Rockford, IL – The job market still looks bleak. But, that hasn't stopped experts from predicting where jobs will be added in the coming years. WNIJ's, Mike Moen, looks at where employment might be found in Northern Illinois:
DeKalb, IL – Illinois Congressman Mark Kirk is a moderate running for the Republican Senate nomination. Kirk faces five others next month, including a "Tea Party" candidate. Will Kirk's centrist record attract GOP primary voters? WNIJ's Dan Klefstad poses this question to NIU political scientist Matt Streb.
DeKalb,IL – The Chicago Tribune and Sun-Times have endorsed David Hoffman in the Senate Democratic primary. But state Treasurer Alexei Giannoulias has more money and better name recognition. What difference can newspaper endorsements make in this election? WNIJ's Dan Klefstad discusses this race with NIU political scientist Matt Streb.