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217 Today: Former staff attorney releases ‘The Velvet Hammer,’ a song reflecting on Michael Madigan’s legacy
In today’s deep dive, a new song explores former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan’s grip on power as he awaits sentencing.
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: How will this spring’s General Assembly session affect education in Illinois?
In today’s deep dive, the Illinois General Assembly's spring session has come to an end. State lawmakers passed dozens of education bills, but they also left hundreds more on the table when they wrapped up this past weekend.
217 today: What’s Happening in Champaign – Urbana Jun. 05 – Jun. 08
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about what is coming to the Central Illinois area in the world of arts, culture and entertainment.
217 Today: South Asian grocery store offers comfort, feeling of home to various immigrant communities
In today’s deep dive, we'll bring you the story behind a South Asian grocery store in Champaign and why the owner offers a free cup of tea to his customers at no cost.
217 Today: Farmers are taking on more debt. Some worry more financial stress could be ahead
In today’s deep dive, a look at why farmers are taking on more debt and why some ag economists believe it could be a sign of better things to come.
217 Today: How Illinois researchers are turning prairie grass into sustainable fuel
In today’s deep dive, researchers at the University of Illinois are investigating how to turn prairie grass into sustainable aviation fuel.
217 Today: Former U of I professor discusses Chinese and American history, how it connects with his own story
In today's deep dive, we bring you a conversation with a former professor at the U of I about his experiences in North America as what he calls "an accidental immigrant" from China.
217 Today: What’s Happening in Champaign – Urbana May 29 – June 1
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about what is coming to the Central Illinois area in the world of arts, culture and entertainment.
217 Today: U of I professor discusses mission to include Asian-American history in Illinois schools
In today’s deepdive, a profile of the Korean American professor who helped create the Asian American history curriculum taught in Illinois public schools.
217 Today: Japan House keeps traditional Japanese arts alive on U of I campus
In today’s deep dive, we take you to a place in Central Illinois featuring peace and exposure to the Japanese culture for nearly 50 years.
