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217 Today: Lavender Newsletter creators bring back a 1980s queer publication
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the Lavender Newsletter, a reboot of a newsletter originally published in the 1980s for the local lesbian community.
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: 3 Secretary of State candidates campaign to replace retiring Democrat Jesse White
In today's deep dive, we’ll take a closer look at the Illinois Secretary of State race, where three candidates are vying to replace retiring Democrat Jesse White.
217 Today: John Deere’s plans to create an autonomous tractor evoke mixed reactions from farmers
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about farmers' mixed reactions to John Deere's plans to have an autonomous tractor widely available by the end of the decade.
217 Today: Democrat Paul Lange talks gun control and abortion rights in campaign against incumbent Republican Mary Miller
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear from Paul Lange, a Democrat running against incumbent Republican Mary Miller in the 15th congressional district.
217 Today: Victims of Highland Park shooting file a set of lawsuits in an effort to end mass shootings
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn how dozens of victims of the Highland Park shooting have signed onto a set of lawsuits, fueled by a desire to end mass shootings.
217 Today: The pandemic has reignited turf wars among health professions
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn how the pandemic reignited long-standing turf wars in the healthcare field.
217 Today: C-U Folk and Roots Festival headliner Don Flemons discusses his move to the Chicago area
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear from Don Flemons, who is one of the headline performers at this year's C-U Folk and Roots Festival.
217 Today: Metro East abortion clinics struggle to serve increasing number of patients
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about the surge in patients to the St. Louis Metro East from states with new abortion bans.
217 Today: Congresswoman Robin Kelly discusses gun violence, Green New Deal in campaign for re-election
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear from Congresswoman Robin Kelly who is up for re-election in Illinois’ 2nd congressional district. She’s running against Republican challenger Thomas Lynch.
217 Today: Democrat Tammy Duckworth seeks second term in Illinois Senate race against Republican challenger Kathy Salvi
In today's deep dive, we’ll take a closer look at the race for U.S. Senate in Illinois, where Democrat Tammy Duckworth is seeking a second term against Republican challenger Kathy Salvi.