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A new general manager takes the helm at Springdale Cemetery Wednesday. Peoria Public Radio’s Alex Rusciano reports the move comes after months of…

Peoria-area election officials believe record vote-by-mail and early voting participation may translate to fewer people filling out ballots in person…

Interim Peoria County Sheriff Chris Watkins says he's making a quick transition into the top spot with the department facing staffing shortages, budget concerns, and changing state laws regarding law enforcement.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, October 14th. You'll hear what's happening with the construction of Peoria's third landfill, plus the Peoria Riverfront Museum is bringing Mars to the River City.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2022. You'll hear a recap of last night's 17th Congressional District debate in Peoria, co-sponsored by WCBU. And an update on efforts to address homelessness in Peoria.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, December 9. Our top story is about Peoria drivers license facilities requiring appointments for most services. You’ll also hear from a longtime air traffic controller about how a new control tower would change more than 40 workers’ lives. WCBU’s Hannah Alani interviews Tim Ekvall about the crumbling infrastructure inside Peoria’s 64-year-old tower, and how the newly enacted $1.2 trillion federal infrastructure bill could be a dream come true for local air traffic controllers. On Deck is produced by WCBU student intern Holden Kellogg.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, September 28, 2021. Our top story is about how kids in Peoria can explore career options this weekend with the Peoria Park District. You’ll also hear how the Illinois Judges Association wants more retired judges and attorneys to take on pro bono cases on behalf of low-income residents. Michael Brandt served as a Tenth Circuit Court judge in Peoria and Tazewell counties for more than 20 years. He was Chief Judge from 2011 to 2013. WCBU's Hannah Alani speaks with Brandt, who describes the importance of pro bono work - and why civil pro bono cases are just as important as criminal cases.

Sociologist Eric Klinenberg says public libraries, and other so-called social infrastructure, have helped in the past — and can do so again.

Peoria’s annual firework show is expected to light up the sky tonight at 9-30 as scheduled. Unity Point’s annual Red, White and Boom is considered the…

East Peoria Community High School administrators are examining their usage of Native American imagery with the “Raiders” nickname for their sports teams.