Dana Vollmer
Dana Vollmer is a reporter with WCBU. Prior to moving to Peoria, Dana covered the state Capitol for NPR Illinois. She earned her master’s degree in public affairs reporting from the University of Illinois Springfield. She also graduated from Northern Illinois University, where she studied communication and produced Morning Edition for WNIJ. Dana's interests include criminal justice reform, economic equity and the environment.
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If you were surprised by size of U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis’ margin of victory over his two-time Democratic challenger, you aren’t alone. So was Davis.
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U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis has announced he has tested positive for the coronavirus.
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Illinois election officials are working to defend against foreign cyberattacks in this year's elections.
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Illinois lawmakers last year moved to crack down on acts of violence committed in a place of worship. The legislation , signed by Governor JB Pritzker,...
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There are just weeks left until adult-use recreational cannabis becomes legal in Illinois. While many consumers have been looking forward to that day...
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Legislation being considered in the Illinois House would allow college athletes to get paid for endorsements.
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Congresswoman Cheri Bustos is joining a chorus of lawmakers condemning President Trump’s demands to talk to the whistleblower who lodged a complaint...
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Illinois is joining a chorus of states condemning a Trump administration proposal to rollback protections for transgender people under the Affordable Care…
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Military surveillance balloons originally launched in South Dakota are making their way to central Illinois to conduct wide-area surveillance tests.
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Farmers can now apply for federal assistance to offset loss of income due to the trade war.