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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Monday, August 1. The state's newly hired electric vehicle coordinator, who says equity and access are among her top priorities in the new job. Plus, there's a relatively new disease threat that this time could impact our food supply.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Friday, July 29. Farmland in McLean County has never been cheap — and that's even more true during a period of inflation. Plus, the end is near for the Illinois Shakespeare Festival, but there are plenty of chances left to catch “King Lear” and “Much Ado About Nothing” at Ewing Manor.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Thursday, July 28, 2022. State Sen. Jason Barickman of Bloomington weighs in on inflation. Plus, you've heard of food deserts — but what about legal deserts, where attorneys are scarce?

On today's episode, WGLT’s series on inflation takes a look into the impact of inflation on farmland. Next, the emerging Bloomington band Old Smoke talks about their next project. And then a look into the final shows of the Shakespeare festival.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Friday, July 1. Charlie Schlenker talks to Bloomington city manager Tim Gleason about the new cannabis dispensary coming to the city's west side. Plus, local environmental policy leaders talk about the recent Supreme Court ruling that limits the EPA's regulatory powers.

On today's episode, you'll hear from Bloomington City Manager Tim Gleason. Plus, an interview with the executive director of the Illinois Board of Higher Education about a new state law requiring equity plans at state schools. And the art community rallies to support Harold Boyd.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Wednesday, July 6. Charges have been filed against the perpetrator of the July 4 mass shooting in Highland Park. Plus, the Bloomington-Normal Sports Commission has honored some of the top student-athletes in McLean County.

On today's episode, you'll hear from Normal Mayor Chris Koos on license plate reading cameras and the prospect for a Unit 5 tax referendum. Plus, an interview with state Sen. Dave Koehler, a Democrat from Peoria whose new district might include Bloomington-Normal. And Jessica Chambers from ISU's Horticulture Center talks about a Prairie Quest.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Wednesday, July 27, 2022. Rising costs are affecting everyone -- even the care of pets, in some cases. Plus, parking policy in downtown Bloomington will come to the fore next month along with discussion of the shape of the downtown. City Manager Tim Gleason says it's time for the council to take up a streetscape plan.

On today's episode, inflation is hitting every part of life, including how much you have to pay for pet food, supplies and even veterinary visits. Plus, you'll hear an interview with Bloomington City Manager Tim Gleason. And an update on COVID from the McLean County Health Department.