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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Friday, Aug. 26, 2022. You'll hear about where Tammy Duckworth and Republican challenger Kathy Salvi stand on student loan debt forgiveness. Plus, a preview of the gospel music "Crowns" on stage in Normal.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Monday, Aug. 22, 2022. You'll hear about the power of the farm community in central Illinois. And an interview with Normal's city manager about the Wintergreen subdivision's growth.

An interview with Democratic incumbent state Sen. Dave Koehler of Peoria. He'll face Republican challenger Desi Anderson in November in the 46th District, which includes parts of Bloomington-Normal.

On today's episode, you'll hear an interview with Illinois State University President Terri Goss Kinzy as a new school year begins. Plus, the Illinois attorney general's office talks about a new settlement related to lost wages and contractors at the Rivian plant. And you'll learn about the Diverse Corn Belt farm research project.

On today's episode, you'll hear a recap of a legislative roundtable that drew Gov. JB Pritzker, Darren Bailey, Tammy Duckworth, and Kathy Salvi to rural Lexington. Charlie Schlenker and Joe Deacon report. Plus, a look at the economic rebirth of Lexington.

On today's episode, the first of a three-part series in Bloomington-Normal explores rising rents and fewer available properties, the Anti-Defamation League links hundreds of Illinoisans to a far-right militia group and the town of Normal explores new sign rules amid concerns about free speech rights.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022. You'll hear about the candidates to become McLean County's next state's attorney. And an interview with an ISU grad student who spent his summer working with Ukrainian refugees.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2022. You'll hear from a Bloomington City Council member about the Welcoming Week festivities in her city. And an interview with the head of the USDA's Future Scientists program.

On today's episode, Normal Mayor Chris Koos testifies in Washington regarding Amtrak, a new computer literacy program is offered for McLean County seniors, a new festival celebrates Bloomington-Normal's history with Beer Nuts and an ISU student creates a new clothing line with inspiration from the garden.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Monday, Sept. 12, 2022. You'll learn about why Bloomington's water has tasted a little funny recently. Plus, an interview with the Anti-Defamation League about Illinoisans in the far-right group the Oath Keepers.