News Around Illinois - January 7, 2020
More college students can receive financial aid in Illinois; Dozens of children die despite DCFS contact; Rare sheet music collector dies; and you don't have to worry about unpaid red-light tickets.
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‘Preach’ Podcast: Exploring The Messiness Of Faith
More than half of all Americans say religion is a very important part of their lives.
New Year, New Illinois Laws
When the clock struck Midnight on the new year, more than 250 new laws took effect here in Illinois.
The 21st—Monday, January 6, 2020
Today on the 21st: A new year means new laws, and this year more than 250 took effect here in Illinois. We'll talk about some of the most notable, and some that may have slipped under your radar. Plus, along with politics and money, religion is one of those taboo topics we’re told to avoid. But a new public radio podcast explores the messiness of faith with people from all walks of life. We spoke to host Lee Hale about his show, “Preach.”
Illini Defense Smothers Purdue 63-37
Purdue converted just 15-60 shots from the field. That 25-percent shooting is worst in the Boilermakers' recorded history.