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217 Today: Insects hold our planet together — but they’re disappearing. A national study aims to learn more
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about a new study that aims to understand insect trends across North America.
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: Small school districts want to offer their students as much as possible. To do that, many have to share.
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about class sharing that happens more frequently at smaller, often rural, schools.
217 Today: Federal bill aims to enhance school bus safety, but local districts worry about costs
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about whether a measure that could require Illinois school buses to install seat belts could have adverse effects because of the high costs.
217 Today: Nitrate levels in water are often higher in the rural Midwest. How does this affect health?
In today's deep dive, we'll learn more about how a growing number of studies suggest lower nitrate levels could still be tied to serious health issues for people in the rural Midwest.
217 Today: 1920s roar to life in Lippa musical’s ‘wild, wild party’ at Krannert Center
in today's deep dive, we'll listen to a conversation with directors Danny Yoerges and Rachel Rizzuto about the musical “The Wild Party" that is coming soon to Krannert Center for Performing Arts.
217 Today: Urbana wins $2.9 million award against Stark Excavating of Bloomington over roadwork issues
In today's deep dive, we'll learn more about how the Champaign County jury has ruled in favor of the City of Urbana against a Bloomington-based firm over faulty road construction.
217 Today: At this 124-year-old livestock show, kids steal the spotlight with their prize animals
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about what it’s like for kids and teenagers who show livestock at one of the largest competitions in the U.S.
217 Today: Rockford Art Gallery Showcases African American Women’s History
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about a performance honoring African American women’s history.
217 Today: Teachers talk about the art of relationship-building in the classroom
In today's deep dive, we'll learn more about how teachers from different grade levels and with various levels of experience build trust with their students.
217 Today: Celebrating ’90s Hip-Hop on stage in Urbana – a deep dive with director Aaron Muñoz
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about a theatrical production focusing on nineties hip-hop culture set to be staged this November in Urbana.