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WNIJ offers academic internships throughout the year. We are thrilled to be working this semester with these very talent...
02/07/2025

WNIJ offers academic internships throughout the year. We are thrilled to be working this semester with these very talented students from Northern Illinois University

Josh Koroscik is the owner and head chef of Wild Carrot Cooking Company in Waterman, Illinois. Read more on this week's ...
02/07/2025

Josh Koroscik is the owner and head chef of Wild Carrot Cooking Company in Waterman, Illinois. Read more on this week's Community Spotlight:

Josh Koroscik is the owner and head chef of Wild Carrot Cooking Company in Waterman, Illinois.

NPR is keeping pace with the news this week. Here's an easy-to-follow daily rundown of this week's coverage from the nat...
02/07/2025

NPR is keeping pace with the news this week. Here's an easy-to-follow daily rundown of this week's coverage from the national stage:

An attempt to identify and explain some of the biggest things that happened each week, and draw attention to some that have been overlooked.

02/07/2025

Listen to Rockford Poet Christopher D. Sims share his thoughts about Diversity Equity and Inclusion on today's Poetically Yours during Here and Now and All Things Considered on 89.5 WNIJ or at 3:59 p.m. on 90.5 WNIU. Listen anytime on WNIJ.org.

On today's Perspective, Beth Schewe urges empathy as she uncovers her own grandmother's journey as a migrant.
02/07/2025

On today's Perspective, Beth Schewe urges empathy as she uncovers her own grandmother's journey as a migrant.

Beth Schewe urges empathy as she uncovers her own grandmother's journey as a migrant.

The lawsuit, filed Thursday in federal court in Illinois, accuses those jurisdictions of "making it more difficult for, ...
02/06/2025

The lawsuit, filed Thursday in federal court in Illinois, accuses those jurisdictions of "making it more difficult for, and deliberately impeding, federal immigration officers' ability to carry out their responsibilities."

The federal lawsuit accuses those jurisdictions of "making it more difficult for, and deliberately impeding, federal immigration officers' ability to carry out their responsibilities."

All this stress got you feeling your age? Or older? Perspective author Suzanne Degges-White has some tips for you.
02/06/2025

All this stress got you feeling your age? Or older? Perspective author Suzanne Degges-White has some tips for you.

All this stress got you feeling your age? Or older? Suzanne Degges-White has some tips for you.

02/06/2025

Tune in for Elisha Organ Trio tonight at 7pm on a brand new Sessions from Studio A.

The average college student spends over $1,000 a year on textbooks and course materials.
02/06/2025

The average college student spends over $1,000 a year on textbooks and course materials.

The average college student spends over $1,000 a year on textbooks and course materials. WNIJ’s Peter Medlin reports on how northern Illinois colleges are trying to cut textbook costs…

The League of Women Voters of Greater Rockford Illinois is highlighting water safety at a candidate meet and greet Thur...
02/06/2025

The League of Women Voters of Greater Rockford Illinois is highlighting water safety at a candidate meet and greet Thursday, Feb. 6:

The League of Women Voters of Greater Rockford is highlighting water safety at an event Thursday night.

A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.
02/06/2025

A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.

"Eggs" are the new "her emails," says Perspective author Taylor Atkins.
02/05/2025

"Eggs" are the new "her emails," says Perspective author Taylor Atkins.

"Eggs" are the new "her emails," says Taylor Atkins.

For the latest weather updates, we recommend you keep an eye on US National Weather Service Chicago Illinois and bookmar...
02/05/2025

For the latest weather updates, we recommend you keep an eye on US National Weather Service Chicago Illinois and bookmark GettingAroundIllinois.com

President Trump says he wants Congress to close the Department of Education. So, how much do Illinois schools rely on fe...
02/04/2025

President Trump says he wants Congress to close the Department of Education. So, how much do Illinois schools rely on federal funding?

President Trump says he wants Congress to close the Department of Education. So, how much do Illinois schools rely on federal funding? Peter Medlin explains…

In 2018, Haskell Elementary School in Rockford was deemed one of the lowest-performing schools in Illinois. Now, it’s sh...
02/04/2025

In 2018, Haskell Elementary School in Rockford was deemed one of the lowest-performing schools in Illinois. Now, it’s shot all the way to the top. Read more about how:

In 2018, Haskell Elementary School in Rockford was deemed one of the lowest-performing schools in Illinois. Now, it’s shot all the way to the top. WNIJ’s Peter Medlin reports…

President Trump is seizing control of the bureaucracy. Perspective author Bob Evans says it's a novel approach to a "pro...
02/03/2025

President Trump is seizing control of the bureaucracy. Perspective author Bob Evans says it's a novel approach to a "problem" all presidents have faced.

President Trump is seizing control of the bureaucracy. Bob Evans says it's a novel approach to a "problem" all presidents have faced.

Because we are feeling glass half full today, we gotta go with the hometown rodent and Woodstock Groundhog Days on this ...
02/02/2025

Because we are feeling glass half full today, we gotta go with the hometown rodent and Woodstock Groundhog Days on this one, but what do YOU think?

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Chris D. Sims DEI
Chris D. Sims DEI

Listen to Rockford Poet Christopher D. Sims share his thoughts about Diversity Equity and Inclusion on today's Poetically Yours during Here and Now and All Things Considered on 89.5 WNIJ or at 3:59 p.m. on 90.5 WNIU. Listen anytime on WNIJ.org.

Hear from Belvidere North High School teacher Teresa Kruger on this week's brand new episode of Teachers' Lounge! https://www.northernpublicradio.org/wnij-news/2025-02-07/whats-the-purpose-of-social-studies-teachers-lounge-podcast

Carol Alfus - Recess
Carol Alfus - Recess

Carol Alfus's poem "Recess" reminds everyone to take a break. Listen to today's Poetically Yours on 89.5 WNIJ during Here and Now and All Things Considered or on WNIU 90.5. Listen anytime at WNIJ.org.

Under Rocks - Groundhog Day
Under Rocks - Groundhog Day

Heading to Woodstock Groundhog Days this weekend? Get some of the history behind the festivities and learn about how this northern Illinois city has embraced this unique holiday and the classic movie that was filmed in the heart of Woodstock. Listen on a brand new Under Rocks podcast - https://www.northernpublicradio.org/wnij-news/2025-01-30/here-we-go-again-groundhog-day-in-woodstock-under-rocks-podcast

Sessions from Studio A - The Weekend Run Club
Sessions from Studio A - The Weekend Run Club

Airing in just a few hours! Listen to a brand new Sessions from Studio A with The Weekend Run Club at 7pm CT on 89.5 and streaming on our website - https://bit.ly/38exL8G

Terry Loncaric - Another School Shooting
Terry Loncaric - Another School Shooting

Listen to Terry Loncaric during today's Poetically Yours on 89.5 WNIJ and 90.5 WNIU or at wnij.org.

We often post stories once they're finished, but we wanted to give a peek of what it looks like during the newsgathering! Jess Savage is a current corps member with Report for America and the Mississippi River Basin Ag and Water Desk and contributes to Harvest Public Media.

Rhonda Parsons MFFLW
Rhonda Parsons MFFLW

Rhonda Parsons is today's featured Poetically Yours artist. Listen on 89.5 WNIJ or 90.5 WNIU or at wnij.org.

Luke Welch - Enough
Luke Welch - Enough

Listen to Rochelle Poet Luke Welch on today's Poetically Yours during Here and Now and All Things Considered on 89.5 WNIJ or on 90.5 WNIU. Listen as much as you like at wnij.org.

Linh Nguyen is the only person who filed the necessary paperwork to be a Democratic write-in candidate in the primary. Learn more about how it could impact the full mayor's race: https://www.northernpublicradio.org/wnij-news/2025-01-08/linh-nguyen-is-sole-candidate-in-dekalb-mayoral-democratic-primary-race

Our sister station WNIU will welcome a guest host for the next episode of Your Classics. Host Kirk Lundbeck is sharing the microphone with Rockford Symphony Orchestra Yaniv Attar for a special playlist curated just for you! You can hear this show on Jan. 15 starting at 11 a.m. on 90.5 FM and wniu.org 🎵📻🎶

Judy Cummings New Year's poem
Judy Cummings New Year's poem

The new year is here and Judy Cummings has a suggestion for everyone. Listen to her poem "New Year's" today during Here and Now and All Things Considered. Listen anytime at wnij.org.

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