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Those with business ideas, designers and developers are encouraged to come together to develop new ventures over a 54-hour period. Startup Peoria and…

Plenty of sunlight cascaded over an open field just west of Pottstown on Thursday morning, perhaps a bright sign for Ameren Illinois as the utility company begins construction on a renewable energy facility for Greater Peoria.

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

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 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.

Episode description: In today's episode, you'll hear about an after-school program that is empowering at-risk Peoria youth through bicycles. And the 2021 mortality report released by the Peoria City/County Health Department shows health disparities across Peoria County. Plus, an interview with Peoria City Council candidate Benjamin Nicks Jr.

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.

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…