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Sound Ideas is WGLT's flagship news program. Every weekday, WGLT reporters go beyond soundbites for deeper conversations with Bloomington-Normal newsmakers, musicians, artists, and anyone with a story to share. This 30-minute newsmagazine is produced Monday through Friday.
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On today's episode, Republicans claim voter privacy is being violated on college campuses across Illinois, truckers come to Normal looking for solutions for a struggling industry, an amateur golfer from Bloomington can't believe he's earned a chance to play at the Masters, and A.J. Croce pays tribute to his father at a Bloomington concert.Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
ISU's president details more tough financial times ahead in his annual state of the university address, Bloomington's city manager explains the city's shift to keep the grocery tax, and together again as a virtual band, Hotter Than June has a new record and one last chance in Bloomington to hear the songs live. Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode, a central Illinois pheasant hunter won a multi-million dollar jury award for exposure from -- of all things -- asbestos in his shotgun shells, how language separates generations and sometimes leads to misunderstanding, and a Bloomington author reflects on her personal trauma from losing loved ones in hopes that it can help others.Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode, an examination of cashless bail in Illinois shows many missed court dates are linked to drug use, a federal grant studies how to reduce overdoses within the criminal legal system, and a Democratic candidate for congress claims he has a strategy win over voters from the other side.Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode, Bloomington and Normal claim McLean County has violated their agreement over mental health funding, partly over how county jail guards are paid, State Farm's former CEO is stressing the value of a liberal arts education and Charlie Kirk's political organization targeted dozens of college professors in Illinois. Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode, providers address barriers to accessing maternal health care in McLean County, much of central Illinois is now in a drought, a reflection on the life of the late former governor Jim Edgar in his own words, and Nomad Theater kicks off its second season with courtroom dramas in an historic courtroom in Bloomington.Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode, how Home Sweet Home Ministries built support for a shelter village and became a community leader, LGBTQ people fear a broken immigration system could force them back to where they don't feel safe and the town of Normal touts its efforts to reduce its debt.Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode, ICE fears keep visitors and vendors away from a Hispanic heritage event in Bloomington, a climate policy advocate cautions students considering climate for a career, an art teacher sparks kindness by teaching kids to help others and the latest McHistory tells the story of McLean County's one and only Nobel prize winner.Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode, some social media posts in the aftermath of the Charlie Kirk killing raise are prompting questions about free speech rights -- in the workplace, a young Democrat is challenging incumbent Eric Sorensen for Congress and a Bloomington art gallery opts for visibility over foot traffic in moving out of downtown. Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode, a couple opening a grocery store in Bloomington was surprised to see food deserts in a community that has so much, ISU welcomes its first class of engineering students, a ballet touring in Bloomington explores postpartum depression, and a look back at the life and legacy of former Governor Jim Edgar.Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode, the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has energized young Republicans in central Illinois, Bloomington-Normal's Jewish community prepares for its high holiday season while seeking common ground during a tense time, and a new exhibit in Bloomington explores the history of death and how we honor our loved ones.Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode, a health worker fired from the CDC says she's trying to rebuild trust in public health -- from the outside, a central figure on 9-11 shares his experience ahead of a new exhibit coming to Central Illinois and a new green infrastructure pilot project aims to reduce flooding in some vulnerable parts of Bloomington-Normal.Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode, Bloomington's mayor addresses concerns from some vocal subdivision residents about the city's new housing strategy, a health and wellness hub in Bloomington for youth and teens moves closer to completion, and a McLean County family launches a nonprofit to help families who have a loved one with epilepsy.Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode, the McLean County sheriff acknowledges some of its license plate data was inadvertently shared with federal immigration authorities, retired broadcaster and storyteller Steve Vogel has some of his own stories to share and a MAGA Republican launches a long-shot bid to primary Congressman Darin LaHood.Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode, the Normal Township supervisor faces questions about a second full-time job while serving the township, juvenile justice and child welfare advocates hope a new state law will bring more support for children caught in the court system, and the city of Bloomington competes for a private grant to bring more free public concerts to downtown.Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode, a Make-A-Wish dad three-times-over wants to see all kids' dreams come too, LeRoy's newest drivers get a road lesson during harvest season, roller derby could be making a comeback in Bloomington-Normal, plus a photo exhibition in Bloomington shares the living history of handmade Mexican dolls. Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode, Normal Mayor Chris Koos and McLean County Board Chair Elizabeth Johnson discuss the standoff between the county, Bloomington and Normal over sales tax money to support mental health.Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode, State Farm launches a voluntary exit program for employees, District 87 explores easing some graduation requirements for students new to the U.S. and a new true-crime podcast explores a disappearance in Normal nearly a century ago.Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode, the former head of the Illinois National Guard slams the idea of sending federal troops to Chicago, bird experts worry that litter at Miller Park Lake, especially used fishing lines, are putting waterfowl at risk, advocates push for a medical right to die in Illinois after a previous attempt ran out of time and a new food truck plans to bring authentic African food to the Twin Cities.Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's episode, a license plate camera company shares personal info with immigration officials, prompting calls for more scrutiny, the civilian arm of the U.S. Air Force is looking for new recruits in McLean County, plus Heartland Theatre Company kicks off a new season with a timeless battle of the sexes.Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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