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217 Today: There’s a new Piano Man in town
In today's deep dive, we'll listen to a conversation with Andrew Simek about his take on the new position and the role music has played in his life.
The 217 Today Podcast
Keep up with news in Central Illinois every weekday with 217 Today. Hear the day's headlines, along with one deeper dive, in just ten minutes. Learn about the people and places that make Central Illinois unique with 217 Today.
217 Today: The state of Illinois may soon get a new flag
In today's deep dive, we'll listen to a conversation with commissioner Will Stephens to learn more about what went into the process of selecting a new Illinois state flag.
217 Today: Experience CU kicks off the year promoting non-alcoholic beverages with the Mocktail Trail
In today's deep dive, we'll listen to a conversation with the Experience CU Vice President of Destination Branding and Development about the CU Mocktail Trail.
217 Today: Why is it hard to diagnose mental health conditions?
In today's deep dive, we'll learn why it can be difficult to diagnose mental health conditions.
217 Today: IVF patients in Illinois worry, feel uncertain about access and treatments as Trump returns to office
In today's deep dive, we'll learn why some IVF patients in Illinois feel uncertain about access and treatments as Trump returns to office.
217 Today: Local Muslims and Arabs have anxiety and aspirations for a second Trump term
In today's deep dive, we will look at how local Arabs and Muslims are viewing a second Trump administration and the conflict in the Middle East.
217 Today: How Donald Trump’s tariffs have — and could — affect Illinois agriculture
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about how Donald Trump’s tariffs have—and could—affect Illinois agriculture.
217 Today: Lack of access anticipated ahead of second Trump term
In today's deep dive, we'll learn how some people feel about Trump's next four years in office.
217 Today: Recent Alzheimer’s advancements leave Black and Latino patients behind
In today's deep dive, we'll learn how Latino and Black people are significantly more likely to get diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at stages when treatments are less effective.
217 Today: The University of Illinois will build a smaller, safer & smarter nuclear reactor. Here’s what’s next
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about the U of I’s Microreactor Demonstration Project.