217 Today: Good gourd! These Midwesterners are raising giant pumpkins that weigh as much as a car
In today’s deep dive, raising giant pumpkins is a labor of love for some Midwest growers. And the pumpkins keep getting bigger and bigger.
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217 Today: Jury could decide the fate of Sean Grayson in his murder trial this week
In today’s deep dive, the murder trial of Sean Grayson resumes today. He is the former Sangamon County sheriff’s deputy who shot and killed Sonya Massey last year.
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217 Today: U of I satellite was delivered to space. It will study space weather and how it affects us on Earth
In today’s deep dive, a University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign designed satellite was delivered to Earth’s outer atmosphere. We’ll learn more about how it will make a difference for technology on Earth.
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217 Today: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Oct. 23 – Oct. 26
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: A year after statewide picket, Galesburg prison still plagued by drugs, violence, understaffing
In today’s deep dive, Illinois prisons are scanning mail to keep drugs out but staff say violence and drugs are still a problem at Hill Correctional Center in Galesburg.
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217 Today: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Huff Hall celebrates 100th anniversary
In today’s deep dive, Huff Hall at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year.
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217 Today: Drought is shrinking Mississippi River levels — again. That’s a big problem for farmers
In today’s deep dive, the Mississippi River is running low south of Illinois. And that means shipping products like fertilizer will cost more.
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217 Today: Drought across the county is taking a toll on trees across Illinois. What can you do?
In today’s deep dive, more than half of Champaign County is currently in extreme drought.
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217 Today: WILL Call: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Oct. 16 – Oct. 19
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: Drought is shrinking Mississippi River levels — again. That’s a big problem for farmers
In today’s deep dive, the Mississippi River is running low south of Illinois. And that means shipping products like fertilizer will cost more.
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217 Today: University of Illinois wheelchair athlete wins Chicago Marathon
In today’s deep dive, University of Illinois wheelchair athlete Susannah Scaroni won the Chicago Marathon on Sunday.
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217 Today: How does the weather affect autumn leaf colors?
In today’s deep dive, we’re getting closer to peak fall leaf color season. Find out specifically why the leaves turn yellow and how weather can affect the colors.
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217 Today: Farmers caught in Trump’s trade war wait for bailout. But many call it a temporary fix
In today’s deep dive, the Trump administration is promising billions in a bailout for farmers affected by tariffs and facing a tough economy this year.
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217 Today: What’s Happening in Central Illinois Oct. 9 – Oct. 12
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: Americans are drinking less. What does that mean for winemakers in the Heartland?
In today’s deep dive, the grape harvest for wine is in full swing. But in some regions, the last few years have been tough.
