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How Donald Trump’s tariffs have — and could — affect Illinois agriculture

January 8, 2025

For his second term, Trump proposed various tariffs on the campaign trail and after his election, including a 60% tariff increase on Chinese imports and an additional 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico.

María Jiménez está con las manos en los bolsillos en un aparcamiento con un mural amarillo y morado de niños y familias.

Qué hacen las familias de Illinois para prepararse ante el temor de ser deportadas durante el segundo mandato de Trump

January 8, 2025

Las escuelas de la zona y organizaciones sin fines de lucro han estado organizando talleres para ayudar a las familias indocumentadas a aprender sobre sus derechos y qué hacer si son cuestionados.

VIDEO: Jimmy Carter’s casket arrives at the US Capitol, where he will lie in state

January 7, 2025

The remains of former President Jimmy Carter arrive in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday, where he will be honored with a ceremony in the U.S. Capitol before lying in state through Thursday morning.

Looking at proposed changes to Medicaid under incoming Trump administration

January 7, 2025

As part of Illinois Public Media’s special series Four More Years: The View from Illinois, The 21st Show discusses proposed changes to Medicaid under President Trump and how Illinois’ Medicaid recipients may be affected.

Dissecting Trump’s proposals for education policies

January 7, 2025

As part of Illinois Public Media’s special series Four More Years: The View from Illinois, the 21st show takes a look at President-elect Donald Trump’s proposals for education policy.

Breaking: Madigan to take witness stand in his corruption trial

January 7, 2025

Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan will take the witness stand in his corruption trial – an unexpected revelation that will likely stretch the already lengthy trial into late January.

María Jiménez stands with their hands in their pockets in a parking lot with a yellow and purple mural of children and families.

What Illinois families are doing to prepare amid fears of being deported during Trump’s second term

January 7, 2025

Area schools and non-profits have been hosting workshops to help undocumented families learn about their rights, and what to do if they are questioned.

What will be the fate of federal workers under new administration?

January 7, 2025

The Department of Government Efficiency is proposing mass layoffs of federal workers, rolling back regulations, and eliminating entire departments. Critics worry that could have very real effects for people around the country … and in Illinois.

Community members of the Champaign-Urbana community sharing thoughts ahead Inauguration Day (Jan. 20) with President-elect, Donald Trump, taking office for a second term

Lack of access anticipated ahead of second Trump term

January 6, 2025

Many central Illinoisans are concerned about a second presidency of Donald J. Trump, who takes the oath of office on January 20, 2025 at 11am CT.

Local journalism tax credit application window opens

January 6, 2025

News organizations in Illinois can now apply to receive tax credits for journalists that were on their payroll in 2024.

Trump is certified as the 2024 election winner without challenge, in stark contrast to 2021 violence

January 6, 2025

Congress certified President-elect Donald Trump as the winner of the 2024 election in proceedings that unfolded Monday without violence or mayhem, in stark contrast to the Jan. 6, 2021, violence as his mob of supporters stormed the Capitol.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces his resignation

January 6, 2025

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his resignation, telling the nation that “internal battles” mean he “cannot be the best option” in the next election.

Winter closings, delays, and e-learning days for Monday, January 6

January 6, 2025

Many schools switched to e-learning days. Many local city and county offices are closed for the day.

Bitter cold temperatures force local school districts to implement E-Learning day tomorrow

Dangerous cold in central Illinois through midweek

Champaign County GOP leader hails Trump’s return

Inauguration Day Latest: Trump issues pardons for Jan. 6 rioters and signs more executive actions

VIDEO: Donald Trump sworn in as 47th president

217 Today: Trump’s Green Card proposal for international students sparks doubt. Here’s why.

How Donald Trump’s tariffs have — and could — affect Illinois agriculture

Qué hacen las familias de Illinois para prepararse ante el temor de ser deportadas durante el segundo mandato de Trump

VIDEO: Jimmy Carter’s casket arrives at the US Capitol, where he will lie in state

Looking at proposed changes to Medicaid under incoming Trump administration

Dissecting Trump’s proposals for education policies

Breaking: Madigan to take witness stand in his corruption trial

What Illinois families are doing to prepare amid fears of being deported during Trump’s second term

What will be the fate of federal workers under new administration?

Lack of access anticipated ahead of second Trump term

Local journalism tax credit application window opens

Trump is certified as the 2024 election winner without challenge, in stark contrast to 2021 violence

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces his resignation

Winter closings, delays, and e-learning days for Monday, January 6