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China is extending its reach into emigre communities overseas in remarkable ways. Harnessing their energy, know-how and capital is one more facet of President Xi Jinping's "Chinese dream."

Should there be a way forward for people accused of sexual misconduct and what would that look like? That's the question NPR's Michel Martin poses to Julianne Malveaux and Melanie Campbell.

America's diversity means it is not defined by a single ancestry or faith tradition. Americans may nevertheless unite behind a "civil religion" that incorporates the nation's founding principles.

New York's Adirondack Park used to be a political powder keg. Now factions are working to find common ground, while tackling some big problems.

As President Trump addressed a joint session of Congress, reporters from across NPR's newsroom fact-checked his speech and offered context.

As an arts correspondent based at NPR West, Mandalit del Barco reports and produces stories about film, television, music, visual arts, dance and other topics.

Frank Langfitt is NPR's Roving National Correspondent. He has covered everything from threats to democracy and the use of inflatable animals as political props to America’s biggest croquet tournament, its oldest fiddler’s convention and the creative process behind Born to Run.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to start your day for Wednesday, March 15th, 2023. First, hear from Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker's visit to Central Illinois to push for education funding. Then, it's Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week, hear more from a Peorian living with the disease.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, March 25, 2021. Our top story is about how the Pekin and Hollis school…

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, April 22. Our top story is about how members of the public can sign a steel beam that will eventually be part of OSF HealthCare’s new $237 million Cancer Institute. You’ll also hear about efforts being made to bring more outdoor rock-climbing opportunities to central Illinois. WCBU's Jody Holtz talks to Jeff Jaramillo – a Peorian and community ambassador for “Access Fund” – as well as Andrew Staff – president of the Illinois Climbing Association – about what’s being done to boost outdoor climbing options. On Deck is produced by WCBU student intern Holden Kellogg.