NPR Illinois

For 50 years, NPR Illinois has had the capital region covered. We deliver in-depth news and expert analysis while upholding the philosophies of public journalism.

When it comes to getting the news you need, NPR Illinois has you covered. Whether it be learning about your neighbors through Community Voices, or analyzing the current political climate during State Week, the NPR Illinois team keeps you informed.

For 50 years, the station has delivered in-depth news reports, expert analysis on local and statewide issues, and held informative engagement events – all while upholding the integrity, ethics and philosophies of public journalism.

We do this because of YOU. Thanks to YOUR generosity, we serve YOU and OUR community. Your gifts help with everything from providing NPR network programming, equipment, the labor and technology to deliver the news, and unexpected expenses like repairs. Your gifts power our work.

In 2025 we are celebrating a half-century of service to our region. With your help, we can start the path to 50 more years on a firm footing.

Examples of how your gifts can make an impact:

$449 pays for a new microphone for one of the studios
$360 pays for one episode of Wait Wait … Don’t Tell Me!
$180 pays for the fees for one day of Morning Edition
$125 pays for the fees for one day of All Things Considered
$80 pays for a pair of headphones used on on-air talent
$24 pays for 8 top-of-the-hour NPR newscasts