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Coming This May To WNIJ...

New Program Schedule Effective May 15, 2017We continually strive to present a variety of quality and relevant programs that meet your changing preferences and listening habits. Therefore, as of May 15, 2017, we will introduce a live, one-hour talk show at 11 a.m.: The 21st. Use the link below for more information about this program.With the addition of this new program comes the end to The Takeaway, and please note that these program changes result in scheduling changes:Here & Now moves to Noon - 2 p.m. Monday - Thursday; Noon - 1 p.m. FridayScience Friday extends from 1 - 3 p.m. FridayConsult the new WNIJ program schedule on this page and follow us on Facebook and Twitter for related, interactive content and for frequent reminders about when to tune in during this period of change. More, you can always listen to podcasts of past shows. If you have more questions about these program changes, please email npr@niu.edu.We work every day to enhance your listening experience. Enjoy, and thank you for listening.

Listen For The 21st - Starting May 15th

Northern Public Radio | By WNIJ

Published May 1, 2017 at 12:10 AM CDT

The 21st is a one-hour talk show hosted by Niala Boodhoo, former host for WBEZ Chicago. This program offers listeners the chance to connect with others from all corners of the state by discussing issues that affect their lives as residents of Illinois. The 21st is a production of Illinois Public Media.

Before joining WILL in November, Ms. Boodhoo worked at WBEZ in Chicago, in Miami for WLRN, The Associated Press, Miami Herald and South Florida Sun-Sentinel.

She began her journalism career in 2000 working for Reuters in London and Washington, DC. A graduate of Calvin College in Grand Rapids, Michigan, she holds master's degrees from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism and Florida International University.