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Violinist Joe Kath will perform at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on March 4, 2022. He spoke with Community Voices about the upcoming concert and how he discovered his love of playing the violin. He also shared his experience as a member of the Celtic band the Emerald Underground.

Illinois' indoor mask mandate will end on Monday, February 28, in most locations. But a court battle continues over the governor's authority to issue such orders. The attorney leading the charge against masking has announced he will run for Illinois Attorney General as a Republican. And, the debate over masks results in drama on the Illinois House floor.

Tiara Standage is the owner of Everything Intricate. She spoke to Community Voices about her business providing party décor for events. She is also committed to helping her community and hosts shows at her storefront location for artists to perform and share their talents.

The first U.S. town founded by a Black person was in Illinois. Free Frank McWorter was formerly enslaved. He settled New Philadelphia in Pike County in the 1830s and both whites and Blacks lived there. It is now being considered for National Park status. McWorter's great-great grandson and his wife have written a book about the community and we hear from them.And we learn about how contracts for deed are used to help some individuals obtain home ownership. But things don't always work out. Those stories and more on this week's Statewide.

Both parties are pointing fingers on the issue of crime as election year messaging ramps up. Republicans have continued to criticize criminal justice legislation Democrats approved last year. Meanwhile, the Democratic Governors Association issued an attack ad against GOP gubernatorial candidate Richard Irvin, targeting some of the clients he represented as a defense attorney. And statehouse Democrats have also unveiled a new anti-crime package in the final days of the spring legislative session.

We are excited to interview Muppet legend, Dave Goelz. Dave has been responsible for creating and portraying Gonzo on The Muppets, as well as numerous other characters including Floyd and Professor Bunsen Honeydew. We talk to Dave about his career. We also focus on his direct work with Jim Henson. Lots of Muppet Christmas Carol talk is waiting for you as well!FEATURING: Brett Rutherford, Craig McFarland and Vanessa Ferguson

Tony Libri is refurbishing the property that previously housed Benedictine University and Ursuline Academy. He spoke to Community Voices about the lessons he’s learned in refurbishing properties and his volunteer activities with the Matthew Project, a program which was started by his wife and helps children experiencing homelessness.

Hello all you Lasso fans! We are delighted to bring you this interview with Lasso composer Tom Howe. Tom is a prolific composer having over 90 credits to his name on IMDB. We get a chance to speak to him about his favorite moments in Ted Lasso, as well as how he came to write music for the show. We also dive into his work on The Great British Baking Show and so much more!

Our panel tries to bring clarity over the legal fight regarding masks in Illinois schools.