Illinois News Roundup - November 3, 2023
Friday is when we have our weekly Illinois reporter roundtable. Today, we're showcasing news in two regions across the state: Peoria and Champaign-Urbana. Among the stories talked about:
- Peoria residents join protesters across the country to support Palestinians
- Supporters of Palestine in C-U want the U.S. to stop funding Israel’s attack on Gaza
- Illinois Commerce Commission staff recommend denial of Wolf Carbon Solutions pipeline permit
- The Piatt County Board, with reluctance, approves the county’s first wind farm
- A ‘magnificent harvest’ for the pumpkin crop in some areas — despite dry conditions
- Peoria Housing Authority looks for community input on Harrison Homes, 61605 revitalization plan
- With a ceremony, the U.S. Air Force marks the transfer of the last of its Chanute Air Force Base land to civilian hands
- Abe finds his voice: augmented reality brings 'Abraham Blue' mural at Peoria County Courthouse to life
GUESTS:
Camryn Cutinello
Reporter, WCBU
Jim Meadows
Agriculture Reporter and local All Things Considered Host, Illinois Public Media