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WCBU Reports episodes

October 18, 2023 Trial begins for Pere Marquette developers accused of money laundering, mail fraud
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7 min
October 18, 2023 'Taking away that shame': Busey Bank's Bridge Center seeks to serve as financial literacy hub for the city of Peoria
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9 min
October 18, 2023 Abe finds his voice: augmented reality brings 'Abraham Blue' mural at Peoria County Courthouse to life
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6 min
October 17, 2023 All Things Peoria - Tuesday, October 17, 2023
In today's episode, you'll hear a roundup of what's happened so far in the federal embezzlement trial of Peoria hotel developers Gary Matthews and Monte Brannan. And hear how a survivor of a 1983 Peoria botulism outbreak still suffers effects today. Plus, learn how the Busey Bank Bridge Center is trying to become a shame-free resource for financial education.
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23 min
October 16, 2023 All Things Peoria - Monday, October 16, 2023
In today's episode, you'll get a look at the state's Invest in Kids private school scholarship program in Peoria and what could happen next. And get updates regarding the fallout of the Pekin Township building's partial collapse. Also, learn why more teens are rejecting fast fashion and embracing thrifting. Plus, how an Illinois girl is sharpening her journalism skills.
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23 min
October 16, 2023 Q&A: Supervisor discusses what's next for damaged Pekin Township office building
More than a month after a partial collapse on one side of the building, the remaining half of the Pekin Township office remains closed to the public. Township Supervisor Shannon Saal says that’s made it a challenge for them to provide the services they offer.
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7 min
June 05, 2023 State Rep. Ryan Spain disappointed with aspects of state’s 2024 budget
Republican State Rep. Ryan Spain of Peoria believes the fiscal year 2024 budget recently approved by the Illinois General Assembly gives Gov. JB Pritzker too much authority over state spending.
6 min
June 05, 2023 State Sen. Dave Koehler praises education funding in new state budget
Democratic state Sen. Dave Koehler says he was pleased to see more higher education funding in this year's budget.
6 min
June 02, 2023 Here's a look at all things Peoria County road work this summer construction season, and beyond
Peoria County Highway Department Engineer Amy McLaren says there's two seasons in Illinois: snow season and road construction season. Now is definitely the latter of those two.
7 min
June 01, 2023 All Things Peoria - Thursday, June 1, 2023
In today's episode, you'll hear about conversations surrounding a potential new statue coming to Laura Bradley Park. And a Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan for Pekin could bring some changes to the city. Plus, a deep dive into the problems facing hospitals in Central Illinois.
24 min

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