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217 Today: Weather stations collect vital data, but their future is in doubt
In today's deep dive, we'll take a closer look at the weather stations that collect vital weather data and why their future is in doubt.
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: Schools invest more in mental health resources with pandemic-era federal funds
In today's deep dive, we'll take a look at the present and future of mental health support in schools.
217 Today: Illinois Congressman Eric Sorensen is ‘optimistic’ Congress can pass a new farm bill
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear from new Illinois congressman Eric Sorensen, who will talk about the chances of getting a new farm bill passed by September.
217 Today: State Senator Paul Faraci talks about his first month in office
In today's deep dive, we’ll talk with State Senator Paul Faraci about his reaction to the governor’s State of the State address and much more.
217 Today: Local physician writes children’s book on how to be a first responder
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear from local physician Breyanna Grays about her new children’s book.
217 Today: Illinois lawmakers facing corruption charges still receive pensions
In today's deep dive, we'll take a look at why and how former Illinois lawmakers in trouble with the law have kept their pensions.
217 Today: Governor Pritzker unveils a new state budget
In today's deep dive, we’ll take a closer look at the governor’s budget proposals and the state's reaction.
217 Today: Rockford man steps up to help elementary students without a ride to school
In today's deep dive, we’ll take a look at how a Rockford man got involved with elementary students in his neighborhood who needed a ride to school.
217 Today: Parents struggle to find childcare in rural communities
In today's deep dive, we’ll take a closer look at the problems families face finding childcare in rural areas.
217 Today: What Missouri’s new recreational marijuana sales mean for dispensaries across the river in Illinois
In today's deep dive, we’ll take a look at the possible impact of new recreational marijuana sales in Missouri on dispensaries across the Mississippi River in Illinois.