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George Floyd's death at the hands of police sparked protests around the world. His family's private service Tuesday follows public memorials that drew thousands of mourners.
In the wake of the police killing of George Floyd, booksellers have been inundated with requests for books about race in America. We talked with one South Holland bookseller about her recommendations.
While deaths from COVID-19 have been trending downward in Illinois - public health experts say until a vaccine is developed the virus is likely to be part of our lives for a long time. Illinois scientists are looking at sewage to determine outbreaks.
Illinois-based educator and author Joseph Flynn Jr. says most white people agree that racism is wrong, but are still afraid to truly confront it, and understand it.
Demonstrations protesting police brutality continue this week as The 21st speaks to the reporters who are covering it on the ground.
