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State Rep: Illinois Women Struggle To Enter Politics
A statewide panel focused on curbing sexual harassment and providing women with greater access to the political arena is wrapping up its work.
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Immigrant Children In IL Detention Centers; Self-Driving Cars; Don’t Bring Your Phone Into The Woods
On the 21st: The living conditions for immigrant children in Chicago detention centers. Plus, self-driving cars might be the future of transportation sooner than you'd think -- but, are people in Illinois comfortable with this? And, in a world of never ending buzzing and alerts, new research suggests that in order to get the full benefits of nature, consider leaving your devices at home.
Go Ahead Of The Class
A new Illinois law will give gifted children the chance to move ahead in public schools.
Illinois Issues: Dying Young In Illinois - Black Teens Face The Greatest Risk
The gap, caused mainly by homicides, is one of the biggest in the nation.
Revisiting The Emmett Till Case; When Women Earn More Than Men; Illinois Politics
On the 21st: We talked about Emmett Till's murder, the aftermath, and how it sticks with us today. Plus, why some partners are uncomfortable to admit when wives earn more than husbands, and why this is such a big hurdle to get over. And, we took a look on President Trump's visit to Granite City last week.