Ink & Airwaves kicks off its new season by taking listeners inside WNIJ, a local public radio newsroom in Northern Illinois. This episode breaks down how the station works, who it serves, and what challenges it faces in today's media. We take a look at everything from staff roles and daily activities to funding issues after losing federal support. We also talk about the legal rules they operate under, how they build their trust with their audience, and what opportunities they have as part of Northern Illinois University. Overall, this episode shows how local journalism actually gets made and why local stations like WNIJ are crucial to their local communities that they serve.
