How the Coronavirus Crisis is Affecting Local Restaurants
It’s been a month since restaurants and bars closed here in Illinois. We hear how one business owner is faring, and ask what he needs from state leaders.
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Aurora Mayor Shares His Experience With COVID-19
Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin tested positive for COVID-19 in March, along with the city's Police Chief Kristen Zimen and Police Commander Keith Cross. They have all recovered, but are sharing their experience to let the public know how serious the virus can be.
COVID-19 Roundup From Around The State
Guests: Kelsey Landis, Reporter from Belleville News-Democrat. Peter Hancock, reporter from Capitol News Illinois.
The 21st—Monday, April 13, 2020
On Today's 21st, over the weekend, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker said there was reason for cautious optimism on COVID-19. We had the latest with our Monday reporters’ roundtable.
‘Their Story Matters’: How Broadcast Journalism Students In Illinois Are Reporting On COVID-19
Like many institutions across the country, the University of Illinois suspended face-to-face instruction last month. Moving from in-person classes to digital learning, however, is easier for some courses than for others.