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In today's episode, you'll hear a conversation with new Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias about how he wants to modernize the office. And learn about a new memorial honoring Nance Legins-Costley, the first person freed from slavery through the actions of Abraham Lincoln. Plus, hear why a Morton native decided now was the right time to open a yoga trapeze studio in Peoria.

In today's episode, you'll hear about the latest projects at the Peoria International Airport. And WCBU's Collin Schopp asks the U.S. Geological Service about their plans to survey the Illinois River basin via a low-flying helicopter. Plus, on this week's episode of Out and About David Commanday, artistic director of the Heartland Festival Orchestra, talks about the HFO's upcoming concert, West Side Stories.

In today's episode, you'll hear about the one-room schoolhouses which once dotted the Central Illinois region. And there's been volatility in the auto insurance industry. Hear where State Farm stands. Plus, OSF Strive case manager Barbara Hedrick discusses the trauma recovery resources available in Peoria...and how she copes with her own trauma after her son died from gun violence.

On today’s episode, Charlie Schlenker speaks with the candidates running to represent the new 105th State House district, which includes parts of Woodford and Tazewell counties. And in part one of this next installment of WCBU’s history series Postmark Peoria, WCBU correspondent Steve Tarter explores Midwestern food and history with Cynthia Clampitt. She’s the author of the new book 'Destination Heartland: A Guide to Discovering the Midwest's Remarkable Past'.

In today's episode, WCBU news director Tim Shelley talks Democratic candidate Eric Sorensen about his campaign for Illinois' 17th Congressional District. Sorensen came out on top of a crowded Democratic primary to succeed retiring Congresswoman Cheri Bustos. He will face Republican Esther Joy King in what's expected to be an expensive and closely-watched campaign to represent the district spanning from the Wisconsin and Iowa borders to Peoria and Bloomington.

In today's episode, you'll get a recap of what went on at this week's Illinois Agricultural Legislative Roundtable candidate forum in rural Lexington. Hear from the two candidates vying for the Illinois Senate, incumbent Democrat Tammy Duckworth and Republican challenger Kathy Salvi, as well as the gubernatorial candidates about their thoughts on agriculture in Illinois. Plus, you'll hear about what work is underway to improve Wisconsin Avenue in Peoria.

In today's episode, you'll get a COVID vaccination update with Peoria City/County Public Health Administrator Monica Hendrickson. And Illinois is offering full-ride tuition for those looking to re-enter the early childhood education field, and applications are still being accepted. Plus, Heartland Festival Orchestra artistic director David Commanday joins Jenn Gordon to talk about the opening concert of their season, "Going for Baroque".

In today's episode, you'll hear the first story in WCBU's new transplant series: Welcome Home that covers 100 things to do in Peoria before you die. And get the latest on the Illinois Treasurer race between Democratic State Treasurer Mike Frerichs and his challenger Republican Illinois House member Tom Demmer. Plus, this week's episode of Out and About covers Corn Stock Theatre's production of the American classic, "Death of a Salesman".

In today's episode, you'll hear how Metamora residents could save a lot of money on their energy bills thanks to a proposed five megawatt community solar farm. And a climate researcher from Cyprus visits Peoria to see what lessons he can take back to his European nation. Plus, WCBU reporter Collin Schopp takes a deep dive into Illinois' rural legal deserts and a program that's looking to address the problem.

In today's episode, you'll hear how the annual Redneck Fishing Tournament held in Bath, Illinois isn't just about fun and games. And the American Civil Liberties Union of Illinois weighs in on new data showing Black drivers in Peoria are nearly seven times more likely than white drivers to be stopped by police. Plus, what the Central Illinois Monarch Butterfly Task Force plans to do about the endangerment of Monarchs.