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In today's episode, we'll cover the various bills proposed in the Illinois General Assembly to regulate the creation of carbon dioxide transfer pipelines. Plus, a prominent Peorian reflects on her career in journalism, particularly the challenge of breaking into the field as a woman in 1963. Then, on this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland Wright talks with the artists behind VERDANT, a new exhibit on display at the Peoria Public Library.

In today's episode, the skimming spree stealing hundreds and thousands from low-income Americans receiving federal benefits. Then, former Peoria City Council member Beth Jensen talks about her priorities after spending nearly a decade around the horseshoe. Plus, part two of Steve Tarter's conversation with the Macomb travel and conventions director looking to spur tourism through the area's rich history.

Illinoisans have been ordered to "stay at home" to slow the spread of COVID-19. But some Peoria businesses are still finding ways to connect with the…

In today's episode, WCBU student reporter Isabela Nieto visits with the award-winning Peoria Public Schools speech team. And a new book takes a look at what Black Americans have said about Abraham Lincoln. Plus, Illinois State Climatologist Trent Ford explains what climate change means for this state...and the impacts we're already seeing.

In today's episode, you'll hear more about the contract talks between the Peoria Public Library and the union representing many of its employees. And learn about a new degree program at Bradley University that allows students to write the music for videogames. Plus, Mike Miller stops in to share his expert observations about changes in bald eagle nesting along the Illinois River.

In today's episode, you'll hear about a new study from an Illinois nonprofit on regenerative agriculture. And find out why obstetrics services are disappearing from rural Illinois hospitals. Plus, an interview with Dr. James Barnett of the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria's Rural Student Physician Program about the effort to keep rural health care sustainable.

In today's episode, you'll hear from Bradley University journalism professor Sara Netzley on why trust in the news media is on the decline...and what that means for society. And learn how a quilt can be more than just a textile. Plus, a conversation with Peoria City councilman Kiran Velpula as WCBU concludes our installment of interviews with at-large council candidates.

In today's episode, you'll hear from a Bradley University professor on why women and minorities haven't seen equal representation in sports films. And learn more about why the Illinois Arts Council Agency's leadership recently visited Peoria. Plus, Congressman Eric Sorensen weighs in on a controversial carbon capture pipeline concept that would run through his district.

In today's episode, you'll hear how Peoria based artist Keelen Bishop is using art to start a new life...after serving a prison term of more than ten years. And a look back at Secretary of State Jess White's legendary political career as it comes to an end. Plus, get a look into the new laws now in effect in the state of Illinois.