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IPM News Voter Guide: Who is on the ballot for Illinois’ March 17 primary?

 Illinois Public Media has been covering local primary races to give voters accurate information and context before heading to the polls. Here is what you need to know.
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The linup for Uncorked concerts in February 2026, celebrating the second anniversary of Illinois Soul FM 101.1: Chris Greene, Therapy, Zo! and Tall Black Guy
Clef Notes

Jupiter String Quartet Welcomes New Violinist, Mélanie Clapiès
We sat down with Dr. Mélanie Clapiès, the Jupiter String Quartet’s new violinist, ahead of her first concert at the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts on March 12.…
Afternoon at the Opera

Afternoon at the Opera: Idomeneo
On this episode of Afternoon at the Opera, the 1986 rebroadcast of Mozart's Idomeneo. Saturday at Noon on Illinois Classical.
Evening Concert

The Evening Concert on Illinois Classical
ILLINOIS CLASSICAL: The Evening Concert: FEBRUARY 15 – 16 –17 – 18 – 19 – 20, 2026 
The 21st Show

Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Jonathan Dean discusses childhood trauma, solar energy, and raising minimum wage
Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate Jonathan Dean is a Chicago-based lawyer and a solar energy entrepreneur. He shares his story about a traumatic incident when he was a…
The 217 Today Podcast

217 Today:  What’s Happening in Central Illinois Feb. 19 – Feb. 22
A celebration of queer art, a meet and greet with local authors, an interactive world full of dinosaurs and, of course, live music.
The 21st Show
Governor JB Pritzker delivers his 2026 State of the State Address.

Governor Pritzker talks housing affordability, crackdown on junk fees, and education policies in 2026 Budget Address
Governor JB Pritzker addressed a variety of topics in his 2026 State of the State Address.  Two policy experts share their takeaways and analysis of the speech.The 21st…
Prairie Fire

Prairie Fire: Season 3 - Episode 4 - December 2025
We introduce you to Bloomington artist Herb Eaton, learn the important role the “Illinois Country” played in the American Revolution, and get a special holiday performance…
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2026 IPM News Forum with Champaign County Executive candidates
The two Democrats running for Champaign County Executive in the 2026 primary shared their views on data centers, federal immigration enforcement and much more.
State of Change

The state of the Illinois Prairie
State of Change 2025 looks at efforts to retain existing prairie in Illinois, as well as strategies to restore some areas to a more natural state.