The Power and Complexity of African American Vernacular English
We explore African American Vernacular English (AAVE), featuring linguistics expert Dr. Sharese King from the University of Chicago.
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217 Today: Thinking of biking to work? These Champaign County residents shared why they did.
In today’s deep dive, Bike to Work Day was this week in Champaign County. We’ll bring you an audio postcard from three cyclists sharing why they ride their bikes and what would make it easier to go for a bike ride in the area.
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217 Today: WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Sep. 11 – Sep. 14
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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217 Today: When will beef prices drop? We asked a rancher, a butcher and an economist
In today’s deep dive, beef is as expensive as it’s ever been, thanks to the high cost of cattle. Retailers of all sizes have upped their prices on steak and hamburger.
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217 Today: Surfing in America’s heartland? You can catch waves even if you’re far from the ocean
In today’s deep dive, surfing isn’t just an ocean sport anymore. Landlocked residents from Wisconsin to central Texas are also catching waves.
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217 Today: What to know about algal blooms after Mattoon’s recent water crisis
In today’s deep dive, an algal bloom in Mattoon’s water reservoirs forced the city to place a do-not-drink order in place this earlier this summer.
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Creating Community: BIPOC Artists Share Their Stories Around the Block
In this episode of Dialogue, we explore the vibrant local art scene through the lens of Parkland College’s Giertz Gallery exhibition “Around the Block: Artists from Our Neighborhood.” Now in its fifth year, this juried community exhibition showcases 84 regional artists and celebrates the diverse creative voices that call Champaign-Urbana home. Through intimate conversations at…
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217 Today: Rantoul Mayor Samuel Hall talks first 100 days, engaging with youth, supporting economic development
In today’s deep dive, Rantoul’s mayor says he’s been listening to the community for his first 100 days in office. Now, Samuel Hall says he’s focused on supporting local businesses and building an inclusive vision for the village.
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217 Today: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Sep. 4 – Sep. 7
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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217 Today: U of I will offer students on-campus abortion access starting this fall, following new Illinois law
In today’s deep dive, the University of Illinois will soon offer abortion services through a partnership with Planned Parenthood.
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217 Today: “KPop Demon Hunters” lead actress Arden Cho talks about her days at the University of Illinois
In today’s deep dive, “KPop Demon Hunters” is the number one, original movie on Netflix. And the film’s lead actress, Arden Cho, is a University of Illinois graduate.
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217 Today: Jim Meadows signs off for the final time
In today’s deep dive, a final conversation with Illinois Public Media’s Jim Meadows after 25 years of reporting and hosting he’s stepping into retirement.
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217 Today: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Aug. 28 – Aug. 31
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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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.
