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Peoria’s Warehouse District is moving forward. Local, state and federal officials gathered in downtown Peoria for a symbolic ground-breaking. The event…

On this week’s episode of Out and About, Jenn Gordon talks with Wendy Thomasson and Ian Thatcher from the Peoria Ballet about their spring production of "Coppelia." This classic ballet is widely considered one of the greatest comic ballets ever staged. It follows the tale of a dancing doll created by the mysterious inventor Dr. Coppelius and is based on a story by E.T.A. Hoffmann. New sets and costumes compliment the cast of 50 students performing alongside Ian Thatcher, who will play the role of Dr. Coppelius. Performances will take place on April 9 and 10 at Five Points Washington.For tickets and information visit Peoria Ballet.

On today’s episode, in part two of Jody Holtz’s two day series on the importance of play, she explores how play helps with learning. You’ll hear about a plan to distribute COVID-19 virus therapeutics statewide more equitably. WCBU correspondent Steve Tarter learns about the James Webb Space Telescope. Plus, during Out and About, jazz pianist Derel Monteith talks about his new album of early recordings entitled, "Early Reflections (93-94)."

On today’s episode, you’ll hear how former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan faces 22 federal corruption charges... and it's sending shockwaves through state politics. And WCBU's Joe Deacon checks in with the Bradley Braves men's basketball team ahead of tomorrow's big game. Plus, in a conversation with WCBU’s Tim Shelley, Chester Weger's attorney Andy Hale explains how he is trying to clear his client's name in connection with the 1960 murders of three women in Starved Rock State Park.

On today’s episode, Soulside Healing Arts founder and executive director Hannah Ramlo talks to WCBU’s Jody Holtz about breaking down barriers in the community to make yoga more accessible for all. And on this week's episode of WCBU's food and farming series Food Trek, Tory Dahlhoff tells you about the challenges farmers face when they go organic. Plus, a contributor to the Community Word newspaper warns that Central Illinois summers are warming - and action is needed now.

On today’s episode, Nona Buster, treasurer of the Artistic Community Theatre of Pekin, talks to WCBU’s Jody Holtz about the ACT's new downtown Pekin location. And WCBU correspondent Tim Alexander goes to the 2022 Morton Economic Development Council Symposium... to speak with Morton EDC CEO Leigh Ann Brown about the "Mission Morton" plan. Plus, WCBU’s Steve Tarter learns about the history of Internet data privacy and what comes next, in a conversation with Bradley University interactive media professor Ed Lamoureux.

On today's episode, you'll hear reactions from Illinoisans on the historic decision made by the US Supreme Court to overturn the 19-73 Roe versus Wade decision protecting abortion access nationwide. Tim Shelley talks to Ed Yohnka with the American Civil Liberties Union of Illinois about the potential ramifications the decision could have on the state of Illinois. Plus, Sarah Nardi speaks with Meghan Leonard, a professor of political science at Illinois State University who studies the courts, to unpack the ruling.

In today's episode, Illinois Public Radio statehouse reporter Alex Degman breaks down last night's election results with WCBU's Tim Shelley. And 16th District Congressman Darin LaHood offers his take on the direction of the Republican party. Plus, some insight into why the SAFE-T Act has been so controversial and what potential revisions could be coming to the criminal justice reform law with State Representative Jehan Gordon-Booth.

The Peoria City Council overwhelmingly approved a plan allowing up to three food trucks to operate in the downtown this year. But the Council deferred a…

Peoria Public Schools will open food distribution sites for all people ages 18 and younger Tuesday through March 30.The distribution sites will be open…