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As the weather warms and Illinois begins another week under stay-at-home orders, defiance is beginning to rise. Meanwhile, major outbreaks continue at nursing homes and large manufacturing facilities. We talk with reporters from around Illinois for the latest on COVID-19.
Today on The 21st: an update from reporters around the state on COVID-19, legal challenges to the governor's stay-at-home orders, how a business owner is struggling while closed, and Illinois connections in the new FX show Mrs. America.
On the eve of her second solo album release, Chicago singer songwriter Vivian McConnell, otherwise known as V.V. Lightbody, joins us to talk about growing up in a musical family, the origins of “nap rock” and making a name for herself. Plus a performance, just for us.
After having to cancel their California wedding, Rob Roberge and Gina Frangello were still able to get married in front of friends and family — by taking their wedding to Zoom.
The COVID-19 pandemic is putting a strain on many marriages and other domestic partnerships. But our guest, Eli Finkel, says while the average marriage will suffer, some relationships will benefit. He offers practical advice for making the best of a relationship in a crisis.
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