The true story of Thanksgiving
The true story of Thanksgiving is the subject of a pair of books by author Denise Kiernan.
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Turbulence for Thanksgiving 2022 air travel
Post-pandemic airfare is more expensive, and troubles with staffing and scheduling created an avalanche of troubles for travelers in recent months.
Mountain lions have been sighted again in Illinois. Here’s what you need to know:
We were joined by a wildlife biologist to talk about last month's unusual mountain lion sightings and the questions they raise.
Building a better democracy: Braver Angels fight political demonization
As part of our ongoing series “Building a Better Democracy,” we were joined by coordinators from a non-profit that's trying to help those who disagree politically learn to talk to one another.
Illinois rivers are facing severe drought. Why does it matter?
To discuss the drought facing rivers across Illinois, its causes and effects, and why it matters, we were joined by the senior vice president of Waterways Council and the senior manager of the Tennessee Valley Authority’s River Forecast Center.