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A group of people in business attire sit at tables arranged in a U-shape, attending a meeting with lawmakers in a conference room. An American flag is visible, and a video conference is displayed on a screen in the background.

Requests for new K-12 funding in Illinois likely to outstrip available resources

If advocates, stakeholders and members of the public were granted all their requests for public school funding next year, lawmakers would have to increase the state’s K-12 education budget by nearly three-quarters of a billion dollars.

Members of the New England Patriots — and players across the league — kneel during the national anthem before Sunday's game against the Houston Texans.

Trump Embroiled In 2 Controversies About Professional Sports, Race And Culture

In remarks Friday night in Alabama, Trump took issue with NFL players who have knelt in protest during the national anthem. And on Twitter Saturday, he targeted Stephen Curry of the NBA.

Rep. Liz Cheney, vice chairwoman of the select committee to investigate the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, delivers remarks during a hearing on Oct. 13, 2022. (Also pictured are Rep. Bennie Thompson and Rep. Adam Kinzinger.)

Liz Cheney, focused on stopping Trump, hasn't ruled out 3rd-party presidential run

The former representative says a second Trump presidency would be an "existential threat" to democracy: "There's simply no defense, no excuse for putting that power back in the hands of Donald Trump."

Backyard Tire Fire's new album drops Friday. They play the Black Dirt Music Festival in Bloomington Saturday.

First Backyard Tire Fire Album In A Decade Is A Rootsy Gem

Backyard Tire Fire's new album drops Friday. They perform at the Black Dirt Music Festival in Bloomington on Saturday. Wilco headlines the fest.

A Bloomington mom on when work, school, and home collide

Megan Carter decided to homeschool her four kids during the pandemic. Now she wonders, what comes next?

The Leadoff - Friday 08/06/21

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, Aug. 6, 2021.

The Leadoff - Friday 6/10/22

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Friday, June 10. A half-century after Bloomington-Normal hosted its first corvette show, the super-car's signature event has returned to the Twin Cities to mark its 50th anniversary. Plus, the keynote speaker for an American Red Cross event locally may not be a household name, but it's someone who will share a story of overcoming adversity to reach the top - with two of his passions.

WGLT's The Leadoff - Monday 4/4/22

WGLT's the Leadoff is everything you need to know for Monday, April 4. Eric Stock talks about how alopecia has become a household name after the Oscars. Plus, an international athlete rights expert and two-time world track cycling champion talks about what it means for sport to be a human right.

WGLT's Sound Ideas - Monday 11/14/22

On today's episode, how RSV is impacting pediatric hospital capacity in Bloomington-Normal, the Normal Theater hosts a documentary series on climate change, cannabis entrepreneurs in Illinois struggle with regulatory delays, plus a study on the need for a permanent household hazardous waste collection site in McLean County.

The Leadoff - Monday 11/14/22

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know for Monday, Nov. 14, 2022. You'll hear about a planned study for expanded household hazardous waste collection in McLean County. Plus, the Baby's Fold's largest annual fundraiser, the Festival of Trees returns this week.

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