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It's been three years since Russia’s latest invasion of Ukraine. We talked today with Ian Kelly, ambassador in residence at Northwestern University, about where the war stands now and how it goes forward with dwindling US support.

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Coming up today: It’s been three years since Russia invaded Ukraine — again. Now President Trump is pushing the U.S. government to side with Russia in the war. We’ll talk about it with Illinois-based former Ambassador Ian Kelly. Join us live at 11 Central: will.illinois.edu/am/willplayer

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In this week's politics roundup, @wbez.org's Dave McKinney discusses Gov. Pritzker comparing the Trump administration to Nazi Germany in Wednesday's state of the state and budget address. Plus, Linda Kenyon takes us through the latest news out of Washington.

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There's a new exhibit traveling across Illinois about the history of Illinois' Underground Railroad. We speak with members of Looking for Lincoln, the exhibit curators, as well as a historian about history the exhibit showcases. youtu.be/L7sNLJ6WHH8

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In today's Reporter Roundtable, we visit Carbondale and Southern Illinois and speak with reporters from The Daily Egyptian. youtu.be/Q2XxlRSihlg

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Coming up today: -We'll look at the headlines in Carbondale. -We'll talk about Governor Pritzker drawing parallels between the Nazis of history and the Republicans of today. -And we’ll talk about the history of the Underground Railroad in Illinois. Join us at 11: will.illinois.edu/am/willplayer

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Two historians featured on the new @pbs.org series "Great Migrations" discuss the role movement has played in Black history especially in relation to Illinois.

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The head of Illinois State Police talks about partnering with local organizations to bring down the homicide rate in East St. Louis.

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We're LIVE right now talking for a bit longer with Brenden Kelly, director of the Illinois State Police. Plus, we'll talk with experts from the new PBS series Great Migrations. Join us: will.illinois.edu/am/willplayer

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Two policy experts offer reactions and analysis of @govpritzker.illinois.gov 's seventh budget address.

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We've been live in Springfield this morning bringing you conversations with Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch and Republican Minority Leader Tony McCombie. Stay with us for coverage of the Governor's State of the State and budget address: will.illinois.edu/am/willplayer

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We're getting ready to bring you the Governor's State of the State and budget address live from Springfield, along with conversations with the Democratic and Republican House leaders. Join us at 11 a.m. for the show, then stay with us at noon for the speech. Listen: will.illinois.edu/am/willplayer

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Tune into our live coverage of the 2025 State of the State Address by @govpritzker.illinois.gov with @brianmackey.com starting Wednesday at 12 P.M. CT. will.illinois.edu/21stshow

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@govpritzker.illinois.gov will deliver his state of the state address tomorrow in Springfield. We'll broadcast live from the Capitol. When you think about how the state spends money, what comes to mind? Is there a service or program you rely on that you're worried might be cut?

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A journalist who covers higher education and an official who oversees research at South Illinois University School of Medicine discuss how cuts to NIH are impacting Illinois universities.

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An expert who researches the domestic political consequences of foreign aid and the head of the Soybean Innovation Lab at University of Illinois discuss the ramifications of ending federal funding to USAID in Illinois.

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The producer and director of the film "My Mama Joe: Hope and Help" as well as two Alzheimer's researchers join the conversation on issues related to the disease in the Black community.

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@alexdegman.bsky.social with @wbez.org discusses how officials in Illinois are pushing back against recent moves by the Trump administration.

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Are we living in an age of anger?

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Coming up: Have you noticed that people seem angrier? According to a recent “mood of the nation” survey, nine in 10 Americans from across the political spectrum say a recent political or news event got their blood boiling. We'll talk about it live at 11:

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Two policy experts weigh in on all that has happened in the first two weeks of President Trump's second term.

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We're live talking about the latest in the Trump administration. You can sound off throughout the hour: -Email: [email protected] -Text us: (217) 803-0730 -Call us: (800) 222-9455

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Today on the program: We're two weeks into the second Trump administration. We'll talk live with @nicholasgrossman.bsky.social and UIUC professor Malaika McKee about the state of affairs. We'll also hear how Illinoisans are processing it all. Join us at 11 a.m. Central:

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In today's politics roundtable, we talked about the corruption trial of former Illinois House speaker Michael Madigan. We also discussed how Illinois has been affected by the Trump administration's attempt to pause government spending. www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHUk...

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Happy Lunar New Year to all who celebrate! As we enter the Year of the Snake, we are joined by Jui-Ching Wang, Professor of Music Education at Northern Illinois University to talk about the importance of music of the Spring Festival. youtu.be/4x_S3xDUhqA

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In today's Reporter Roundtable, we speak with WCBU's Tim Shelley about stories making headlines in Peoria. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xkve...

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Our interview with Governor JB Pritzker: www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjzT...

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The conversation mentioned in the graphic: www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjzT...

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It's Friday, and time for our week in review: -We'll catch up on the latest news out of Peoria. -We'll hear about how this week's federal funding freeze affected Illinois and beyond. -We’ll ring in the Lunar New Year and the Year of the Snake. Join us at 11:

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Coming up today: There's been widespread confusion (and a court fight) after the Trump administration froze areas of government spending, affecting hundreds of programs from Head Start to Meals on Wheels. We’ll talk about it. What questions do you have? Join us at 11 a.m.:

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A scholar from @columbiauniversity.bsky.social analyzes how both Gandhi and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. approached the subject of non-violent movements, and whether it’s still relevant today.

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Experts involved in both the cannabis and hemp industries give their take on the debate.

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Do hemp products need to go through stricter regulations?

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Coming up today: Intoxicating products made from hemp have built up a market in Illinois. We'll talk about why regulating it has been a challenge. How much do you see these for sale at stores around you? Should they be regulated like marijuana? Share your thoughts with us, and join us at 11.

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Fire safety experts offer tips for fire prevention.

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Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul discusses how the state is handling the new federal immigration policies as well as his personal perspective on birthright citizenship.

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Coming up today: - A conversation with Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul about immigration and more. - Amid the destruction of the LA wildfires, we'll talk about fire safety in Illinois, and what we can do to safeguard ourselves and our homes. Join us at 11: will.illinois.edu/am/willplayer

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Illinois AG Kwame Raoul on legal landscape under Trump...Tune in Monday at 11 a.m. CT.

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Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out the Illinois Snow Sculpting Competition taking place in Rockford. youtu.be/ULeH7BhwpdU

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In today's Reporter Roundtable, we take our coverage to Champaign-Urbana and talk about the latest stories making headlines, including an open letter from the ACLU to the University of Illinois and H Mart opening in Urbana. youtu.be/e3Jv1_w_T8I

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The host of a podcast focused on the rising costs of healthcare and the VP of @unduemeddebt.bsky.social discuss how to combat medical debt. www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBfo...

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@govpritzker.illinois.gov shares his thoughts on some of the executive orders issued by President Trump in his first week and how Illinois plans to react to some of these measures.

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Join us at 11 a.m. for a conversation with Governor J.B. Pritzker!

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Political experts share their analysis of President Trump's first moves in office. www.youtube.com/watch?v=ATzG...

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@govpritzker.illinois.gov joins us to talk about his plans for Illinois and his reaction to the first full day of the second Trump administration. Tune in Wednesday at 11 a.m. CT. will.illinois.edu/21stshow

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We're LIVE at 11 a.m. Central to talk about the first 24 hours of the second Trump administration ... from the inauguration to his executive orders to bigger historical perspective. We'll also hear how our fellow Illinoisans are taking it. Join us: will.illinois.edu/am/willplayer

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Public libraries make books, DVDs and other media accessible to the masses. In some places they're also letting patrons check out stand mixers, guitars and power drills, among other things. We talk with librarians in Moline and Chatham about the "Library of Things" movement.

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We're just a couple weeks into 2025, and a lot's already happened in Illinois politics. We talk with @chicago.suntimes.com's Jon Seidel about former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan taking the stand in his own trial, and Statehouse reporter Peter Hancock on shakeups in the legislature.

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For today's reporter roundtable, we take a trip to northern Illinois to talk about stories making headlines in Rockford and DeKalb, including an apartment fire in DeKalb with continued repercussions and Rockford approving a $9.5 wrongful conviction settlement. youtu.be/uq7whACLH9I

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