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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 160 episodes available.
September 08, 2025217 Today: What to know about algal blooms after Mattoon’s recent water crisisIn today’s deep dive, an algal bloom in Mattoon's water reservoirs forced the city to place a do-not-drink order in place this earlier this summer....more10minPlay
September 05, 2025217 Today: Rantoul Mayor Samuel Hall talks first 100 days, engaging with youth, supporting economic developmentIn today’s deep dive, Rantoul’s mayor says he’s been listening to the community for his first 100 days in office. Now, Samuel Hall says he’s focused on supporting local businesses and building an inclusive vision for the village. ...more12minPlay
September 04, 2025217 Today: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Sep. 4 – Sep. 7In 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
September 03, 2025217 Today: U of I will offer students on-campus abortion access starting this fall, following new Illinois lawIn today’s deep dive, the University of Illinois will soon offer abortion services through a partnership with Planned Parenthood....more10minPlay
September 02, 2025217 Today: “KPop Demon Hunters” lead actress Arden Cho talks about her days at the University of IllinoisIn today’s deep dive, “KPop Demon Hunters” is the number one, original movie on Netflix. And the film’s lead actress, Arden Cho, is a University of Illinois graduate. ...more0minPlay
August 29, 2025217 Today: Jim Meadows signs off for the final timeIn today’s deep dive, a final conversation with Illinois Public Media’s Jim Meadows after 25 years of reporting and hosting, he’s stepping into retirement....more12minPlay
August 28, 2025217 Today: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Aug. 28 – Aug. 31In 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
August 27, 2025217 Today: In court, hallucinations can overshadow A.I.’s promise in closing ‘access to justice’ gapIn today’s deep dive, a Central Illinois attorney was sanctioned for using A.I. in a brief with hallucinated cases....more12minPlay
August 26, 2025217 Today: Looking back on a century of broadcasting, Jim Meadows retires after years of reportingIn today’s deep dive, after 25 years covering city council meetings, storms and state fairs, Jim Meadows is about to retire from reporting here on Illinois Public Media....more13minPlay
August 25, 2025217 Today: Champaign-Urbana chancellor talks about federal funding cuts and his new office decorIn today’s deep dive, class is back in session at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and a new chancellor is on campus....more0minPlay
FAQs about The 217 Today Podcast:How many episodes does The 217 Today Podcast have?The podcast currently has 160 episodes available.