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In today's episode, you'll hear about a new bill passed by Illinois Senate Democrats that gives the attorney general powers to crack down on pregnancy resource centers that divert women from abortions. And Peoria native Robert Elliott talks about his new book exploring his service in the war in Iraq. Plus, Bishop Lou Tylka of the Diocese of Peoria talks about his first year on the job.

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.

In today's episode, you'll hear how Central Illinois libraries are banding together to push back against book bans and challenges. And learn why one Peoria organization is putting a big emphasis on improving financial literacy. Plus, on Postmark Peoria, WCBU correspondent Steve Tarter takes a deep dive into Illinois circus history.

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.

In today's episode, you'll hear about Governor JB Pritzker's proposal to boost higher education financial aid in the upcoming state budget...and how that could impact community colleges. And learn how high impact tutoring is helping kids catch up post-pandemic. Plus, get an expert's take on why there are still reasons for climate change optimism.

In this episode of Mother's War on Violence, host Yolanda Wallace talks to Peoria City/County Health Department epidemiologist Katy Endress about the Cure Violence program being implemented on Peoria's East Bluff.

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.

In today's episode, Peoria County chief officer of diversity, equity and inclusion Andre Allen discusses his first weeks on the job and his action plan. And learn why there are questions about how the Illinois Department of Corrections is getting some detainees to sign "do not resuscitate" orders. Also, News Director Tim Shelley provides an election night roundup. Plus, an interview with a Peoria Chiefs coach who's making baseball history.

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 Tuesday, April 18th. First, the Illinois Senate Republican minority unveils a package of proposals to incentivize and grow state businesses. Then, the Peoria Area Association of Realtors speaks with WCBU's Tim Shelley about possible futures for the former sites of two schools on Peoria's south side.