WGLT's Sound Ideas - Full Episodes

On today's episode, you'll hear about three McLean County communities that recently detected measurable amounts of so-called forever chemicals in their water supply. Town and state water officials assure the drinking water is safe. But an ISU professor who studies water issues says there's too much we don't know. Plus, learn how YWCA of McLean County plans to use grant money funded by cannabis tax revenue. And a new episode of Datebook.

On today's episode, you'll tour the Bloomington-Normal YMCA's new facility in Bloomington. Plus, Chicago-based journalist Catalina Maria Johnson previews her musical visit to Bloomington-Normal. And a new episode of McHistory looks at a Bloomington Police detective.

On today's episode, you'll hear the latest on efforts to bring a new grocery store to west Bloomington. Plus, an agricultural behemoth has bought a St. Louis-based startup company Illinois State University works closely with. And a report on a leadership change at the Bloomington Election Commission.

On today's episode, you'll hear about the first cohort of people who represent a partnership between Rivian and Heartland Community College and just graduated with skills in electric vehicle maintenance. Plus, an interview with Normal Mayor Chris Koos.

On today's episode, you'll hear from the state's new electric vehicle coordinator about how access and equity fit into her new job. Plus, Sarah Nardi talks to a clinical psychologist from Carle Health about talking to kids about recent headline-making violence. And Charlie Schlenker reports on the need for a new industrial park in Bloomington-Normal.

On today's episode, you'll hear some staycation ideas for central Illinois, if inflation has pinched your household budget. Plus, a preview of "Carmen" from MIOpera. And an iconic mural in Uptown Normal gets a visit from the artist who created it.

On today's episode, WGLT’s series on inflation takes a look into the impact of inflation on farmland. Next, the emerging Bloomington band Old Smoke talks about their next project. And then a look into the final shows of the Shakespeare festival.

On today's episode, WGLT's series on how inflation is impacting Bloomington-Normal looks at retirees who are living on a fixed income. Plus, state Sen. Jason Barickman talks about the politics of inflation. And Elisabeth Reed from ISU talks about the university's new sustainability plan.

On today's episode, inflation is hitting every part of life, including how much you have to pay for pet food, supplies and even veterinary visits. Plus, you'll hear an interview with Bloomington City Manager Tim Gleason. And an update on COVID from the McLean County Health Department.

On today's episode, you'll hear the first story in our series about inflation's impact on Bloomington-Normal, focused on social service agencies and the people who rely on them. Plus, an interview with an 18-year-old Realtor who is following his family into real estate.