In public-private partnership, the sites share work, training and volunteer opportunities
TRENDING STORIES
Wildfires, hurricanes, tornadoes and floods fueled by manmade climate change are changing the housing industry. That's because people seeking to rebuild in disaster-prone regions are turning away from stick-builds and embracing prefabricated homes that can withstand fire and extreme weather.
COMMUNITY VOICES - WEEKDAYS AT NOON & 10 PM, SATURDAYS CV-X AT 5 PM
Springfield’s The Lovelorn joins Nordista Freeze’s 50 shows in 50 states world record run May 17 in Chicago. Be part of music history in the making.
-
The former OpenAI business partners are embroiled in a high-stakes dispute over the future of one of the world's top AI companies.
-
The technique allows police to tap into giant tech-firm databases to find out who was near the scene of a crime and may have been involved.
-
The suspected gunman will face charges, including assault on a federal officer using a dangerous weapon.
-
Palestinian officials say local elections in Gaza and the West Bank mark a step toward a long-delayed presidential election. The Palestinian Authority hasn't held a presidential election in 21 years.
-
The hard-nosed linebacker, who won three Super Bowls and later coached Arkansas-Pine Bluff, has died. UAPB and the Commanders announced his death Sunday. No cause of death was disclosed.
-
A Texas judge ordered Hayam El Gamal and her five children released Thursday. Two days later, their lawyers say, ICE re-arrested and tried to deport them.
-
One of two large wildfires in southeastern Georgia continues to grow and now exceeds 31 square miles.
-
Top government officials were rushed out of the Washington Hilton after gunshots were heard at the dinner. NPR journalists describe hiding under tables and scrambling for information as the night unfolded.
-
The 31-year-old teacher and engineer from California sent an alleged message to family members saying that he wanted to target administration officials.
-
A suspect has been arrested after firing shots at a security screening area at the Washington Hilton on Saturday night.
SOCIAL ACTION - THANKS FOR SHARING!
While Illinois’ capital still grapples with post-pandemic challenges in the city center, officials anticipate record tourism numbers for 2026
THE X FROM NPR ILLINOIS (91.9 HD3 and streaming)
Linguist and New York Times columnist John McWhorter joins pianist Lara Downs to explore the history of American music as a joyful noise, even in the toughest times.
MORE OF THE LATEST...
Audio - Photos - Timelines
Start the day by adding NPR Illinois First Listen to your routine and hear the latest from the state capital.
21st century conversation
for the 21st state.
Weekdays 11 AM , Encore 11 PM
for the 21st state.
Weekdays 11 AM , Encore 11 PM
Conversations with neighbors, artists, and area business people along with events you might have missed.
Weekdays Noon and 10 PM
CV-X Saturdays 5 PM
Weekdays Noon and 10 PM
CV-X Saturdays 5 PM
Reporting from in and around Illinois.
Saturdays 9 AM, Sundays 3 PM
Saturdays 9 AM, Sundays 3 PM
Analysis & commentary on the events that made news this past week in Illinois state government & politics.
Fridays 12:30 PM, 7:30 PM
Saturdays 6:30 AM
Fridays 12:30 PM, 7:30 PM
Saturdays 6:30 AM
The citizen and student Journalism Corps or 'J-Corps' is a vision and project to identify and train people in communites throughout central Illinois to cover or increase coverage of under covered areas.
Locals talk entertainment for people who like pop culture.