Prof. Valerie Hoffman on her career in Islamic Studies
Valerie Hoffman discussed her career as a professor of Islamic Studies at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
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EMTs charged in death of Earl Moore, Jr.
Two EMTs in Springfield are being charged with the death of a 35-year-old while he was in their care. We talked with the Springfield NAACP president, and an EMS program director.
Illinois celebrates the Lunar New Year with lion dancing
It is now officially the Year of the Rabbit. To discuss the Lunar New Year tradition of lion dancing, its history, and what goes into a performance, The 21st was joined by a member of a Chicago-area troupe.
What’s behind the spike in egg prices?
Shoppers might have gotten used to seeing higher prices at supermarkets this past year, but one item has seen a larger jump in prices than others: eggs. The 21st was joined by two reporters to talk about the combination of factors causing this increase.
Best of: How did women access abortions in Illinois before Roe v. Wade?
Before Roe v. Wade recognized a constitutional right to abortion, Illinois women still found ways to end their pregnancies.
