Is Racism America’s Original Sin?
Sojourners founder and evangelical preacher Jim Wallis talks about his new book, America's Original Sin: Racism, White Privilege and the Bridge to a New America
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Illinois State Museum Reaches Deal To Reopen
The Illinois State Museum has a deal to re-open, just days after Governor Bruce Rauner suggested that it start charging admission and look for private support. The Department of Natural Resources says lawmakers must grant the authority to charge entry fees so the museum can reopen within weeks instead of months.
Illinois Falls To #5 Iowa, 77-65
Peter Jok scored 23 points, and Jarrod Uthoff added 18 points and 12 rebounds to lead No. 5 Iowa past Illinois 77-65 on Sunday. Jalen Coleman-Lands led Illinois with 17 points, going 5 of 11 from 3-point range.
Illinois Social Service Agencies Scrape By, Wait For Answers
Some Illinois social service groups say within a few months, they'll be forced to either close their doors or borrow money if the governor and legislators can't agree on a budget. Directors of agencies like the Vermilion County Rape Crisis Center and Circle of Friends Adult Day Care say they're worried for both their employees and they people they serve.
Rauner Says Illinois State Museum Can Re-open If Doesn’t Use State Money
Gov. Bruce Rauner used his amendatory veto power to block a bill to reopen the Illinois State Museum, stating that he would support reopening the museum with private funding only.