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In this episode of All Things Peoria, reporters Joe Deacon and Collin Schopp take a look at Safe-T Act implementation at every level of the legal system. Find out how State's Attorneys, Judges and Sheriffs are preparing for no cash bail at midnight on January 1st. Everything you need to know about the bill bringing major changes to Illinois' judicial system. That's today in WCBU's newsmagazine All Things Peoria.

In today's episode, you'll hear how the Peoria Peacekeepers Network is reviving a restorative justice program for juveniles with misdemeanors. And Peoria-based painter Shahrbanoo Hamzeh discusses how her art reflects women’s experiences in her home country of Iran. Plus, you'll hear everything we know so far about the fatal shooting by police of 59-year-old Samuel "Vincent" Richmond.

On today's episode, you'll hear from the three candidates running for positions on the Peoria Public Schools Board of Education. You'll also get a glimpse into life of a unique flower that is found only along the banks of the Illinois River. And we'll take a deep dive into the food insecurity issue that has plaguing Peoria for years, and three community members who are coming up with innovative solutions to help.

In today's episode, you'll hear about a Peoria native who is returning home with his band The Hard Bop Messengers to perform an album based on people watching. And Peoria Police Chief Eric Echevarria assess his first year as the police chief. Plus, on this weeks episode of Out and About Chip Joyce joins host Jenn Gordon to talk about the ‘practically perfect’ musical “Mary Poppins”.

In today's episode, you'll get an update on what attendance numbers at Dozer Park suggest for the Peoria Chiefs' future. And a Peoria County judge who works in the 10th Judicial Circuit's Problem Solving Courts explains how the courts can impact those struggling with addiction. Plus, an archaeological dig in Woodford County could change history's understanding of the Mississippian culture that once thrived there a thousand years ago.

In today's episode, you'll hear how Coronavirus changed the world of labor and what makes for "decent work". And Peoria's Jared Grabb reflects on how the pandemic provided him with space to create a different kind of album entitled "Domain". Plus, three of Peoria's newest residents share what surprised them when they moved to the city, and what their first year has been like in an installment of WCBU's Welcome Homes series.

In today's episode, you'll hear from the executive director of May-I Community Outreach on how he believes access to the workforce can be improved in Peoria. And two Illinois researchers take a closer look on how the COVID-19 eviction moratorium may permanently change how eviction cases are handled. Plus, WCBU's Joe Deacon provides a housing market update with Peoria Area Association of Realtor's president Robin Simpson.

In today's episode, you'll hear about plans to revitalize downtown Pekin. And an author from Morton reminds readers of artists, actors, and entertainers from days gone past in the second volume of his historical book collection, "Unremembered". Plus, hear what food truckers and downtown Peoria business owners think about Peoria City Council potentially loosening the restrictions on food trucks downtown.

On today's episode, you'll hear an interview with Peoria Mayor Rita Ali about ongoing discussion about anti-violence efforts. Plus, a Canton man alleges social media algorithms targeting his children based on their race influenced his son into attempting a prank that left him with permanent brain damage. And the Asian Indian Community Collaboration of Peoria talks about the River City's economic future.

In today's episode, we'll look at an issue impacting all of us: inflation. Get a closer look on why it's happening and the role central Illinois' food producers play in this equation. Also, Peoria City Engineer Andrea Klopfenstein chats with Joe Deacon about Peoria's combined sewer overflow problem and the actions in place to control it. Plus, a look inside a new book on the benefits of restoring wetland habitats in the Illinois River watershed.