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Social psychologist Devon Price says we’re facing twin pandemics: one is the virus, and the other is the lies we tell ourselves about productivity. The 21st spoke to Price about their new book Laziness Does Not Exist.
Coal is being phased out, but what happens with the smokestacks and hazardous material they leave behind? Some environmental groups want to see more regulation in the state when it comes to dismantling coal-fired power plants. The 21st spoke to a resident of Madison County, a reporter and an activist to learn more.
Illinois activists recently ended a 30 day hunger strike in protest of a proposed steel shredding plant in their community. The 21st spoke with two activists and an alderman about their experiences.
Groundwater is depleting in Joliet, one of Illinois' largest cities. Meanwhile, Centreville is being flooded with sewage. Two reporters joined The 21st to talk about both water crises and what leaders are doing about it.
Welcome to The 21st at the Capitol, where we take our weekday show from radio to television to talk about what Illinois lawmakers are doing and how it might affect you. This week, host Brian Mackey is interviewing state Senate President Don Harmon and House Republican Leader Jim Durkin.
