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Keep up with news in Central Illinois every weekday with 217 Today. Hear the day's headlines, along with one deeper dive, in just ten minutes. Learn about the people and places that make Central Illin... more
FAQs about The 217 Today Podcast:How many episodes does The 217 Today Podcast have?The podcast currently has 89 episodes available.
May 27, 2025217 Today: Japan House keeps traditional Japanese arts alive on U of I campusIn today’s deep dive, we take you to a place in Central Illinois featuring peace and exposure to the Japanese culture for nearly 50 years. ...more15minPlay
May 23, 2025217 Today: Far East Grocery owners share stories of hardship and success while catering to southeast Asian communitiesIn today’s deep dive, we take you into an international grocery store in Champaign and explore how the family running the shop journeyed from Vietnam to Central Illinois....more15minPlay
May 22, 2025217 Today: What’s Happening in Champaign – Urbana May 22 – May 25In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about what is coming to the Central Illinois area in the world of arts, culture and entertainment....more10minPlay
May 21, 2025217 Today: Writer Hua Hsu shares his perspective on Asian-American historyIn today's deep dive, we'll listen to a conversation with writer and journalist Hua Hsu about how he understands Asian American history....more15minPlay
May 20, 2025217 Today: As Illinois lawmakers weigh artificial intelligence rules for schools, here’s how Rockford teachers are using AIIn today's deep dive, we'll learn why Illinois lawmakers are considering a measure that would create an advisory board to give schools guidance on how to use artificial intelligence....more12minPlay
May 19, 2025217 Today: Ceduxion Carrington reflects on nearly 30 years in dragIn today's deep dive, we'll learn how local drag performers are helping to inspire hope during difficult times....more11minPlay
May 16, 2025217 Today: McLean County immigrants fear dire consequences as Illinois ends medical coverageIn today's deep dive, we’ll hear how changes to a state health program are affecting immigrant families in Illinois....more15minPlay
May 15, 2025217 Today: What’s Happening in Champaign – Urbana May 15 – May 18In today's deep dive, we’ll learn about what is coming to Central Illinois in the world of arts, culture and entertainment....more11minPlay
May 14, 2025217 Today: America’s favorite pollinator species is experiencing its biggest loss in history. What’s the buzz?In today's deep dive, we’ll learn what's causing bees across the country to die at record-high rates....more0minPlay
May 09, 2025217 Today: Chancellor Robert Jones reflects on U of I tenure as he prepares for new role at University of WashingtonIn today's deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Chancellor Robert Jones, who explains why leaving the university was the toughest choice he had to make in higher education....more11minPlay
FAQs about The 217 Today Podcast:How many episodes does The 217 Today Podcast have?The podcast currently has 89 episodes available.