WGLT's Sound Ideas - Full Episodes

On today's episode, you'll hear an interview with Illinois State University President Terri Goss Kinzy as a new school year begins. Plus, the Illinois attorney general's office talks about a new settlement related to lost wages and contractors at the Rivian plant. And you'll learn about the Diverse Corn Belt farm research project.

On today's episode, you'll hear in-depth interviews with the candidates running for the 46th State Senate Districts. They are Democrat Dave Koehler of Peoria and Republican Desi Anderson of Carlock.

On today's episode, you'll hear an interview with Normal City Manager Pam Reece. Plus, Jon Norton previews this weekend's Mississippi Heat performance in downtown Bloomington. And Datebook stops by an exhibit on view at the McLean County Arts Center.

On today's episode, you'll hear from Unit 5 leaders about the referendum that will be on the November ballot. Plus, meet the 2022 Normal Citizen of the Year: Sonya Mau.

On today's episode, you'll hear the latest on Rivian's financial performance and what's next for hiring at its Normal manufacturing plant. Plus, Charlie Schlenker reports on the investigation into the fatal 2021 shootings at the Landings mobile home park in north Normal. And a new episode of Datebook previews a virtual book club meeting on Aug. 15.

On today's episode, you'll hear the latest on Rivian's financial performance and what's next for hiring at its Normal manufacturing plant. Plus, Charlie Schlenker reports on the investigation into the fatal 2021 shootings at the Landings mobile home park in north Normal. And a new episode of Datebook previews a virtual book club meeting on Aug. 15.

On today's episode, you'll hear an interview with District 87 superintendent David Mouser as he begins his first school year leading Bloomington schools. Plus, a closer look at discrimination lawsuits facing State Farm. And a new episode of McHistory.

On today's episode, you'll hear about a national initiative that's playing out locally, aiming to increase the number of women working for police departments. Plus, meet the first youth member of Bloomington's Public Safety and Community Relations Board. And hear why McLean County's mental health initiatives are getting national attention.

On today's episode, you'll hear about McLean County court officials who are hoping to use data on juvenile offenders to reduce adult crime and punishment in central Illinois. Plus, remembering the life of former Normal Town Council member Garrett Scott, who was also a leader in the local chess community. Plus, an update on a relatively new disease impacting Illinois' corn crop.

On today's episode, you'll hear about a State Farm-hosted event focused on STEM learning among girls. Plus, Larry Carius from the Bloomington-Normal Restaurant Scene Facebook page swings by for an update on the food business.