WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, August 17, 2021. Our top story is about how back to school season is here and WCBU student reporter Valerie Vasconez is talking with groups in the Peoria area helping with school essentials. You'll also hear how some Amazon jobs will be full-time and come with benefits. But the web-based retail giant will also hire independent contractors through its Amazon Flex program. WCBU’s Hannah Alani speaks with labor lawyer and University of Illinois professor Michael LeRoy about what these gig economy delivery jobs might look like.
Daniel Musisi is WCBU's Assistant Audio Director. He's also the host of our daily newsmagazine All Things Peoria.