The 21st: People Leaving Illinois, And The American Dream
New census data shows more people are fleeing Illinois than any other state in the country. What does that mean for our future?
Also, is the American Dream alive and well today?
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High Court Rejects Blagojevich Appeal In Corruption Case
The U-S Supreme Court has rejected former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich's appeal of his corruption convictions that included his attempt to sell the vacant Senate seat once occupied by President Barack Obama.
David Gill Runs For Congress, This Time As An Independent
Gill, an emergency room physician from Bloomington, ran four times for the U-S House as a Democrat, but now plans to collect petition signatures to run as an independent in the 13th District.
Davis: Trade Embargo With Cuba Won’t Be Lifted Soon
GOP Congressman Rodney Davis of Taylorville says despite the positive news coming out of President Obama's recent visit to Cuba, there are some obstacles before Congress will consider lifting the U.S. trade embargo with the island country.
Illinois Lawmakers Give Pot Decriminalization Another Try
State lawmakers are advancing another attempt to decriminalize possessing small amounts of marijuana, removing the possibility of jail time. But they face strong opposition from law enforcement and anti-pot advocates.