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Illinoisans react to Biden’s student debt relief
In light of President Biden's student loan debt relief, we discussed how debt forgiveness fits into frameworks for racial and gender justice.
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217 Today: Lack of data on sickle cell disease creates consequences for patients
In today's deep dive, we'll learn about the lack of data on sickle cell disease and the subsequent consequences for patients.
The 21st Show
Author Interview: At Home on an Unruly Planet
A house is different from home. But what happens when our homes are no longer safe places?
The 21st Show
Asian American History required in IL schools
Starting this school year, all public schools in Illinois will be required to teach a unit on Asian American history and culture as part of their social studies curriculum.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Invasive species threaten the Mississippi River Basin
In today's deep dive, we'll hear about the threat of invasive species to the Mississippi River Basin.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Education researcher says school staffing issues are more than just a ‘teacher shortage’
In today's deep dive, we'll take a closer look at the teacher shortage in the state of Illinois.
The 21st Show
‘Long Days, Short Years’ probes parenting styles
The book Long Days, Short Years traces how “parent” went from being a noun to a verb. We talked with author Andrew Bomback.
The 21st Show
Prisoncast: A Shared Audio Experience
Sunday 2-4 pm, NPR stations across Illinois will air a program for people inside prisons and their families on the outside.
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217 Today: Hall of Fame wide receiver returns to central Illinois to attend season opener, hold golf tournament
In today's deep dive, we'll hear from former Illinois Hall of Fame wide receiver David Williams about this year’s team and his charity golf tournament.
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Synthetic Chemicals Found in Over 8 Million Illinoisans’ Drinking Water
PFAS chemicals are in the products we use, from fast food wrappers to cleaning products and shampoo. How contaminated is Illinois water with PFAS?