WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025. You'll hear about the impact of U.S. policy changes on Rivian's bottom line. Plus, a look at how sky-high electric bills are impacting homeowners, renters and businesses in Illinois.

<p>WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025. You'll hear about the impact of U.S. policy changes on Rivian's bottom line. Plus, a look at how sky-high electric bills are impacting homeowners, renters and businesses in Illinois.</p>

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 5 a.m. every weekday.

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.

<p>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.</p>

The Leadoff - Thursday 08/07/2025

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