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- 11/9 - Lakeview Museum approaches Peoria County Board for $24 million in funding to save project
Plan to bring a new regional museum and Caterpillar Visitors Center to the riverfront has been mired in funding problems. Proponents of the measure say the request to the county is the last ditch effort to make it happen.
- 11/9 - Bradley Men's Basketball team prepares for season with high expectations
The team has a mix of veteran guards and younger big men. Picked second in the MVC in preseason polls, the Braves are coming off back to back 20 win seasons. They face an aggressive non-conference schedule that starts on Saturday at UIC.
- 10/19 - Caterpillar reports record profits and revenues. But analysts focus on concerns of cost
The profits of nearly one billion dollars for the quarter fell short of expectations of analysts that focused more on cost issues. Caterpillar officials say they are focused on long term growth, and will not sacrifice those goals for short-term gains.
- 10/16 - Candidates for Republican nomination in 18th Congressional district file financial reports
Aaron Shock leads the way in fundraising, followed by John Morris and Jim McConoughey.
- 10/16 - Race to replace Ray LaHood heats up as one candidate starts spending money on TV/Radio ads
Jim McConoughey, despite trailing his opponents in money, is the first to get ads on the air. John Morris and Aaron Schock are already leveling some criticism against their opponent.
- 10/12 - Peoria Police Department defends writing jaywalking tickets to Manual and Woodruff H.S. students
Activists around Peoria decried the tickets as racist because most of the students are black. But neighborhood activists tell tales of being intimidated and blocked in the streets by students walking around aimlessly and hanging out near schools.
- 10/9 - Peoria educator is on a national panel to review No Child Left Behind Act
JB Culbertson is one of a small panel of people looking at the national legislation, as its renewal or cancellation is coming in the next two month.
- 10/8 - Nationally known biologist returns to central Illinois to talk about hazards of landfill expansion
Dr. Sandra Steingraber, a Pekin native, wrote books about her struggle with cancer, and how she believes pollution in Central Illinois is to blame. She's back to talk about how the hazardous waste landfill expansion could hurt people.
- 10/5 - WCBU joins New Hampshire Public Radio effort to help voters learn more about candidates
Primary Place on-line is a forum where the citizens of Exeter, New Hampshire will post their thoughts on personal interactions with Presidential Candidates. WCBU listeners can participate by commenting on the site and posing questions for Exeter residents to ask at campaign events.
- 10/4 - Peoria School District 150 is trying out new physical education program to build interest
Body Pump is a class that's common in health clubs around the country. But District 150 is hoping to use it in the schools to get kids more interested and involved in physical education classes.
- 9/28 - PSO and BU Violinist Marcia Henry Liebenow releases CD featuring sonatas by Edward Grieg
The release on Centaur Records is part of pianist Antonio Pampa-Baldi's series of recordings of Grieg chamber music works including the piano.
- 9/21 - Stella's Path at Forest Park Nature Center combines nature and mindful reflection
A trail has been dedicated to Stella O'Hanlon, and features a companion booklet to walk the trail with reflections to make using the trail a positive experience.
- 9/20 - Libraries, local and across the state, are collecting the war stories of veterans
Statewide project goes along with Library of Congress Veteran's History Project. The goal is to get veterans from all wars to record their stories, and have first hand accounts of wars. A meeting in East Peoria laid out the program.
- 9/19 - Springdale Cemetery is in good shape, but board is still wrestling with organizational issues
While publicly owned cemetery looks better than it has in decades, the board still faces challenges. They include conflict between sales staff and management, and the work of volunteer restoration expert Nita Sunderland.
- 9/19 - District 150 School Board and Peoria City Council hold a joint meeting to discuss issues
The two bodies meet for the first time in many years to talk about issues of mutual interest. It's marks a thaw in the sometimes icy relationship between the two bodies in recent years. The vision for new school buildings and poverty issues dominate the discussion.
- 9/14 - Local lawmaker holds hearing on budget cuts and how they will effect the region
Mike Smith (D-Canton) hosts people that were negatively impacted by Governor's Amendatory Vetoes. The one-sided hearing is one in a series of hearings by House Democrats supporting the House Speaker and criticizing the Governor.
- 8/30 - Peoria Next Innovation Center opens for business, hoping to attract high-tech businesses
The incubator hopes to attract, grow, and retain knowledge economy businesses in the Peoria area.
- 8/26 - Grocery store opens on south side of Peoria to mix of fanfare and criticism
The Adams Supermarket is the first full-service grocery store to locate on the South Side in about ten years. But it's liquor license and plans for expansion into other retail areas has some residents thinking it will be more of the same.
- 8/21 - Restored World War II ship sails into Peoria on the Illinois River on its way to new home in Indiana
LST 325 will reside in Evansville, but is visiting Peoria for a week. This ship was used to transport troops and equipment in the Atlantic during World War II.
- 8/17 - Peoria doctor and patients involved in study published in national medical journal
The study in The Lancet was the culmination of work in several locations across the country. Peoria's medical community may benefit from participating in such studies.
- 8/17 - Peoria's Municipal Band wraps up 70th season this year
The band has remained strong despite funding challenges, inconsistent support from the city, and cultural shifts away from public concerts.
- 8/16 - Heartland Clinic opens new location for uninsured and under served on Peoria's East Bluff
The Heartland Clinic has several locations in Peoria. The newest site is on the East Bluff where residents tend to have low income, no health insurance, and little access to doctors nearby.
- 8/7 - Bradley University names Joanne Glasser as its tenth president
Glasser is the first woman to ever hold the post. She comes to Bradley from Eastern Kentucky University, where she was the president for six years. Glasser will replace David Broski, who retired at the end of June.
- 8/3 - Bus technicians come to Peoria area to compete in national competition at Caterpillar facility
The busses were donated by Peoria School District 150, and featured Caterpillar engines. The goal was to reward the best in the field, and call attention to school bus safety.
- 8/2 - Peoria Chiefs on pace to set attendance record at O'Brien Field after successful July
The minor league ballclub is on track to draw about 270,000 fans this summer.
- 7/31 - College of Medicine in Peoria says its close to locating a cancer research center on campus
There are still some funding issues, but leaders say they are very close to landing the center, and expanding the region's medical status and profile.
- 7/31 - Teens help out at Taft homes along, both in sprucing up property and helping kids
Kids from church groups around the state along with residents of Taft homes are working together on the project. Peoria's Dream Center is also helping out with programs to help Taft residents and all of the near north side.
- 7/27 - Possible candidates for the 18th Congressional district mull possibilities in light of LaHood's retirement
Many local politicians have waited fro Congressman Ray LaHood to step down before mounting their own congressional campaign. While his announcement is still fresh, some candidates are already pledging to consider a run for office.
- 7/26 - Peoria Congressman Ray LaHood will not seek reelection, and step down at the end of this term
The Republican Congressman has held the seat since 1994. He says he wants to spend more time with his family, lead a more normal life, and let others have a chance at the seat.
- 7/25 - Two Chicago Cubs rehab at O'Brien Field, bringing out record crowd for a Tuesday night
Kerry Wood and Henry Blanco try to come back from injury, while Hall-of-Famer Ernie Banks was also on hand in front of the crowd of more than 6,000.
- 7/24 - Art Garfunkel has released a new album, will perform in Peoria on Saturday night
Art Garfunkel will play the Peoria Civic Center on Saturday night, to support his new album, Some Enchanted Evening.
- 7/23 - Power companies and lawmakers have come to an agreement on electricity rates
Consumers have been outraged since old deregulation laws led to a massive spike in rates on January 1st. There is now a deal on the table both sides say is good for consumers and fair to customers.
- 7/23 - Peoria native, General Wayne Downing is laid to rest following a funeral mass in Peoria Heights
Downing died suddenly, and his funeral in Peoria Heights was attended by national and international dignitaries.
- 7/17 - Central Illinois native and Bradley University graduate turned opera star Jerry Hadley dies
Hadley died after a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. While his final days were riddled with problems, Central Illinois remembers his voice, his passion, and his commitment to the community.
- 7/5 - Mt. Hawley Airport
Peoria's Mt. Hawley Airport is in for changes, including possible closure or an expansion. General aviation needs are increasing, and the current layout can't support it. A study is underway to determine options for the future.
- 6/28 -Peoria Next Innovation Center is about a month away from opening
WCBU's Jonathan Ahl reports.
- 6/27 -Two groups in Peoria will hold competing marches to show unity against violence
WCBU's Denise Molina reports.
- 6/27 - Peoria City Council approves two new Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts
WCBU's Jonathan Ahl reports.
- 6/20 - Interview with CEO of Globe Energy, a manufacturing company locating in Peoria
WCBU's Jonathan Ahl talks with Globe Energy's David Jones. Click here to listen to the interview.
- 6/15 - District 150 assembles task force to address restructuring of Manual High School
WCBU's Denise Molina reports.
- 6/13 - Advocate from Canada in Peoria to link recycling to climate change solutions
WCBU's Tanya Koonce reports.
- 6/11 - Talks between PDC, Peoria County, and activists over toxic waste landfill stall.
WCBU's Tanya Koonce reports.
- 6/6 - Peoria City Council changes rules on how and when it will meet
WCBU's Jonathan Ahl reports.
- 6/6 - Peoria's Deputy Liquor Commissioner Eric Turner retains post
WCBU's Jonathan Ahl reports.
- 6/5 - Harrison Homes will soon be demolished and replaced by new development
WCBU's Denise Molina reports.
- 6/4 - Former President Bill Clinton addresses graduates at Knox College
WCBU's Denise Molina reports.Listen to the full address here
Headlines last updated at May 17, 2008 18:43:58pm.
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