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217 Today: Big box grocers dominate some markets. That impacts small grocers and food deserts
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about some of the challenges independent grocers face in low-income areas and food deserts.
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: Ahead of her retirement, Champaign City Manager Dorothy David reflects on 30 years of service
In today's deep dive, we'll listen to a conversation with Dorothy David as she reflects on her tenure in Champaign.
217 Today: Illinois DCFS director cites progress, says more changes are needed
In today's deep dive, we'll listen to a conversation with the head of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services about the department's progress and future changes.
217 Today: Women are a growing segment of hunters. But keeping them in the sport remains a challenge
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about the barriers women face as they try to break into the sport of hunting.
217 Today: What to know about an effort to make college in Illinois more affordable
In today's deep dive, we'll learn how expensive college has become and how a group of state politicians and advocates plans to change that.
217 Today: Midwest builders are using wood in a new way to construct high rises. And it’s climate-friendly
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about a new climate-friendly way builders are using wood.
217 Today: Amidst a biodiversity crisis, these Champaign County groups are working to restore native ecosystems
In today's deep dive, we'll learn more about the efforts to increase biodiversity in east-central Illinois.
217 Today: More Muslim girls are playing youth sports and celebrating their religion while doing it
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about basketball leagues for young Muslim girls that are springing up around the Chicago area.
217 Today: Chicago and Illinois have sanctuary laws to protect undocumented migrants
In today's deep dive, we'll learn what sanctuary laws do and what they don’t do.
217 Today: Illinois law requires transparency when police kill people. Many cases stay in the dark
In today's deep dive, we'll learn what can happen when prosecutors stay silent on police killings.
