The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Illinois prisons need $2.5 billion in repairs, and that’s just the beginning
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the poor conditions in some Illinois prisons and what state consultants recommend for them.
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The 21st Show
After changes at Choate, has anything changed at other mental health centers?
After years of abuse allegations, The Choate Mental Health and Development Center in Anna is being closed and repurposed. But what about problems at other statewide supported mental health centers?
The 21st Show
What’s at stake for workers at El Milagro Tortilla Factories?
El Milagro workers recently settled a labor dispute with the company. Why do the tortillas resonate so largely with the Latino/x/e communities?
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: 1 in 5 people in McLean County are on Medicaid. And a big shakeup is coming.
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about how recent Medicaid redeterminations may impact people in McLean County.
The 21st Show
Best of: Aisha Harris on pop culture, being a Black critic, and more
NPR's Aisha Harris joined The 21st to talk about the culture that shaped her, the intersection of her identities as a Black person and a critic, and more.
The 21st Show
Best of: What’s the controversy around a bill that permits multi-stall all-gender restrooms?
The 21st Show was joined by lawmakers who supported and opposed the bill, as well as the CEO of an organization advocating against sexual assault and two LGBTQ advocates.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Drought made Midwest and Great Plains crops look ‘like death.’ Recent rains bring some hope
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the drought conditions in the Midwest and how helpful recent rainstorms have been for crops.
The 21st Show
Artist Spotlight: Zuh-Cari
Zacari Moore from Springfield shares a song from her album, “Do Not Disturb,” and talks about turning her experiences in life into poetry.
The 21st Show
Illinois News Roundup - July 21, 2023
Today’s reporter’s roundtable covers a range of stories in the Bloomington Normal and the Quad Cities areas.
The 21st Show
Weekly Politics Roundtable - July 21, 2023
Learn how Congress is clashing over defense spending and a judge's ruling on the constitutionality of Illinois' FOID cards.
