, the US Drought Monitor says Champaign County is in a severe drought. We'll visit a local orchard and pumpkin patch to see how that's impacting this fall's crop. If you have a question about climate or weather, leave a voicemail at 217.333.2141.

Today on Weather Realness, we are talking autumn, from the cooler weather to the changing leaves. If you have a question about climate or weather, leave a voicemail at 217.333.2141.

Today on Weather Realness, we are talking all about solar energy. If you have a question about climate or weather, leave a voicemail at 217.333.2141.

Today on Weather Realness, we are talking all about solar energy. If you have a question about climate or weather, leave a voicemail at 217.333.2141.