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The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Domestic violence survivors in Illinois are in prison for abusers’ crimes
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about a new investigation by The Marshall Project that found over 100 cases of survivors who were punished for a crime committed by their abusers.
The 21st Show
Best of: Matt Singer on how Illinois’ own Siskel & Ebert changed movies forever
The late film critics Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert created a television show that made them household names, and made their “two thumbs up” a coveted endorsement.
Author and film critic Matt Singer looks at their unique role in Hollywood history in his new book, “Opposable Thumbs: How Siskel & Ebert Changed Movies Forever.”
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Urbana activists want more police oversight. But local laws hold the civilian review board hostage
In today's deep dive, we'll learn why locals say the Urbana Civilian Police Review Board is failing to uphold the mission and effect any change to policing in Urbana.
The 21st Show
Best of: Book explores Illinois’ journey to statehood
A new book looks at the persuasion and power that went into Illinois statehood and consequences of decisions made decades ago.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Baseball tournament for the visually impaired comes to Savoy
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the Beep Baseball Tournament coming to Savoy this weekend.
The 21st Show
Best of: Ulysses S. Grant’s life and legacy
The 21st Show
Has Illinois’ copi rebrand helped curb invasive carp?
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: A ‘silver tsunami’ is hitting rural America as small business owners retire without replacements
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about how small business owners in rural areas are struggling to find buyers to keep their businesses going.