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On The 21st: In Illinois, 1.58 percent of renters were evicted in 2016. But in Decatur, the rate is double that. What's behind this trend? Plus, we get our weekly Illinois politics update from Brian Mackey. But first, we give you an update on the case of three central Illinois men accused of bombing a Minnesota mosque last summer who are now facing new federal charges.
Researchers will gather in Champaign for the Sixth Annual LGBTQ Research Symposium—a two-day event filled with workshops and discussions related to studying LGBTQ issues.
More than 260 girls and young women came forward to tell their stories of sexual assault by former USA Olympic doctor Larry Nassar, who is currently serving multiple prison sentences for the abuse. The trial resulted in more than a prison sentence and settlement money for victims. It shined a light on the mishandling of sexual assault reports by young athletes. And last week, Illinois took center stage in this national issue.
For years, Missouri's Bootheel region has only had one full time OB/GYN, despite having the worst birth outcomes in the state and one of the highest infant mortality rates in the country. Now, the hospital where that doctor practices is closing.
The Champaign County Drug Court is designed to help people with decades of substance abuse issues. This week, 14 people will celebrate a year of sobriety as they graduate from the voluntary program that’s been running for almost 20 years.
