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WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to start your day for Wednesday, April 26th, 2023. First, upcoming incentive programs aim to make carbon emission reductions more affordable for the average American family. Then, disc golf courses in Morton attract international attention.

In today's episode, A Morton violinist who is playing in the orchestra pit of the touring Broadway musical "Anastasia" explains how Central Illinois shaped his professional music career. And get a look at a farm-to-table community supported agriculture project in Knox County. Plus, WCBU's Tim Shelley asks Bradley University's president about the plans for the Avanti's site and why community input is wanted.

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.

On this week’s Out and About, Chelsea Carmona and artist Rick “Dienzo” Blanco joins host Dr. Mae Gilliland Wright to talk about ArtHaus Peoria, an exciting new event featuring studio and historic home tours with four world renowned artists taking place April 21-23.

In today's episode, Bradley University associate professor Patricia Saleeby talks about her visit to the United Nations to promote a new framework for talking about disability in the medical community. Then, Bradley University's theater department takes a stab at one of the longest running murder mysteries, learn about their production of Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap. Plus, reporter Joe Deacon sits down for his monthly conversation with Peoria Mayor Rita Ali, hear the mayor's thoughts on affordable housing availability, the recent report from the joint commission on racial justice and equity and more.

In today's episode, you'll get a glimpse inside Peoria's inaugural Fashion Week. And a Middle Eastern affairs expert who recently visited Bradley University explains why China got involved in patching up a Middle Eastern diplomatic détente. Plus, on Out and About, Chelsie Carmona and artist Rick “Dienzo” Blanco joins host Dr. Mae Gilliland Wright to talk about ArtHaus Peoria.

In today's episode, you'll hear from author Robert D Sampson on his new book about baseball's early roots in Illinois. And learn how food banks are addressing the end of expanded COVID-19 benefits. Plus, WCBU correspondent Steve Tarter continues his conversation about the history of the Illinois circus.

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.

On this week’s Out and About during Jazz Appreciation Month, Dr. Mae Gilliland Wright of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Dr. Todd Kelly and Jim Kidder about the Stan Kenton Legacy Orchestra, performing this Sunday, April 16 at 3 p.m. at the Dingeldine Music Center.