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Illinois Soul is a not-for-profit public radio station licensed to Illinois Public Media and the College of Media at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. FM 101.1 amplifies Black voices, music, and culture throughout central Illinois, and online, with the power of public media. Illinois Soul airs NPR shows, produces local news for broadcast and the Web, and works hand-in-hand with the community to address their needs and concerns.
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Students perform at Krannert and efforts to preserve Black churches and a one-room schoolhouse
A new strategic plan to address homelessness in Champaign County, Krannert Art Museum's partnership with Rantoul Township High School, a federal program to preserve Black churches, a one-room schoolhouse that served Black churches, and a new nightclub named after a South African jazz and culture.
Primary results are in, Urbana welcomes new council member, and meet a Central Illinois early education pioneer
Could Illinois elect a 4th U-S Senator? Urbana's newest city council member has a long legacy in Champaign. And meet an early education and civil rights pioneer in Central Illinois.
Educator Gilo Kwesi Logan’s book pays homage to his father while trying to improve community-youth relations
Dr. Gilo Kwesi Logan founded S.O.U.L. Creations, an arts-in-education organization based in Evanston. In February 2026, he shared a book about his father, the first Black police chief in his hometown.
Illinois Soul Blog
Illinois Soul Launches New Scramble Game
Players will have 60 seconds to unscramble the names of R&B and Soul Stars.
WATCH NOW: News Brews & Beatz 10: It Takes A Village
For the first time in a year - the famed conversation series "News Brews & Beatz" returns
How to Listen to Illinois Soul on Amazon Alexa Devices
Illinois Soul is now streaming on Alexa devices—bringing you timeless R&B, jazz, and soulful vibes amplifying Black voices.
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State of Change Examines Invasive Species
This year’s State of Change — Illinois Public Media’s annual environmental special hosted by Tinisha Spain — will focus on aquatic creatures, birds, insects, and…
Impacts of the climate crisis on communities of color
In 2023, the climate crisis became chaotic in Illinois. In our third annual State of Change report, we examine how higher temperatures are taking a toll on people, in particualr communities of color.Podcasts
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