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Cleveland Ward 13 representative Kris Harsh was one of the city council members to suggest working with the nonprofit RIP Medical Debt to cancel city residents' past-due health care debts. — Taylor Wizner / Ideastream Public Media

The 217 Today Podcast

July 24, 2024

217 Today: Some communities buy up and forgive millions in medical debt. Is it enough?

In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about how some cities in the Midwest have started buying up medical debt to help their residents.

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Cover of the book — Photographed by Logan White

The 21st Show

July 23, 2024

John Ganz’s new book explores America’s turbulent 1990s

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Congresswoman Robin Kelly (left) and Senator Dick Durbin (right).

The 21st Show

July 23, 2024

Two Illinois lawmakers discuss Kamala Harris’ path to the Democratic nomination and future challenges

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The 217 Today Podcast

July 23, 2024

217 Today: Rural student “didn’t see any changes” after Illinois LGBTQ+ history law passed

In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about how one high school in rural Illinois is teaching its students about sexuality.

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President Joe Biden speaks from the Roosevelt Room of the White House in Washington, July 14, 2024. With Biden ending his reelection bid and endorsing Harris, Democrats now must navigate a shift that is unprecedented this late in an election year. Democrats are set to hold their convention in Chicago in August. — Susan Walsh / AP Photo

The 21st Show

July 22, 2024

What can election polls really tell us?

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President Joe Biden speaks at a news conference July 11, 2024, in Washington. President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race for the White House on Sunday, July 21, ending his bid for reelection following a disastrous debate with Donald Trump that raised doubts about his fitness for office just four months before the election. — Jacquelyn Martin / AP Photo

The 21st Show

July 22, 2024

Biden drops out, Democrats look to the future

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Cuba was probably one of Illinois' sundown towns, according to historian James Loewen. — Emily Hays / Illinois Public Media

The 217 Today Podcast

July 22, 2024

217 Today: High schoolers in rural, western Illinois learn the history of why their town is white

In today's deep dive, we’ll learn how some parents in rural, majority-white areas of Illinois are seeing the value of diversity education.

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The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum has the world’s largest collection of bobbleheads from all genres and periods, according to its website. — Jose Zepeda / Illinois Public Media

The 21st Show

July 19, 2024

Inside the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame in Milwaukee

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President Joe Biden and Maritza Rodriguez, Biden for President Latina adviser, greets patrons at Linda Michoacan Mexican Restaurant, during a stop in Las Vegas, Wednesday, July 17, 2024. — Susan Walsh / AP Photo

The 21st Show

July 19, 2024

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July 19, 2024

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217 Today: Some communities buy up and forgive millions in medical debt. Is it enough?

John Ganz’s new book explores America’s turbulent 1990s

Two Illinois lawmakers discuss Kamala Harris’ path to the Democratic nomination and future challenges

217 Today: Rural student “didn’t see any changes” after Illinois LGBTQ+ history law passed

What can election polls really tell us?

Biden drops out, Democrats look to the future

217 Today: High schoolers in rural, western Illinois learn the history of why their town is white

Inside the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame in Milwaukee

Politics News Roundup - July 19, 2024

Illinois News Roundup - July 19, 2024

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