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Local libraries weather book bans
This year, more Illinois libraries are being scrutinized for carrying books that are LGBTQ-friendly as well as books about racism.
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217 Today: Democrat Tammy Duckworth seeks second term in Illinois Senate race against Republican challenger Kathy Salvi
In today's deep dive, we’ll take a closer look at the race for U.S. Senate in Illinois, where Democrat Tammy Duckworth is seeking a second term against Republican challenger Kathy Salvi.
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217 Today: Susannah Scaroni discusses winning the Chicago Marathon after recovering from a car accident
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear from Susannah Scaroni, a University of Illinois graduate student who won the Women’s Wheelchair race at the Chicago Marathon on Sunday.
The 21st Show
Rich and Leslie Frank reflect on media, news and winemaking
Former Disney Studios executive Rich Frank and former TV news anchor/reporter Leslie Frank reflected on their careers and their generous gift to Illinois journalism students.
The 21st Show
NPR’s Domenico Montanaro previews 2022 Midterm elections
Abortion rights, crime, the economy, election deniers. Domenico Montanaro talked about how those topics will factor in the 2022 Midterms.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Incumbent Democrat Kwame Raoul faces Republican challenger Tom DeVore in IL Attorney General race
In today's deep dive, we’ll take a closer look at the race for Illinois Attorney General, where incumbent Democrat Kwame Raoul faces Republican challenger Tom DeVore.
The 21st Show
Extinction of Olney Squirrels
The city of Olney is proud of its multitude of albino squirrels. But are they on the verge of extinction?
The 21st Show
Rise in anti-LGBTQ rhetoric
This year, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer communities in Illinois have found themselves to be the targets of hatred.
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217 Today: Illinois Treasurer candidates discuss taxes and the potential merger of the treasurer and comptroller offices
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear from both candidates running for Illinois Treasurer: incumbent Democrat Mike Frerichs and his challenger, Republican state representative Tom Demmer.
The 21st Show
Touring Black on Black on Black on Black art exhibition
We talked with the artists who created works for the “Black on Black on Black on Black" at the Krannert Art Museum.