What Sank the Economy: Lockdowns or Fear?
Was the economic collapse driven by government-imposed lockdowns or individual fears? The 21st speaks to an expert on how to navigate that question.
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Meet the Illinois Ultramarathon Record Runner
The 21st speaks to Coree Woltering, an Illinois-based ultra-marathoner, who recently set a new record for the 1,147 mile Ice Age Trail, completing it in 21 days, 13 hours and 35 minutes.
‘The Great Indoors’ Explores How Our Buildings Shape Us
For many of us during the pandemic, we’ve gotten to know the four walls of the various rooms in our home better than ever before. The 21st speaks to an author and journalist who explores the many indoor environments, both private and public spaces — from operating rooms to prisons.
Reporter Roundtable: COVID Concerns And ICE Crackdown On International Students
The 21st speaks to reporters across the state about the ongoing pandemic as well as the recent policy position from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency.
ENCORE: ‘An American Summer: Love And Death In Chicago’; The Last Video Stores In Illinois
Alex Kotlowitz has been writing about violence in Chicago for decades - in film, in print, and for This American Life. His latest book is called “An American Summer: Love And Death In Chicago,” and it follows people for whom gun violence has become a part of daily life. Plus, Oregon may have America’s last Blockbuster store, but there are still thriving video stores here in Illinois.