217 Today: Veterans showcase their artwork surrounding Veterans Day
In today’s deep dive, a group of veterans is coming together this month to showcase their artwork.
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Sen. Tammy Duckworth talks SNAP, ICE agents, Alive Day anniversary on 21st Show
The longest federal government shutdown seems to be inching closer to its end. In a previously taped interview with the 21st show, Senator Tammy Duckworth discusses aviation safety, SNAP, ICE agents, and what this upcoming Veteran’s Day means to her.
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‘If All The Sky Were Paper,’ a play about veterans, is brought to life on stage in Urbana
Andrew Carroll traveled across the globe collecting wartime letters. He visited almost 40 countries, including Iraq and Afghanistan, and from the artifacts he found, crafted a story about the war letters.
Now, his nonfiction book, “If All the Sky Were Paper,” will be brought to life on stage. -
Snow comes to an end in Central Illinois
There will be a 30-50% chance of at least minor impacts from lake effect snow tonight into Monday morning over portions of Champaign and Vermilion Counties.
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Farmers are desperate for workers. They want Trump to make it easier to hire foreign labor
The U.S. agricultural industry depends on undocumented immigrants, but President Trump’s immigration crackdown is further depleting an already tight workforce.
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217 Today: Farmers are desperate for workers. They want Trump to make it easier to hire foreign labor
In today’s deep dive, American agriculture depends on foreign workers. President Trump’s immigration clampdown is shrinking a farm workforce that was already too small, and farm groups are sounding the alarm.
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School closings/delays for Monday, November 9
Clinton Community School District #15 will be closed Monday due to a power outage.
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Senate, including Durbin, takes first step toward ending the government shutdown
In the end, only five Democrats switched their votes — the exact number that Republicans needed, including Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin, the No. 2 Democrat.
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Infant botulism in 10 US states linked to formula being recalled
No deaths were reported. The formula is sold online and through major retailers. Infant botulism is caused by a bacterium that produces toxins in the large intestine.
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Off My Neck: From Cotton Fields To U.S. Marshal
Robert Moore Central Illinois’ first Black U.S. Marshal shares details on his journey through the Illinois State Police and how he fought for civil rights within the realm of law enforcement.
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‘Our strength lies in letting many identities thrive’: U of I celebrates South Asian cultures
The hypnotic tunes of South Asian music merged with the sound of ghungroo bells, as dozens of audience members clapped and moved along with dancers Thursday night, many joining in to sing familiar South Asian tunes.
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What to know about 10% reduction in flights at US airports caused by the government shutdown
U.S. airports in cities like New York, Chicago and Los Angeles. The FAA is imposing the reductions to take pressure off air traffic controllers who are working without pay during the shutdown.
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Some SNAP-eligible Illinoisans could receive partial payments starting Friday
After a federal judge ruled the Trump administration needed to make partial payments, the Illinois Department of Human Services said some Illinoisans could see benefits as early as this weekend.
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State Rep. Sharon Chung wants Gov. JB Pritzker to back off State Farm
State Rep. Sharon Chung of Bloomington helped defeat a bill that would have allowed the state to regulate homeowners insurance rates.
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Danville schools say student social media post was unrelated to anonymous threat on Monday
Danville School District 118 dismissed all schools today because of an anonymous threat. There are no injuries to students or staff.
