New book explores the psychology of catching and avoiding scams
Daniel Simons, co-author of "Nobody's Fool," explains what makes us vulnerable to scams and how we can avoid them.
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Northwestern’s scandal is the latest in a history of hazing abuse
As Northwestern deals with allegations of sexual abuse linked to hazing, we talked with survivors of this practice and why its so prevalent.
Will crime rise without cash bail in Illinois?
After a state Supreme Court ruling, Illinois will became the first state to eliminate cash bail in September. What will/will not change?
Best of: Folk school comes to Allerton Park
Illinois is set to see classes start at its first folk school this fall at Allerton Park & Retreat Center. We were joined by the center's senior program coordinator to talk about the goals of the school, what programs the school will offer, and more.
This conversation originally aired on March 20, 2023
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Olivia Bunting
Senior Program Coordinator, Allerton Park & Retreat Center
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Illinois churches work together to erase medical debt
Churches in Bloomington-Normal are joining a national crowdfunding campaign to help people erase medical debt.