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On today's episode, you'll hear about the long and winding road to Unit 5's current financial situation, starting with a history lesson of past referenda in McLean County's largest school district. Then, a look at misperceptions in the community about Unit 5's budget crunch.

On today's episode, the CEO of Marcfirst talks about their move to a new larger space in northeast Normal. Plus, Jon Norton talks to WGLT Summer Concert performer Lilli Lewis. And a Bloomington attorney is honoring his grandmother's legacy by offering a scholarship for students pursuing a career in education.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Thursday, June 30. A political scientist and former mayor of Bloomington says big money will likely be poured into the 91st House District Race. Plus, WBEZ politics reporter Dave McKinney sat down with Mary Dixon for a breakdown of the governor's race and a preview for the general election.

On today's episode, long overdue fines spark calls to change parking in downtown Bloomington, an analysis of what Governor JB Pritzker and Republican Illinois Senator and challenger Darren Bailey have done in office, and a look at sharply rising property tax assessments in Bloomington-Normal.

Homebuilder Tom Armstrong says Rivian has made a big difference in business. Rivian hiring hundreds makes it a great realty market for sellers, but not so…

State Senator Jason Barickman of Bloomington isn't celebrating too much over the on-time delivery of a state budget this year. State lawmakers are still…

Although no Democrat ran for Congress in the 18th district in the Illinois primary, a candidate has surfaced for the general election. Eureka College…

Are social service agencies in Illinois caught in the middle of the state budget crisis or in the crosshairs? Some directors are beginning to wonder if…

The Catholic church is receiving renewed criticism over its handling of sexual abuse allegations after a member of an international commission resigned in…

It's a conversation with Illinois State University President Larry Dietz, who says he's happy there is a state budget, even if its the second lowest…