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How language barriers can put lives at risk during severe weather
Weather and climate information is primarily reported in English. But, over 41 million Americans speak Spanish at home. When severe weather warnings are misunderstood or misinterpreted, the consequences can be serious. Language barriers can put non-English speaking communities at risk during emergencies. Dr. Joseph Trujillo-Falcón talks to “Weather Realness” about the importance of multilingual weather forecasting.Latest News
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The King of Instruments
Along with a few of its royal relatives.
Dialogue
Fishing Trip Turned Hate Crime: Danville Alderman Recounts Armed Confrontation in Paris, Illinois
Three men pleaded not guilty to attempted murder and hate crime charges following a racially motivated attack at White Oaks Park.
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The 21st Show
Oral history project to explore ‘life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness’ through lens of Illinoisans
The United States is celebrating 250 years since the Declaration of Independence. There’s an oral history project underway in connection with that milestone. It’s meant to…
The 21st Show
The latest on legal cases in Illinois
From immigration enforcement to investigations by the Trump administration, a number of legal cases are currently going on in Illinois. A reporter who covers legals affairs…
The 21st Show
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi on Iran war, funding ICE, and redistricting
Illinois Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi discusses the Iran war, the U.S. House of Representatives voting to pass a funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security…
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Prairie Fire
Prairie Fire: Season 3 - Episode 6 - March 2026
We introduce you to the art of Brian Dettmer, get a special performance from hip-hop duo Mother Nature, and visit with quilter Millie Sorrells, who shows us creativity has no…
News Local/State
Behind The Mic: News & Public Affairs Reginald Hardwick loves meeting new people through journalism
After two decades as a television producer in Denver and Dallas-Fort Worth, IPM News Director Reginald Hardwick switched to public media ten years ago.
State of Change
Small gestures to make a big difference in preserving our planet
We visit a zero-waste general store, a garden bringing a community together in a Chicago food desert, a program protecting pollinators, and advice to increase sustainability…
