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On today's episode, you'll hear the debut episode of our new music series WGLT's My Playlist. Plus, the WGLT Psych Geeks are back in studio to talk about "Thor: Love and Thunder." And learn about the new "In Living Color" exhibition at University Galleries in Normal.

With gas prices soaring, the Illinois Office of Tourism has some ideas for summer vacations that don't require much travel. Efforts are underway to brand central Illinois as an "innovation corridor" to appeal to new businesses. An ISU standout is on his way to the big leagues in baseball. And Illinois is handing out recreational cannabis licenses but not everyone is eligible.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Thursday, July 14. WGLT correspondent Tim Alexander recently attended a Field Day at the ISU Farm near Lexington where agronomists, farmers, and researchers met to discuss that the Lake Bloomington and Evergreen Lake watershed. Plus, newly disclosed data show that auto insurers made excessive profits during the pandemic.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Monday, July 18. Eclecticism and imagination have come together “In Living Color” at University Galleries. Plus, inflation is hurting social service agencies.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Tuesday, July 19. As Illinois hands out nearly 200 new, recreational cannabis licenses, the state has the chance to uphold its promise to diversify the industry. Plus, an Illinois State baseball player who dreamed of making the Major Leagues is now much closer to making that his reality.

On today's episode, you'll hear from a consumer advocate about the release of new auto premium data and what it means for a broader discussion about regulating the insurance industry in Illinois. A McLean County stargazer reacts to stunning first images from the Webb Space Telescope. Plus, a report from a Field Day at the ISU Farm, focused on the watershed at twin lakes north of Bloomington-Normal.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Friday, July 15. Miller Park Zoo in Bloomington is saying goodbye to its longtime superintendent today. Plus, police say there's no guaranteed way to prevent your car from getting its converter stolen, but you can take some precautions.

On today's episode, you'll hear Lyndsay Jones' report on a proposal to change how Normal Town Council members are elected. Plus, Eric Stock catches you up on the latest developments in Reditus Labs CEO Aaron Rossi's legal problems. And a farewell interview with Miller Park Zoo director Jay Tetzloff.

Bloomington-Normal moms react to new breastfeeding recommendations. The American Academy of Pediatrics is now recommending that children be breastfed until age 2. But some mothers worry that's unrealistic. A new cover crop could change the way farmers address conservation. And JB Pritzker was in Florida over the weekend, prompting speculation he's eyeing a run for the White House in 2024.

On today's episode, you'll hear the latest on efforts to bring a new grocery store to west Bloomington. Plus, an agricultural behemoth has bought a St. Louis-based startup company Illinois State University works closely with. And a report on a leadership change at the Bloomington Election Commission.