The 21st Show
R. Buckminster Fuller was a visionary designer, inventor, and futurist who thought we could make a better world through technology. Now he's the subject of a new biography, Inventor of the Future: The Visionary Life of Buckminster Fuller, by Illinois-based writer Alec Nevala-Lee.
The 21st Show
Illinois Wesleyan University Professor Edgar Lehr and a team of Peruvian scientists recently discovered a previously unknown species of lizard in the Andes Mountains. But his trip was cut short when the team realized drug traffickers were nearby and had begun following their movements.
The 21st Show
Significant parts of Illinois were under flash flood warnings yesterday morning — some saw as much as 14 inches of rain in the space of 12 hours. The 21st spoke with an Illinois Public Media reporter who has following the aftermath of the central Illinois storms.
The 217 Today Podcast
In today's deep dive, we'll hear how a new Biden administration policy could put Medicaid expansion in some conservative states at risk.
The 21st Show
The world of esports has exploded over the past few years on college campuses, especially at Northern Illinois University and the University of Illinois.
The 21st Show
The 21st was joined by Illinois State Rep. Deb Conroy and the North Shore Editor for Patch to discuss efforts to prevent another similar tragedy.
The 217 Today Podcast
In today's deep dive, we'll learn how Republican candidate for Governor Darren Bailey is having trouble getting endorsements and money from key figures in his party.
The 21st Show
Recent heatwaves and more power usage overall, have prompted questions about the stability of Illinois' power grid.
The 21st Show
The Illinois Democratic Party chooses a new leader. The GOP gubernatorial candidate refuses to take questions about Jan. 6 committee member Adam Kinzinger.
The 217 Today Podcast
In today's deep dive, we'll learn more about efforts to severely restrict abortion in Indiana.
