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217 Today: The University of Illinois SHIELD saliva test company is winding down
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn what the team behind the COVID-19 saliva tests at the University of Illinois learned while it plans to close this winter.
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 rich history behind pumpkin and sweet potato pies
In today's deep dive, we’ll look at the history and cultural ties that influence why Americans may prefer one Thanksgiving pie over another.
217 Today: As Chicago struggles to shelter migrants, neighboring Oak Park steps in
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear about a Western Chicago suburb trying to help with Chicago’s migrant crisis.
217 Today: Trans Americans are fleeing to Illinois. Here’s why
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about Illinois’s efforts to protect trans rights.
217 Today: Alana Banks made history as the first Black, transgender woman on a school board in the United States. How is she doing now?
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about Alana Banks, the first Black and transgender woman elected to a school board in the country two years ago.
217 Today: Many students are dealing with issues with leasing companies and landlords. Here are some resources
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn how college students can avoid common pitfalls when signing a lease.
217 Today: One trans Catholic reckons with his faith as the church shifts
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear from a trans man in Champaign without a church he can truly call home.
217 Today: How does Illinois compare to other states on transgender rights?
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear from those on the front lines of the fight for trans rights in our series “Flights and Freedoms.”
217 Today: Local veteran shares her experience of serving in Iraq
In today's deep dive, we'll hear from a local veteran about how her military service and the injuries she got while serving in Iraq affected her and her family.
217 Today: New hospital safety report gives Carle Foundation a ‘C’ and OSF Heart of Mary a ‘B’
In today's deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with Leapfrog’s Director of Health Care Ratings to learn more about the findings from the nonprofit’s new report.