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In today's episode, you'll hear about how you can enjoy Valentine's Day even if you're not in a romantic relationship. And we check in with an East Peoria flower farmer about her process and what to consider before buying a bouquet on love day. Plus, an interview with Peoria city council at-large candidate Dr. Bernice Gordon-Young.

On today’s episode, hear how the gBETA Distillery Labs startup accelerator is taking a different approach to helping entrepreneurs launch their businesses in Peoria. And you’ll hear from a Bradley University professor who is part of a team creating a wearable opioid overdose prevention system. Plus, Tim Shelley's conversation with Peoria County Sheriff candidate Jason Buckley.

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 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.

On today’s episode, WCBU correspondent Jonathan Wright looks into the Madison Preservation Association’s efforts to restore downtown Peoria’s Madison Theatre. And WCBU’s Jody Holtz has a story on an effort by Peorians to bring outdoor rock climbing to a venue a little closer to home. Plus, you’ll hear how some Illinois schools are moving away from offensive indigenous mascots.

On today’s episode, you’ll hear from Mark Misselhorn, chairman of the Downtown Advisory Commission, who talks about the changes under consideration for the stretch of downtown waterfront sometimes called "Peoria's front porch." And Peoria Park District executive director Emily Cahill talks to WCBU reporter Joe Deacon about programs and projects in the works for this year.

In today's episode, you'll hear from a labor expert who explains the current status of the talks between the Peoria Federation of Teachers and Peoria Public Schools. And Mayor Rita Ali weighs in on her hopes for a deal between the school district and the teachers' union. Plus, book challenges are once again on the rise across the nation, and you'll hear how Illinois has been impacted.

In today's episode, you'll hear from Illinois educators about what they think regarding the new curriculum requirement to teach a unit on media literacy. And the Big Table of Greater Peoria is returning for a third year, and one of the organizers is calling for everyone to pull up a seat and give their input. Plus, hear from the candidates for Peoria County Board districts 8, 9, and 10.

In today's episode, you'll hear more about what Illinois' proposed Worker's Rights Amendment includes, and why some are either for, or against this potential change. Plus, on this week's episode of Out and About, Jenn Gordon talks with members from the Peoria Art Guild about what to expect at this year's 60th annual Peoria Fine Art Fair happening this weekend.

In today's episode, you'll hear about new grants and projects coming to the Peoria International Airport. And a new app developed in Peoria takes union organizing into the digital age. Plus, a new disease threat is impacting our food supply. Get all the information you need to know about Tar Spot, and what a community college is doing to alleviate the semi-truck driver shortage.