Funding a more informed public is paramount to our community and world. Make a difference with a donation on #GivingTuesday at WCBU.org. In return, we’ll keep the facts coming and continue to bring forward the best of humanity in an open, curious and thoughtful way so that you always have a trusted source for news, arts, culture and so much more.
Every week more than 25 million American listeners tune in to their local radio station, just like WCBU, to discover, learn, and enjoy music selections that are – in many cases – only available through public radio. On Public Radio Music Day, we celebrate Classical, Highway 309, Tiny Desk and ALL of the ways public radio music unities communities and sparks joy.
Learn more about our music programs at WCBU.org.
46th State Senate Forum
Democratic Sen. Dave Koehler and Republican challenger Sally Owens are running for a district that includes parts of Bloomington-Normal and Peoria.
In her latest monthly interview with WCBU, Peoria Mayor Rita Ali discusses the city's purchase of the PNC Bank Building in downtown Peoria and the termination of the Cure Violence program.
Both parts of the interview are available now on WCBU Reports. Stream it at WCBU.org, the NPR App or wherever you get your podcasts.
On the latest episode of Mother's War On Violence, host Yolanda Wallace speaks to Abigail Larrison, the founder of the Community House not-for-profit on Peoria's Center Bluff.
WCBU Day Sponsors Joseph and Connie Romanus
Today’s programming is made possible in part by WCBU Day Sponsors Joseph and Connie Romanus in memory of Bruce and Judy Lamb on the anniversary of their marriage. They gave their children the love of family and the importance of helping others.
WCBU Day Sponsor Mike Rucker
Today’s programming is made possible in part by WCBU Day Sponsor Mike Rucker inviting area children to participate in the annual Science Treasure Hunt. The top prize is a $500 science shopping spree.
Kathleen Brumbaugh
Today’s programming is made possible in part by WCBU Day Sponsor Kathleen Brumbaugh in memory of her mother Frieda Mae, her original source for reliable information. Kathleen thanks WCBU and NPR for providing news that doesn't require secondary fact-checking.
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Day Sponsor: Peoria Skeet and Trap Club
Today’s programming is made possible in part by WCBU Day Sponsor Peoria Skeet and Trap Club inviting you to 'Shoot for the Cure' on May 4 benefiting individuals affected by breast cancer. Details at 309-645-2597 or Peoria Shoot for the Cure.
After a U.S. Supreme Court decisions stripped wetlands of most federal protections, more attention is on declining ecosystems. Tune in to On Deck tomorrow to learn about the The Nature Conservancy's Emiquon restoration project and why conservation groups are working to save wetlands. Listen at WCBU 89.9 FM, on the NPR App or wherever you get your podcasts.
