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 11-21-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024. You'll hear about a living history told by veterans to help ensure their legacies are preserved for future generations in Central Illinois. Plus, an update on the Market Street road construction project…
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The Leadoff 11-20-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you know to start your day for Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024. A report on Unit 5's generally glowing school report card. And we talk to presumed McLean County board chair Elizabeth Johnston ahead of their incoming democratic majority.
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The Leadoff 11-19-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024. You'll hear about a Central Illinois healthcare provider that's trying to increase survival rates for patients with pancreatic cancer. Plus, a preview of the new Spanish-language audio guide at the McLea…
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The Leadoff 11-18-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, Nov. 18, 2024. You'll hear about efforts to chronicle the Underground Railroad in Illinois. Plus, an interview with Bloomington's mayor about property taxes.
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The Leadoff 11-15-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, Nov. 15, 2024. You'll hear about an effort to protect Illinois water supplies from a new climate technology that still faces questions about its safety. Plus, a preview of Sunday's Illinois State University Wind Symphon…
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The Leadoff 11-14-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024. You'll hear about a "both sides" panel discussion at Heartland Community College about the criminal justice system. Plus, an interview Connect Transit's leader about rural transportation needs.
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The Leadoff 11-13-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024. You'll hear about how ISU's transgender student leaders are reacting to the prospects of a second Trump administration. Plus, a Bloomington tattoo artist is recreating some of what cancer has taken.
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The Leadoff 11-12-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. You'll hear about a Veterans Day observance in Normal. Plus, a preview of this weekend's Battle of the Bands in Bloomington.
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The Leadoff 11-11-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, Nov. 11, 2024. You'll hear about how Rivian is adapting to a potentially higher tariff environment as Donald Trump returns to power. Plus, an interview with The Immigration Project's keynote speaker about the nation's c…
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The Leadoff 11-08-24
WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, Nov. 8, 2024. You'll hear one theory as to why McLean County Republicans struggled in this week's election. Plus, a look at what a second Trump administration could mean for Rivian and the EV industry.
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