WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, Oct. 24, 2025. You'll hear about a new budget model that will be used at Illinois State University. Plus, an interview with NPR's Steve Inskeep, who will visit Normal next week for WGLT's Radio Faces.

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