At one time, Illinois was a top oil producer. Today, that legacy is a $160M problem.

Source Chicago Tribune
Original Load Date Jan. 18, 2026, 6:01 a.m.
Last Updated Jan. 18, 2026, 6:01 a.m.
Original URL https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/01/18/illinois-oil-wells-abandoned-contamination/

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Abandoned oil and gas wells pose environmental and public health risks. For three decades, the state has mismanaged funds earmarked for minimizing the threat. Already have an account [ Log In ][1] This article is only available to subscribers Flash Sale ### Standard Digital $1 for 1 year [ Ge...