Charles Dickens on the Mississippi River
Well, we know Charles Dickens didn't like the Illinois prairie, but what did he think of the Mississippi River?
Los Texano’z
To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, Los Texano'z joins us in the studio to perform Tejano music, a blend of Mexican and US influences with German and Czech rhythms.
Create your own backyard water garden!
Plus, learn how to preserve your fresh herbs for flavorful cooking all season long!
“Prairie Fire” returns to WILL-TV
The 21st was joined by a senior director and producer from WILL-TV to talk about the new Prairie Fire.
The Movement Revisited with Christian McBride
Jazz legend Christian McBride and his bandmates visited the University of Illinois campus last year to teach a series of masterclasses, leading up to a performance of his original composition “The Movement Revisited” at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
As part of a special preview edition of Prairie Fire, Christian McBride talks about his journey, from growing up in Philadelphia in a musical family, to his early days learning on the job in New York City, to dedicating his time to spreading his love and knowledge of music through teaching.