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The 21st—Monday, April 13, 2020
On Today's 21st, over the weekend, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker said there was reason for cautious optimism on COVID-19. We had the latest with our Monday reporters’ roundtable.
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‘Their Story Matters’: How Broadcast Journalism Students In Illinois Are Reporting On COVID-19
Like many institutions across the country, the University of Illinois suspended face-to-face instruction last month. Moving from in-person classes to digital learning, however, is easier for some courses than for others.
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The Show Must Go On: Music Students Conduct Virtual Performances
For college students studying music, end-of-year recitals and concerts are not only celebatory milestones but mandatory requirements to earn their degrees.
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Navigating Addiction Recovery While Social Distancing
While COVID-19 can cause widespread anxiety among the general population, people facing mental health challenges can be more at risk without their in-person support systems and accountability groups. People in recovery for addiction can be especially vulnerable.
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Truckin’ Along: Truckers Deliver Essential Supplies During Pandemic
Nearly every part of the American economy has been touched by the coronavirus pandemic, including trucking. But because people still need medical supplies, hospital equipment and groceries, truck drivers are far from slowing down.
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The 21st—Thursday, April 9, 2020
On today's The 21st, many businesses are closed or changing operations because of the coronavirus pandemic, but Illinois truck drivers are still on the road. We checked in with a trucker, and an association that represents truck stops and travel centers.
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Virtual Passover And Easter Services
One of the most celebrated Jewish holidays, Passover, begins at sundown Wednesday. For Christians, Sunday is Easter Sunday. But with the stay-at-home order, congregations are adapting their services to go online.
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African American Communities Being Affected Disproportionately By COVID-19
In a recent racial analysis, Black Chicagoans are being disproportionately affected by COVID-19.
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Child Abuse Going Unreported During Stay-At-Home Order
Calls to the Illinois Child Abuse Hotline have declined by half since the start of the coronavirus pandemic but advocates say that the child abuse is not decreasing but the mandtory reporters aren’t interacting with children as much.
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The 21st—Wednesday, April 8, 2020
On Today's 21st: With more people staying home amid the coronavirus pandemic, calls to child abuse hotlines are down. But advocates say that is not a good sign.