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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Tuesday, August 9. Bloomington was host to a recent summit aimed at getting more girls interested in the STEM field. Plus, an agricultural behemoth has launched a pilot program that pays farmers to use "carbon smart" practices — and that includes farmers in McLean County.

On today's episode, you'll hear about a State Farm-hosted event focused on STEM learning among girls. Plus, Larry Carius from the Bloomington-Normal Restaurant Scene Facebook page swings by for an update on the food business.

On today's episode, you'll hear about the first cohort of people who represent a partnership between Rivian and Heartland Community College and just graduated with skills in electric vehicle maintenance. Plus, an interview with Normal Mayor Chris Koos.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, Aug. 4, 2022. You'll hear about another change in leadership at the Bloomington Election Commission. Plus, an update on efforts to bring a grocery store to west Bloomington.

WGLTs The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Friday, August 5. The state's gas tax holiday might not do much for your wallet, according a Northern Illinois University economics professor. Plus, a preview of the new $24 million YMCA facility set to open later this month.

On today's episode, you'll tour the Bloomington-Normal YMCA's new facility in Bloomington. Plus, Chicago-based journalist Catalina Maria Johnson previews her musical visit to Bloomington-Normal. And a new episode of McHistory looks at a Bloomington Police detective.

On today's episode, you'll hear about three McLean County communities that recently detected measurable amounts of so-called forever chemicals in their water supply. Town and state water officials assure the drinking water is safe. But an ISU professor who studies water issues says there's too much we don't know. Plus, learn how YWCA of McLean County plans to use grant money funded by cannabis tax revenue. And a new episode of Datebook.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Friday, August 12. The new head of Bloomington's District 87 schools says he's excited for the school year. Plus, in the wake of more race discrimination lawsuits filed against State Farm, a discrimination law expert says retaliation is common in discrimination cases -- and there's a high legal bar to prove someone liable.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Monday, August 15, 2022. A Central Illinois group is educating people on how to help preserve the monarch butterfly population. Plus, a recent graduate of Illinois Wesleyan University plans to spend her time as a Fulbright scholar in Vienna the music of composers who were silenced by the Nazis.

On today's episode, you'll hear an interview with District 87 superintendent David Mouser as he begins his first school year leading Bloomington schools. Plus, a closer look at discrimination lawsuits facing State Farm. And a new episode of McHistory.