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GLT's Ryan Denham talks with two medical cannabis users, who say they want the drug legalized for everyone. Eric Stock has an exit interview with retiring McLean County Administrator Bill Wasson. and Music Director Jon Norton previews some upcoming changes to GLT's music format, starting next week.

Recycling isn't profitable, it's costly. Yet it would be less expensive if people figured out how to do it right. Illinois State University recycling coordinator Andrew Bennett and other experts talk with GLt's Eric Stock. Plus, Bloomington Mayor Tari Renner stops by to talk with Ryan Denham about a public spat with Council Member Joni Painter. Mary Cullen dives into the archives of the history of addiction. Chestnut Health Systems has some of the most comprehensive in the nation. And GLT's Grow

The next episode of McHistory shows us an early feminist and educator from Bloomington Normal. June Rose Colby grew to such prominence she had an ISU dormitory named in her honor. Plus, it's summer. People go on vacation and they stop giving blood. It's a critical shortage time for donations. Eric Stock has more. Jon Norton gives us the Rock of Ages. And a new report from Pro Publica shows State Senator Bill Brady has a significant financial interest in the Illinois Video gaming industry at the

It's Memorial Day, but here's a memory of a different sort...of a Rock Festival near Heyworth on Memorial Day of 1970. Jon Norton brings you The Incident At Kickapoo Creek. Plus, a central Illinois group honors those who have served by taking them on a journey to the nation's capital to memorialize their comrades. Charlie Schlenker has more with volunteers for Honor Flights. Mary Cullen plays who's got the button, or more accurately, a half a million buttons. And, there is a Next to Normal Story

A new report measures the outsized role of manufacturing in much of downstate Illinois. Mark Denzler from the Illinois Manufacturers Association on what people don't know about what's made here in Illinois. Plus, it's high school graduation weekend in Bloomington Normal, a little early perhaps, but way early for a couple of grads Eric Stock talks with. Arts Correspondent Laura Kennedy features poet and photographer Justin Hamm and his new exhibit. And Bluesman Patrick Sweany meets GLT's Jon

Hear about central Illinois vaccination rates. Vaccine skeptic Susan Mitchell says media make too much of the issue, considering how little faith people have in government and drug companies. Erick Stock reports there are a few vaccination rate trouble spots in Bloomington Normal, but herd immunity is largely ok. Plus, a lack of diversity in culture has broad implications for society. But, a lack of diversity in scholarship, especially in the sciences, is a really big deal according to an IWU

A six year old water quality sample in Bloomington showed the presence of toxic chemicals formerly used in teflon, though below levels the EPA considers a danger. Find out more about PFAs in Eric Stock's report. Plus, Sheriff Jon Sandage gives an update on the no operational addition to the Mclean County Jail. GLT's Grow tells you whether covering up exposed tree roots is really the thing to do. Jon Norton previews GLT Summer Concert Headliner Adia Victoria. And Correspondent Laura Kennedy looks

You might think the trade war affects manufacturing, aluminum, and electronics. But, it's a lot more than that for one Bloomington business owner. Kristin Rae tells GLT's Mary Cullen her prices are soaring because of tariffs. Plus, cooking for five Presidents presents unique challenges. Correspondent Joe Deacon chats with a White House Chef. GLT's Beer Correspondent, [Well, that's not really a position even though it oughta be] Ryan Denham, previews a new Fairbury brewery. And the Coalescence

Gaze into the face of a terrible bureaucracy, the intellectuals who supported Nazi plans for the Holocaust. ISU History Professor Katrin Paehler has a new book on Walter Schellenberg and Nazi intelligence services. Plus, Ryan Denham reports on a new way to keep historic buildings in Bloomington from the wrecking ball. The city historic commission will look at all tear down proposals on buildings older than a half century. Laura Kennedy brings you the annual children's opera from Prairie Fire

Hear about a Bloomington Normal connection to the Tony nominated musical Betelgeuse. Costumer Savannah Wetzel talks about her journey from the twin cities to Broadway. Plus, Jon Norton previews the GLT Summer Concert June 9th by talking with the Rebirth Brass Band. Authors Steve Vogel and Edith Brady Lunny delve into the infamous Amanda Hamm and Maurice Lagrone murder cases. And Breanna Grow previews Kitefest.