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217 Today: Providing free rides could help people in addiction recovery
In today's deep dive, we’ll a look at the transportation challenges that people in addiction recovery face, along with efforts to mitigate these issues by providing free rides.
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: Antagonism toward conservation efforts increases after Biden’s latest proposal
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn why a new conservation proposal from the Biden administration has drawn ire in the agricultural community.
217 Today: One school district is training current educators to fill special education openings
In today's deep dive, we’ll find out how one of the largest school districts in Illinois is filling its special education teacher shortage.
217 Today: As the new school year draws closer, the IHSA sees a shortage of referees for high school athletics
In today's deep dive, we'll hear how high school football and volleyball seasons will get underway later this month, but the Illinois High School Association is seeing a shortage of athletic officials.
217 Today: As fentanyl devastates the nation, efforts to reduce its harm are met with resistance
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about efforts to save lives from overdoses on the synthetic opioid fentanyl.
217 Today: Biden administration to block conservative states from charging monthly premium for Medicaid
In today's deep dive, we'll hear how a new Biden administration policy could put Medicaid expansion in some conservative states at risk.
217 Today: Republican gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey struggles to unite his party
In today's deep dive, we'll learn how Republican candidate for Governor Darren Bailey is having trouble getting endorsements and money from key figures in his party.
217 Today: Indiana House to debate a bill that would heavily restrict abortions
In today's deep dive, we'll learn more about efforts to severely restrict abortion in Indiana.
217 Today: University of Illinois’ Summer Piano Institute returns for first the time in three years
In today's deep dive, we'll hear about the Summer Piano Institute, which is back at the University of Illinois for the first time since 2019.
217 Today: Donations and demand are increasing for groups that help pay for abortions
In today's deep dive, we'll learn how groups that help pay for abortion services are playing a bigger role than ever after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade last month.