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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 528 episodes available.
January 05, 2026Illinois political leaders react to the action in Venezuela | First ListenMaduro considered a "bad actor" but many leaders question the lack of Congressional authorization....more4minPlay
December 23, 2025Illinois Secretary of State rejects dozens of vanity plate requests | First ListenFirst Listen for Tuesday Dec. 23, 2025...more4minPlay
December 19, 2025The Trump administration is taking the state of Illinois to court | First ListenThe Trump administration is suing Illinois asking for an unredacted voter registration database....more4minPlay
December 18, 2025Illinois' vaccine advisory committee still recommends Hepatitis B vaccine for newborns | First ListenThe Illinois vaccine advisory committee indicated it didn't see evidence to warrant a change to the Hepatitis B vaccine recommendations....more3minPlay
December 18, 2025An alderman says Springfield is seeing its own Black Wall Street emerge | First ListenShawn Gregory continues to work with many parties to ensure growth on Springfield's east side....more7minPlay
December 17, 2025Governor Pritzker warning of "harassment" as immigration enforcement continues| First ListenFederal border patrol chief Gregory Bovino returns to Chicago....more4minPlay
December 16, 2025Springfield receives a state grant to address homelessness | First ListenThe state grant will be used to focus on rapid rehousing and permanent supportive housing....more4minPlay
December 15, 2025The U.S. Senate failed to reach consensus on extending health care subsidies | First ListenThe Democratic proposal to extend the Obamacare tax credits received only four Republican votes....more3minPlay
December 12, 2025Disability rights advocates in Illinois are raising the alarm about a Medical Aid in Dying bill | First ListenAdvocates are worried that patients with disabilities are at greater risk of being pushed to take a Medical Aid in Dying drug....more4minPlay
FAQs about First Listen:How many episodes does First Listen have?The podcast currently has 528 episodes available.