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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 467 episodes available.
March 19, 2025Federal cuts to Medicaid could jeopardize health care access for more millions | First ListenClinics that offer free or reduced care are bracing for an uptick in demand for services thanks to cuts to Medicaid...more4minPlay
March 18, 2025Decatur teachers raising concerns about some of the Roadmap 2030 suggestions |First ListenDecatur Education Association President Samuel Mills says some of the plan may make it harder to attract educators....more7minPlay
March 18, 2025The matriarch of one of Chicago's most powerful families has died | First ListenCindy Pritzker was a philanthropist who championed Chicago's public libraries and architecture....more4minPlay
March 17, 2025IDFPR's online licensing system aims to help streamline process | First ListenThe Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation expected to roll out more online licensing....more4minPlay
March 14, 2025Programs to provide local fresh food from farmers to schools and food banks canceled | First ListenThe U.S. Department of Agriculture has stopped $41 million in funding for the program...more4minPlay
March 14, 2025Poetry Out Loud State Contest set for Monday at the Hoogland in Springfield | First ListenEducation Director for the Springfield Area Arts Council Sheila Walk explains Poetry Out Loud contest....more6minPlay
March 13, 2025Makers Madness set to recognize the top Illinois-made manufactured items | First ListenMark Denzler, President and CEO of the Illinois Manufacturers' Association, discusses the voting process for the Makers Madness contest....more3minPlay
March 13, 2025Four Springfield Police officers disciplined after response to September accident | First ListenThe officers will receive additional training in response to their actions at an accident scene involving a recently retired officer....more3minPlay
March 12, 2025Illinois is making some progress getting teacher vacancies filled | First ListenState Superintendent says the investment in pipeline programs needs to continue....more5minPlay
March 11, 2025Northwestern University takes action on some DEI language | First ListenOne law professor says universities should maintain DEI initiatives....more4minPlay
FAQs about First Listen:How many episodes does First Listen have?The podcast currently has 467 episodes available.