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In today's deep dive, we'll learn how the state of Illinois is giving out 200 new recreational cannabis licenses in an effort to make amends for racial discrimination in marijuana arrests.
In today's deep dive, we'll hear about how LGBTQ farmers and the difference they’re making in rural communities.
In today's deep dive, we'll learn how Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker recently signed a new law limiting the ways so-called “forever” chemicals can be disposed of in the state, but the sheer volume of these chemicals continues to present significant challenges.
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about a study that looks at the potential impact of the Supreme Court’s recent ruling on abortion rights.
In today's deep dive, we'll take a closer look at the challenges facing people with sickle cell disease as they move into adulthood.
In today's deep dive, we'll hear how wheat prices have skyrocketed since Russia invaded Ukraine, but because of drought, wheat farmers might not benefit.
In today's deep dive, we'll learn how many students in Illinois colleges are placed in “developmental” or remedial courses. A new law looks to change that.
In today's deep dive, a closer look at the shooter and gun allegedly at the center of Monday's mass shooting in Highland Park.
In today's deep dive, we'll hear how young women are leading the charge to keep reproductive rights alive in the neighboring state of Indiana.
In today's deep dive, we'll learn how some restaurants are serving up Copi – known formerly as "Asian Carp" – as part of Illinois officials' efforts to make the invasive fish more appealing to eat.
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