The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: A family came to Chicago seeking asylum. Dad was deported. Now, Mom wants to leave.
In today’s deep dive, a Chicago migrant recently deported to Venezuela says conditions in detention are inhumane.
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Menstruation is a universal phenomenon. Why is it taboo to talk publicly about it?
We’re talking about the taboo associated with menstruation which persists despite the fact that everyday millions of people are on their period.
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Illinois journalists chronicle period poverty in Sierra Leone
A group of student journalists from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign traveled earlier this year to Freetown, Sierra Leone, to report on the issue of period poverty and grassroots efforts to address it.
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217 Today: Consumer advocate pushes for legislative action regarding State Farm rate spike
In today’s deep dive, State Farm's recent 27% rate hike for Illinois homeowners has prompted calls for regulations in the state. A consumer advocate is supporting state oversight over excessive insurance prices.
The 21st Show
How is severe weather driving up insurance rates in Illinois?
As climate change brings with it more severe weather more often and a higher cost to repair and pick up the pieces when disaster strikes.
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Why are Illinois insurance rates increasing? Is it fair?
State Farm is raising its home insurance rates in Illinois next month by an average of 27 percent, pointing to increased severe weather risks and higher home repair costs.
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217 Today: University of Illinois dance camp teaches a contemporary African dance rooted in identity and culture
In today’s deep dive, we bring you a closer look at a high school dance camp on the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus.
The 21st Show
Decorated Paralympian Susannah Scaroni on her second big win at Boston Marathon
Athlete and University of Illinois alumna Susannah Scaroni talks about winning the women's wheelchair division at the Boston Marathon and other highlights from her career.
The 21st Show
Next U of I chancellor talks AI, responding to Trump policies and comic books
Emily Hays, who covers education for IPM News, had the chance to speak with the new Univeristy of Illinois Chancellor last month about his approach to federal policy changes and the future of AI, which is his academic speciality.
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Senator Tammy Duckworth on federal funding cuts to public media, ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
Senator Tammy Duckworth gives her take on the rescinding of $1.1 billion to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting by President Trump and congress as well as the status of publicly-funded healthcare, SNAP, and VA benefits after the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
