The 217 Today Podcast
In today’s deep dive, students across Illinois will soon head back to class. But one college in our state is phasing out ten majors.
The 21st Show
Quarterlife is the time where you’re no longer a child but still very much in the early stages of learning about the world and yourself. A psychotherapist joins us to explain why we should not overlook this stage of life.
The 217 Today Podcast
In today’s deep dive, the weather story that dominated the news this summer was the Texas flood tragedy. An Illinois meteorologist breaks down what happened and why you should never risk driving through a flash flood.
The 21st Show
Earlier this year, Governor JB Pritzker signed a law to transfer ownership of Shabbona Lake State Park to the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation. A member of the Prairie Band tribal council discusses the history of the tribe, its connection to Illinois and what this move means for the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation.
The 21st Show
The Trump administration is requesting voting data from numerous states across the country including Illinois.The head of an election research center and a politcal science professor weigh in.
Weather Realness
Learn how flash flooding in Central Illinois is different from Central Texas. If you have a question for local scientists, leave a voicemail at 217.333.2141 or email weatherrealness@illinois.edu.
Weather Realness
We talked about a catastrophic flood that came barreling through the Texas Hill Country region, causing widespread destruction and killing more than 130 people. If you have a question for local meteorologists, leave a voicemail at 217.333.2141 or email weatherrealness@illinois.edu.
The 217 Today Podcast
In today’s deep dive, governor JB Pritzker speaks to NPR about why Illinois is hosting a group of Texas state lawmakers as they protest a partisan redistricting effort in their state.
The 21st Show
The annual Illinois State Fair opens Thursday at noon and runs through August 17.The main organizer behind the fair gives a rundown of what visitors can expect this year.
The 21st Show
It’s August and national headlines scream about “teacher shortages,” but the data shows a much more nuanced picture. Some schools are hiring more than ever, while others can’t fill open and necessary jobs, especially in rural parts of the state.
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