We interview Toya Wolfe, author of ‘Last Summer on State Street,’ as we learn how she shaped her first fictional story, set in the historic torn-down landmark, The Robert Taylor Homes.

Gretchen Bakke, the author of The Grid: The Fraying Wires Between Americans and Our Energy Future, joins the 21st show to discuss the current capabilities and flaws of America’s power grid.

How will the admissions process for higher education in Illinois be affected by the Supreme Court's ruling on affimative action at universities?

Our team of producers shared some of our favorite segments from this past year.

Brian Mackey joins Illinois Public Media as the new host/producer of The 21st—our statewide talk show’s focusing on Illinois people and topics.