Heartland Newsfeed Radio Network

Heartland Newsfeed Radio Network

Listen to morning newsbreaks, commentary and other tidbits of news and media content, which is also featured at the header of our website. Includes archives from programs that aired on-air via heartlandnewsfeed.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heartland-newsfeed-radio-network--2904397/support.

Episodes

June 9, 2025 3 mins
St. Louis CITY SC faced a tough defeat at the hands of the Portland Timbers, losing 2-1 at Providence Park. Despite outshooting the Timbers nine to five in the first half, CITY SC's hard work was rewarded when Akil Watts scored his first career MLS goal in the 50th minute. However, Portland equalized shortly after, and David Ayala sealed the victory in second-half stoppage time.

Brendan McSorley made his first MLS appearance for CIT...
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Illinois lawmakers passed several bills this week including reform for the Prisoner Review Board and banning carbon sequestration near the Mahomet Aquifer. But with one week left in the spring session, big issues like the budget and mass transit reform still remain. Hosted by Jak Tichenor.

GUESTS:
Jerry Nowicki, Editor-in-Chief, Capitol News Illinois
Sen. Don Harmon (D-Oak Park), Senate President
Sen. Chapin Rose (R-Mahomet)
Rep. Eva-Di...
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As state lawmakers head towards their May 31 adjournment, House leaders sit down to discuss crafting a budget in a tight fiscal year. Meanwhile, a Democratic lawmaker has been removed from his committee chairmanship with only two weeks left of the session. Hosted by Jak Tichenor.

GUESTS:
Peter Hancock, Statehouse Reporter, Capitol News Illinois
Emanuel “Chris” Welch (D-Hillside), House Speaker
Tony McCombie (R-Savanna), House Minority ...
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With less than a month left in their spring session, Illinois lawmakers continue to work on a state budget with concerns about economic uncertainty from the federal government. While a fiscal plan may be the highest priority, legislators are also looking at issues including higher education, energy generation, and Tier 2 pensions. Hosted by Jak Tichenor.

GUESTS:
Ben Szalinski, Statehouse reporter, Capitol News Illinois
Sen. Kimberly L...
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With just five weeks to go in the spring session, Illinois lawmakers are racing to finalize a state budget and address a $1 billion public transit shortfall. Rep. Robyn Gabel highlights the ripple effects of federal Medicare cuts on more than 800,000 residents. Rep. Charles Meier shares updates on agriculture bills aimed at expanding access to specialty crops like poultry. Sen. Robert Peters outlines new legislation to strengthen w...
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As state representatives return to Springfield, U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin announces he won’t seek reelection. Reaction to the announcement, budget updates, and other key issues are in focus this week. Hosted by Jak Tichenor.

GUESTS:
Peter Hancock, Statehouse Reporter, Capitol News Illinois
Rep. Kam Buckner (D-Chicago), House Speaker Pro Tempore
Rep. Amy Elik (R-Godfrey), Assistant House Republican Leader
Rep. Laura Faver Dias (D-Grayslake)
R...
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With state lawmakers on spring break, Capitol News Illinois reporters join host Jak Tichenor to discuss the spring session so far. From the budget to homeschool regulation, funding for higher education and more, there are still numerous issues for lawmakers to address in the next few weeks.

GUESTS: 
Ben Szalinski, Statehouse Reporter, Capitol News Illinois
Molly Parker, Investigative Reporter, Capitol News Illinois/ProPublica
Peter Han...
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In the latest episode of Illinois Lawmakers, host Jak Tichenor spoke with legislators about key issues at the Capitol. Discussions included the ongoing budget process, how federal government decisions are affecting Illinois, and Tier 2 pension reform. Other issues discussed include concerns about synthetic cannabis getting into Illinois prisons by mail.

GUESTS: 
Ben Szalinski, Statehouse Reporter, Capitol News Illinois
Sen. Elgie Sims...
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In the latest episode of Illinois Lawmakers, host Jak Tichenor spoke with legislators about key issues at the Capitol. Discussions included reactions to Gov. JB Pritzker’s budget proposal, mass transit reform, and the potential impacts from federal funding cuts to Medicaid and education. Other issues discussed include a proposed bill to ban cell phones in Illinois schools. Hosted by Jak Tichenor.

GUESTS:
Sen. John Curran, Senate Mino...
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ON THE SHOW:
  • Illini Hoops Update
  • Illini Golf
  • Genesis Bryant
  • College Hoops Update
  • B1G Hoops Race/Tourney Preview
  • Spring Football's Future
  • Matthew Aquilar on Boxing
  • Game Predictions
Podcast from March 1, 2025 on the Heartland Newsfeed Radio Network, online at heartlandnewsfeed.com, Spreaker, the Heartland Newsfeed Alexa radio skill, and other platforms. Now available on Google Assistant speakers!

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SERIES FINALE

ON THE SHOW:
  • Illinois vs Duke and Izzo Breaks Record
  • TSJ Jersey Honor & All-Star Recap
  • Steve Wiseman on Duke
  • NCAA Women's #1 Seeds & POY
  • Dylan Sinn
  • USA vs Canada Fight Night
  • Rod Woodson
  • Show Farewell
Podcast from February 22, 2025, on the Heartland Newsfeed Radio Network, online at heartlandnewsfeed.com, Spreaker, the Heartland Newsfeed Alexa radio skill, and other platforms. Now available on Google Assistant s...
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ON THE SHOW:
  • Illini Women's Hoops & Men vs Duke Preview
  • Terrence Shannon Jr's Jersey Ceremony
  • Steve Wiseman on Duke Hoops
  • NCAA Women's Hoops - #1 Seeds & POY
  • Bret Bielema Talks to Media
  • Cheetah vs Lyles (Winner Gets Sturdy/Cagley Victor)
  • Dylan Sinn on Indiana
  • Game Predictions
Podcast from February 22, 2025 on the Heartland Newsfeed Radio Network, online at heartlandnewsfeed.com, Spreaker, the Heartland Newsfeed Alexa radio ...
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ON THE SHOW:
  • Izzo Ties Record & Woodson Out
  • Super Bowl Recap & McCaskey Passing
  • B1G Weekend Hoops Action
  • NCAA Tourney Bubble Talk
  • Zach Braziller Talks St. John's Hoops
  • NFL Talk - Lamar Robbed? Eli Snubbed?
  • UCLA Hoops Talk
  • Game Predictions
Podcast from February 15, 2025, on the Heartland Newsfeed Radio Network, online at heartlandnewsfeed.com, Spreaker, the Heartland Newsfeed Alexa radio skill, and other platforms. Now avail...
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Michigan Week

ON THE SHOW:
  • Illini Men's Hoops - Michigan State Showdown & TSJ Jersey Honored
  • Kofi's Return & Illini Women's Hoops Defying the Odds
  • Illini Legend Deon Thomas
  • NCAA Tourney Bubble Talk
  • Ked with Illini 2026 4-Star LB Commit Cam Thomas
  • Super Bowl recap & McCaskey Passing
  • Illini Legend Luther Head
  • Game Predictions
Podcast from February 15, 2025 on the Heartland Newsfeed Radio Network, online at heartlandnewsfee...
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Podcast from December 3, 2024, on the Heartland Newsfeed Radio Network, online at heartlandnewsfeed.com, Spreaker, the Heartland Newsfeed Alexa radio skill, and other platforms. Now available on Google Assistant speakers!

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Lawmakers are back home for the holidays after a quiet fall veto session in Springfield but lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are sizing up the challenge of dealing with a projected $3.2-billion budget shortfall for the state’s new fiscal year starting July 1.

Guests include Senate Caucus Appropriations Leader Elgie Sims, Jr. (D) of Chicago, Deputy Senate Republican Leader Sue Rezin of Morris, House Majority Leader Robyn Gabel of...
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Contract talks for better pay and more support for career teachers with the board of education in one Illinois town are receiving criticism. The teachers’ union feels board members are dragging their feet toward reaching solutions, and a strike could be imminent. Comments from Brian Pekovitch (pah-KOH-vitch), teacher and union president, Meridian Federation of Teachers, ITF Local 4487.

Listen Live: https://www.heartlandnewsfeed.com

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Michigan Week

ON THE SHOW:
  • Steve Kornacki & Matt Stevens Preview Michigan
  • 100th Anniversary of Red Grange Dedication Game
  • David Moulton - CBS Sports Broadcasting Illini Football
  • Meghan McKeown - Women's Basketball
  • Doug Villhard on Red Grange
  • Game Predictions
Podcast from October 19, 2024, on the Heartland Newsfeed Radio Network, online at heartlandnewsfeed.com, Spreaker, the Heartland Newsfeed Alexa radio skill, and other plat...
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B1G Hoops & Football!

ON THE SHOW:
  • Iowa at Ohio State - Insiders Tom Kakert & Jay Stephens
  • B1G Men's Hoops - Matt Painter & Mick Cronin
  • David Cobb - National College Football - CBS Sports
  • Rose and Mutombo pass away
  • Around the B1G Football
  • B1G Men's & Women's Basketball Media Day
  • Matt Brown of Extra Points
  • Game Predictions
Podcast from October 5, 2024, on the Heartland Newsfeed Radio Network, online at heartlandnewsfe...
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College Football Mania!

ON THE SHOW:
  • Marc Weiszer - Athens Banner-Herald - Georgia at Bama
  • Matt Stevens - Illini at Penn St
  • NFL Update
  • Joe Gaither - BamaCentral.com - Georgia at Bama
  • Mike Gross - Illini at Penn St
  • Game Predictions
Podcast from September 28, 2024, on the Heartland Newsfeed Radio Network, online at heartlandnewsfeed.com, Spreaker, the Heartland Newsfeed Alexa radio skill, and other platforms. Now available on Google...
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