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2025-26 Roger Ebert Fellows discuss “One Battle After Another” | Illinois Public Media
March 02, 2026 Jin Wang, Paige Gaines, Michael Phillps and Amir Rehab at WILL Studios after discussing "One Battle After Another" Like "Sinners" and precious little else in recent American movies, Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" is brazen, provocative, unruly and divisive. It's also winning most of the major film awards this season. And it's an experience worthy of a big screen.
217 Today: Illinois residents soon have a big choice to make: who should represent them in the U.S. Senate for the next six years | Illinois Public Media
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 Today’s headlines: The death of the Reverend Jesse Jackson on Tuesday brings new attention to his presence across downstate Illinois. Federal immigration agents will now need a judicial warrant to enter buildings controlled by Champaign County. The NAACP Illinois chapter hosted a forum on Sunday in Champaign for three Illinois Democrats running for U.S. Senate.
217 Today: Farmers may lose a USDA program that helps them adapt to climate change | Illinois Public Media
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 Today’s headlines: Tax season is here. And as people prepare their tax returns, some may wonder: Can artificial intelligence help me with that? Governor JB Pritzker will present his 8th budget on Wednesday amid tremendous uncertainty over federal funding. A Republican State Senator from Central Illinois is proposing a series of bills he says would boost consumer protections and limit utility rate hikes.
Longtime civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson dies at 84
The Rev. Jesse Jackson, an American civil rights leader, minister, and politician, who was a protégé of Martin Luther King Jr. and in the 1980s reshaped Democratic politics with two galvanizing presidential campaigns, died Tuesday at the age of 84. “Our father was a servant leader — not only to our family, but to the oppressed, the voiceless, and the overlooked around the world,” the Jackson family said in a statement.
WILL Call: What's Happening in Champaign-Urbana Mar. 27
Listen to Kimberly Schofield and Steve Morck talk about weekend events on IPM News AM 580 and FM 90.9 – Wednesdays at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m., and Thursdays at 5:44 p.m. Assassins opens at Station Theatre in Urbana Time: 7:30 p.m. (Thursday, Friday, and Saturday shows) Location: Urbana Details: Tony-winning Sondheim musical exploring the lives of nine people who all assassinated or attempted to assassinate a President of the United States.
WILL Call: What's Happening in Champaign-Urbana Jan. 30
Listen to Kimberly Schofield and Steve Morck talk about weekend events on IPM News AM 580 and FM 90.9 – Wednesdays at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m., and Thursdays at 5:44 p.m. February Dance Time: 7:30 p.m. Location: Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, Urbana Details: Celebrate the dance department and works from the University of Illinois. Runs through Saturday, February 1st.
WILL Call: What's Happening in Champaign-Urbana Jan. 23
Listen to Kimberly Schofield and Steve Morck talk about weekend events on IPM News AM 580 and FM 90.9 – Wednesdays at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m., and Thursdays at 5:44 p.m. Backyard BBQ Band Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Location: Rose Bowl Tavern, Urbana Details: Part of Americana Happy Hour. Enjoy original songs, traditional country, blues, western swing, jazz, and more.
217 Today: Illinois law requires transparency when police kill people. Many cases stay in the dark
Monday, December 9, 2024 https://ipmnewsroom.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/217-Today-12_9_24_01.mp3 Today’s headlines: Seventeen Republican governors and several farm groups are urging Congress to reauthorize the farm bill before the end of the year. With the holidays just around the corner, the Champaign Urbana Autism Network hosted a sensory-friendly breakfast with Santa yesterday. Student DJs from the University of Illinois showcased their work at an event in Urbana last week.
217 Today: Sexually abusive calls burden 988 mental health crisis line counselors. They want more protection | Illinois Public Media
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 Today's headlines: The Senate has failed to advance a Democratic bill protecting IVF, or in vitro fertilization. The Danville city council voted to limit the number of cannabis dispensaries in the city to three. More students are missing more days of school since the pandemic. A federal jury in Chicago is deliberating the case of former AT&T Illinois president Paul La Schiazza, who is accused of bribing powerful Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan.
217 Today: Reports detail the lack of mental and behavioral health providers for northern Illinois kids
Tuesday, August 6, 2024 Today’s headlines: Bangladeshi students in Champaign struggled to reach their families during communication blackouts this weekend. In the wake of 36-year-old Sonya Massey’s killing, her family, as well as criminal justice experts, are calling for police reform. The Kamala Harris presidential campaign is tapping some Illinois Republicans to help get her into office.
217 Today: How farmers and livestock producers are using drones, another tool in the toolbox
Monday, August 5, 2024 Today’s headlines: When local schools start in mid-August, some familiar faces will be missing among the teachers. The Environmental Protection Agency has issued an emergency fuel waiver for four states — including Illinois — to help alleviate gasoline shortages. Illinois tax revenues are off to a robust start during the first full month of the state’s fiscal year, despite upticks in inflation and unemployment.
217 Today: Scientists find success deterring invasive carp with underwater acoustics
Friday, May 17, 2024 https://ipmnewsroom.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/217-Today-5_17_24_01.mp3 Today’s headlines: The public can now view and comment on three proposed boundary maps for Urbana’s seven City Council wards at the city’s website. Illinois’ rules against hazing could get a little stronger. State lawmakers across the U.S. including Illinois gathered this week to advocate for work permits for all immigrants.
217 Today: What you need to know about bird flu, your food and risk to humans
Friday, May 10, 2024 https://ipmnewsroom.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/217-Today-5_10_24_mixdown_01.mp3 Today’s headlines: Illinois families are once again pushing for the state legislature to pass a permanent child tax credit this spring. Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker’s office is warning state department directors that they’ll have to cut their budgets if lawmakers don’t agree to revenue increases.
WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Apr. 11 – Apr. 14 - IPM Newsroom
https://ipmnewsroom.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/NEWS20240410_WILLCall_2Way.wav Listen to Kimberly Schofield and Owen Henderson talk about weekend events on IPM News AM 580 and FM 90.9 – Wednesdays at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m., and Thursdays at 5:44 p.m. CLYDE’S at Heartland Theatre Company Date & Time: Thursday, April 11th, 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 12th, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 13th, 7:30 p.m. Sunday, April 14th, 2:00 p.m. (followed by discussion) Location: Heartland Theatre Company, Normal...
WILL Call: What’s Happening in Champaign-Urbana Apr. 04 – Apr. 07 - IPM Newsroom
https://ipmnewsroom.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/NEWS20240403_WILLCall_2Way.wav Listen to Kimberly Schofield and Steve Morck talk about weekend events on IPM News AM 580 and FM 90.9 – Wednesdays at 6:45 and 8:45 a.m., and Thursdays at 5:44 p.m. Black Square at Krannert Center for the Performing Arts Date & Time: Thursday, April 4th, 7:30 p.m. Location: Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, Urbana Details: Don’t miss the futuristic opera “Black Square,” a tragicomic love story blending...
2024 Eberfellows review Bob Marley: One Love | Illinois Public Media
February 14, 2024 The 2024 University of Illinois Ebertfellows, Caroline Tadla, Stephanie Wayda and Hannah Brazas-Mata are joined by Chicago Tribune film critic Michael Phillips in the WILL Studios to discuss the new Bob Marley biopic, Bob Marley: One Love. The Ebertfellows will return in April to discuss the 2024 Ebertfest.
217 Today: Trans Americans are fleeing to Illinois. Here’s why | Illinois Public Media
November 17, 2023 Today's headlines: Governor J.B. Pritzker is stepping in with new funding to help Chicago deal with its immigration crisis. Even though it’s been unseasonably warm this week, Illinois Transportation officials say winter weather is coming and they want you to be ready. The Urbana Police hired a consulting firm this year to evaluate the department. The firm is seeking input from Urbana residents on how — and if — officers should handle many types of calls for service.
217 Today: Trans Americans are fleeing to Illinois. Here’s why
November 17, 2023 https://ipmnewsroom.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/217-Today-11_17_23_01.mp3 Today’s headlines: Governor J.B. Pritzker is stepping in with new funding to help Chicago deal with its immigration crisis. Even though it’s been unseasonably warm this week, Illinois Transportation officials say winter weather is coming and they want you to be ready. The Urbana Police hired a consulting firm this year to evaluate the department.
217 Today: Alana Banks made history as the first Black, transgender woman on a school board in the United States. How is she doing now? | Illinois Public Media
November 16, 2023 Today's headlines: Rising seas, hotter summers, and more rain are all on the way—and in some cases are already here. The Biden Administration’s National Climate Assessment is out and the findings for the Midwest aren’t all dire. A new project called PrEP for Teens is looking to increase the number of teenagers taking the medicine that can prevent HIV through a social media campaign. An earthquake with a 3.6 magnitude originated from Putnam County yesterday morning.
CHGO's Luke Stuckmeyer joins show on Apple Podcasts
We're back with the second edition of Connections. This week we're joined with Cody's co-worker and co-host of the CHGO Cubs Podcast, Luke Stuckmeyer. Luke has worked in the Chicago media industry for close to two decades, most notably at NBC Sports Chicago, covering the Cubs. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/connectionspod/support
Illini Men Drop Big Ten Opener in Rosemont
The Illinois Men’s basketball team played their Big Ten opener last night in Rosemont, losing 72-68 in overtime to Northwestern. Illini coach Brad Underwood was happy with his team's defense ... but he was disappointed with their ball-handling. Leading the way for the Illini was Leron Black with 15 points and seven rebounds. Behind him Te'jon Lucas and Mark Alstork and 14 points apience.
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