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In today's deep dive, we'll hear a conversation with University of Illinois associate professor of voice Barrington Coleman ahead of a performance Sunday night at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts in Champaign.
In today's deep dive, we'll hear a conversation with Illinois Holocaust survivor Eric Blaustein who reflects on the importance of never forgetting what led to World War II.
In today's deep dive, we’ll look at why it’s getting more challenging to recruit and retain home health workers.
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn how one northern Illinois man is using his love of woodworking to help veterans in need.
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn why Midwest pork farmers are reducing the amount of money send to their “checkoff” program, which is used for advertising their product.
In today's deep dive, a look at how the new state budget will affect Illinois college students.
In today's deep dive, we'll speak with the president of Illinois Wesleyan University about how the closure of Lincoln College this spring underscores some of the challenges that small colleges and universities are facing.
In today's deep dive, we'll a conversation with Rivian founder and CEO RJ Scalise about the McLean County company’s plans to retain and hire more workers as they scale up manufacturing.
In today's deep dive, we'll learn more about a book written about some of Peoria's less savory characters -- including Wild West lawman Wyatt Earp.
In today's deep dive, we'll take a look at the continued presence of Native American mascots at many high schools across Illinois.
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