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  • For painter and sculptor Aaron Yount, answering the call of the wild in his artwork could well be down to his DNA. The wildlife artist was working in…
  • The state is moving quickly to destroy the snails before the snails destroy Florida's crops. The snails contain both male and female reproductive organs and lay up to 500 eggs at a time.
  • Many spiders ply the skies by riding "balloons" of silk. And they rely on something more than just the wind to take them high up and far away.
  • Young climate justice activists Jayola Reid and Jade Lozada are pushing for progressive change to protect the environment.
  • WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, Dec. 16, 2022. You'll hear from Bloomington's city manager about cuts to Connect Transit service. Plus, a visit to the almost-finished natural playground opening at Colene Hoose Elementary School in Normal.
  • WGLT will broadcast several specials throughout February to mark Black History Month, in addition to local reporting from the WGLT newsroom. Here’s what’s planned.
  • New techniques are allowing companies to create big, brilliant white diamonds like the kind found in a traditional engagement ring. But the traditional diamond industry is fighting back with technology they say that can distinguish a man-made gem from the real thing.
  • In late July and early August the Constitution Trail comes alive with chirping and buzzing, but most of of those sounds aren't from insects. Take a listen…
  • The 400,000 gallon leak of water containing tritium occurred in November 2022, but the general public was not notified until last week. Officials said the leak is contained and poses no public danger.
  • On today's episode, Normal mayor Chris Koos discusses the town's budget and other issues, Heyworth teacher Katie Bruemmer is a finalist for Illinois Teacher of the Year, plus Illinois' new Director of the Department of Natural Resources discusses how climate change impacts the agency's work.
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