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Ali discusses budget priorities, drive-through cannabis, chronic nuisance properties
Joe Deacon
In her latest regular interview with WCBU, Peoria Mayor Rita Ali discusses what she sees as the city's budget priorities and expresses hesitation over allowing drive-through service at cannabis dispensaries.
Alderperson Brandon Moss chats with Washington Police Chief Jeff Stevens while Finance Director Paulette Hurd checks something on her laptop before this week's Washington City Council meeting.
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Pay raises proposed for Washington's elected officials wouldn't go into effect until 2029
Steve Stein
Midwest Food Bank Morton Executive Director John Cirilli and one of the charity's relief packages
Bill Poorman
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Midwest Food Bank expanding Morton location to improve disaster relief
Bill Poorman
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