The 21st Show
Is our democracy prepared for artificial intelligence?
Discussions on the dangers and benefits that artificial intelligence has on our democracy.
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The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Over one-third of Illinois fourth graders don’t have basic reading skills. The state plans to change that
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn more about the Illinois State Board of Education’s new plan to bring up literacy rates.
The 21st Show
Rockford’s first poet laureate to perform with jazz group tomorrow
Rockford's first poet laureate will perform February 10 alongside an Illinois jazz group.
The 21st Show
Politics News Roundup - February 9, 2024
A pair of Illinois Republicans visited the US-Mexican border. They called for changes to the immigration policy, and Illinois' status as a sanctuary state.
The 21st Show
Illinois News Roundup - February 9, 2024
New fallout from a funeral home investigated for how it treated human remains, an Illinois city designated as a 'Dementia' friendly, and a new portrait of Peoria comedy legend Richard Pryor.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: A Dialogue with Urbana Police Chief Larry D. Boone
In today's deep dive, we’ll learn why Urbana's new police chief says tracking the flow of guns will help reduce youth violence in Black and Brown communities.
The 21st Show
New book tells the history of Zion, Illinois, and its nuclear power plant
Casey Bukro's new book tells the story of Zion, Illinois, including its formation, its power plant, and the future of nuclear energy in general.
The 217 Today Podcast
217 Today: Victoria Vincent gets serious about her comedy
In today's deep dive, we’ll hear a conversation with comedian Victoria Vincent about her success as a Black woman in comedy.
The 21st Show
Lunar New Year 2024: Welcoming the Year of the Dragon
The Lunar New Year 2024 is almost upon us. We're talking about it being the Year of The Dragon and some local celebrations.
The 21st Show
Multiple investigations and resignations connected to WTVP, PBS in Peoria
WTVP, the public television station located in Peoria, has been involved in a scandal, surrounding the misuse of donor money. We'll talk to a reporter who's been covering the station, and the new WTVP board chair about how they move forward.