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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.

In today's episode, you'll hear from Peoria Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Sharon Kherat about what parents and students should know about the district's new modified academic calendar. And hear how a common weed has been turned into a cash crop. Plus, this week's episode of Out and About features a collaborative concert between The Accidentals and Kaboom Collective that's coming to the Scottish Rite Theatre on August 4th.

In today's best of episode, we'll revisit rural Roanoke to learn more about Goats on the Go Peoria. Plus, you'll hear about one local author's novella entitled "Bacon Grief" that examines both faith and sexuality in a lighthearted way. And hear about a now-graduated Dunlap High School senior who spent a year and a half studying racial disparities in her own school.

This week on Peoria's Hidden Treasures, we’re looking at works of art on Water Street in downtown Peoria.On the wall above the Water Street Café is a…

Authorities have identified the Peoria woman stabbed to death Tuesday. 29-year-old Markesha T. Jeffries died at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center following…

A 17-year-old Peoria teenager faces 28 counts of burglary dating back to January after his latest alleged incident. Peoria Police Lt. Michael Boland said…

In today's episode, you'll tag along with WCBU correspondent Mike Rundle's visit to the Sun Foundation's Annual Clean Water Celebration, learn how the organization is planning for the future. Then, Yolanda Wallace speaks with educator Rebecca Crumrine for Mother's War on Violence. Hear the challenges families on SNAP benefits face in finding proper nutrition. Plus, Steve Tarter interviews Macomb Convention and Visitors Bureau Director Jock Hedblade on Postmark Peoria.

Peoria Police are asking for help in searching for a Peoria woman who’s been missing since Sunday. The department is looking for Terri Anderson. She may…

Coroner Jamie Harwood said Ashley N. Stenson, 42, of Atlanta, Ga., was pronounced dead at 7:03 p.m. Friday at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center. Stenson died of multiple gunshot wounds and died instantly, according to the autopsy.