The Leadoff

WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025. You'll hear about a planned roundabout near Rivian's plant that's causing concerns for some farmers. Plus, a Muslim-American scholar on education and Middle Eastern identity from Bloomington worries the long-term commitment needed to help Palestinians rebuild may never come.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025. You'll hear about a special McLean County Board meeting today focused on a late audit -- and the problems it's causing. Plus, get your hands on some very, very big pumpkins.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, Oct. 20, 2025. You'll hear from an expert on homelessness during a swing through Bloomington. Plus, a visit to Bloomington-Normal's newest movie theater.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, Oct. 17, 2025. You'll hear about advocates asking the governor to release discretionary funds for higher education. Plus, a conversation with a Twin City photographer about his new book.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025. You'll hear some creative ideas for what to do with a prime piece of real estate in Downtown Bloomington. Plus, an interview with Bloomington's fire chief about changing staff schedules.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you know to start your day for Wednesday, October 15, 2025. Scams are on the rise -- and no surprise -- seniors are a top target. And Bloomington's District 87 to sell its cash bonds totaling 20-million-dollars for building improvements. 

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you know to start your day for Tuesday, October 14, 2025. One of central Illinois' most recognizable meteorologists is set to sign off after a half century on-air. And renewed hope for peace in the Middle East from the leader of Bloomington-Normal's Jewish community.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you know to start your day for Monday, October 13, 2025. The McLean County Health Department has added a free virtual training to its suicide prevention services. And figure skating icon and cancer advocate Scott Hamilton comes to Bloomington-Normal next month.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. You'll hear about a half dozen ISU students in the National Guard getting called up for active duty. Plus, a visit with two food bloggers who are finding an audience in Central Illinois.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025. You'll hear from an ISU researcher about the impact of Trump administration moves on vaccines. Plus, an OSF Healthcare exercise physiologist designs a device that helps a Bloomington kid stay active as she fights cancer

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