The Leadoff
The Leadoff
WGLT's The Leadoff is a daily dose of Bloomington-Normal news, arts and culture, and music. Every day on WGLT's daily podcast, we'll deep-dive into one local story. Then we'll get you ready for the day (or the weekend) with a look ahead with WGLT reporters and guests from the community. Available by 6 a.m. every weekday.Social links:
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The Leadoff 05-03-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, May 3, 2024. You'll hear about expansion plans (and incentives) at Rivian. Plus, an interview with a Normal West teacher and softball coach who strives for excellence.
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The Leadoff 05-02-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, May 2, 2024. You'll hear the latest on a pro-Palestinian protest on the Quad at ISU. Plus, hear about Mayor Mboka Mwilambwe's State of the City address.
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The Leadoff 05-01-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, May 1, 2024. You'll hear about a new pro-Palestinian tent encampment set up on the Illinois State University Quad. Plus, a closer look at a plan to eliminate the state's grocery tax.
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The Leadoff 04-30-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, April 30, 2024. You'll hear about Dan Brady running for Bloomington mayor. Plus, an interview with the mother of an ISU alum killed by gun violence, who now lives on through a scholarship.
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The Leadoff 04-29-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, April 29, 2024. You'll hear about PATH stepping back from its lead role in a homeless services coordination program. Plus, a preview of next weekend's Illinois Symphony Orchestra season finale.
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The Leadoff 04-26-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, April 26, 2024. You'll hear about U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen's trip to the Mexico border. Plus, an interview with Illinois State University President Aondover Tarhule.
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The Leadoff 04-25-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, April 25, 2024. You'll hear about crime trends in the Town of Normal. Plus, an interview with Bloomington's incoming city manager, Jeff Jurgens, ahead of this weekend's city council retreat.
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The Leadoff 04-24-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, April 24, 2024. You'll hear from the athletics director at Illinois State University. Plus, a look at problem gambling in Central Illinois as sports gaming goes mainstream.
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The Leadoff 04-23-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, April 23, 2024. You'll hear about PATH losing out on a big state contractor. Plus, an interview with the outgoing director of the Bloomington Housing Authority.
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The Leadoff 04-22-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, April 22, 2024. You'll hear about Senate Republicans raising concerns about proposed changes to higher education funding. Plus, how appeals courts are adjusting to the end of cash bail and an increased caseload.
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