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217 Today: Native American tribe fights for clean drinking water
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the barriers to clean water in tribal communities and the fight for infrastructure funding on one Nebraska reservation.
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: Efforts to tag monarchs carry into a third decade — tracking the butterfly’s ‘amazing migration’
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the non-profit group Monarch Watch and how volunteers help scientists learn more about monarch butterflies' migration to Mexico.
217 Today: Comedian Carmen Christopher brings his stand-up comedy to Urbana
In today's deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with Carmen Christopher about his work as he tours around the U.S.
217 Today: What was the impact of COVID on the Illinois teacher workforce? A new report examines what really happened
In today's deep dive, we'll hear a conversation with Robin Steans about a new report from Advance Illinois.
217 Today: How the Israel-Hamas war affected one University of Illinois student
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about how the war in the Middle East is affecting students at the University of Illinois.
217 Today: Schools invest in security and technology in case of shootings
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about how schools are using new safety technology and training to prepare for shootings.
217 Today: Plans for carbon dioxide pipelines raise safety concerns for small town responders in the Midwest
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about three companies that are seeking approval for pipelines to transport carbon dioxide captured from Midwestern ethanol plants and how rural emergency officials are worried about the process.
217 Today: Mary Chapin Carpenter brings her best with latest music
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear a conversation with musician Mary Chapin Carpenter about her career and upcoming performance at Foellinger Great Hall.
217 Today: Farm-based activities can support mental wellness. Why aren’t there more care farms in the U.S.?
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the benefits of care farms and how a new national network hopes to expand them in the U.S.
217 Today: Illinois colleges are reforming developmental education
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about why Illinois colleges have to reform “Developmental Education.”