Sean Crawford
Sean has led the NPR Illinois news operations since the fall of 2009. He replaced the only other person to do so in the station's history, Rich Bradley. Prior to taking over the News Department, Sean worked as Statehouse Bureau Chief for NPR Illinois and other Illinois Public Radio stations. He spent more than a dozen years on the capitol beat.
Sean began his broadcasting career at his hometown station in Herrin, Illinois while still in high school. It was there he learned to cover local government, courts and anything else that made the news. He spent time in the Joliet area as News Director and Operations Manager for a radio station and worked for a chain of weekly newspapers for two years. Along with news coverage, he reported heavily on sports and did on-air play by play.
Sean holds a Master's Degree in Public Affairs Reporting from the University of Illinois Springfield.
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In a week that marked the one year anniversary of the pandemic, Gov. J.B. Pritzker said he's cautiously optimistic as more vaccines arrive. His... -
After a year of being extra careful to avoid the virus, individuals with other health problems are getting vaccinated. But for some, it's not a free... -
On this episode, we discuss Congresswoman Robin Kelly, who becomes the new Illinois Democratic Party Chair, replacing Michael Madigan. Gov. J.B.... -
The vaccine rollout has been a difficult and confusing experience for many elderly residents. But a 13-year old from Evanston has found a way to help... -
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan's legislative district seat saw not just one, but two replacements within a week. And Governor J.B.... -
On this episode, when it comes to getting the COVID-19 vaccine, Black residents are less likely to get the shots than whites. We'll look at some of the... -
Governor J.B. Pritzker delivered a combined State of the State and State Budget address this week with proposals to fill the deficit left by the... -
In certain areas, like St. Louis, the COVID-19 vaccine is in such short supply and demand is so high that people have looked to other locations to get... -
Originally aired January 28, 2021. The following is a commentary from Dr. Robert Smith, Dean of the College of Public Affairs and Administration at the... -
While Illinois expands eligibility to receive the new coronavirus vaccine, there are still questions about the speed of distribution so far. Also this...
