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217 Today: A trans migrant came to Chicago to escape violence. Now she’s afraid of deportation.
In today’s deep dive, a transgender migrant woman in Chicago talks about her journey trying to find a place to live where human rights are protected.
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: Illinois immigrant advocate responds to birthright citizenship ruling and increased immigration enforcement around the state
In today’s deep dive, we'll bring you a conversation about responses to federal immigration enforcement in Illinois including the recent Supreme Court ruling on birthright citizenship.
217 Today: Champaign substitute teacher among those joining “March to Gaza” protest in Egypt
In today’s deep dive, a woman from Central Illinois just returned from a trip to Egypt. Her journey was part of a campaign to bring food and relief supplies into Gaza.
217 Today: Illinois just passed a ‘direct admissions’ bill to simplify the college application process
In today’s deep dive, Illinois lawmakers just passed a bill creating a “direct admission” program to simplify the college application process.
217 Today: What’s Happening in Champaign – Urbana Jun. 26 – Jun. 29
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about what is coming to the Central Illinois area in the world of arts, culture and entertainment.
217 Today: The US sold this tribe’s land illegally. It’s now the latest Native group to get its home back.
In today’s deep dive, Native Americans in the U.S. lost much of their land by the 20th century with even portions of their reservations sold. But in the Midwest more tribes are reclaiming their ancestral lands.
217 Today: Before Robert F. Prevost was the pope, he thanked Gov. Pat Quinn for ending the death penalty
In today’s deep dive, before Robert Prevost was elected Pope Leo XIV, he wrote a note commenting on an Illinois law passed nearly 15 years ago.
217 Today: Trump’s new travel ban raises fears for thousands of Congolese residents in Central Illinois
In today’s deep dive, we'll bring you a conversation about how East Central Illinois' Congolese community is reacting to President Trump's travel ban.
217 Today: Illinois lawmakers strengthen law requiring hospital care for sexual assault survivors
In today’s deep dive, we'll bring you a look at how the Illinois General Assembly passed a measure to strengthen protections for survivors of sexual abuse.
217 Today: Krannert Center for the Performing Arts announces its 2025-2026 season
In today’s deep dive, the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts has announced its 2025-2026 performance season, which officially starts this September.
