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The Illinois Department of Natural Resources was once a national leader in that space. New Director Colleen Callahan says, though it has been hollowed out by years of under funding caused by state financial troubles and political deadlock. GLT's Breanna Grow talks with Department of Natural Resources Director Colleen Callahan at the Ropp Dairy Farm. Plus, Eric Stock reports on how zoos can be engulfed in a media firestorm. And U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth visits with GLT's Ryan Denham about

An update on efforts to bring a new grocery store to West Bloomington. A Downtown Bloomington business owner recaps his closed-door meeting with Bloomington City Council member Jenn Carrillo. And another installment of the Next to Normal Story Slam.

Bloomington Mayor Tari Renner talks about a budget maneuver that he says could put Connect Transit at risk. GLT's Charlie Schlenker asks U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis if it's time for impeachment. Mary Cullen reports on the impact of marijuana legalization on police dogs. And Laura Kennedy previews a new production of "Gypsy."

What do the new state budget and capital bill mean for Central Illinois? GLT checks in with state Reps. Keith Sommer and Dan Brady, plus Illinois State University President Larry Dietz. And another installment of "What's On Your Turntable?" Jon Norton talks to an Illinois Wesleyan University grad about his research into Frank Zappa in the 1960s.

Karen Irvin of Mom's Demand Action For Gun Sense in Bloomington Normal says the spring session of the General Assembly was a partial success for their group. But, Mom's Demand Action is still working toward a Fix the FOID bill. Plus, arts correspondent Laura Kennedy visits with Bruce Boeck about the Ten Minute Play festival. Boeck has the happiest laugh you will ever hear. Hear from a Tony Nominated producer of the Prom ahead of the Tony's this weekend. And Jon Norton has the music of Summer

Congressman Rodney Davis is departing from the Trump Administration position that includes the latest tariff threat over a non economic problem. Davis says Trump is showing a lack of leadership on immigration reform. Plus, hear the voices of World War II veterans from Bloomington Normal as we observe the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings. Laura Kennedy delves into fan culture with the Psych Geeks. And Jon Norton introduces you to the GLT Summer Concert act, the Rebirth Brass Band.

GLT's Ryan Denham reports on some positive new developments in Downtown Bloomington. Jon Music previews the first full-length album from Disorganizer ahead of its Friday nigth debut. And Mike and Murph hammer out the best way to build a treehouse on this week's episode of GLT's Grow.

Normal Mayor Chris Koos recaps last night's Town Council meeting, including a discussion about public comment rules. GLT Correspondent Colleen Reynolds reports from a Pride Month kickoff celebration that marks 50 years since a historic moment in the gay rights movement. And GLT's Eric Stock has an exit interview with retiring Marcfirst CEO Laura Furlong.

GLT's Ryan Denham reports on the uncertain future of Steak 'n Shake, which was born in Bloomington-Normal. Our colleagues at NPR Illinois report on the busy end to the spring legislative session. And GLT Correspondent Breanna Grow files an adorable report from a Bloomington cat show competition.

Here's hoping you will like As You Like it, at the Illinois Shakespeare Festival, that you won't be 'Pride and Prejudiced' just because it's Austen and not the Bard, And that you will have a Caesar you have never seen before. Shakespeare Festival head John Stark talks with GLT Arts Correspondent Laura Kennedy. Plus, GLT's new management agreement of Peoria Public Radio Station WCBU is about to go into effect. GLT General Manager RC McBride unpacks what that means. And a report on dead bodies and