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In today's episode, you'll hear about a talking Christmas tree that is once again on display in Peoria. And you'll get an update on what changes have been made to the controversial “SAFE-T” criminal justice reform bill. Plus, a look at a restored Galesburg church bell. And on this week’s episode of Out and About, Mary Ellen Ulrich and Lily Carmack join host Jenn Gordon to talk about Community Children’s Theatre’s production of "Annie Jr.".

In today's episode, you'll hear about Eureka College's new men's and women's wrestling programs. And former Illinois State University football player Boomer Grigsby will be inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame today, and he talks about what it means to be an inductee. Plus, what the recently passed Respect for Marriage Act will do.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, December 7th. You'll get a roundup of the petition challenges that are shaking up races for elected office in Peoria and Pekin. Plus, learn how Peoria's Downtown Advisory Commission defines the value of Peoria's downtown and why they believe it serves as a measure of the entire city's overall health.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, December 8th. You'll hear about who could be in the running for the soon to be vacant 53rd District State Senate seat. Plus, The Washington Historical Society's beloved Christmas House Tour is back after a two year hiatus.

In today's episode, you'll hear from a father and daughter on living organ donation and why they're going through the process. And hear why two retired transit buses will be preserved in an Illinois museum. Plus, learn how Peoria's Downtown Advisory Commission defines the value of Peoria's downtown and why they believe it serves as a measure of the entire city's overall health.

In today's episode, you'll hear about the one-room schoolhouses which once dotted the Central Illinois region. And there's been volatility in the auto insurance industry. Hear where State Farm stands. Plus, OSF Strive case manager Barbara Hedrick discusses the trauma recovery resources available in Peoria...and how she copes with her own trauma after her son died from gun violence.

In today's episode, you'll hear about the new way to contact emergency services in Tazewell County. And a new book takes a closer look at Illinois' highways and byways. Plus on this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Andrew Morgan, founder of the Penguin Project, talks about their upcoming production of 'Footloose' the musical - youth edition.

In today's episode, you'll hear from Peoria City County Health Department's public health administrator Monica Hendrickson about how the COVID-19 pandemic changed the perception of public health. And a Peoria coffee company wants coffee drinkers to stay hydrated and caffeinated at the same time by drinking ElectroBrew. Plus, hear how a documentary originally focused on a Central Illinois man's car collection turned into a profile on the man himself.

In today's episode, you'll hear about all the organizations focused on violence prevention in Peoria that received funding for their programs in 2023. And hear why school districts are increasingly using software to monitor students when they're online. Plus, Peoria Mayor Rita Ali talks to WCBU's Joe Deacon about how the police department's efforts to reduce violence are working in their monthly conversation.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, January 5th. You'll hear about the health disparities in Peoria County, plus a glimpse into the history behind Woodford County's one room schoolhouses.