Reporting from in and around Illinois.contact@statewideshow.orgListen to Statewide across Illinois in:Bloomington/Normal – WGLT 89.1 (Saturdays 5 PM)Carbondale – WSIU 91.9 (Saturdays 3 PM and Sundays 6 AM)Mount Vernon - WVSI 88.9 (Saturdays 3 PM and Sundays 6 AM)Olney - WUSI 90.3 (Saturdays 3 PM and Sundays 6 AM)Quad Cities - WVIK 105.7 HD-2 (TBD)Rockford/DeKalb – WNIJ 89.5 (Saturdays 6 AM, Sundays 2 PM)Springfield/Decatur - WUIS 91.9 (Saturdays 9 AM)Peoria – WCBU 89.9 (Saturdays 5 PM)Pittsf ...
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Every Friday afternoon on Day to Day join WCBU's Nathan Irwin and Suzette Boulais, executive director of Arts Partners of Central Illinois for a look at current and upcoming art & cultural events across the region. Day to Day, weekdays at noon on WCBU.
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Heather Simpson said the debate has pitted neighbors and relatives against one another.Di Sean Crawford
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The former Illinois House Speaker was once a powerful force in politics and government. Now, his legacy is at stake.Di Sean Crawford
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Research shows that college students are going hungry at a higher rate than the U.S. population as a whole.Di Sean Crawford
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Sexually inappropriate calls, texts and chats are infrequent, but not uncommon on the 988 line, as are other types of abuse, including pranks, insults and personal attacks on the crisis counselors.Di Sean Crawford
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Illinois became the first state to eliminate cash bail a year ago this week. On this episode, we look at how the change has worked so far.Di Sean Crawford
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Stateville has led the way in prison education, primarily due to its proximity to Chicago's colleges and universities. On this episode, we talk with some instructors about what the programs bring to inmates and society, along with concerns about their future.Di Sean Crawford
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“Horrific is my reaction,” U.S. District Judge Virginia Kendall, the newly seated chief judge of the Northern District of Illinois, said when told about the information still online.Di Sean Crawford
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Before Oprah, there was another talk show host in Chicago. Phil Donahue changed television. He recently died at the age of 88.Di Sean Crawford
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Car accidents are the leading cause of death for children in the U.S. Driving under the influence is a big reasonDi Sean Crawford
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Chicago hosts another Democratic National Convention starting Monday, but it has yet to shake the chaotic images from 1968.Di Sean Crawford
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A co-author of Illinois Politics: A Citizens' Guide to Power, Politics and Government joins us.Di Sean Crawford
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The wrong words can cause pain and emotional harm.Di Sean Crawford
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Rural hospitals are vital to the areas they serve. But they face a host of problems.Di Sean Crawford
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On this episode we hear about a "silver tsunami" coming in a rural communities.Di Sean Crawford
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Statewide is reports and conversations from in and around Illinois.Di Sean Crawford
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The governor appeared on the Illinois Lawmakers program to discuss the new state budget and his vision for the state.Di Sean Crawford
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The post-WWII homes were produced to address a housing shortage. They continue to stand out.Di Sean Crawford
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A closer look at the American League, which had its first Black player soon after Jackie Robinson debuted with the Dodgers. But it took some teams many years to follow suit.Di Sean Crawford
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The club formed in Cass County became famous for investing.Di Sean Crawford
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This week, we're talking with George Stelluto, Music Director of the Peoria Symphony Orchestra. Their concert Saturday night features music of Mozart, Rossini, Maurice Ravel and Jacques Ibert. Stelluto talks about the pieces on the program and how they fit together. The concert will also feature a performance by winners of the Peoria Symphony Guild…
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A murder trial becomes the basis for questions about credibility and truth in the classic play “Rashomon.” A production of the play opened last weekend at Illinois Central College Theatre. Cara Rosson has this review for WCBU, and the Live Theatre League of Peoria. Opinions expressed are those of the reviewer, not those of WCBU or the Live Theatre …
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This week, we talk with William Butler from the Contemporary Art Center. They're hosting their annual Fine Art Auction Saturday night from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. The event includes both a silent and a live auction, along with musical entertainment. Butler talks about some of the works featured in the auction, how it's designed to benefit both the Cente…
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This week, we're talking with Chip Joyce. He' s playing the title role in "Hedwig and the Angry Inch," which continues tonight and tomorrow night at Corn Stock Theatre. Joyce talks about the origin of the show, the process of "becoming Hedwig" each night, and what it's like fronting the Angry Inch -- the on-stage band that peforms during the show.…
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Corn Stock Theatre presents a rock-and-roll story of gender identity, set to music inspired by 1970s “glam” rock, with its production of “Hedwig and the Angry Inch.” Douglas Okey has this review for WCBU and the Live Theatre League of Peoria. Opinions expressed are those of the reviewer, not those of WCBU or the Live Theatre League.…
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This week, we're talking with Jade Simmons, The former Miss Illinois is appearing with the Peoria Symphony Orchestra in their concert, Saturday night at the Peoria Civic Center Theatre. Simmons will the soloist in two pieces by George Gershwin -- the Second Rhapsody and the Concert in F. She talks about what draws her to Gershwin's music, and about…
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Peoria Players Theatre presents the classic musical “Mame.” Marty Lynch has this review for WCBU and the Live Theatre League of Peoria. Opinions expressed are those of the reviewer, not those of WCBU or the Live Theatre League.
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This week, we talk with singer/songwriter Barry Cloyd. He's performing his 10th Anniversary Show at Forest Park Nature Center on Saturday, February 9. Over the years, it's grown from a solo concert to one that features a full band. We also listen to a few selections from his latest CD, "Spirit Dance;" a new CD will be out later this year.…
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Director Jeff Driscoll talks with Nathan Irwin and Suzette Boulais about Arc Light Productions' upcoming performance of “Songs for a New World.” Part song cycle, part musical revue, the show consists of songs which depict characters on the precipice of a critical decision. It will be performed dinner theater style at The Waterhouse over Valentine’s…
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This week, we're talking with Cindy Hoey, about the Peoria Live Theatre League. The League was formed two years ago, as a means of providing wider exposure for, and promotion of, local theatrical productions. Since then, it's led to increased cooperation among the participating theatres -- and some plans for greater collaboration in the future. Hoe…
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