WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you know to start your day for Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Two political newcomers from Central Illinois are vying for seats in Congress. Plus, Illinois is set to implement the first major reforms to its public defense system in decades.

<p>WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you know to start your day for Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Two political newcomers from Central Illinois are vying for seats in Congress. Plus, Illinois is set to implement the first major reforms to its public defense system in decades.</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 - Wednesday 08/13/2025

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