Illinois Issues: Is Illinois Ready For A Retail Shift?
As big box stores continue to close, some worry Illinois isn't ready for the changing economy.
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What Happens On The Edges Of Cities When Farmland Gives Way To Development
Big cities in the Midwest are gaining ground on the rural communities that, for many decades, have thrived on the edges of urban development.
Security Experts Suggest Blockchain Technology To Protect Illinois Elections, Data
After Illinois was targeted by Russian hackers prior to the 2016 elections and voter information leaked, securing future data has become a priority. The state may now look to emerging technology for one possible solution.
Report: Number Of High School Sports Referees In Illinois Continues To Drop
A recent report shows the number of referees for high school sports in Illinois continues to sink, dropping by 11 percent from the 2012-13 to the 2016-17 seasons.
How Racism Affects The Health Of Black Youth; Wakanda, Africa or Wauconda…Illinois
On The 21st: We talk to Dr. Enrique Neblett about how racism affects the mental and physical health of black youth. Plus, the movie Black Panther has blown up and people around the country are shouting, Wakanda forever! Here in Illinois we have our very own version of Wakanda - Wauconda, Illinois where there have been some funny incidents related to the film.