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WGLT's the Leadoff is everything you need to know for Tuesday, May 10, 2022. New analysis from the Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council shows not only that the housing shortage is significant, but it's also grown since the last study done five years ago. Plus, American Red Cross workers speaking in Peoria say the conditions under which they're working are contributing to a nationwide blood shortage.

WGLT's the Leadoff is everything you need to know for Wednesday, May 11, 2022. In the wake of two shots-fired reports in two days, Sarah Nardi reports on a Bloomington Police Department annual report on gun violence. Plus, former Congressman Tim Johnson has died at the age of 75. Charlie Schlenker has more about the life of a quirky, sometimes caustic, and always energetic public servant.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Tuesday, May 17, 2022. At a time when democracy feels very much at risk, an Illinois political scientist says youth civic engagement is a bright spot. Former Chicago alderman and political science professor at the University of Illinois Chicago Dick Simpson says as the January 6th insurrection demonstrated, democracy isn't in great shape. But he says there's hope to restore it... if we're willing to put in the work. Plus, there's a new graduation requirement for Illinois State University students: at least one course focused on inclusion, diversity and equity in the U.S.

On today's episode, you'll hear more of our conversation with a Unit 5 teacher about budget cuts are affecting her. And Lyndsay Jones reports on how nonpartisan school board races could get … really partisan.

On today's episode, you'll hear about a call for volunteers to help McLean County children in foster care. Plus, an update on the new Central Illinois Bridge Academy. And you'll hear how the Juneteenth holiday is being received in a small Central Illinois town.

On today's episode, you'll hear from central Illinois teachers about their reaction to the school shooting in Texas and the policy ideas that have emerged since. Plus, WGLT's newsroom surveys state legislative candidates about their positions on gun control.

On today's episode, you'll hear from Rose Marshack and Rick Valentin, two musicians and educators, about what might be next for "American Idol" third-place finisher Leah Marlene's career. And Lyndsay Jones reports on what's next for Mother Murphy's.

On today's episode, the CEO of Marcfirst talks about their move to a new larger space in northeast Normal. Plus, Jon Norton talks to WGLT Summer Concert performer Lilli Lewis. And a Bloomington attorney is honoring his grandmother's legacy by offering a scholarship for students pursuing a career in education.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Tuesday, June 7. Congressman Darin LaHood shares his thoughts on gun control. Plus, a look at a 4,000-year old Mayan farming technique that's being used at a rural Woodford County farm.