WGLT-FM (Normal, IL)

WGLT is a public radio station affiliated with Illinois State University, operating at a frequency of 89.1 MHz in Normal, Illinois. The station focuses on delivering local news and NPR programs, along with music during the evenings and weekends. Additionally, WGLT extends its reach with an FM translator, W278AE, broadcasting at 103.5 MHz in Peoria to enhance its signal throughout the Illinois River valley.

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Trump secures 'golden share' in Nippon Steel deal

2 days ago | wglt.org | Mike Regan

By President Trump says he has secured a so-called 'golden share' in a deal that would allow for Nippon Steel to take over U.S. Steel. The arrangement would give the president veto power over many decisions the company might want to make. Bloomberg senior editor Mike Regan joins us. This article was originally published on WBUR.org. Copyright 2025 WBUR
Author calls for class-based affirmative action in higher education

1 week ago | wglt.org | Richard D. Kahlenberg

Colleges and universities have had to adjust their admissions processes after the Supreme Court struck down race-based affirmative action a couple of years ago. Author Richard Kahlenberg argues that schools should turn to class-based affirmative action, which he says will also increase diversity.
Teen Art Group starts 'A Conversation' about inspiration in new show at University Galleries | WGLT

2 weeks ago | wglt.org | Lauren Warnecke

Four Bloomington High School students developed the exhibition over the school year, starting with pieces from University Galleries' permanent collection.
Oklahoma teachers will soon have to teach 2020 election conspiracies

2 weeks ago | wglt.org | Jessica Huseman

By In Oklahoma, public school teachers will soon be required to teach about the widely debunked conspiracy theory that Democrats stole the 2020 election from President Trump. Jessica Huseman, editorial director at Votebeat, joins us to discuss. This article was originally published on WBUR.org. Copyright 2025 WBUR
U.S. imports see record drop amid tariff uncertainty

2 weeks ago | wglt.org | Mike Regan

By Imports of goods to the United States plunged by almost 20% in April, a record drop. U.S. consumers are slowing spending and bracing for higher prices as President Trump's tariffs disrupt trade. Here & Now's Jane Clayson speaks with Mike Regan, Bloomberg News senior editor. This article was originally published on WBUR.org. Copyright 2025 WBUR
'Sea of Grass' documents destruction of prairie and the people trying to save it

3 weeks ago | wglt.org | Dave Hage |Josephine Marcotty

The North American prairie rivals the Amazon rainforest in its biological diversity, and it's disappearing even faster. A new book documents the destruction of this natural wonder and introduces some of the people trying to save it. " Sea of Grass: The Conquest, Ruin, and Redemption of Nature on the American Prairie " is out on Tuesday. Authors Dave Hage and Josephine Marcotty met up with Here & Now 's Chris Bentley in Illinois' Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie to talk about it.
'Big beautiful bill' dominates week in politics

3 weeks ago | wglt.org | Margaret Talev

By On the Friday politics roundtable, Here & Now's Peter O'Dowd discusses the takeaways from the week in politics, with Axios' Margaret Talev and The Washington Post's Toluse Olorunnipa, who also reflects on the political impact of the murder of George Floyd five years ago. This article was originally published on WBUR.org. Copyright 2025 WBUR
The city of Savannah prepares as more Americans drink less alcohol

3 weeks ago | wglt.org | Benjamin Payne

By Americans are increasingly choosing to drink less or not at all. So what does that mean for party cities across the country? Benjamin Payne of Georgia Public Broadcasting gives us the view from Savannah, known as the Hostess City of the South. This article was originally published on WBUR.org. Copyright 2025 WBUR
In 'J Vs. K,' best-selling authors Kwame Alexander and Jerry Craft throw down and collaborate

1 month ago | wglt.org | Jerry Craft |Kwame Alexander

By Jerry Craft and Kwame Alexander's new book " J Vs. K " centers around two kids, one an artist, the other an author, who first compete then collaborate in their school's storytelling contest. Alexander and Craft talk about the book and their collaboration with host Robin Young. By Jerry Craft and Kwame AlexanderText copyright © 2025 by KA Productions, LLC, and Jerry Craft. Illustration copyright © 2025 by Jerry Craft. This article was originally published on WBUR.org. Copyright 2025 WBUR
Tennis star Rafael Nadal's career and rivalries chronicled in new book 'The Warrior'

1 month ago | wglt.org | Christopher Clarey

By Rafael Nadal won the French Open an incredible 14 times. The tennis great's skills, especially on clay courts, were unmatched. Here & Now's Scott Tong speaks with longtime New York Times tennis correspondent Christopher Clarey about Nadal's remarkable career and rivalries. Clarey wrote the new book " The Warrior: Rafael Nadal and His Kingdom of Clay."By Christopher Clarey Excerpted with permission of Grand Central PublishingThis article was originally published on WBUR.org. Copyright 2025 WBUR