WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you know to start your day for Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Two political newcomers from Central Illinois are vying for seats in Congress. Plus, Illinois is set to implement the first major reforms to its public defense system in decades.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you know to start your day for Tuesday, August 12, 2025. The only news agency in neighboring Ford County got a lifeline with a state tax credit helping local newsrooms in Illinois. Plus, a familiar face returns to the Baby Fold, this time to serve as a principal at the Hammitt School on Willow Street.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, Aug. 11, 2025. You'll hear about traffic safety measures coming to the ISU campus in Normal this fall. Plus, a preview of a new Prairie Fire Theatre production opening this week.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, Aug. 8, 2025. You'll hear the latest on the redistricting standoff that brought Texas Democrats to Illinois. Plus, how the Four Seasons Health Club is adapting to a changing marketplace.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025. You'll hear about the impact of U.S. policy changes on Rivian's bottom line. Plus, a look at how sky-high electric bills are impacting homeowners, renters and businesses in Illinois.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2025. You'll hear about a trail extension along Route 66. Plus, an interview with Normal Mayor Chris Koos.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025. You'll hear about the Trump administration's impact on international student enrollment in Bloomington-Normal. Plus, an interview with a McLean County sheriff's candidate.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, Aug. 4, 2025. You'll hear fresh comments from OSF HealthCare leadership about the potential impacts of Medicaid cuts in the massive GOP's tax cut and spending plan. Plus, a look at a collage artist's exhibition now on view at Bloomington Public Library.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, Aug. 1, 2025. You'll hear about higher education impacts in the massive GOP tax cut and spending plan. Plus, a charity run from Bloomington-Normal to Peoria turns 40 this year.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, July 31, 2025. You'll hear about two projects that will have a big impact on parking in downtown Bloomington. Plus, an interview with Adam Nielsen, Normal's 2025 Citizen of the Year.

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