Sound Vision Staff Writer

This is a plan and budget outline for Radio Islam, America's only daily Muslim talk radio program, which broadcasts online, as well as on WCEV 1450 in Chicago. It is a project of the Sound Vision Foundation. 

If My slaves ask you about Me, I am near. I answer the call of the caller when he calls on Me. They should therefore respond to Me and believe in Me so that hopefully they will be rightly guided. (Quran 2:186).

We have all, at some level, as individuals, been touched by the tragedy of 9/11. It has shocked, surprised, hurt and devastated us. Some may have even wanted to turn to despair. But dua for humanity, is a way out of these negative feelings. 

It is a time of sadness, but also one of hope. Prayer is a wonderful way to heal hearts and look towards the future. In Arabic, the term Dua refers to supplication to God. Dua is a beautiful method of connecting with the Creator.

Shura, or mutual consultation, is part of Islamic way of life. But Shura doesn’t just happen. It requires time, commitment, and skill. One of these skills is good listening. Here are tips for better listening.

It is up to the Muslim community in Illinois at this point to urge their scholars and Imams to reach a consensus on the definition of Halal so that Muslim consumers can confidently consume food labeled Halal, without confusion, miscommunication or deception.

A Muslim's poem about her frustration with Muslim family members who speak against her wearing Hijab by choice.