Illinois Issues: Still Paying For Justice
Illinois’ judicial system is increasingly being funded by the men and women who find themselves in court. For both civil and criminal cases, fees and fines have been growing, especially in the last decade.
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Indiana Trump Rally Planned Amid Pence VP Consideration
Donald Trump's campaign is planning a rally in the Indianapolis area following a fundraiser in the city with Indiana Gov. Mike Pence Tuesday. Pence is considered a leading candidate to be Trump's running
mate, and he's listed as a host of Tuesday's private fundraiser.
Las Cafeteras Headlines ‘Outside’ Concert
The Los Angeles band headlines Friday night's "Outside at Research Park" concert, hosted by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Illinois Public Media's Brian Moline talked with four members of Las Cafeteras about their unique fusion of musical styles, and how the group came together in their East Los Angeles neighborhood.
Making Sense Of This Week’s Violence; New Zika Book
On the next 21st: We heard how Illinois residents are reacting to the shootings that have taken place this week. We also spoke with the author of a new book about the Zika virus.
Rauner Discusses Turnaround Agenda, Higher Education Funding With News-Gazette
Days after signing off on a stopgap budget measure, Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner says he wanted to provide more funding for higher education, but politics got in the way.