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First Listen
By Michelle Eccles
Start the day by adding NPR Illinois First Listen to your routine and hear the latest from the state capital (Springfield).... more
FAQs about First Listen:
How many episodes does First Listen have?
The podcast currently has 527 episodes available.
First Listen episodes:
May 07, 2026Chicago's mayor lobbies the legislature | First Listen 
May 05, 2026Legislation aimed at keeping the Chicago Bears in Illinois provides limited property tax relief | First Listen May 04, 2026Rivian says the tornado damage last month will not delay production in its ne R-2 plant | First Listen Rivian's CFO says they're still on track to make at least 62,000 vehicles in Normal this year....moreMay 01, 2026DOJ opens investigations into dozens of Illinois school districts | First Listen April 30, 2026North Greene district bus accident injures a dozen people | First Listen April 29, 2026More counties consider data center moratoriums | First Listen April 28, 2026A federal appeals court upholds former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan's conviction | First Listen April 27, 2026Gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey criticizes ISU for maintaining static wages | First Listen April 24, 2026The Old State Capitol Garage overhaul is complete | First Listen April 24, 2026Illinois lawmakers move closer to a deal to entice the Chicago Bears to stay in Illinois | First Listen
FAQs about First Listen:
How many episodes does First Listen have?
The podcast currently has 527 episodes available.