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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Tuesday, May 17, 2022. At a time when democracy feels very much at risk, an Illinois political scientist says youth civic engagement is a bright spot. Former Chicago alderman and political science professor at the University of Illinois Chicago Dick Simpson says as the January 6th insurrection demonstrated, democracy isn't in great shape. But he says there's hope to restore it... if we're willing to put in the work. Plus, there's a new graduation requirement for Illinois State University students: at least one course focused on inclusion, diversity and equity in the U.S.

Roasting is one of chef Kathy Gunst's favorite cooking methods.

Don plays Ellington’s “Things Ain’t What They Used To Be”, but you can't say that about Radio Munson. With sides from Les Brown, Carmen McRae, the Ames…

It's what you need to know to start your day for Monday, June 22, 2020. Our Leadoff story is about the platform of policy demands announced by the Black…

It's what you need to know to start your day for Thursday, June 4, 2020. Our Leadoff story is the details on how law enforcement controlled looters in…

It's what you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, June 24, 2020. Our Leadoff story is about whether Congress will extend COVID-19 jobless…

It's what you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, June 26, 2019. Our Leadoff story features central Illinois reaction to recreational marijuana…

It's what you need to know to start your day for Friday, June 28, 2019. Our Leadoff story is state Sen. Bill Brady's reaction to the Supreme Court ruling…

It's what you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, June 4, 2019. Our Leadoff story is about what the new state budget and capital bill mean for…

It's what you need to know to start your day for Thursday, June 27, 2019. Our Leadoff story is a checkin on the Bloomington-Normal housing market. Plus,…