The 217 Today Podcast

By Illinois Public Media - WILL

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

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How many episodes does The 217 Today Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 277 episodes available.

The 217 Today Podcast episodes:

October 30, 2025 217 Today: Downstate jury finds ex-cop guilty of second-degree murder for fatally shooting Sonya Massey
In today’s deep dive, the conviction against former deputy sheriff Sean Grayson, who is white, carries a potential sentence of between four and 20 years.
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October 29, 2025 217 Today: ‘National Math Stars’ wants to identify and support Illinois’ youngest math minds
In today’s deep dive, a group of Illinois students has joined a program to foster the nation's top math minds.
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October 28, 2025 217 Today: Good gourd! These Midwesterners are raising giant pumpkins that weigh as much as a car
In today’s deep dive, raising giant pumpkins is a labor of love for some Midwest growers. And the pumpkins keep getting bigger and bigger.
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October 27, 2025 217 Today: Jury could decide the fate of Sean Grayson in his murder trial this week
In today’s deep dive, the murder trial of Sean Grayson resumes today. He is the former Sangamon County sheriff's deputy who shot and killed Sonya Massey last year.
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October 24, 2025 217 Today: U of I satellite was delivered to space. It will study space weather and how it affects us on Earth
In today’s deep dive, a University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign designed satellite was delivered to Earth’s outer atmosphere. We’ll learn more about how it will make a difference for technology on Earth.
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October 23, 2025 217 Today: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Oct. 23 – Oct. 26
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about what is coming to the Central Illinois area in the world of arts, culture and entertainment.
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October 21, 2025 217 Today: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Huff Hall celebrates 100th anniversary
In today’s deep dive, Huff Hall at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year.
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October 20, 2025 217 Today: Drought is shrinking Mississippi River levels — again. That’s a big problem for farmers
In today’s deep dive, the Mississippi River is running low south of Illinois. And that means shipping products like fertilizer will cost more.
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October 17, 2025 217 Today: Drought across the county is taking a toll on trees across Illinois. What can you do?
In today’s deep dive, more than half of Champaign County is currently in extreme drought.
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October 16, 2025 217 Today: WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Oct. 16 – Oct. 19
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about what is coming to the Central Illinois area in the world of arts, culture and entertainment.
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11min

FAQs about The 217 Today Podcast:

How many episodes does The 217 Today Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 277 episodes available.