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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.

In today's episode, you'll hear how Caterpillar is moving its world headquarters to Texas. WCBUs Tim Shelley updates us on the company's decision to leave Illinois. Plus, a banking institution is hoping to use a new space to boost economic opportunity on Peoria's south side. You'll also heart about Art Inc Peoria's programming that impacts children on a deeper level then just providing after school and summer enrichment. And get an inside look on what its like to work in the television news business in the Peoria-Bloomington market from WMBD and WYZZ-TV's retired general manager Kevin Harlan.

In today's episode, you'll learn how the Peoria Park District is gearing up for upcoming summer projects and events. Plus, find out why a Bradley University professor is teaming up with filmmakers to shoot a mult-part documentary series on wildlife conservation in the Midwest.

In today's episode, Peoria County Highway Department Engineer Amy McLaren provides an update on some of her department's projects, including safety improvements. And you'll hear a recap on what happened in Springfield after Illinois lawmakers passed a $50 billion annual budget. Plus, a new program from the Peoria County Regional Office of Education hopes to boost preschool and kindergarten readiness and create confident parents...all from the comfort of their own home.

The City of Peoria is being sued for the way it enforces its chronic nuisance ordinance. The lawsuit, filed in US District Court, alleges the city…

Along with rides and butter cows, the State Fair is showcasing Illinois’ 2016 teacher of the year -- who happens to work in Peoria Public Schools.…