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Pandemic Worsens Child Mental Health Crisis

Millions of children across the U.S. are struggling with serious emotional or behavioral health conditions. With the pandemic blocking access to the treatments they depend on, some have spiraled — ending up in emergency rooms or police custody. The 21st spoke with reporters and an advocate who have been following this story.

Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-IL16)
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What’s Rep. Kinzinger’s Endgame?

The national profile of Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-IL16) has risen since the Capitol insurrection and his vote to impeach fellow Republican former President Donald Trump. Kinzinger's political future is the topic of a recent profile by The New York Times

Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza

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Interview: Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza

Gov. J.B. Pritzker delivered his annual State of the State and Budget address on February 17, 2021. The 21st was joined by Illinois Comptroller, Susana Mendoza (D) to talk about the financial struggles the state faces.

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The White House Art

A portrait of Lincoln is back in Springfield after being on loan to former Vice President Mike Pence for the last three years. The 21st takes a look at what goes in to loaning at artifacts and some of the symbolism behind White House art choices.

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2021: The Year of the Ox

According to the Lunar calendar, we have entered the ‘Year of the Ox.’ The 21st will speal more about what the ox represents and about how people in Illinois are celebrating the Chinese New Year while there is a pandemic.