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Signs are posted at Masjid Al-Fajr in Indianapolis to remind worshippers of COVID-19 precautions while praying. — Lauren Chapman/Side Effects Public Media

December 15, 2021

217 Today: Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021

In today's deep dive, we’ll take a look at the history and consequences of religious exemptions that are now being used to avoid COVID-19 vaccine mandates.

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Two emergency winter shelters serving people experiencing homelessness in Champaign-Urbana that were scheduled to open Monday are delayed. — Provided by C-U at Home

December 14, 2021

217 Today: Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021

In today's deep dive, we'll hear a conversation with the new executive director of C-U at Home, which provides services to those living in Champaign-Urbana without a home.

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A damaged farmhouse in North Okaw Township, Coles County following storms on December 10, 2021. — Jim Meadows/Illinois Newsroom

December 13, 2021

217 Today: Monday, Dec. 13, 2021

In today's deep dive, we'll speak with meteorologist Andrew Pritchard about Friday night’s severe storms and what listeners should take away from seeing tornadoes in December.

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IPM News Director Reginald Hardwick, Karen Crawford Simms, Nathan Stevens and Tracy Parsons discuss combatting gun violence in Champaign at the November 15, 2021 News, Brews & Beatz event. — Elizabeth Westfield/Illinois Public Media

December 10, 2021

217 Today: Friday, Dec. 10, 2021

In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about our next News, Brews and Beatz event, discussing solutions to the problem of gun violence in our community.

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Dozens of small-scale studies across the globe on ivermectin fueled a misinformation storm that spread like wildfire in the United States. Even as the erroneous studies got retracted, many groups latched on to them. — Farah Yousry/Vecteezy

December 09, 2021

217 Today: Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021

In today's deep dive, the first in a two part series from Side Effects Public Media on how ivermectin became a coveted treatment for COVID-19 despite shaky research.

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The International Prep Academy in Champaign. — Champaign Unit 4 Schools

December 08, 2021

217 Today: Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2021

In today's deep dive, we’ll take a closer look at the struggles of dual-language students during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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The Sangamon County Courthouse in Springfield. — Google

December 07, 2021

217 Today: Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2021

In today's deep dive, we’ll learn how some central Illinois tenants are faring now that the eviction moratorium has expired in the state.

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Bloomington’s new police chief says the department has greatly reduced racial disparities in traffic stops by making a few simple changes. — WGLT file photo

December 06, 2021

217 Today: Monday, Dec. 6, 2021

In today's deep dive, we’ll hear about a community in Central Illinois that appears to be reducing the racial disparities in traffic stops.

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Pablo Martinez Monsivais/AP

December 03, 2021

217 Today: Friday, Dec. 3, 2021

In today's deep dive, we'll learn why Major League Baseball owners have locked out players after their collective bargaining agreement expired earlier this week.

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The Indianapolis Public Library hired Yanna McGraw as its first full-time social worker in July. Her job is to help library patrons navigate challenges beyond the scope of what librarians are trained to handle. — Darian Benson/Side Effects Public Media

December 02, 2021

217 Today: Thursday, Dec. 2, 2021

In today's deep dive, we’ll learn why some libraries are starting to hire social workers to better serve their communities.

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