Illinois News Roundup - December 8, 2023
Our weekly state roundup includes a drive to unionize electric vehicle workers at Rivian and a new rural education advisory council.
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Best of: Novel explores Illinois history through ‘House of Lincoln’
We revisit our conversation with Nancy Horan, author of the new historical novel "The House of Lincoln." It explores 70 years of history through the eyes of a Portuguese immigrant in Springfield, Illinois — from before the Civil War into the early 20th century.
War in the Holy Land: perspective from Israelis in Illinois
Two Israelis who are Champaign-Urbana residents talk about two months of war in the Middle East.
War in the Holy Land: perspective from a Palestinian-American in Illinois
A Champaign resident and activist for the rights of Palestinians talks about two months of war in the Middle East.
Urbana City Council delays decision to hire more police officers, facing resident pushback
Urbana Police Chief Larry Boone asked the Urbana City Council Monday night to amend the budget to hire four additional police officers.