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On today’s episode, you’ll hear WCBU's Jody Holtz speak with Detective Christina Chavez and Sergeant and patrol officer Amy Dotson of the Peoria Police Department about their experiences as women in law enforcement here in the city of Peoria. And photographer and now store owner Ava Kamm talks to WCBU reporter Joe Deacon about purchasing and reopening the Peoria Camera Shop in Metro Centre. Plus, WCBU’s Hannah Alani speaks with five District 150 high school seniors about the book they're writing for Peoria kids.

On today’s episode, as summer construction season approaches, WCBU's Joe Deacon talks to Peoria County Highway Engineer Amy McLaren about the increasing costs of materials and labor for road projects. And WCBU correspondent Tim Alexander speaks with Kim Hanks, president of the Peoria County Genealogical Society, about how you can begin tracing your family's roots thanks to resources available at the Peoria Public Library’s downtown branch. Plus, WCBU correspondent Steve Tarter returns for part two of his "Postmark Peoria" conversation with food historian Cynthia Clampitt, author of "Destination Heartland: A Guide to Discovering the Midwest's Remarkable Past."

On today's episode, Peoria mothers who lost their children to violence in the city talk to WCBU about what Mother's Day means to them.

In today's episode, you'll hear how the Peoria Police Department is trying to recruit more women. And get a closer look at the changing face of high school Future Farmers of America programs. Plus on Postmark Peoria, learn about a Black farmer's experiences starting up an agricultural operation from scratch.

On today's episode, you'll hear from a Bradley University supply chain expert on the baby formula shortage. Plus, Jordan Mead reports on the new Peoria homebuyer down-payment assistance program. And Joe Deacon reports on this year's graduating class from Peoria's Moonlight Coalition for Adult Learning.

In today's episode, you'll hear about the origins of the white cane, which happen to be right here in Peoria. And COVID-19 has drastically changed education for some students, specifically those with disabilities. Plus, hear how Peoria's historical Bicycle Club played an integral role in the paving of the city's roadways.

In today's episode, you'll hear how invasive copi could play a key part in making aquaculture easier. And get a look inside Peoria's DIY music venue Mt. Moon. Plus, a major carbon dioxide pipeline may be built through Peoria and Tazewell counties by 2025.

In today's episode, you'll hear about the history of a Peoria County pioneer school and the plans for the campus moving forward. And speaking of history, you'll get a deep dive into theatre's extensive history in America, as well as how Peoria vaudeville changed the way the art form was performed.

In today's best of episode, you'll hear what it's like to be a woman in law enforcement in the city of Peoria. And a banking institution is hoping to use a new space to boost economic opportunity on Peoria's south side. Plus, a look into plans to restore and reopen the historic Madison Theatre.

In today's episode, you'll hear about some potential solutions to tackle the state's legal desert problem. And a Peoria realtor gives his take on the housing market right now and why he thinks people are moving to Peoria. Plus, a look into what's causing surging farmland prices.