Summer Road Trips
Summer is a time for road trips — but COVID-19 is limiting options. The 21st explores safe getaways in a time of a pandemic.
Illinois Public Media News
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Sahara Dust Comes To Illinois
The 21st speaks with a meteorologist about the Saharan dust cloud that made its way to North America this week and whether it could, in a much-weakened form, make its way to Illinois.
Did Restaurants Open Too Soon?
The 21st speaks to a community health expert on whether Illinois is reopening too widely, too soon.
Campaigning In A Pandemic
Shaking hands, kissing babies, meeting large groups of people — all the ways politicians usually try to connect with voters are not possible during the COVID-19 pandemic. Find out how candidates are trying to campaign for the upcoming November election.
The 21st—Monday, June 29, 2020
On today's 21st, reporters from around the state give us an update on Phase 4 and the history of slavery in Illinois.