Why you should understand futures trading
The prices of oil, corn, wheat, or what's known as Commodity futures trading can be overwhelming, but Scott Irwin’s new book explains them.
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Understanding the rise of violence in downstate Illinois
Peoria made national headlines after a mass shooting last month and communities like Carbondale and Champaign have experienced gun violence in recent years. What can be done?
“Prisoncast” connects incarcerated Illinoisans and their families
For the second year in a row, Illinois public radio stations are preparing to air 'Prisoncast.' It allows the incarcerated and their families to connect via music, moments, and information.
Best of: No Such Thing As Dream Job
The 21st spoke with writer Rainesford Stafford about her book "An Ordinary Age: Finding Your Way in a World That Expects Exceptional," a collection of stories from young people who have rejected the pressure to be perfect.
Best of: Chocolate’s complicated cultural history
An Illinois-based professor will be leading research into the cultural history of chocolate and how it turned into the global force it remains today.