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 233 episodes available.

The 217 Today Podcast episodes:

August 27, 2025 217 Today: In court, hallucinations can overshadow A.I.’s promise in closing ‘access to justice’ gap
In today’s deep dive, a Central Illinois attorney was sanctioned for using A.I. in a brief with hallucinated cases.
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12min
August 26, 2025 217 Today: Looking back on a century of broadcasting, Jim Meadows retires after years of reporting
In 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.
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13min
August 25, 2025 217 Today: Champaign-Urbana chancellor talks about federal funding cuts and his new office decor
In today’s deep dive, class is back in session at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and a new chancellor is on campus.
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August 22, 2025 217 Today: How tattoo removal could give some incarcerated Illinoisans a blank slate
In today’s deep dive, tattoo removal programs could help people in Illinois prisons and jails find a fresh start.
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11min
August 21, 2025 217 Today: WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Aug. 21 – Aug. 27
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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10min
August 20, 2025 217 Today: Your food probably traveled a long way before reaching the grocery store. Here’s why
In today’s deep dive, a trip to the produce section of the grocery store can take you around the world. An exploration of why our food travels so far to get to us.
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August 19, 2025 217 Today: Skyglow is erasing the stars, but smarter outdoor lighting can help bring the night back
In today’s deep dive, light pollution means most Americans can’t see the Milky Way anymore. It’s also hurting wildlife, including birds.
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10min
August 18, 2025 217 Today: Illinois Arts Council promotes regional approach: ‘It’s only going to get better’
In today’s deep dive, we'll check in with the agency tasked with promoting the arts all across Illinois.
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10min
August 15, 2025 217 Today: Naturalization ceremony at Illinois State Fair celebrates immigrants
In today’s deep dive, it's the second year in a row in which there was a naturalization ceremony at the Illinois State Fair. We'll talk to some of the nearly 400 new Americans.
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August 14, 2025 217 Today: WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Aug. 14 – Aug. 1
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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10min

FAQs about The 217 Today Podcast:

How many episodes does The 217 Today Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 233 episodes available.