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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.

On today's episode, you'll hear from the two Republicans — Scott Preston and Jim Fisher — running in the GOP primary in the 91st House District, which includes parts of Bloomington-Normal. Plus, a new episode of Sound Health focuses on a court case with a potentially chilling effect on the nursing profession. And we'll preview a new production of "Sound of Music" from MIOpera.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Wednesday, June 8. Sarah Nardi interviews two Republicans running for the 91st House District. Plus, a look at how MarcFirst plans to use pandemic relief money from the Town of Normal.

On today's episode, state Sen. Jason Barickman, a Republican from Bloomington-Normal, talks about the gun policy questions raised by recent mass shootings. Plus, an interview with Normal Town Council member Kevin McCarthy.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Thursday, June 9. In the wake of a shortage of such workers, the Illinois Manufacturing Association held a summit on ways public schools can promote technical education. Plus, Charlie Schlenker checks in with Normal Town Council member Kevin McCarthy.

On today's episode, you'll hear from a Unit 5 teacher about the challenges she faces on the job. Plus, why it's so hard to tell how many tax revenue local cannabis dispensaries are producing. And you'll hear the latest on Connect Transit's search for a new downtown transfer hub location.

WGLT's the Leadoff is everything you need to know for Thursday, April 21. The president of the AFSCME Local 1110 talks about the decision of its members to ratify a new contract with Illinois State University. Plus, a Town of Normal council member talks about the focus a new developer has for the Trail East and Trail West project in Uptown Normal.

WGLT's the Leadoff is everything you need to know for Friday, April 21. A Unit 5 teacher says cuts at Chiddix Junior High School will create inequities for some students. Plus, a look at an ISU grad's first ever music book by and/or for trans and non-binary people.