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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.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022. You'll hear about the Town of Normal's decision to buy two Rivian electric vehicles. Plus, a preview of a new exhibition at Illinois Wesleyan focusing on the international ties in the soccer community.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Friday, Oct. 21, 2022. You'll hear about OSF HealthCare's plans for a new behavioral health hospital. Plus, a look at the race for McLean County Board playing out in south Bloomington.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2022. You'll hear about McLean County Clerk Kathy Michael hosting a public education session over the weekend. Plus, an interview with ISU's athletics director about the renamed CEFCU Arena.

On today's episode, a preview of the McLean County Board race for south Bloomington, the issues that shape the Illinois Attorney General's race, how Eureka College has benefited from Lincoln College's closure, and how new Miller Park Zoo superintendent found his love for animals.