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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, Aug. 4, 2022. You'll hear about another change in leadership at the Bloomington Election Commission. Plus, an update on efforts to bring a grocery store to west Bloomington.

WGLTs The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Friday, August 5. The state's gas tax holiday might not do much for your wallet, according a Northern Illinois University economics professor. Plus, a preview of the new $24 million YMCA facility set to open later this month.

On today's episode, you'll tour the Bloomington-Normal YMCA's new facility in Bloomington. Plus, Chicago-based journalist Catalina Maria Johnson previews her musical visit to Bloomington-Normal. And a new episode of McHistory looks at a Bloomington Police detective.

On today's episode, you'll hear about three McLean County communities that recently detected measurable amounts of so-called forever chemicals in their water supply. Town and state water officials assure the drinking water is safe. But an ISU professor who studies water issues says there's too much we don't know. Plus, learn how YWCA of McLean County plans to use grant money funded by cannabis tax revenue. And a new episode of Datebook.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Friday, August 12. The new head of Bloomington's District 87 schools says he's excited for the school year. Plus, in the wake of more race discrimination lawsuits filed against State Farm, a discrimination law expert says retaliation is common in discrimination cases -- and there's a high legal bar to prove someone liable.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Monday, August 15, 2022. A Central Illinois group is educating people on how to help preserve the monarch butterfly population. Plus, a recent graduate of Illinois Wesleyan University plans to spend her time as a Fulbright scholar in Vienna the music of composers who were silenced by the Nazis.

On today's episode, you'll hear an interview with District 87 superintendent David Mouser as he begins his first school year leading Bloomington schools. Plus, a closer look at discrimination lawsuits facing State Farm. And a new episode of McHistory.

On today's episode, you'll hear about a national initiative that's playing out locally, aiming to increase the number of women working for police departments. Plus, meet the first youth member of Bloomington's Public Safety and Community Relations Board. And hear why McLean County's mental health initiatives are getting national attention.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Thursday, August 11. McLean County is receiving national attention for its mental health initiatives. Plus, a look at how McLean County courts hope to reduce recidivism among young adults.

On today's episode, Bloomington Mayor Mboka Mwilambwe discusses the hiring of a new manager for the arena and BCPA, business leaders your the state to push manufacturing jobs and a retiring central Illinois farmer discusses how supply chain issues are impacting this year's harvest.