The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Thursday October 8, 2020
In today's deeper dive, farmers are trying to figure out what they can expect from the next president, whether it’s Joe Biden or four more years of Donald Trump.
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WATCH LIVE: Vice Presidential Debate - 10/7
Vice President Pence and Democratic vice presidential nominee Kamala Harris are debating in Salt Lake City. Their only face-off of the 2020 campaign comes with a wave of uncertainty with President Trump undergoing treatment for COVID-19. Follow live updates and fact-checks on the debate.
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New On WILL: America Amplified - Election 2020 Talk Show
America Amplified: Election 2020 is a national talk show that will dive into the challenges facing America before and after election day on November 3. This six-part, one-hour weekly talk show will air Sundays from October 11 - November 15 on WILL-AM 580.
The 21st Show
Does Facebook Owe You $400?
Thousands of Illinois Facebook users are now eligible for payments up to $400 as a result of a lawsuit filed against Facebook. The 21st explored which individuals are eligible to collect payment.
The 21st Show
Flu In The Time of COVID
Amid the global coronavirus pandemic, another global health crisis is approaching - flu season. We’ll speak with a virologist and a pediatrician about the science and how to stay healthy.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Wednesday October 7, 2020
In today's deeper dive, among the many people adjusting to a new normal during the pandemic are school bus drivers. We’ll check in with drivers in Rockford to see how they’re handling COVID-19.
The 21st Show
Interview: Ian Haney Lopez Talks Racism And Politics
We’ll speak with constitutional lawyer, race and class scholar, and author Ian Haney Lopez about dog-whistle politics, and the role that race and class plays in electoral politics.
The 21st Show
Recapping 13th Congressional Debate
The race for the 13th Congressional District is a close one, and being closely watched. The 21st recaps the debate last night between Republican incumbent Rodney Davis and Democratic challenger Betsy Dirksen Londrigan.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Tuesday October 6, 2020
In today's deeper dive, Republican Congressman Rodney Davis and his Democratic challenger Betsy Dirksen Londrigantalked about healthcare, the COVID-19 pandemic, racial justice and a lot more, in a one-hour debate broadcast live Monday night on WILL radio and TV. Illinois Newsroom's Jim Meadows has details.
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WATCH LIVE: 13th Congressional District Debate: Dirksen Londrigan V. Davis
At 7 pm on Monday October 5th, the 13th congressional district Democratic challenger Betsy Dirksen Londrigan and Republican incumbent Rodney Davis are joining Illinois Public Meida and WCIA for a live, in-person debate. Londrigan nearly defeated Davis two years ago in a close race. This year, the race is looking even closer.
