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217 Today: Pandemic learning places a greater strain on students with disabilities
In today's deep dive, we’ll look at how the COVID-19 pandemic has changed learning for students, especially those with disabilities who need accommodations.
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: Jupiter String Quartet prepares for their first performance of the academic year
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear from violinist Nelson Lee from the Jupiter String Quartet. The group's first performance this academic year is tomorrow night at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts in Urbana.
217 Today: Changing landscape for abortion services leads to confusion among Midwest providers and patients
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear about the ever-changing landscape of abortion access in the Midwest.
217 Today: Illinois voters will decide whether to enshrine workers’ right to collectively bargain in the state constitution
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the Workers’ Rights Amendment voters will weigh in on this November.
217 Today: Democrat candidate Nikki Budzinski discusses labor activism and uniting the 13th congressional district
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear from Democrat Nikki Budzinski, who is running for the newly drawn 13th congressional district seat this fall.
217 Today: Because of low wages, some SNAP-Ed workers require those programs themselves
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about how people who work to help others access programs addressing food insecurity also need those programs themselves because of low wages.
217 Today: A new California program expands Medicaid beyond traditional healthcare
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear about California’s efforts to push Medicaid coverage beyond the four walls of traditional health care.
217 Today: Former WILL meteorologist reflects on his two decades at the station
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear from Ed Keiser, the longtime staff meteorologist at WILL radio and TV.
217 Today: Champaign Police say automated license plate readers are a tool to help officers’ investigations
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear an update on the automated license plate readers being installed in the City of Champaign.
217 Today: Republican candidate Regan Deering explains why she joined the competitive 13th congressional district race
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear from Regan Deering, a Republican candidate in Illinois’ 13th congressional district.