On today's episode, Nightshop's closing leaves a void in Bloomington-Normal's music scene, the top arts and culture moments of Bloomington-Normal in 2024, Women United promotes children's literacy with the help of Dolly Parton, plus a reading of  "A Visit from Saint Nicholas."

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On today's episode, the latest in WGLT’s series on domestic violence in McLean County, educators make the case for a sales tax to support an array of needs in McLean County public schools, and a nonprofit in Normal helps seniors fight loneliness and isolation and students get a second chance through a workforce equity effort at Heartland Community College.

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On today's show, you'll hear the second part of WGLT's series about domestic violence in McLean County. Plus, a local couple's wedding is especially timely. And an interview with Normal City Manager Pam Reece.

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On today's episode, the first in WGLT's series on domestic violence in McLean County, Bloomington police report a series of burglaries targeting Asian-Americans, McLean County's plans to drop a regional transportation contract leave some neighboring counties scrambling, plus the latest edition of McHistory recalls the first Civil War Christmas in McLean County.

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On today's episode, you'll hear about holiday stress, why we ask too much of ourselves every year, and what we can do about it. Plus, an interview with a Bloomington-Normal basketball coach who just notched her 600th win. And you'll visit Bloomington-Normal's first revolving sushi restaurant.

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On today's episode, the city of Bloomington is putting in a hiring freeze to help it get through tough financial times, a soon-to-be ISU graduate takes a non-traditional path to her diploma and Santa is making his list and checking it twice and says all Bloomington-Normal boys and girls are nice.

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On today's episode, a Bloomington group that reviews police policy and complaints has had a hard time attracting youth members, some nonprofits worry about a bill in Congress that could make it easier to strip their funding, and a recent ISU grad is working on an app to help young adult cancer patients connect for support.

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On today's episode, a Twin Cities native designs a new state flag for Illinois, McLean County health officials say it's peak season for respiratory illnesses and low vaccination rates are a concern, plus there's no cash required for these two techies offering free computer help in Bloomington-Normal. 

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On today's episode, rural police departments in McLean County embrace a 'different way of policing,' the head of inspections in Normal reflects on all the development he has seen in 40 years with the town, and Illinois students name their favorite books of the year.

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On today's episode, McLean County courts are looking for mentors to help young adults who are serving probation; Illinois prosecutors are required to publicly release reports about fatal police shootings, but some prosecutors stay silent; Midwest Food Bank looks to address what it calls unprecedented demand due to increased costs; plus a competition in Bloomington teaches kids STEM through Legos.

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