The 21st was live from the Old State Capitol, which was home to our state government during the Civil War and to Abraham Lincoln’s famous “A House Divided” speech. Plus, in today's state politics, the former legislative inspector general says that the process for holding lawmakers accountable is broken. We’ll talk about why. And in 1994 five living presidents gathered for Richard Nixon’s funeral. A Springfield production of the play “Five Presidents" imagines what that meeting was like.

On The 21st: How are Illinois legislators handling the state’s teacher shortage? Plus, the latest in Illinois politics, and U. of I. researchers answer your questions about urban birds.

On The 21st: Why did a Kansas-based fracking company cancel its Illinois plans? Plus, we talk to director Kelly Richmond Pope about her new film highlighting a famous embezzlement case, and we get the latest in state politics news.

On The 21st: How can you be news literate in the age of fake news? Plus, we take a look at a special visa designed to help victims of domestic abuse and have the latest in Illinois politics.

On The 21st: What you need to know about the Affordable Care Act and signing up for health insurance come Nov 1. Plus, the latest in state politics and tips for keeping your pumpkin looking fresh through October.