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On today's episode, you'll hear from the state climatologist about Peoria's warm, largely snowless December. Hannah Alani speaks with Gabriel and Tony Haddad about their family's Peoria story and Peoria restaurant – and their hopes for the New Year. Plus, an interview with Jim Runyon, the interim executive director and a board member for The Autism Collective, based in Peoria.

Before the U.S. entered World War II, President Franklin D. Roosevelt wanted to promote tolerance toward immigrants. So, the government started a radio program featuring celebrity immigrants' stories.

On this week’s episode of Out and About, Dr. Joseph Henry and guest artist Angela Born from the Peoria Area Civic Chorale join host Jenn Gordon to talk about An American Family Christmas!

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 about a new book that explores the history of Peoria's basketball community and highlights some of the city's most prolific players. And learn more about the Tri-County area's 988 mental health assistance hotline. Plus, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth discusses her goals after her recent appointment to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.

On today's episode, you'll hear from Ken Zika, an angel investor who backs Peoria startups and aims to create jobs and improve the area. You'll also hear about "From Peoria to Lebanon," an exhibit of contemporary Lebanese artwork on exhibit now at the Peoria Riverfront Museum. And a UnityPoint Health expert helps you spot the signs of seasonal anxiety and depression.

There's debate about what, if anything, the Justice Department might do. Lawfare's Ben Wittes and Quinta Jurecic talk about this with NPR's Michel Martin.

The move comes amid the outlines of a deal after diplomacy between U.S. and Iran via mediators — but nothing is final.

Mayor Rahm Emanuel has chosen a new interim police superintendent. Officer Eddie Johnson, currently chief of patrol, will take over what many see as the toughest police chief job in the country.

The Czech Republic had the biggest win of the World Cup, routing the United States 3-0 Monday. Earlier, Australia staged a late comeback, scoring three goals from the 84th minute until the final whistle to beat Japan, 3-1. Italy beat Ghana 2-0 in the late game.