Illinois deals with fallout from Supreme Court Affirmative Action ruling
How will the admissions process for higher education in Illinois be affected by the Supreme Court's ruling on affimative action at universities?
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Drought in Illinois can lead to higher food prices
Illinois has experienced the second driest drought since 1951, which raises serious concerns for Illinois farmers.
After the Storm: Illinois Recovers from Devastating Derechos
On June 29, many areas in Illinois experienced a derecho, that left communities still recovering from the damages a week later.
Best of: Scientists research dormant volcano in southern Illinois
At ground level, Hicks Dome looks like one of the many other bluffs in southern Illinois, but under the surface, it's a dormant volcano with unusual minerals and elements. The 21st was joined by a geologist that's been studying the dome.
Best of: Why Trump’s loyal base is here to stay
Today is the next conversation in our series on Building a Better Democracy. John Hibbing is a renowned political scientist who works at the intersection of psychology and politics. His latest book explores what motivates former President Donald Trump’s base and why those forces are likely to outlast Trump himself.
This conversation originally aired Sept. 21, 2022.
Guest:
John Hibbing
Author, Stealth Democracy: Americans' Beliefs About How Government Should Work
Prepared for web by Owen Henderson
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