The 21st Show
Most of our homes are not ready for future extreme heat
It’s predicted that more extreme heat is coming to Illinois. A key problem with building climate-resilient homes is the lack of universally accepted building codes.
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The 21st Show
Why 2023 was the hottest summer so far
A meteorologist and climatologist break down the summer of 2023 in Illinois, which saw extreme heat, a derecho and drought.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: CETACEAN comes to the Stock Pavilion this weekend
In today's deep dive, we'll hear a conversation about a performance piece coming to the Stock Pavilion on the University of Illinois campus in Urbana.
The 21st Show
Marisol Gamboa makes history as the Chief of Police at EIU
Texas native Marisol Gamboa made history twice when she became the Chief of Police at Eastern Illinois University.
The 21st Show
Jeremy Hobson returns to Central Illinois to launch his national public radio show
Jeremy Hobson returns to Illinois Public Media to launch his show The Middle permanently. The show aims to hear from people who are geographically, politically, or philosophically in “the middle."
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Energy assistance in Illinois may fall short without a federal boost
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the changes being made to the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program and how it will impact low-income families in Illinois.
The 21st Show
Celebrating Jewish High Holy Days in Illinois
Yom Kippur is the holiest day in Judais. We explore how the holiday is celebrated across different communities of Judaism.
The 21st Show
Think you’re seeing more car wrecks? You’re right. Here’s why.
Does it seem like people are driving more thoughlessly? Carelessly? Angrily? Our guest explores why in a new article.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: U.S. expands Temporary Protected Status to hundreds of thousands of Venezuelans
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about why Chicago-area advocates are praising a new move to get migrants temporary work permits.
The 21st Show
Why Idaho’s 2023 Teacher of the Year moved to Illinois
Karen Lauritzen was named Idaho’s 2023 teacher of the year. Soon after, harassment drove her to leave Idaho and come to Illinois.