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August 26, 2021 Statewide: Illinois Could Be Key To Control Of Congress
Democrats are preparing to put the finishing touches on new Illinois congressional district boundaries. While those decisions are made here in the state, the implications are far reaching. Experts believe Illinois is one of the few states where Democrats have the ability to increase their control and U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's hold on power.
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August 19, 2021 Statewide: With Students Returning, Teachers Feel The Uneasiness Of The New School Year
Students are heading back to classrooms. For many teachers, that brings mixed emotions. We'll hear how some educators are gearing up for the new school year.Health care professionals have had a difficult time with the pandemic. Now, with another COVID surge underway, we'll find out how they're holding up. And a small town plans to create a museum to honor the first Black man to cast a vote in Illinois. Those stories and more on this episode of Statewide.
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August 12, 2021 Statewide: Blues In The Family
The Great Migration brought not just people to Chicago, but also the blues. A reporter tracks down the role her family played in the city's blues scene. That story and more on Statewide.
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August 05, 2021 Statewide: Living With The Trauma Of Gun Violence
This week, the discussion about gun violence usually focuses on those who are killed. But for those who survive, it's difficult to get over what happened to them. We hear from one victim who says his life was forever changed when he was shot.We also hear from residents who trying to digest the latest data about the coronavirus and vaccines.Those stories and more on this episode of Statewide.
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July 29, 2021 Statewide: New Weather Warning Unveiled; From Vaccine Skeptic To Supporter
This week, we hear from a woman who questioned the need to vaccinated against COVID-19. Then, she got sick. What she says now. We'll also talk with some contact tracers about the difficulty in doing that job over the past year. And, the National Weather Service is launching a new weather alert category. Those stories and more on Statewide.
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July 22, 2021 Statewide: Targeting Gun Traffickers; Studying Bees Behind Bars
On this episode, gun violence in Chicago and many other cities has led to more efforts to go after gun traffickers. Officials say many of the weapons in Illinois come from other states, where laws are less strict.Also, a mother whose son was shot and wounded by police while having a mental health episode opens up about the incident.And it's not uncommon for prisoners to learn new skills while serving sentences. We'll tell you about some who are becoming beekeepers. Hear more reports and conversations from in and around Illinois on Statewide.
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July 15, 2021 Statewide: The Cost Of Health Care During COVID-19
On this episode, the pandemic has sent many people to the hospital. Some wound up in intensive care on a ventilator. Others have faced long recoveries. That's resulted in higher costs for health care. And everyone will end up paying more for it. We also speak with a doctor from western Illinois, where vaccination rates are below average. And we hear from farmers who have found making a profit off of hemp crops to be challenging.
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July 08, 2021 Statewide: A Pioneer For Workplace Safety; Can Ethanol Be Part Of A Clean Energy Future?
On this episode, we learn about a woman who helped save millions of lives. Alice Hamilton fought industry leaders, politicians and even some employees to improve workplace safety. We also hear how some restaurants are having trouble getting enough employees. What does that mean for those who are back on the job? And the ethanol industry is pushing for changes to make it more viable as the country heads toward a future with cleaner energy. But researchers have doubts. Those stories and more on this week's Statewide.
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July 01, 2021 Statewide: Unemployment Fraud In Illinois; The Cottage Food Industry Seeks A Boost
On this episode, we learn more about an investigation into rampant unemployment fraud during the pandemic. Could Illinois have been more prepared? A proposal awaiting the governor's signature is being hailed by home bakers and other cottage food entrepreneurs. It would give them more options to sell their goods. And how did a piano wind up on a state park hiking trail? Those stories and more on Statewide.
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June 24, 2021 News Special: Redistricting In Illinois
It happens once a decade. Political boundaries are redrawn. The impact is huge. It will dictate who represents you in congress, the Illinois legislature and many other offices. It will also help determine what government decisions are made. Still, many voters are unclear about the process and its importance.
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Reporting from in and around Illinois and the Midwest. Each week, Statewide spotlights the work of reporters from throughout the region. From politics and policy to the arts and items of…

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