‘Live’ From Studio F - Tara Terra
Welcome to the pilot episode of a new podcast that we're calling, at least for now, "Live from Studio F." Our first guests are the Champaign-Urbana alt-rockers Tara Terra!
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ISU Music Professor Re-imagines Morning Edition Theme
Two months ago, NPR's Morning Edition challenged listeners to reinvent its theme music. Submissions since have spanned genres, including ambient, dubstep, reggae, waltz, jazz, and blues. Illinois State University School of Music Professor Mark Grizzard recently took up the challenge.
Illinois Issues: The Impasse And The Damage Done
Democratic leaders in the legislature and Gov. Bruce Rauner appear to be close to a deal to approve some funding for social service providers, higher education, capital construction and state operations. The proposal would also fund K-12 schools for all of next fiscal year. But the plan can’t erase the destruction caused by the state going for a year without a budget.
Budget Impasse Taking A Toll On Area Social Service Agencies
One of the biggest casualties of the year-long budget impasse in Illinois has been social service agencies that receive funding from the state. Sue Grey is the president and CEO of the United Way of Champaign County. Illinois Public Media’s Brian Moline spoke with Grey about the effects of the budget impasse on social service agencies in the area.
Apparent Deal Means Budget Vote Teed Up For Today
Illinois lawmakers are on the verge of passing a state budget, though only a partial one, on Thursday, June 30th, the final day of the 2016 fiscal year.