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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.
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: 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.
217 Today: A growing movement among Native American tribes promotes controlling where and how they get their food
In today's deep dive, we'll learn more about the effort across Native American tribes and communities for “food sovereignty," or people having the right to control where and how they get food.
217 Today: States cracking down on abortion have high maternal mortality rates and gaps in rural care
In today's deep dive, we'll hear how some physicians are sounding the alarm about the consequences of abortion restrictions on pregnant people in rural areas.
217 Today: Bus driver shortage leaves parents worried for upcoming school year
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about uncertainty surrounding school bus routes for the upcoming school year.
217 Today: Collegiate esports programs grow across the country, including at Northern Illinois University
In today's deep dive, we'll learn more about what's fueling the growth of collegiate esports programs at colleges like Northern Illinois University.
217 Today: Although a drug discount program aims to help low-income patients, misuse of it creates controversy
In today's deep dive, we'll hear how a little-known drug discount program is critical to helping hospitals care for uninsured patients, but it’s been the center of controversy for years.
217 Today: New clinics aim to help patients suffering from long-term COVID-19 symptoms
In today's deep dive, we'll hear how new clinics are attempting to aid patients who continue to suffer from COVID-19 symptoms for weeks or months after their initial infection has passed.
217 Today: ‘Living room’ approach aims to plug gaps in mental health services
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about the "living room" approach – a potential solution to fill the need for more in-person mental health crisis services.
217 Today: Agriculture companies are paying farmers to capture carbon. Is it enough to fight climate change?
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about carbon markets in the agriculture community and if they’re really helping the fight against climate change.