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On today's episode, environmental advocates push for passage of the Restoring America's Wildlife Act, the West Bloomington Revitalization Project overcomes several years of hardship and uncertainty, plus a scrap metal sculptor from Lexington explains his work and why he does it.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2023. You'll hear a checkup on the Bloomington-Normal homebuilding market. Plus, an interview with ISU's business college dean about how deep the recession will go.

On today's episode, an Illinois State University economist analyzes the job picture and talk of a pending recession, the town of Normal projects a 20% budget increase, plus ISU researchers share how a new tracking device could reduce workplace injuries but also pose ethical concerns.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023. You'll hear about the Town of Normal's budget forecast for next year -- and where increased spending will go. Plus, an ISU researcher looking into workplace safety.

On today's episode, a man from Normal explains how he learned that he was a victim of fertility fraud.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023. You'll hear about a judge's ruling in an election case involving the Town of Normal. Plus, a new Bloomington resident wants to learn how to drive in the snow and ice.

Interest rates are up significantly, and as homebuilders look at the approaching spring construction season, they will be faced with choices on how to finance construction and how long they think they'll have to wait before they can sell a new housing unit.Normal City Manager Pam Reece says the rate increases have slowed the construction market. But in this interview with Charlie Schlenker, Reece says the hikes have not stopped construction plans. Listen to the full interview above.

On today's episode, lawyers in McLean County detail plans to handle the end of cash bail, a Bloomington group advocates for more infill development, plus two health agencies in McLean County receive a federal grant to fill gaps in mental health care.

On today's episode, State Farm ends matching charitable donations for retirees, Illinois state Rep. Dan Caulkins discusses gun control, plus WGLT offers another feature of More Of That, Please.

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022. You'll hear about changes to charitable giving at State Farm and what it means for local nonprofits. Plus, an interview with new-ish Bloomington state Rep. Dan Caulkins.