Comedian Lewis Black talks about his career, the way he mixes anger and comedy, and more ahead of a visit to Champaign.

Peter Sagal, the host of NPR's Wait Wait ... Don't Tell Me joins us to talk about doing a comedy show without his usual Chicago audience, the importance of humor during a crisis, and whether he was wearing pants during our interview.

The 21st: Thousands of Puerto Rico residents have fled to the mainland United States after Hurricane Maria, including to the Chicago area. Plus, comedian Julia Sweeney talks to us about her new stand-up show, and reflects on the SNL character that made her famous. And, we hear from reporter Rachel Otwell who has been talking to a wide range of people about President Trump's first year in office.

On The 21st: What are the facts and fictions when it comes to eating healthy? Plus, we learn about rural homelessness in Illinois and talk to women in comedy about sexual harassment within the industry. 

On the next 21st: Illinois colleges discuss how they're working to help international students adjust to life in a new place. Plus, we'll talk about a program that allows high school juniors and seniors to earn credits toward their associate's degrees and meet a performer making a career in political comedy.