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Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’: The impact on Medicaid programs in Illinois
President Donald Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" calls for big cuts to social welfare programs including Medicaid. How will this impact Illinoisans?
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217 today: What’s Happening in Champaign – Urbana Jun. 05 – Jun. 08
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.
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What to know about Illinois’ electric rate hikes in the midst of low production and high demand
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.
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Trump administration’s crackdown on international student visas raises many questions, creates uncertainty
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
217 Today: South Asian grocery store offers comfort, feeling of home to various immigrant communities
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.
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Advocates for Illinois’ marginalized communities assess state budget
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.
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Illinois Senate Minority Leader on ‘regressive’ delivery tax, transit funding after lawmakers pass budget
John Curran, who leads the Senate Republican caucus, joins the program to talk about the Republican perspective on the recently passed budget.
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Speaker of the Illinois House reflects on ‘responsible and compassionate and balanced’ budget
Chris Welch, Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives shares his thoughts on the budget.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Farmers are taking on more debt. Some worry more financial stress could be ahead
In today’s deep dive, a look at why farmers are taking on more debt and why some ag economists believe it could be a sign of better things to come.
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Big takeaways from Illinois state budget
Two statehouse reporters discuss the big takeaways from the recently passed Illinois budget.
These programs are partially sponsored by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
