Protests against Trump/Musk pop up in Carbondale and Southern Illinois University enrollment improves

It's Friday, which means it's time for our Reporter Roundtable. Today we'll be visiting Carbondale. Among the stories:

• Protesters Endure Cold to Oppose Trump, Musk on President's Day
• "The Care that You Provided Saved My Child's Life:" Illinois Continues to Protect Youth Transgender Care
• Spring 2025 Marks Fifth Straight Semester of Enrollment Increase, University Says
• Expectant Parents Left Scrambling After Heartland Women's Healthcare Leaves SIH
• Volunteers Band Together to Help Local Musicians Crash NPR's Tiny Desk Contest

Guests:
 
Lylee Gibbs
Editor-in-Chief, The Daily Egyptian
 
Carly Gist
News Editor, The Daily Egyptian