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217 Today: Local athlete heads to Paris for his fourth Paralympic games
In today's deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with Paralympian Brian Siemann about the upcoming games and his journey to becoming an athlete.
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: Pork producers face longer drives and higher costs after tough years lead to packing plant closures
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn why several large pork packers have closed plants in the U.S. and Canada in recent years and what it means for producers.
217 Today: Iowa’s new abortion law could have ripple effects across the region
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about an abortion ban that took effect in Iowa yesterday and how it's likely to have ripple effects across the region.
217 Today: Deputy who killed Sonya Massey joined Sangamon County Sheriff after past employers questioned his integrity and conduct
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about how Sean Grayson continued to work at police departments in Central Illinois in a joint investigation between IPM News and the Invisible Institute.
217 Today: A dialogue on maternal healthcare in the Black community
In today's deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with a doctor from the Carle College of Medicine about maternal healthcare in the Black community.
217 Today: Deputy accused of killing Sonya Massey in Springfield was discharged from Army for serious misconduct
In today's deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with reporter Farrah Anderson about her recent investigation on now-former Sangamon County Sheriff’s Deputy, Sean Grayson.
217 Today: Some communities buy up and forgive millions in medical debt. Is it enough?
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about how some cities in the Midwest have started buying up medical debt to help their residents.
217 Today: Rural student “didn’t see any changes” after Illinois LGBTQ+ history law passed
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about how one high school in rural Illinois is teaching its students about sexuality.
217 Today: High schoolers in rural, western Illinois learn the history of why their town is white
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn how some parents in rural, majority-white areas of Illinois are seeing the value of diversity education.
217 Today: From regular doctor visits to injured protesters, here’s how Chicago’s hospitals are preparing for the DNC
In today's deep dive, we'll learn how hospitals near the United Center are preparing for when the Democratic National Convention comes to Chicago.