217 Today: Mosses are the underdogs of the plant world. These scientists are trying to protect them
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Monday, March 9, 2026
Today’s headlines:
Every month, the Krannert Art Museum in Champaign hosts an open mic event – known as “SPEAK Cafe,” which stands for Song, Poetry, Art, and Knowledge.
More early voting locations in Champaign County are opening starting today for Illinois’ primary election next week, on March 17th.
Microplastics have been found all over the world and even in human bodies.
The No. 11-ranked Illinois Men’s basketball ended its regular season with a win against Maryland yesterday.
In today’s deep dive, mosses are the underdogs of the plant world. Now a group of scientists is coming together to protect them.
217 Today is produced by Giuliana Means. Reporting today contributed by A. Oishii Basu, Jonathan Mathew, Arjun Thakkar, and Kate Grumke.
