217 Today: Illinois lawmakers strengthen law requiring hospital care for sexual assault survivors
Julia Rendleman for The 19th
Friday, June 20, 2025
Today’s headlines:
- Central Illinois could see some dangerously high temperatures starting this weekend.
- The National Weather Service confirms ten tornadoes touched down in Central Illinois on Wednesday.
- Celebrations were held around the country yesterday to commemorate Juneteenth.
- Local advocates for the LGBTQ community are reacting to the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to uphold a Tennessee ban on gender-affirming care.
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 is produced by Stephanie Orellana. Reporting today contributed by Reginald Hardwick, Stephanie Mosqueda, Anna Koh and Kate Martin.