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On today’s episode, the director of market development for the Illinois Soybean Association Andrew Larson explains what's top of mind for soybean farmers throughout Greater Peoria from the Russian war in Ukraine to this week's weather forecast. And you’ll hear Ethan Ham, professor of game design and department chair of Interactive Media at Bradley University talk about Bradley's growing game design program, with WCBU's Jody Holtz. Plus, Intersect Illinois CEO Dan Seals speaks with WCBU’s Tim Shelley about the new "Be in Illinois" marketing campaign aimed at corporate decision-makers.

In today's episode, you'll hear from Peoria Public Schools Foundation breakfast keynote speaker Kouri Marshall about how his hometown influenced him. And Gen Z is officially in the Illinois House of Representatives. You'll hear from Democrat Nabeela Syed on how she prepared for the job. And hear which words and phrases have been banished for mis-use, over-use, and general uselessness. Plus on Out and About, Paula Graves and Tameka Mason join host Jenn Gordon to talk about Corn Stock Theatre’s upcoming production ‘Cadillac Crew’.

On today’s episode, WCBU’s Joe Deacon talks with Gas Buddy fuel price expert Patrick De Haan about what drivers should expect at the pumps this weekend and throughout the summer. And Peoria County Farm Bureau manager Patrick Kirchhofer tells WCBU correspondent Tim Alexander about wrapping up this particularly wet spring planting season. Plus, during Out and About, host Jenn Gordon is joined by director Julie Peters and actor Sam Taylor to talk about the Pulitzer Prize winning play “SWEAT” presented by the Illinois Central College Theatre Program.

In today's episode, you'll hear from First District Council member Denise Jackson about her first year representing Peoria's First District, and what she thinks the city needs to revitalize the South Side. And Vistra Energy is set to submit its plan to close the ash pond at the E-D Edwards coal-burning power plant by the end of this month, which is causing some environmental concerns. You'll hear from Illinois Sierra Club's Christine Nanacelli. Plus, a preview of Corn Stock Theatre's production of "All Shook Up" on this week's episode of Out and About.

In today's episode, you'll hear highlighted excerpts of a conversation with Peoria Mayor Rita Ali after her first State of the City Address. Then, we'll revisit a conversation WCBU's Tim Shelley had with Pekin Public Library's Jared Olar about the five Black Union soldiers from Tazewell County that were present on Juneteenth in 1865. Plus, Jenn Gordon returns with Out and About highlighting Art Inc.'s first theatrical production. Nikki Romain and Vivian Standifird talk about what audiences can expect from "Smart People".

On today’s episode, you’ll hear Western Illinois University law enforcement professor Niyazi Ekici explain how while most police officers in the Midwest are vaccinated against COVID-19, oftentimes they also strongly oppose vaccine mandates. And a pediatric hospitalist talks to WCBU’s Tim Shelley about FlightPath, a new app under development to better diagnose concussions. Plus, during Out and About, host Jenn Gordon of Arts Partners is joined by George Stelluto of the Peoria Symphony Orchestra and Jessie Williams of the Central Illinois Ballet to talk about their upcoming concert, “Romance.”

In today's episode, you'll hear from Jacob Partee, Chief Executive and founding officer of Central Illinois Pride, which is a new organization in Central Illinois trying to raise awareness for LGBTQ+ issues, in addition to sexual assault and domestic violence. And the 2022 Illinois Primaries are today. Illinois Public Radio’s Statehouse Reporter Alex Degman provides the rundown of events leading up to today’s contest. Plus, a one on one conversation with WCBU reporter Joe Deacon and Peoria Fifth District Council member Denis Cyr about his priorities for the city and as a councilman.

On today's special episode hosted by WCBU's Tim Shelley, you'll hear about the history surrounding Moffat cemetary on Peoria's South side, which was razed in the 1950s. The rediscovery story of Moffat began with Bob Hoffer's genealogoical quest to find out where his wife's great-grandfather was buried. Plus, the story of Nance Legins-Costley, a woman who became first Black person freed from slavery through the efforts of Abraham Lincoln. You'll also hear about how Moffat is the final resting for more than 50 Civil War veterans - including one at the first Juneteenth.

In today's episode, Bradley University associate professor Patricia Saleeby talks about her visit to the United Nations to promote a new framework for talking about disability in the medical community. Then, Bradley University's theater department takes a stab at one of the longest running murder mysteries, learn about their production of Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap. Plus, reporter Joe Deacon sits down for his monthly conversation with Peoria Mayor Rita Ali, hear the mayor's thoughts on affordable housing availability, the recent report from the joint commission on racial justice and equity and more.

On this week’s episode of Out and About, Maestro George Stelluto joins Jenn Gordon to talk about the Peoria Symphony Orchestra’s upcoming concert, “Joy at the Cathedral”. This all-Baroque concert features several fine soloists, including Chicago Symphony Orchestra violinist Simon Michal.