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217 Today: Chicago State University’s president is on a mission to enroll more Black students in college
In today's deep dive, we'll learn more about the Chicago State University President’s mission to enroll more Black Chicago residents in college.
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: Abortion bans build off each other. Indiana’s will impact people across the region
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about how Indiana’s Supreme Court decision on abortion may impact abortion care in the Midwest and beyond.
217 Today: Abortion bans are fueling a rise in high-risk patients heading to Chicago hospitals
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear about how abortion bans are increasing the number of high-risk patients heading to Chicago hospitals.
217 Today: Congress made SNAP work rules stricter. Food advocates worry about following Kansas’ lead
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about how the stricter work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition and Food Program in Kansas could impact requirements in other states.
217 Today: Despite horror stories and deaths, will Illinois keep its prison health care company?
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about if Illinois will keep the same company to provide health care in its prisons throughout the state — despite allegations of substandard medical care.
217 Today: Krannert Center for the Performing Arts announces upcoming season
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the upcoming season at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.
217 Today: New investigation looks at Urbana’s civil police review board and its effectiveness
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear a conversation with journalist Brian Dolinar about his investigation of Urbana’s civil police review board.
217 Today: Highland Park’s mayor reflects on the mass shooting one year later
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear a conversation with Highland Park Mayor Nancy Rotering reflecting on the past year leading her community through tragedy and how that informs what she does in the future.
217 Today: NASCAR race will shut down the streets of Chicago this weekend
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the NASCAR race coming up this weekend in Chicago.
217 Today: Champaign Police Department revitalizes engagement program after halting for pandemic
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about how the Champaign Police Department is trying to revitalize a former engagement program that ended when the pandemic began.