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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Thursday, July 21. A recent stop in Florida by Illinois' governor has renewed speculation that the first-time Democratic governor might have his eye on the presidency. Plus, a study by State Farm shows millennials are willing to spend big on certain things, but they also want a good deal, too.

On today's episode, you'll hear the first story in our series about inflation's impact on Bloomington-Normal, focused on social service agencies and the people who rely on them. Plus, an interview with an 18-year-old Realtor who is following his family into real estate.

State Senator Jason Barickman of Bloomington discusses the recent overturning of Roe v. Wade as well as renewed calls for an assault weapons ban. A sharp increase in DUI arrests has some in law enforcement wondering if the pandemic is to blame. And a convention for door knob collectors proves there's something out there for everyone.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Thursday, July 7, 2022. You'll hear Mayor Chris Koos' thoughts on possibly buying license plate reading cameras for his police department. And an interview with State Sen. Dave Koehler, a Peoria Democrat whose running for re-election in a district that now includes parts of Bloomington-Normal.

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.