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PEORIA, Ill. (AP) - A memorial to the victims of the Holocaust featuring millions of buttons will reopen in Peoria next year. The memorial will be…

Former U.S. House Speaker Newt Gingrich visited the Peoria Zoo Thursday before headlining a fundraiser for State Senator Darin LaHood. The former…

ATP Episode description: In today's episode, you'll hear from Peoria Public Schools director of school safety about what kind of approach is needed to address community violence in the city. And PeoriaCorps is now accepting applications for its six-month workforce development pre apprenticeship program. Hear what the program entails. Plus, a retired Caterpillar Inc. employee shares some of his favorite memories from his time working at Big Yellow.

On today's episode, a special from our partners at Illinois Lawmakers, who recap this week's State of the State address and budget proposal in Springfield.

In today's episode, you'll hear about Illinois Central College's cannabis programming. And the Washington Historical Society's Christmas Hour Tour is back, and you'll hear about the history behind the locations. Plus, a conversation with Peoria City Council member Zach Oyler about why he's seeking another term.

In today's episode, you'll hear from a Bradley University graduate who has created a voter information app. And a University of Illinois professor emeritus provides his take on the role of journalism within society...and why it's on the decline. Plus, learn more about a married photographer couple from China who recently moved to Peoria.

On today's episode, a group of Bradley University PR students used their senior capstone project to raise awareness about the dangers of the fast fashion industry. Plus, Lutheran Social Services of Illinois is expanding its therapeutic foster care program to the Peoria area for the first time. And catching up with Canton High School football legend Boomer Grigsby.

In today's episode, you'll hear about developments in autonomous farm technology. And a not-for-profit is using funds from the Edwards coal plant settlement to make energy efficient upgrades to Peoria and Pekin area homes. Plus, a conversation with the U.S attorney for central Illinois about a new environmental enforcement initiative.

In today's episode, you'll hear about what challenges and opportunities lie ahead in the trucking industry. And the Peoria-based rock band Grey Governors stops in to talk more about how they created their unique sound. Plus on this week's episode of Out and About, Angela Weck and Elena Gabor talk about Central Illinois’ first GlobalFest.