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217 Today: 1 in 5 people in McLean County are on Medicaid. And a big shakeup is coming.
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about how recent Medicaid redeterminations may impact people in McLean County.
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: Drought made Midwest and Great Plains crops look ‘like death.’ Recent rains bring some hope
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the drought conditions in the Midwest and how helpful recent rainstorms have been for crops.
217 Today: Sinfonia da Camera hosts piano institute, announces season 40
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the upcoming University of Illinois’ summer piano institute ahead of its 40th season.
217 Today: Illinois Supreme Court becomes the first state to end cash bail system
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about how Illinois will become the first state in the nation to end cash bail this fall.
217 Today: New provost comes to U of I after increasing diverse enrollment
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear a conversation with the new provost of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
217 Today: Rev. Jesse Jackson Senior has stepped down from his role as leader of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear a conversation with Natalie Moore about Reverend Jesse Jackson Senior’s work during his time as leader of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition.
217 Today: Elderberries are a successful niche crop at a crossroads
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about the growing popularity of elderberries in the country and what that means for elderberry farmers.
217 Today: Tax credits jump start Midwest carbon capture projects
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about how tax credits are part of the Biden’s administration’s plan to lower greenhouse gas emissions.
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.
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.