It's what you need to know to start your day for Thursday, May 30, 2019. Our Leadoff story from GLT's Mary Cullen builds on reporting from ProPublica and WBEZ about state Sen. Bill Brady's ties to the video gambling industry. Plus, Bloomington-Normal medical cannabis users share why they want marijuana legalized for recreational users too.
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