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The NFL's Chicago Bears have called Soldier Field home since 1971. But the team is apparently eyeing a suburban site. Can Chicago keep the Bears in the city? And what would the club gain by moving?That story and more on this week's Statewide.

Dan Frachey is the owner of Legacy Weavers Video. During the pandemic Frachey was forced to pivot his career and opened a business to help others tell their stories through video. He spoke with Community Voices about his new career and the services his company offers.Originally aired September 22, 2021.

Sangamon County State's Attorney Dan Wright discusses a career path in Public Interest Law

The Illinois Senate this week approved the state's new energy package and the governor quickly signed it into law. It saves a pair of nuclear plants, and the jobs and tax base they provide, along with placing Illinois on a path to a renewable energy future. It also shined light on how the leaders of the state can work through complicated issues to reach a deal. Our panel also discusses the current situation with COVID-19, as a vaccine mandate is set to take effect.

Fun DMC is a local band known for mashing crowd-favorite songs together. Band members Robert Reynolds and Katey Kamerad spoke with Community Voices about how the band got its start. They also explained how they choose songs to mash together and some of their fun antics to hype up crowds.

Hear Christine Brewer, Grammy-winning, area soprano at free concert in Springfield October 1, 2021

The NFL's Chicago Bears announced this week an agreement to purchase the former Arlington International Racecourse in the northwest suburbs. The decision could potentially lead the team to move away from Soldier Field. Gov. J.B. Pritzker downplayed any rumblings of state financial incentives to keep the Bears in Chicago or help build a new multi-billion dollar facility.

Mary Young will portray Queen Elizabeth II in Spencer Theatre Company's production of "The Audience," playing at the Hoogland Center for the Arts. Young spoke with Community Voices about the show and the many quick costume changes she will have throughout the play. Young also shared what she's learned about the Queen through her research.

Funny or Die producer and author Ben Sheehan visits "Convince Me" to talk about his new book "What Does the Constitution Say?: A Kid's Guide to How Our Democracy Works." Host Larry Smith is joined by Vanessa Ferguson. Together they talk about the constitution, activism, cable TV and baseball.

COVID-19 vaccine mandates have been implemented as a way to increase the number of people getting the shots. However, both the federal and state orders allow those with religious objections to skip the vaccinations. Governments have protected that choice for years. But during a pandemic, there are concerns some are exploiting a loophole. We examine the history of religious exemptions and efforts to tighten the rules. We also hear how the return to the classroom hasn't been easy for some young learners. Those stories and more on this week's Statewide.