The 217 Today Podcast

First elected in 2016, Susana Mendoza has been Illinois’ comptroller for nearly a decade. Now, she’s stepping aside. And four Democrats are vying for the seat.

The Jupiter String Quartet, a pet supply sale, the Lucky Dog 5K, and of course, live music. 

In western Illinois, there are gravel roads cut through open prairie, writer and Knox College professor Cyn Kitchen has been paying attention to seasons, to loss, and to faith.

Protein is everywhere, from Starbucks lattes to new dietary guidelines, which ask Americans to prioritize protein. But nutrition experts are wondering whether or not the protein craze is warranted.

Mosses are the underdogs of the plant world. Now, a group of scientists is coming together to protect them.

Since Monday, we've seen a LOT of rain in central Illinois, but is it enough to end the drought? The state climatologist tells us why we have a long way to go.

A screening of an Oscar-nominated film, opening nights of two plays, a tournament for a Quidditch-inspired sport, a cat show,and, of course, live music.

Illinois schools counted on federal grants to ease a shortage of school psychologists. After cancellation and a year of court battles, the future’s uncertain.

State Farm is sharing some of its profits with policyholders after having success last year. 

The story behind the new Flyover movie studios in Rantoul. The studio launched only a few years ago – but it’s already being recognized by state leaders for bringing notable economic growth to Illinois.