The Leadoff

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024. You'll hear about how ISU's transgender student leaders are reacting to the prospects of a second Trump administration. Plus, a Bloomington tattoo artist is recreating some of what cancer has taken.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. You'll hear about a Veterans Day observance in Normal. Plus, a preview of this weekend's Battle of the Bands in Bloomington.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, Nov. 11, 2024. You'll hear about how Rivian is adapting to a potentially higher tariff environment as Donald Trump returns to power. Plus, an interview with The Immigration Project's keynote speaker about the nation's conversation about deportation.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, Nov. 8, 2024. You'll hear one theory as to why McLean County Republicans struggled in this week's election. Plus, a look at what a second Trump administration could mean for Rivian and the EV industry.

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WGLT’s The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024. You’ll hear from Twin City voters about their feelings about the election results. Plus, a political scientist talks about the changing colors of McLean County.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. You'll hear a recap of election night in McLean County, including a strong showing by Democrats in several key races.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. You'll hear about the City of Bloomington's long-term planning for drinking water needs. Plus, a new installment of "More Of That, Please" looks at a civic engagement volunteer.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, Nov. 4, 2024. You'll hear about Bloomington-Normal police preparations for Election Day and its aftermath. Plus, a preview of the Illinois Symphony Orchestra's "Paris Impressions" next weekend.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, Nov. 1, 2024. You'll hear from the Normal police chief about work on the mass gathering ordinance. Plus, a look at the 17th Congressional District candidates on the budget, deficit and economy

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024. You'll hear about the next phase of a digitization effort at the McLean County Museum of History. Plus, an interview with the director of a new documentary about former Rep. Adam Kinzinger.

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