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In today's episode, you'll hear part two of WCBU's local theatre coverage during an extended edition of Out and About. Jenn Gordon is joined by Nicki Haschke from Peoria Players Theatre, Chip Joyce from Corn Stock Theatre, and Nona Buster from the Artistic Community Theatre of Pekin to talk about how these theatres survived the pandemic, what the future looks like for them, and what they need from the community to keep live local theatre strong in Greater Peoria.

The long-awaited stretch of the Rock Island Greenway connecting Harvard Avenue to Glen Oak Park is finally complete. WCBU's Collin Schopp talks to the city of Peoria's Nick McMillion about the updates to the Rock Island Greenway. You’ll also hear a local economist explain why he believes the country isn't in a recession just yet... And on our Arts Feature Out and About, Sarah Marie Dillard and Brandon Mooberry join host Jenn Gordon to talk about Ignite Peoria.

On today's episode, the WCBU staff shares more of their favorite stories of 2021.

The $65 million Blutowne development from Flaherty & Collins will feature 219 upscale residential units and 10,000 square feet of commercial space.

On this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland Wright of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks about the annual Peoria Bach Festival with the festival's executive director Dr. John Jost.

In today's episode, you'll hear about the challenges so-called "forever" chemicals are presenting to the state of Illinois. And Sarah Marie Dillard of Sarah & the Underground has launched the Peoria Music Community Women’s Cooperative Facebook page. Jon Norton speaks with her about what inspired the group. Plus, WCBU's mental health series continues with a conversation about a Black community mental health educator program concept that could develop right here in Peoria.

On today's debut episode, Peoria Mayor Rita Ali talks to Joe Deacon about gun violence in her city and what needs to happen next. Plus, a supply chain expert from Bradley University talks to Tim Shelley about what to expect during the holiday season — and why stocking up earlier may be better. And Hannah Alani introduces you to a Peoria woman who wants to preserve Hispanic and Latino culture by teaching children traditional dance.

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…

On today's episode, you'll hear about economic developments in Delavan, thanks in part to a booming cannabis business. Plus, a Peoria librarian writes a book that examines both sexuality and religion in a lighthearted, amusing way. And an interview with Gregory Harris, the new U.S. attorney for central Illinois.