217 Today: Veterans showcase their artwork surrounding Veterans Day
Courtesy of Phil Strang
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Today’s headlines:
- Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs yesterday returned a long-lost Purple Heart Medal to the family of a World War II veteran.
- States have taken different approaches to messaging about SNAP delays as the government shutdown continues.
- Today is Veterans Day in the U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth, a veteran from Illinois, will soon mark 21 years since she was injured in the line of duty.
- Several top Illinois Democrats oppose a plan to reopen the federal government, but not Senator Dick Durbin.
In today’s deep dive, a group of veterans is coming together this month to showcase their artwork.
217 Today is produced by Stephanie Orellana. Reporting today contributed by Mawa Iqbal, Molly Ashford, Capitol News Illinois, Arjun Thakkar and Kimberly Schofield.
