The 21st Show
Our Friday, June 5, 2025 Reporter Roundtable covering stories making headlines in Springfield, including the latest on the Chatham afterschool crash and new plans to business in downtown booming.
The 217 Today Podcast
In today’s deep dive, the Illinois General Assembly's spring session has come to an end. State lawmakers passed dozens of education bills, but they also left hundreds more on the table when they wrapped up this past weekend.
The 21st Show
What happens when money is deducted from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, to in part, fund subsidies for farmers? What does that mean for Illinois? The state is a leading producer of soybeans, corn, and more — ranking fifth nationally in the exportation of agricultural products to other countries.
The 21st Show
President Donald Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" calls for big cuts to social welfare programs including Medicaid. How will this impact Illinoisans?
The 217 Today Podcast
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about what is coming to the Central Illinois area in the world of arts, culture and entertainment.
The 21st Show
The head of an organization that advocates for the state's utility consumers gives her take on why electric rates are increasing, what it means across Illinois and what people can do to keep their rates low.
The 21st Show
The Trump administration's new policies surrounding international students is creating uncertainty and anxiety among both students and universities. A legal expert on immigrants' rights, a journalist covering higher education, and a Chinese student who formerly attended the University of Illinois join the conversation.
The 217 Today Podcast
In today’s deep dive, we'll bring you the story behind a South Asian grocery store in Champaign and why the owner offers a free cup of tea to his customers at no cost.
The 21st Show
Does this budget address issues faced by low-income families, immigrants, and Black Illinoisans? Two advocates who work on behalf of communities that are often most affected by state budget decisions give their take.
The 21st Show
John Curran, who leads the Senate Republican caucus, joins the program to talk about the Republican perspective on the recently passed budget.
