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On today's episode, you'll hear from Peorian Kendrick Green, who just wrapped up his rookie season in the NFL. Plus, Peoria-based Natural Fiber Welding takes the next step in their innovative business. And a closer look at a recent dispute that spilled into public view at the Peoria Public Schools board meeting.

On today's episode, WCBU's Joe Deacon talks to Peoria's city manager about the challenges in finding a long-term fire chief. Plus, you'll meet a Jordanian foreign exchange student who is now studying in Peoria.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, February 1. Our top story includes an update from the National Weather Service's Lincoln, Ill.-based meteorologist about what to expect from this week's winter storm. You'll also hear about how the Illinois Department of Transportation is preparing a fleet of hundreds of snow plow operators to tackle the roads this week in anticipation of heavy snowfall. WCBU's Hannah Alani interviews IDOT Region 4 Director Matthew Vitner about what it's like to operate a snow plow during inclement weather ... and what the general public can do to ensure the safety of snow plow operators. On Deck is produced by WCBU student intern Holden Kellogg.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, February 2. Our top story explores how Peoria County public works leaders are preparing for the winter storm hitting the Tri-County today and tomorrow. You'll also hear about how the University of Illinois-Chicago Flames are joining the same athletic conference as the Bradley Braves and the Illinois State Redbirds. WCBU's Eric Stock interviews Missouri Valley Conference Commissioner Jeff Jackson about the new 12-team line-up. On Deck is produced by WCBU student intern Holden Kellogg.

On today's episode, you'll hear reaction to the governor's budget and State of the State address, including from Peoria Republican Win Stoller. And you'll meet a young man from Pekin who founded the Illinois Storm Community Facebook group. Plus, a recap of Wednesday's winter weather in Peoria.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, February 3. Our top stories include Peoria and Tazewell county winter storm updates, as well as a look at what Gov. JB Pritzker promised in his State of the State address. You'll also hear about how Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike is feeling as we approach the three-year anniversary of the first stay-at-home order. In an interview with WBEZ's Alex Degman, Ezike describes her reflections on the last couple years while sharing an optimistic outlook on the future fight against COVID-19. On Deck is produced by WCBU student intern Holden Kellogg.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, January 6. Our top story is about local hospitals postponing elective procedures as they near capacity in inpatient and ICU beds amid the rise in COVID-19 cases. You’ll also hear about Springfield Clinic, a capitol-based healthcare provider that's opened four Peoria-area locations in the past 15 months. WCBU's Tim Shelley talks with Cal Thomas, Springfield Clinic's vice president of business development and marketing, about the company's business model ... and why it's zeroing in on Central Illinois. On Deck is produced by WCBU student intern Holden Kellogg.

On Deck has everything you need to know for Tuesday, January 4. Our top story is about snow and ice removal efforts following this weekend’s snow storm. You’ll also hear about the Center for Youth and Family Services’ COVID-19 relief program. WBCU’s Jody Holtz interviews CYFS Community Development director Jeff Turnbull and Program Director for Community Volunteerism Jenny Lee about the center’s 2022 plans for helping those in need. On Deck is produced by WCBU intern Holden Kellogg.

On today's episode, you'll learn about Veloxity Labs, a new biotech startup founded here in Peoria. Plus, an interview with the head of the state's new Office of Firearm Violence Prevention. And you'll hear an update on plans to convert the former seven-story Methodist College building in downtown Peoria into units for families experiencing homelessness.

On today's episode, the Peoria-based Center for Youth and Family Solutions looks to build an army of volunteers to help during COVID-19. Plus, hear from the authors of a new book about implicit bias in education. And you'll meet Josh Osborn, the Navy veteran turned ecologist who leads the waterfowl aerial inventories from the Forbes Biological Station in Havana.