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In today's episode, you'll hear from the CEO of the Cure Violence Global program about how the program would work here in Peoria. And Peoria Mayor Rita Ali sits down with WCBU's Joe Deacon to talk about Peoria's recent spike in violent crime. Plus, WCBU correspondent Steve Tarter takes us on a tour of the historical High Street in Peoria.

On today's episode, you'll hear from a Peoria native's journey to becoming the chief financial officer at AutoZone. Plus, the Penguin Project Peoria returns to the stage. And Peoria's South Side Mission doubles down on its investments in the city's 61605 ZIP code.

The new Illinois Solar For All program is coming to Peoria County.The program targets low-income and environmental justice communities."People are able to…

In today's episode, you'll hear a lawyers take on whether or not poverty is criminalized in Peoria and what that could look like in action. And as protests in Iran continue, an Iranian artist living in Peoria shares her perspective on what's happening in her country. Plus, The Second Chance Nightclub that was the heart of Peoria's rock scene in the 1970s and 80s is coming back for a celebration of Peoria's vintage music scene.

In today's episode, you'll get an update on the past year in Peoria real estate. And you'll hear about the connection between the creator of Zorro and the Peoria County community. Plus, learn how a walk audit is helping Peoria-area leaders understand the pedestrian experience.

On today's episode, you'll hear about Youth Music Illinois, which has been striving to mentor and train Peoria’s youth throughout their musical mission since 1965. Plus, a new episode of Food Trek. And a conversation with Lenora Fisher from the Greater Peoria Economic Development Council.

On today's show, the first story in our five-part series about COVID-19's impact on Greater Peoria -- especially healthcare workers. Plus, Trayvon Martin's mother speaks in Peoria on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. And an interview with state Sen. Dave Koehler of Peoria.

On today's episode, you'll hear about CityLink's study of microtransit and what it could mean for riders. Plus, a look at the unique mental health issues faced by Peoria firefighters. And Joe Deacon reports on media literacy efforts between Peoria Public Schools and the Peoria Public Library.

On today's episode, the director of the state's new Office of Firearm Violence Prevention visits Peoria. Plus, the former Pabst Brewery "33 Room" is reopening to the general public next year, nearly four decades after the beermaker closed down its Peoria Heights plant. And a closer look at wages in Greater Peoria.

In today's episode, Peoria city manager Patrick Urich provides an update on issues happening around the Peoria City Council horseshoe. And, learn why the developers of a controversial carbon dioxide pipeline are speaking with landowners in Tazewell County...even though it's outside the current proposed route. Plus, WCBU revisits a conversation with Peoria city council candidate Lawrence Maushard ahead of the April 4th election.