Observing Ramadan In a Pandemic
People of the Islamic faith mark Eid this weekend — the end of the holy month of Ramadan. But traditional celebrations will look different this year because of COVID-19.
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Illinois Muslims Relieved That Eid Celebrations Not Falling On 9/11 This Year
Muslims across the country on Monday celebrate the holiday of Eid Al-Adha. The day marks the end of the annual pilgrimage to Mecca, the holiest site in Islam. The date came as a relief to many American Muslims. This year, Eid almost fell on Sept. 11th, a date that weighs heavily on many Muslims.
Treasurer Mike Frerichs; Islamic Charitable Giving; Peoria’s Chief Innovation Officer
On The 21st: We talked with Illinois Treasurer Mike Frerichs about the state budget situation and the role of the treasurer in state government. We also discussed Zakat-al-Mal, an obligatory charity paid by those in the Muslim community. Plus, we looked into how Peoria is tackling issues of mitigating the effects of stormwater runoff with Anthony Corso, the city's first Chief Innovation Officer.
Breaking The Ramadan Fast At The Central Illinois Mosque And Islamic Center
As Muslims in Illinois celebrate Eid Al-Fitr, a celebration that marks the end of Ramadan on Wednesday, we hear from members of the Central Illinois Mosque and Islamic Center in Urbana about how each day at sunset they broke their fast together during this past holy month.