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On today's episode, you'll hear about a new book about one of Peoria's most famous whiskey barons. Plus, OSF HealthCare's chief operating officer talks about the impact of "forever COVID" on health care systems. And a new episode of Out and About with the Peoria Symphony Orchestra.

Mother's War on Violence host Yolanda Wallace talks with licensed professional counselor Natasha Allen of LifeStance Health in Peoria.

In today's episode, you'll find out how businesses are enticed to the Greater Peoria region through a conversation with Greater Peoria Economic Development Council Director for Business Attraction Lenora Fisher. And learn about a system to connect Peorians in need with resources. Plus, Agbara Bryson tells the story of his relative Annie Malone...one of America's first Black female millionaires.

On today’s episode, it’s another installment of Postmark Peoria. You’ll hear WCBU correspondent Steve Tarter talk with former Peoria Historical Society president Mark Johnson, about the legacy of industrialist Robert LeTourneau and his impact on the success of Caterpillar. And host Daniel Musisi talks to Rev – leader of Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band - about their return to Kenny’s Westside Pub in downtown Peoria, for their first live show since the pandemic started. Plus, Tory Dahlhoff continues his look at how to make local food systems work on the next episode of Food Trek.

In today's episode, you'll hear about the race for Illinois Secretary of State, with Jesse White retiring from his post after nearly 24 years. And Peoria Native Kathryn Miles has a lot of experience with reporting in Peoria after beginning her career at the Peoria Journal Star as a cub reporter while she was still in high school. You'll get a glimpse at where that work has taken her since, plus stakeholders are looking at what economic opportunities a 175-mile stretch of the Illinois River could bring after earning federal designation as a port statistical area.

Peoria County is drawing up its first-ever flag. On today’s All Things Peoria, learn more about the Peoria County flag design contest and the student who inspired it. You’ll also learn why some top Republicans are concerned about Darren Bailey's gubernatorial campaign. Hear about a mural dedicated to civil rights pioneer C-T Vivian in his hometown. And a major new study takes a closer look at long-term ecological and geological trends in the Illinois and Mississippi rivers.

Today, we’re looking at works on display in downtown Peoria, all participating in the city’s Celebration of Women Artists. The Contemporary Art Center…

The Peoria Police Department is investigating the city's 13th homicide of the year. 20-year-old Terence Stone was found shot in the 900 block of West…

In today's episode, you'll hear the next steps for Tazewell County's downtown Pekin developments after last week's Pekin City Council meeting. And learn how one Peoria company is playing a key role in the development of Rivian's Amazon cargo vans. Plus, an update on Illinois Central College's Cradle to Career initiative as it heads to Peoria's South Side.

In today's episode, you'll hear from a researcher trying to cut through the noise surrounding Illinois' criminal justice reforms. And a number one best selling historical romance author living in Peoria shares more about her writing career. Plus, learn more about two major affordable housing projects planned for Peoria's near South Side.