Reporter Update: Coronavirus In The Quad Cities
The Quad Cities have emerged as a trouble spot for COVID-19. We talk with Michelle O'Neill, the news editor at NPR member station WVIK, about the unique challenges there.
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The 21st—Monday, April 27, 2020
On today's 21st, education during COVID-19. We talked to a retired dean, "e-learning" challenges for kids with special needs and checked in with teachers about the experiences of a virtual classroom.
Bibliotecas Pequeñas y Gratuitas les Proporcionan Libros a Niños Durante la Clausura de Escuelas y Bibliotecas
Con la clausura de las escuelas y bibliotecas públicas debido a la pandemia de COVID-19, las comunidades encuentran maneras de proporcionarles acceso a libros y otros materiales de lectura
Gov. Pritzker Announces Modified Stay-At-Home Order: What Is Essential/Prohibited?
Governor J.B. Pritzker extends stay-at-home order through May, with some modifications. The renewed order includes some phased re-opening of state parks and non-essential businesses with social distancing guidelines.
What Does Prom Look Like During A Pandemic?
Senior year has been cut short for high schoolers across Illinois, including the cancellation of prom. We talk to two of them about how they're feeling.