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WCBU Reports episodes

January 09, 2024 Secret Service research preaches prevention to stop school shootings
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9 min
January 09, 2024 Center for Prevention of Abuse plans to build a new facility in Pekin
The Center for Prevention of Abuse is looking to build a new emergency domestic violence shelter in Pekin after the city council approved a land purchase agreement for a 1.8-acre property near downtown. CEO Carol Merna discusses plans for the new facility and why it's needed.
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8 min
January 08, 2024 Peoria-area policymakers will ask state legislators to streamline creation of new 'mega sites'
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9 min
January 08, 2024 Q&A: Pekin's newest council member is a high school physical education teacher and lifelong resident
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6 min
January 08, 2024 Up to 8 inches of snowfall possible as winter storm approaches Illinois River Valley
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6 min
January 05, 2024 All Things Peoria - Friday, January 5, 2023
In today's episode, learn more about the plans for a new "veteran's village" on the site of a long-vacant nursing home in East Peoria. And you'll get insight on how big spending is swaying Illinois elections. Plus, on this week's Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland Wright of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks about Corn Stock Theatre’s upcoming production of 'Puffs' with theatre manager Kenney Delaney.
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23 min
January 05, 2024 Habitat for Humanity exploring development at site of former nursing home
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Peoria is exploring the idea of turning a vacant former East Peoria nursing home site into a village of homes for veterans. Executive Director Lea Anne Schmidgall discusses how the idea was conceived and where the project stands.
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18 min
January 04, 2024 All Things Peoria - Thursday, January 4, 2023
In today's episode, a look back at the 1924 corn plant explosion in Pekin 100 years later and what we can still learn from it today. And learn why Greater Peoria has been experiencing some exceptionally balmy winter weather. Plus, a conversation about what it really takes to set up your own 501(c)(3) not-for-profit.
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23 min
January 04, 2024 Pekin commemorates the lives lost in devastating starch dust explosion 100 years later
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7 min
January 03, 2024 All Things Peoria - Wednesday, January 3, 2024
In today's episode, you'll get an update on the current status of the Cure Violence program implementation in Peoria. And an overview of the new laws that go into effect this year, including the Paid Leave for All Workers Act. Plus, Pekin's mayor chats about who she is appointing to fill the city council seat vacated by a former campaign rival.
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23 min

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