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A new book details correspondence — letters long assumed to have been lost or destroyed -– that shed light on the nature of her illness as well as the nature of her relationships with the few friends and family she had left by that time.

The city still has problems with violence. But it is on track to have its lowest number of murders in a decade. Many are crediting street outreach.

At a time when fewer people say they are practicing Catholics, church leaders are hoping an American pope may turn that around.

The two-term governor has to decide soon if he will seek re-election. He's also rumored to be considering a presidential bid in 2028.

They've been in the state for more than 50 years, but they are showing up more often.

We talk with pediatrician Dr. Allison Croucher of Duly Health and Care on this episode of Statewide.

The cost of child care can sometimes top rent and mortgage payments.

We talk with the author of Loving Lincoln, who also treats the subject as a memoir of her time working in a male-dominated field.

Illinois Republican Party Chair Kathy Salvi joins us.

The Trump Administration has revoked the legal status of many international students. Colleges and universities are unsure what to do about it.

It has left those who owe in a tough spot as they seek to get questions answered.

Research supporting alcohol as a carcinogen is something that's not well known by the public. We have a report.

Research supporting alcohol as a carcinogen is something that's not well known by the public. We have a report.

Sheila Lockwood of McHenry lost her son Austin in a 2018 car crash. The person at the wheel was drunk.

The increase comes amid more skepticism of science and government, fueled by the evangelical far right.

The deadliest tornado in U.S. history killed nearly 700 people across parts of southeast Missouri, southern Illinois and southern Indiana.

An Illinois law puts domestic violence survivors in prison if they assist in crimes with their abusers. Even when the action was done under threat of physical harm.

President Donald Trump has put colleges and universities in a bind as they seek to maintain inclusiveness on campuses at the risk of federal moeny.

The demand for electric vehicles has been growing. But the Trump Administration is slowing down money for charging stations, which is key to bringing more widespread adoption.

Homeless residents in Midwest cities are increasingly hard to track — and to help.

Romantic love gets all the buzz in February, but platonic love has the power to shape our lives in profound ways that are often overlooked.

High profile raids in the past week have left some people too afraid to leave their homes.

The Safe-T-Act gave smaller departments extra time to comply. But the requirement kicked in for all law enforcement this month.

Considered a public health success, some are starting to question the safety of fluoride in public water supplies.

More than two newspapers shut their doors every week in the U.S.

The focus is greater on sanctuary cities as the incoming Trump Administration has threatened mass deportations.

You've likely heard about how expensive college has gotten. Maybe you're putting a huge chunk of your paycheck towards student loan payments. Or you're wondering how you'll afford to send your kids to college. What you may not know is the problem is especially bad here in Illinois. But now, a group of politicians and advocates in the state have a pretty revolutionary plan to change that.

Political scandals can damage more than just the reputation of those involved. They can also lead to less trust in government. A new podcast called Scandalized looks at these events through the years. The first episode featured former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich. We speak with the political experts behind the program.

Illinois lacked the needed population at the time. But that didn't stop those committed to becoming part of the union.

A woman discusses the story of how family escaped the Dachau concentration camp.

More than 85% of farm families rely on off-farm income. They often need the jobs to cover costs as smaller farms struggle to produce enough money.

We visit a couple of schools that have enacted such policies to see if they are working.

Amid a growing climate of abuse aimed at sports officials, the Illinois High School Association has found it more difficult to attract and keep them. Some schools have had problems getting enough referees for contests.

On this episode, we discuss how to take care of yourself while dealing with sociopolitical stress.

Several reports of a mysterious creature in Chicago led some to seek answers. So far, there are none.

Heather Simpson said the debate has pitted neighbors and relatives against one another.

The former Illinois House Speaker was once a powerful force in politics and government. Now, his legacy is at stake.

Research shows that college students are going hungry at a higher rate than the U.S. population as a whole.

Sexually inappropriate calls, texts and chats are infrequent, but not uncommon on the 988 line, as are other types of abuse, including pranks, insults and personal attacks on the crisis counselors.

Illinois became the first state to eliminate cash bail a year ago this week. On this episode, we look at how the change has worked so far.

Stateville has led the way in prison education, primarily due to its proximity to Chicago's colleges and universities. On this episode, we talk with some instructors about what the programs bring to inmates and society, along with concerns about their future.

“Horrific is my reaction,” U.S. District Judge Virginia Kendall, the newly seated chief judge of the Northern District of Illinois, said when told about the information still online.

Before Oprah, there was another talk show host in Chicago. Phil Donahue changed television. He recently died at the age of 88.

Car accidents are the leading cause of death for children in the U.S. Driving under the influence is a big reason