University of Illinois Flash Index Shows Economy Remains Stable
The Illinois Flash Index remains steady this month at 105.2. Any number over 100 indicates economic growth for the state, while any number under 100 shows economic contraction.
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A Midterm Election Podcast Special
Election Day is November 6. Give us 15 minutes (or so) and you'll hear snippets of all the interviews that The 21st has done with the candidates for statewide office: Governor, Attorney General, Treasurer and Comptroller.
Governor Bruce Rauner’s Bid For A Second Term
Governor Bruce Rauner is a Republican running for his second term in office. He recently spoke with Niala Boodhoo, host of The 21st, about his candidacy.
Non-Profit Sues IDOC Over Censorship Of LGBTQ Publications
Earlier this month, the Uptown People’s Law Center and the Roderick and Solange MacArthur Justice Center filed a lawsuit on behalf of the Chicago chapter against the Illinois Department of Corrections director and the wardens of 11 state prisons, among other corrections staff.
Picketing Champaign Teachers Say Pay Is Only A Piece Of The Puzzle
Earlier in the week, the Champaign Federation of Teachers and Unit 4 released their respective proposals for what they’d like to see in the new teacher contract. The last one expired in June of this year. Some of the major sticking points highlighted by both sides were over pay, class size and professional development.