On today's episode, a longtime community leader of Illinois State University supporter is remembered for a legacy of service and character, a newly certified union for ISU's lab schools is ready to bargain on a contract, and Democrats and Republicans bring in some big names at the unofficial kickoff of the 2026 political campaign. 

On today's episode, a longtime community leader of Illinois State University supporter is remembered for a legacy of service and character, a newly certified union for ISU's lab schools is ready to bargain on a contract, and Democrats and Republicans bring in some big names at the unofficial kickoff of the 2026 political campaign.&nbsp;

Sound Ideas is WGLT's signature local news series. Every weekday, WGLT reporters go beyond soundbites for deeper conversations with newsmakers, musicians, artists, and anyone with a story to share. New episodes air throughout the day on WGLT.

Sound Ideas is WGLT's signature local news series. Every weekday, WGLT reporters go beyond soundbites for deeper conversations with newsmakers, musicians, artists, and anyone with a story to share. New episodes air throughout the day on WGLT.

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WGLT's Sound Ideas is our flagship news program. Every weekday, WGLT reporters go beyond soundbites for deeper conversations with newsmakers, musicians, artists, and anyone with a story to share. This 30-minute newsmagazine is produced Monday through Friday. You can also subscribe to the Sound Ideas - Full Episodes podcast.

WGLT's Sound Ideas is our flagship news program. Every weekday, WGLT reporters go beyond soundbites for deeper conversations with newsmakers, musicians, artists, and anyone with a story to share. This 30-minute newsmagazine is produced Monday through Friday. You can also subscribe to the Sound Ideas - Full Episodes podcast.

WGLT's Sound Ideas - Monday 8/18/2025

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