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217 Today: Newspapers in rural areas are folding, leaving vast news deserts. But there are bright spots
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about how newspapers are experimenting with different strategies to keep local news alive.
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: Hospitalized seniors are at risk of a dangerous downward spiral. Some programs are trying to help
In today's deep dive, we'll learn more about some programs trying to help keep seniors in their homes longer after being hospitalized.
217 Today: UIUC’s Black Chorus pays tribute in annual Mom’s Day concert
In today's deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with Dr. Ollie Watts Davis about those being honored at The University of Illinois Black Chorus's annual Mom's Day concert.
217 Today: Student journalists at UIUC and Fourah Bay College team up to cover period poverty in Sierra Leone
In today's deep dive, we’ll more about a team of University of Illinois journalists who recently traveled to Sierra Leone to report on the issue of period poverty.
217 Today: People travel to southern Illinois and Missouri from across the U.S. to view solar eclipse
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the people who traveled to Southern Illinois and Missouri to view Monday’s solar eclipse.
217 Today: Heart screenings can detect teens’ abnormalities. But what about their problems?
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about why medical experts are debating if heart screenings that can detect abnormalities and prevent complications should be mandated.
217 Today: Celebration of William Patterson’s life planned for Krannert Performing Arts Center on April 14
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the life and impact of Dr. William Patterson.
217 Today: UIUC graduate to become first Black professor teaching manga in the US
In today's deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with manga artist Kofi Bazzell Smith about his latest and final exhibit at the Krannert Art Museum.
217 Today: Are my eclipse glasses legit? How do I protect my eyes? And what symptoms to look out for?
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn some important health information and tips to see the solar eclipse safely.
217 Today: Interest in agriculture is growing — but equipment and land costs make becoming a farmer hard
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about how the number of farms in the U.S. is shrinking and we’ll look at what all this means for the future of farming.