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President Trump criticizes Illinois' governor and Chicago's mayor over safety | First Listen

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Michelle Eccles

Published May 28, 2026 at 6:23 AM CDT

The President says the city of Chicago should ask for his help in controlling the streets
Retiring Illinois U.S. Senator Dick Durbin says one thing he hopes he did in his career in politics is make young people healthier
Illinois lawmakers are considering a temporary reduction in the state's motor fuel tax
An effort to monitor prescription drug prices in Illinois is moving through the state legislature
Illinois lawmakers are considering new regulations aimed at reducing risks posed by advanced AI systems

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Michelle Eccles

Michelle Eccles anchors NPR Illinois' Morning Edition. Michelle has more than 30 years of experience in broadcasting which all began at her high school radio station, Homewood-Flossmoor High School in Flossmoor, Illinois. She attended Southern Illinois University Carbondale for her Bachelor of Arts in Communication with a focus in Radio Television and went on to become an award winning anchor and reporter for stations in Decatur and Springfield.

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