The 217 Today Podcast
In today's deep dive, we’ll a look at the transportation challenges that people in addiction recovery face, along with efforts to mitigate these issues by providing free rides.
The 21st Show
Despite the loss of millions of people, mask mandates, and more, neuroscientists say we will forget the pandemic.
The 21st Show
Host Brian Mackey often cites a report from Moody’s Investors Service suggesting central and western Illinois will see the greatest rise in "extreme heat days" in the country. Today he dug into his archives to share, for the first time, an interview with the author of the report.
The 217 Today Podcast
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn why a new conservation proposal from the Biden administration has drawn ire in the agricultural community.
The 21st Show
There’s been a renewed interest in the mental health benefits of mushrooms, and some states are working to decriminalize them.
The 21st Show
DCFS is charged with investigating abuse and neglect. But charges of “neglect” can tear families apart, mostly for being poor.
The 217 Today Podcast
In today's deep dive, we’ll find out how one of the largest school districts in Illinois is filling its special education teacher shortage.
The 217 Today Podcast
In today's deep dive, we'll hear how high school football and volleyball seasons will get underway later this month, but the Illinois High School Association is seeing a shortage of athletic officials.
The 21st Show
There's a cultural heritage of "Illinois Country French," also known as "Missouri French," in our state. This Illinois Creole culture is fading, but today we were joined by one of the few speakers left in Illinois, who's been working to keep the heritage alive.
The 217 Today Podcast
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about efforts to save lives from overdoses on the synthetic opioid fentanyl.
