217 Today: U.S. farmers were already struggling to turn a profit. Trump’s trade war will make that harder
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn how tariffs are likely to make things more expensive for farmers.
217 Today: How jazz music helped bring unity to a South African university
In today’s deep dive, we’ll listen to a conversation with Darius and Catherine Brubeck about their book, which follows the path to establishing a jazz education program in apartheid-era South Africa.
217 Today: ‘Quantum Voyages’ comes back to life at the Krannert Center with a new musical twist
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about the play “Quantum Voyages” and the new rendition that features a musical twist.
217 Today: What’s Happening in Champaign – Urbana Apr. 17 – Apr. 20
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn more about what is coming to Central Illinois in the world of art, culture and entertainment.
217 Today: Many hospitals use AI but few are testing for accuracy and bias
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn that many hospitals use AI but few are testing for accuracy and bias.
217 Today: Investigative reporters discuss possible cancer cluster in Piatt County
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn how community members are raising concerns about the rates of brain cancer in Piatt County, but advocates say Illinois’ public health department has been slow to investigate.
217 Today: Illinois proposes a victim-first approach to combat human trafficking
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about a bill that proposes using a victim-first approach to combat human trafficking in Illinois.
217 Today: Local food advocates try to patch supply chain gaps after the USDA cuts programs
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn how food advocates are trying to patch supply chain gaps after the USDA cuts programs.
217 Today: What’s Happening in Champaign – Urbana Apr. 10 – Apr. 13
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about what is coming to Central Illinois in the world of art, culture and entertainment.
217 Today: How Trump’s tariffs could threaten construction and housing affordability in Champaign-Urbana
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn why economists worry that recent tariffs could drive up housing prices in central Illinois.
217 Today: Chicago Fulbright scholar ‘embarrassed to be American’ after Trump cut funding for her work in Africa
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn how a Chicago Fulbright scholar sees firsthand how President Trump’s efforts to slash government spending are changing how the world sees Americans.
217 Today: There’s a growing call to restrict junk food purchases by SNAP users, but experts say it’s complex
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about proposed bills introduced this year in Congress that seek to restrict what SNAP recipients can buy.
217 Today: How a hidden box of love letters became a historical memoir of WWII
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about a new memoir from local author Larry Schnell that explores the little-known role of music in war.
217 Today: What’s Happening in Champaign – Urbana Apr. 03 – Apr. 06
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about what is coming to Champaign County in the world of arts, culture and entertainment.
217 Today: Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend celebrates its sixteenth year in April
In today’s deep dive, we’ll learn about what goes into preparing for the Christie Clinic Illinois Race Weekend and what it means for the community.