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Rural hospitals have been struggling for decades. Hundreds have closed. Now, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act that President Trump signed into law last month will bring substantial changes to Medicare and Medicaid. How will this impact rural health care in Illinois?
The new Weather Realness podcast debuted on August 1, 2025. The podcast is available on YouTube. The radio show airs Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. on WILL-AM 580. If you have a question for local meteorologists, leave a voicemail at 217.333.2141 or email weatherrealness@illinois.edu.
After President Donald Trump placed tariffs on trade partners around the world, the stock market has rebounded. But what's next for the economy? How is the feeling of uncertainty and instability affect our economy and our mental health?
The Quad Cities' Niabi Zoo is part of a network of zoos providing care and shelter to displaced animals from around the world. A representative from the zoo discusses that work.
Nearly 29,000 people are currently incarcerated in Illinois' prison system. But being imprisoned -- or even just getting arrested -- can follow someone for decades after the experience is over. A new organization in Bloomington-Normal is trying to help former prisoners in their reentry journey as they face many barriers.
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