The 21st Show
Ken Burns’ newest film examines the near extinction of buffalo and Indigenous people
'The American Buffalo' premieres on PBS on October 16, 2023. Ken Burns talked about his newest film with The 21st.
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The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Schools invest in security and technology in case of shootings
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about how schools are using new safety technology and training to prepare for shootings.
The 21st Show
Made in Illinois: Affy Tapples
Affy Tapples, the famous caramel apple treat made in Niles, have become a fall midwestern tradition for decades.
The 21st Show
Politics News Roundup - October 13, 2023
Steve Scalise ends his bid to become US House Speaker. Now what? Plus, several resignations after failures at DCFS.
The 21st Show
Illinois News Roundup - October 13, 2023
A new emphasis in Northern Illinois for students to graduate from college and hundreds of granite workers in the Metro East are off the job.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Plans for carbon dioxide pipelines raise safety concerns for small town responders in the Midwest
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about three companies that are seeking approval for pipelines to transport carbon dioxide captured from Midwestern ethanol plants and how rural emergency officials are worried about the process.
The 21st Show
Encore: Why did the snakes cross the road?
This time of year, so many snakes migrate, it closes a major road in southern Illinois.
The 21st Show
Encore: Student loan payments resume this fall
This fall, payments along with interest will resume for over 40 million Americans.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Mary Chapin Carpenter brings her best with latest music
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear a conversation with musician Mary Chapin Carpenter about her career and upcoming performance at Foellinger Great Hall.
The 21st Show
Dulce Quintero makes history as new IL Dept. of Human Service Secretary
In September, Gov. JB Pritzker appointed Dulce Quintero as acting Secretary of DHS. They are the first non-binary person to hold the post.