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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.

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.

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.

In conjunction with the Citywide Celebration of Women Artists, Bradley University’s Heuser Gallery is showing paintings by Chicago artist Eleanor Coen.…

The City of Peoria is hosting a series of meetings to get public input on crafting the next budget. The City held its first meeting at Bradley University…

A Pekin woman was injured in a Tuesday crash on Illinois Route 6.The Illinois State Police reports 18-year-old Gabrielle E. Nannen was driving north when…

Those interested in siting a medical marijuana dispensary or cultivation center in Peoria can be considered for a letter of support. Applicants are…

Friends of Peoria County Schools offered its first public forum last night at the Carver Center. The ‘Vote Yes’ campaign supports the 1/2-percent School…