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In their latest monthly conversation, WCBU reporter Joe Deacon talks with Peoria Mayor Rita Ali about whether she's concerned by a recent spike in violent crime, last week’s fatal shooting involving Peoria police officers, the possibility of amending the city’s policy on cannabis dispensaries, and more.

Rape crisis centers are facing many hardships during the pandemic. Many are struggling to maintain services their clients rely on and balance budgets....

COVID-19 numbers in the Peoria region are currently at some of the lowest levels seen since the pandemic began.

Since the Peoria City Council has opted not to fund a $25,000 Cure Violence Assessment, the Peoria City/County Health Department will pick up the tab.

The volunteer business assistance nonprofit SCORE Peoria is working to expand its presence in Bloomington-Normal. But those efforts could be facing a major roadblock, as the pending reconciliation legislation in Congress would eliminate the national organization's funding.

Gates, a professor, documentary filmmaker and host of PBS' "Finding Your Roots," wants to help America's youth find their ancestors.

Dr. Brandon Bockewitz is the team doctor for the Peoria Rivermen hockey team, a role he’s held for the past eight years – although COVID-19 kept the team from participating in the 2020-21 Southern Professional Hockey League season.

Illinois Gov. J.B Pritzker signed a $53 billion budget for the 2025 fiscal year on Wednesday, and Peoria leaders now have a clearer picture of how the spending plan impacts city finances.

The chief meteorologist at WEEK-TV is retiring on Oct. 15 after two generations of forecasting weather to the Peoria and Bloomington-Normal TV market.

The Peoria Riverfront Museum is one of 12 charter members participating in the Art Bridges Collection Loan Partnership, an initiative announced this week by the Arkansas-based Art Bridges Foundation established by billionaire philanthropist Alice Walton.