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Sound Ideas is WGLT's signature local news series. Every weekday, WGLT reporters go beyond soundbites for deeper conversations with newsmakers, musicians, artists, and anyone with a story to share. New episodes air throughout the day on WGLT.

  1. 5 HRS AGO

    Striking ISU workers struggling with cost of living as work stoppage continues

    Some striking dining and grounds workers at Illinois State University said they are struggling to make ends meet amid their third week with no paychecks. Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    4 min

  2. 1D AGO

    Illinois State University sticking to final offer in AFSCME strike negotiations

    The AFSCME Local 1110 strike at Illinois State University [ISU] is approaching its third week with no apparent end in sight. AFSCME Local 1110 is the union representing about 350 striking building, dining and grounds employees at ISU. They have been on strike since April 8. Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    8 min

  3. 1D AGO

    'Quantum Across Illinois' wants to build the next workforce in quantum technology

    Illinois is building a quantum workforce to develop the state as a global destination for emerging technology, with Bloomington-Normal among the locations chosen to promote the new initiative. The Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park [IQMP], a quantum business park backed by the state about two years ago, is starting a new campaign called “Quantum Across Illinois.” It includes a series of visits to Illinois universities to recruit new college graduates to careers in the field. Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    5 min

  4. 1D AGO

    District 87 superintendent sounds off on State Farm departure, phones and SNAP benefits

    The superintendent of District 87 schools said a new policy banning cell phones in classrooms has had a positive impact at Bloomington High School. Superintendent David Mouser gave updates on the policy and a number of other important topics during an interview on WGLT’s Sound Ideas. Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    8 min

  5. 1D AGO

    Statewide data shows McLean County detains defendants awaiting trial at higher rates

    Loyola University researchers studying the Pretrial Fairness Act [PFA] say McLean County detains defendants awaiting trial at higher rates than most Illinois counties. In a presentation this week to McLean County's Criminal Justice Coordinating Council [CJCC], Loyola researcher David Olson presented preliminary findings about the PFA’s impact on the state’s criminal justice system. The law took effect in 2023, making Illinois the first state to eliminate cash bail. Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    5 min

  6. 1D AGO

    ISU VP of Finance and Planning Glen Nelson Q&A

    Illinois State University Vice President of Finance and Planning Glen Nelson discusses negotiations with AFSCME amid the strike which began on April 8.  Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    11 min

  7. 4D AGO

    Need rises sharply at Bloomington-Normal's Community Health Care Clinic

    The Community Health Care Clinic in Normal has seen a big increase in need over the last nine months. Director Holly Wayland-Hall said in a Sound Ideas interview that overarching demand for service has risen about 75% through the first three quarters of this fiscal year. Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    7 min

  8. 4D AGO

    Illinois House approves megaprojects bill, but the Bears want changes

    After more than three years on the legislative backburner, the Illinois House on Wednesday approved a major economic development bill that would clear the path for the Chicago Bears to build a new domed stadium in Arlington Heights.   Support the show: https://donate.nprstations.org/wglt/wglt-choose-donation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    4 min
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Sound Ideas is WGLT's signature local news series. Every weekday, WGLT reporters go beyond soundbites for deeper conversations with newsmakers, musicians, artists, and anyone with a story to share. New episodes air throughout the day on WGLT.

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  • Channel
    WGLT
  • Creator
    WGLT
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 WGLT
  • Show Website
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