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The 21st Show

The 21st Show

The 21st Show

Don Tracy, the Republican candidate for this year's U.S. Senate race in Illinois shares his thoughts on immigration policies, how the Iran war is going, and the rise of Democratic Socialism ahead of the general election in November

The 21st Show

At the turn of the 19th century, bicycling was a significant force in American life. And the center of American cycling was arguably in Illinois. An author who has researched bicycling culture in Illinois joins the program. 

The 21st Show

Much of the United States recently dealt with another round of smoke from Canadian wildfires. We’ll talk about how we felt that here in Illinois and what might be in store for that kind of weather in the future. 
 

The 21st Show

Illinois recently launched a state Department of Early Childhood. The secretary of the department discusses its role and how it’s navigating ongoing shortages in staffing and availability for childcare across the state.

The 21st Show

Illinois has an official state bee: The Black and Golden Bumblebee. What sets this species of bees apart from others and what is the state of pollinators across Illinois? 

The 21st Show

Hundreds of Illinoisans have gotten sick this summer from the gastrointestinal disease cyclosporiasis. Two infectious disease specialists discuss what’s happening, who’s at risk, and what the role is of government in food safety.
 

Weather Realness

He’s back! Ed Kieser, former chief meteorologist at WILL radio returns to Illinois airways. We learn more about his career and his 1996 tornado forecast.

Weather Realness

Illinois has around 60 species of mosquitoes. Learn how climate and weather impacts them and if they pose a risk to public health.