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Illinois residents soon have a big choice to make: who should represent them in the U.S. Senate for the next six years?
217 Today: Farmers may lose a USDA program that helps them adapt to climate change
The federal government created regional climate hubs more than a decade ago, to help producers adapt to climate change. But now funding for the climate hubs is uncertain.
217 Today: Four Republican candidates have thrown their hats in the ring to challenge two-term Governor JB Pritzker in November
Four Republican candidates have thrown their hats in the ring to challenge two-term Governor J-B Pritzker in November.
217 Today: Visa delays, rising costs, tightening restrictions and fear are keeping international artists from visiting the Midwest
Under the Trump administration, rising visa costs and fears at ports of entry are keeping more international artists and musicians away from the Midwest.
217 Today: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Feb. 12 – Feb. 15
A screening of a French musical film, a tribute performance by a Chicago saxophonist, a musical dinner with a buffet of songs, and of course, live music.
217 Today: Meet some of the candidates from Illinois’ second congressional district
Illinois’ 2nd congressional district runs from the south side of Chicago to Champaign and Vermilion counties. Meet some the candidates, including one from a well-known political family.
217 Today: ‘BLKNWS: Terms & Conditions’ film creators discuss crafting a visual album to showcase a Black perspective
‘BLKNWS: Terms & Conditions’ shows at the Colwell Playhouse this Wednesday, February 11, at 5:00 P.M, followed by a Q & A with Joseph Hunt and other production team members.
217 Today: Economics and energy take center stage in this year’s 13th congressional district campaigns
Nikki Budzinski is seeking a third term representing central Illinois in Congress. But she has several Democratic and Republican challengers.
217 Today: A conversation with Sanford Hess, who’s running for the Democratic ticket for Champaign County Executive.
In today’s deep dive, a conversation with Sanford Hess, who’s running for the Democratic ticket for Champaign County Executive.
217 Today: A conversation with Michelle Jett, who’s running for the Democratic ticket for Champaign County Executive.
In today’s deep dive, A conversation with Michelle Jett, who’s running for the Democratic ticket for Champaign County Executive.