The 21st Show
Does Illinois’ anti-book ban do enough to protect libraries?
Illinois is the first state to make book bans illegal. Today, we asked librarians and teachers how this new law will affect their work.
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The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Elderberries are a successful niche crop at a crossroads
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about the growing popularity of elderberries in the country and what that means for elderberry farmers.
The 21st Show
Weekly Politics Roundup - July 14, 2023
As part of our Friday shows, we'll check in on Illinois Statehouse and the state congressional delegation.
The 21st Show
Emily the Band - Arts and Culture Spotlight
As part of Friday shows, we’re featuring an Illinois artist for our Arts and Culture Spotlight, today we hear from Emily the Band in Peoria.
The 21st Show
Illinois News Roundup - July 14, 2023
As part of our Friday shows, we're ending the week with an Illinois news roundup. Today: news from northern and southern Illinois.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Tax credits jump start Midwest carbon capture projects
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about how tax credits are part of the Biden’s administration’s plan to lower greenhouse gas emissions.
The 21st Show
Toya Wolfe’s coming of age novel shares finding the joys of community in a Chicago neighborhood
We interview Toya Wolfe, author of ‘Last Summer on State Street,’ as we learn how she shaped her first fictional story, set in the historic torn-down landmark, The Robert Taylor Homes.
The 21st Show
Why is the U.S. behind with developing the world’s fastest high-speed trains?
Illinois politicians are celebrating the upgraded train speeds of 110mph from Chicago to St. Louis, but why is the US behind Asia and Europe with 200 mph trains?
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Chicago State University’s president is on a mission to enroll more Black students in college
In today's deep dive, we'll learn more about the Chicago State University President’s mission to enroll more Black Chicago residents in college.
The 21st Show
Has America changed 3 years after George Floyd’s murder?
Three years ago, Black Lives Matter was at the forefront in reaction to many murders such as George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery. But has America really changed?
These programs are partially sponsored by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
