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Lavon Robinson leads a discussion about financial aid with a group of juniors at Downers Grove South High School, where he was a college counselor. WBEZ shadowed Robinson last school year, an especially difficult one for college admissions. — Lisa Kurian Philip / WBEZ

The 217 Today Podcast

September 24, 2024

217 Today: How one college counselor navigated the year FAFSA broke

In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the experience of a high school counselor who helped students navigate college admissions last school year.

voting sign — Jim Meadows/Illinois Public Media

The 21st Show

September 23, 2024

Safety, shortage of workers, and misinformation: Why has administering elections become so challenging?

Jazmin Olivas is a senior at the University of Illinois. She received the Student Leadership Award for her work as a volunteer and case manager at The Immigration Project in Champaign. — Stephanie Mosqueda / Illinois Student Newsroom

The 217 Today Podcast

September 23, 2024

217 Today: 11th annual Immigrant Welcome Awards celebrates the work of community members in Champaign County

In today's deep dive, we’ll hear a conversation with one of this year's Immigrant Welcome Award winners about their work with The Immigration Project.

Judy Wang's restaurant has gone viral. — Facebook page of Judy's Family Cafe

The 21st Show

September 20, 2024

Mmmmmm Pancakes… Galesburg flapjacks go viral

The 21st Show

September 20, 2024

Politics Roudup: Sen. Duckworth gets personal about IVF and mistrial in AT&T federal trial

The 21st Show

September 20, 2024

Reporter Roundup: New Sheriff in Sangamon County and Updated Amazon Warehouse in Metro East

Research shows that converting as little as 10% of a corn or soybean field into a prairie strip can reduce soil erosion by 95%. — Courtesy of Christopher Gannon/ISU

The 217 Today Podcast

September 20, 2024

217 Today: Farmers embrace prairie strips to revitalize agriculture and enhance ecosystems

In today's deep dive, we’ll learn how farmers are using prairie strips to improve their soil and water quality.

Makaya McCraven — Nate Schuls

The 21st Show

September 19, 2024

Pursuing jazz dreams: A conversation with musician Makaya McCraven

bike ride — Photo courtesy of Cynthia Hoyle

The 21st Show

September 19, 2024

Uptick in accidents prompts conversation on cycling infrastructure in Illinois

Shawn Hinkle stands inside of one of his empty chicken houses. Hinkle had a contract with Tyson, until August of last year, when the company announced it was closing its processing plant in nearby Dexter, Missouri. — Frank Morris / Harvest Public Media

The 217 Today Podcast

September 19, 2024

217 Today: Chicken farmers sue Tyson after the company closed a plant and ended their contracts

In today's deep dive, we'll learn why some farmers are suing Tyson Farms.