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On today's episode, you'll hear from Normal Mayor Chris Koos on license plate reading cameras and the prospect for a Unit 5 tax referendum. Plus, an interview with state Sen. Dave Koehler, a Democrat from Peoria whose new district might include Bloomington-Normal. And Jessica Chambers from ISU's Horticulture Center talks about a Prairie Quest.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Wednesday, July 27, 2022. Rising costs are affecting everyone -- even the care of pets, in some cases. Plus, parking policy in downtown Bloomington will come to the fore next month along with discussion of the shape of the downtown. City Manager Tim Gleason says it's time for the council to take up a streetscape plan.

On today's episode, inflation is hitting every part of life, including how much you have to pay for pet food, supplies and even veterinary visits. Plus, you'll hear an interview with Bloomington City Manager Tim Gleason. And an update on COVID from the McLean County Health Department.

On today's episode, WGLT's series on how inflation is impacting Bloomington-Normal looks at retirees who are living on a fixed income. Plus, state Sen. Jason Barickman talks about the politics of inflation. And Elisabeth Reed from ISU talks about the university's new sustainability plan.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2022. You'll hear why an economic development leader thinks Bloomington-Normal needs a new light industrial park. Plus, a clinical psychologist helps parents navigate difficult conversations about violence with their children.

On today's episode, you'll hear from the state's new electric vehicle coordinator about how access and equity fit into her new job. Plus, Sarah Nardi talks to a clinical psychologist from Carle Health about talking to kids about recent headline-making violence. And Charlie Schlenker reports on the need for a new industrial park in Bloomington-Normal.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2022. You'll hear about a lawsuit filed against a central Illinois strip club over alleged wage issues. And an interview with Normal Mayor Chris Koos about economic development.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022. You'll hear from McLean County's top prosecutor and Republican lawmakers who want to go harder after those who sell fentanyl. Plus, correspondent Edith Brady-Lunny talks about her reporting on a lawsuit targeting the state's child welfare agency.

On today's episode, you'll hear about a national anti-smoking campaign happening Thursday. Plus, an ISU professor authors a new book about emergency planning and your pets. And you'll hear about consolidation in the banking industry and what it means for customers.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022. You'll hear about the final design concept for Uptown South. Plus, an interview with an ISU professor about how to integrate pets into your disaster planning.