217 Today: Thousands of deceased donor kidneys are discarded. This organization hopes to revive them
Over 101,000 Americans need a kidney transplant, but only 17,000 people receive one each year due to a donated organ shortage. Zach Bundy / WFYI
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Today's headlines:
- The National Weather Service has confirmed that an EF1 tornado crossed 12 miles of land in Champaign County on Sunday afternoon.
- A rally was held in downtown Urbana yesterday in protest of anti-LGBTQ legislation and statements made by the Trump Administration.
- The annual Urbana Model Railroad Show caught the attention of many at Lincoln Square Mall over the weekend.
- People voting in today’s municipal elections across Illinois won’t notice a difference in the process, despite an executive order from President Donald Trump.
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about a new Midwest-based organization trying to revive thousands of deceased donor kidneys that were discarded last year.
217 Today is produced by Stephanie Mosqueda. Reporting today contributed by Reginald Hardwick, Sam Rink, Brendan Gallian, Alex Degman and Elizabeth Gabriel.