New book explores apples in Midwestern history and culture
A new book “Sweet, Tart and Golden: Apples in the Midwestern Imagination" takes a deep dive into the historic connection between apples, Americana, and Midwestern values.
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The latest on the Bears stadium, voting rights in Illinois and Madigan appeal
What's the latest update on the new Chicago Bears stadium? Also, lawmakers approved language for a potential amendment to the Illinois constitution around voting rights and former House Speaker Michael Madigan got a ruling in his appeal of his corruption conviction.
College student’s documentary on Quad Cities small business debuts on streaming platform
Many students go to college hoping to become filmmakers, but not many get firsthand experience with professional filmmaking that early in their career. Sawyer Carver is a college sophomore whose short documentary on a small business in the Quad Cities is now on Roku.
Night fishing, a shotgun, and a call to 911. What led to hate crime charges in Paris, Illinois?
A Danville alderman and his cousins went night fishing at a park in Paris, Illinois. White men approached them, used racial slurs, and opened fire. Three are now charged with hate crimes — two with attempted murder. How 911 responded to the incident is a matter of concern.
Why some people run toward the storm
Illinois has already seen significant tornado activity this year. Most people head for shelter when severe weather hits, but others run toward the storm. Our friends at Illinois Public Media's Weather Realness recently spoke with two people who chase storms and tornadoes professionally.
