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On today's episode, you'll hear from the state climatologist about Peoria's warm, largely snowless December. Hannah Alani speaks with Gabriel and Tony Haddad about their family's Peoria story and Peoria restaurant – and their hopes for the New Year. Plus, an interview with Jim Runyon, the interim executive director and a board member for The Autism Collective, based in Peoria.

On today’s episode you’ll hear about Peoria’s Better Earth Composting. Plus, on Postmark Peoria, you’ll learn how the Illinois River once fostered a thriving ice business. And during Out and About, host Jenn Gordon of Arts Partners speaks with Wendy Thomasson of the Peoria Ballet about their upcoming performance of the Nutcracker.

On today’s episode, Peoria Mayor Rita Ali joins WCBU’s Joe Deacon in the studio to talk about the prospect of bringing rail service back to Peoria. And director of the Peoria Humane Society, Kitty Yanko talks to WCBU’s Jody Holtz about the Peoria County Animal Protection Services (PCAPS) animal shelter and the Peoria Humane Society. Plus, reporter Eric Stock has the first in a two-part series on the sudden rise of Reditus Laboratories in Pekin.

On this week’s episode of Out and About, Jenn Gordon talks with Wendy Thomasson and Ian Thatcher from the Peoria Ballet about their spring production of "Coppelia."This classic ballet is widely considered one of the greatest comic ballets ever staged. It follows the tale of a dancing doll created by the mysterious inventor Dr. Coppelius and is based on a story by E.T.A. Hoffmann. New sets and costumes compliment the cast of 50 students performing alongside Ian Thatcher, who will play the role of Dr. Coppelius.Performances will take place on April 9 and 10 at Five Points Washington. For tickets and information visit Peoria Ballet.

The Peoria City Council is gathering more information before it votes on the option to relocate the LST 325 on the riverfront. Some consider the idea a…

On this week’s episode of Out and About, Jenn Gordon talks with Bill Conger and physician and pianist Dr. Tony Karam about the special upcoming concert and exhibition "From Peoria to Lebanon". One year ago, a massive warehouse explosion rocked Beirut, Lebanon, killing hundreds of people and displacing 300,000. Among the most prominent local populations of central Illinois are thousands of Americans whose family members immigrated from Lebanon. On this anniversary, the Peoria Riverfront Museum presents an unprecedented contemporary art exhibition featuring donated art from artists of Lebanon and a piano concert in partnership with the Scottish Rite Theatre. The concert features Dr. Tony Karam, renowned Lebanese physician and classical pianist. The concert will take place on December 19 at 2:30 PM at the Scottish Rite Theatre. For tickets and more information visit From Peoria to Lebanon Concert

In today's episode, you'll hear from East Peoria mayor John Kahl about updates and new developments under works in the city. And catch an interview with a pair of filmmakers who recently created a documentary on Peoria's downtown GAR Hall. Plus, a conversation with Bernice Gordon-Young as part of our continuing recap with the Peoria City Council candidates.

In today's episode, you'll hear about the timeline for the Harrison School demolition on Peoria's South Side and what comes next for the site. And a new documentary by filmmaker Dennis Medley profiles several of Peoria's war veterans. Plus, hear an in-depth conversation with Peoria Police Chief Eric Echevarria on ShotSpotter technology.

On today’s special episode, you’ll hear UnityPoint Health infectious disease physician Dr. Praveen Sudhindra talk to WCBU’s Tim Shelley about recent influenza trends in the Peoria area. And WCBU reporter Joe Deacon talks with 17th District Congresswoman Cheri Bustos about her years of service and what it means for her get Peoria the money to tear down the abandoned Harrison School on Peoria’s Southside. Plus, passenger rail station conceptual planners Anthony Corso and Mark Vrba talk about the three downtown Peoria riverfront sites under consideration for a Peoria passenger rail station proposal.

In today's episode, you'll hear how the implementation of the Cure Violence plan on Peoria's East Bluff could play out. And Peoria attorney Yolanda Riley shares her experiences growing up in Peoria's foster care system in a excerpt from the Mother's War on Violence podcast. Plus, Peoria Mayor Rita Ali shares more about the proposed Medina Plains Business Park.