On Deck

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to start your day for Monday, April 17th, 2023. First, more than 200 people officially became U.S. citizens in Peoria last week, WCBU's Tim Shelley takes you there. Then, there's been a lot of different initiatives attempting to solve the issue of teacher shortages, hear about efforts to do the same thing for Illinois principals.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to start your day for Friday, April 14th. First, WCBU's Tim Shelley speaks with the company Wolf Carbon Solutions, to get more answers about the proposed carbon dioxide pipeline that would run through Peoria's BioUrja plant. Then, it's Jazz Appreciation Month! Learn more about a performance happening this weekend.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to start your day for Thursday, April 13th, 2023. First, the details on National Public Radio's decision to step back from Twitter and the potential ramifications for the media landscape at large. Then, a check in with Peoria Park District Executive Director Emily Cahill as they prepare for a summer of park projects and events.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, April 12. You'll hear how State Representative Jehan Gordon Booth is assisting efforts to help more people clear cannabis arrests and convictions from their criminal records, plus learn why the Midwest Food Bank is seeing an increase in demand for services.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, April 11th, 2023. First, the Peoria Park District unveils an upgrade to Trewyn Park, hear more about the project hoping to bring the community together outdoors this summer. Then, the Peoria Public Library partners with libraries across the area for the first ever "Central Illinois Reads." Hear why they're advocating for banned and challenged books.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, April 10th. First, the Peoria Civic Center and the Peoria Rivermen reach a new lease agreement, we have the details. Then, an announcement from Bradley University about the future of the closed Avanti's near the campus raised some eyebrows in the community. Bradley's president gives an update on the future of the corner of Main and University.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to start your day for Friday, April 7th, 2023. First, the 33rd Annual Science Treasure Hunt kicks off this weekend, learn more about the opportunity for families to experience science across Greater Peoria. Then, it's Out and About with Dr. Mae Gilliland Wright, hear about Arthaus Peoria, a new art and studio tour coming up later this month.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to start your day for Thursday, April 6th, 2024. First, an update on recovery efforts after Tuesday night's storms and tornadoes in Fulton County. Then, hear from a Bradley University professor and social work expert about her speech at the United Nations

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to start your day for Wednesday, April 5th, 2023. First, we'll round up results from the consolidate elections for city councils, school boards and even a mayor's office in the Greater Peoria area. Then, a conversation with Peoria County's Chief DEI Officer Andre Allen, with an update on the work he's done in the new position.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to start your day for Tuesday, April 4th, 2023. First, three Greater Peoria hospitals are now part of the Carle Health network, hear the details on the merger. Then, Governor J.B. Pritzker's proposed budget includes a substantial increase in education funding, hear what that could mean for community college students from the president of Illinois Central College.