Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2022
Today’s headlines:
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The latest COVID-19 surge caused by omicron is due, in part, to people following outdated advice on rapid testing and large gatherings over the holidays, according to medical expert Dr. Sadiya Khan.
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Urbana Middle School will stay remote for the rest of this week.
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Illinois Democrats are predicting action this spring on an anti-crime package in Springfield.
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn how suicide companion programs in prisons can increase trauma. Warning: This story contains descriptions of self-harm.
217 Today is produced by Farrah Anderson. Reporting today contributed by Alex Degman, Emily Hays, Dave McKinney, Lauren Bavis and Jake Harper.
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