217 Today: A new political opera is coming to life at Krannert Center
Singer, composer and producer Toshi Reagon Ehud Lazin - provided by Krannert Center for the Performing Arts
Friday, April 28, 2023
Today's headlines:
- A newly signed Illinois law will let out-of-state doctors and nurses practicing on temporary licenses stay here.
- The Mississippi River is on the rise. Snowmelt from the Upper Basin states has caused a slow moving flood throughout the region.
- A west suburban gun shop owner is taking his case against Illinois’ assault weapons ban to the U.S. Supreme Court.
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about a new opera opening at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts this weekend.
Reporting today contributed by Alex Degman, Mawa Iqbal, Guy Stephens and Kimberlie Kranich.