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217 Today: Few Midwest states regularly test for toxic algae blooms despite tragic consequences for families
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about the tragic effects of toxic algae for one Midwestern family.
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: Looking back at Focus 580, WILL-AM’s local call-in show that ran for 30+ years
In today's deep dive, we'll take a look back at a talk show that ran on WILL-AM for more than thirty years as WILL celebrates its 100th anniversary this year.
217 Today: University of Illinois expert discusses how war in Ukraine could cause a global food crisis
In today's deep dive, we'll learn how the Russian invasion of Ukraine could have a big effect on the world’s supply of wheat and corn from a University of Illinois expert.
217 Today: Danville mayor hopes new economic development will revitalize city
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear from Danville Mayor Rickey Williams, Jr about economic development plans for the struggling city.
217 Today: Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan is indicted on federal charges
In today's deep dive, we'll hear more on the indictment of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan.
217 Today: Illinois schools say they lack guidance after finding high levels of lead in water
In today's deep dive, we'll learn how Illinois schools are tackling high levels of lead in their water.
217 Today: Treatment facilities for children with severe mental illness struggle to find staff
In today's deep dive, we'll hear about how treatment facilities for children with severe mental illness are struggling to hire enough workers.
217 Today: Pandemic could accelerate the decline of in-person farm shows
In today's deep dive, we'll hear how the pandemic may have accelerated the decline of in-person farm shows.
217 Today: Remains of an Illinois man killed in Pearl Harbor are coming home
In today's deep dive, more than 80 years after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, we'll hear about the remains of a Central Illinois man killed in the attack that are finally coming home.
217 Today: Parents seek breast milk of vaccinated mothers to protect children against COVID-19
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about some parents who are seeking out donated breastmilk from vaccinated mothers to help protect their young children from COVID-19.