Since the earthquake in Turkey and Syria and its aftershocks, groups and organizations from around the world are springing to action to help in any way they can, including groups in Illinois. The 21st was joined by a member of a charity organization based in northern Illinois and a journalist who's been following the story. 

Caregivers' well-being is often overlooked as they provide support to disaster victims. But collaborative support efforts can make a difference, according to new research from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

The US Small Business Administration has approved Illinois’ request to help victims of severe storms and flooding in Iroquois and Christian counties.