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217 Today: An in-depth look on the Black church’s impact on Black culture in Black America
In today's deep dive, we'll take an inside look at an episode of The Black Church.
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 Census data can address health disparities in Illinois
In today's deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with Census Bureau Director Robert Santos about how census data can address health disparities in Illinois.
217 Today: Report finds Logan, Pontiac and Stateville prisons nearly inoperable
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about a new report commissioned by the state of Illinois that shows the state of its prisons.
217 Today: Former Saturday Night Live cast member fuses comedy, music for Krannert performance
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about a former Saturday Night Live cast member coming to Krannert Center for the Performing Arts this week.
217 Today: Health care professionals grapple with a burnout crisis
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about how hospitals are trying to support workers who are feeling burned out.
217 Today: Mental health is an issue in the veterinary field. But misconceptions can cloud the narrative
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about the mental health stress veterinary professionals face and what may cause it.
217 Today: Wars can give rise to disease outbreaks. This poses potential risk to public health in the U.S. too
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about how wars overseas can still impact public health locally.
217 Today: Midwest weather experts want to talk about climate change, but they face pushback
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about the tough conditions facing climate science communicators.
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.
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.