Interview: Sen. Robert Peters, D-Chicago
Illinois lawmakers are working on their agendas for the spring legislative session. The 21st was joined by State Senator Robert Peters, who was recently elected chair of the Illinois Senate Black Caucus.
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College of Media Student Journalists Share Experiences Covering Election Day
On Election Day 2020, six University of Illinois students joined the reporting team at Illinois Public Media to provide blanket coverage about local voters for regional and state listenership.This page features their experiences, told in their own words.
Rural Hospitals and the Rise of COVID-19
More than 80% of ICU beds are filling up across the state as COVID-19 cases in the U.S. hit record levels and rural hospitals in Illinois are facing additional challenges.
County Health Departments Talk About Rising COVID-19 Cases
As of December 7, Illinois is averaging 152 COVID-19 deaths per day. The 21st spoke to three members from county health departments from across Illinois about testing, contract testing and community compliance.
Filing Complaints In Prison
From medical needs to cells crawling with roaches, incarcerated people in Illinois are filing complaints but two organizations say they're gonig unheard.