WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, Dec. 12, 2025. You'll hear about Rivian building its own powerful AI chips for autonomous driving. Plus, what's next for Bloomington's police accountability board.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025. You'll hear about Bloomington's new proactive approach to property maintenance issues. Plus, Twin City women share their experiences with menopause.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025. You'll hear about ISU football's playoff run and their next matchup in California. Plus, why some McLean County Board members are criticizing their own health department inspectors.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025. You'll hear from VisitBN about a new survey to guide the future of tourism efforts in Bloomington-Normal. Plus, an update on the Connect Transit downtown transfer center project.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, Dec. 8, 2025. You'll hear reaction from Central Illinois Scouting leaders to a potential breakup with the military. Plus, more of our interview with two Illinois Supreme Court justices.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, Dec. 5, 2025. You'll hear about Heartland Community College showcasing its apprenticeship programs. Plus, information on how to schedule a phone call from Santa.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025. You'll hear from two Illinois Supreme Court justices during a stop in Bloomington. Plus, an interview with Normal Town Council member Kevin McCarthy.

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WGLT's The Leadoff is everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025. You'll hear about Brightpoint's Bloomington Crisis Nursery facing growing need -- and need helping to meet it. Plus, an interview with McLean County's Toys for Toys leader.

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