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WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, April 19. Our top story is about Reditus Labs CEO Aaron Rossi’s first public statement following his federal tax fraud indictment. You’ll also hear about how an Irish music ensemble is coming to Peoria. WCBU's Hannah Alani interviews Celtic Woman singer Muirgen O’Mahoney ahead of the group’s performance tonight at the Peoria Civic Center. 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, April 28. Our top story is about what one attorney calls “startling” allegations raised in lawsuits involving Reditus C-E-O Aaron Rossi. You’ll also hear about a longtime Peoria business coming back into the picture under new ownership. WCBU’s Joe Deacon interviews Ava Kamm, a local photographer and the new owner of Peoria Camera. 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 Tuesday, May 3. Our top story is about “RISE” grant funding for Greater Peoria businesses affected by COVID-19. You’ll also hear about how Illinois has millions earmarked for gun violence prevention ... but so far, nothing’s been spent. WBEZ’s Patrick Smith breaks down the challenges facing community groups vying for federal violence prevention funds. 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 9. Our top story is about a bill sponsored by Rep. Cheri Bustos (D-IL) that could add more protections for victims of sexual assault and harassment. You'll also hear about a volunteer effort to re-popularize cross-country skiing in Peoria. WCBU’s Hannah Alani interviews Brett Beachler and Ken Beckler about why they love the sport so much. 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, February 10. Our top story is about a spike in catalytic converter thefts in East Peoria. You'll also hear about the dangers of the "fast fashion' industry. WCBU's Olivia Streeter interviewed Bradley University public relations student Anna Wasko about her recent award-winning capstone project, which explores the ways in which fast fashion hurts the environment ... and the humans who make the clothing. 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 Monday, February 28th. Our top story is about a proposed agreement that would continue intergovernmental oversight of Peoria's historic Springdale Cemetery. You'll also hear about racially-motivated murders that took place in Central Illinois. WCBU's Tim Shelley interviews African American Midwest assistant producer Hannah Rea about her latest project. 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 Tuesday, March 1. Our top story is about the Tri-County's COVID-19 data trends amid Gov. JB Pritzker's decision to drop a statewide indoor mask mandate. You'll also hear about a big win for the Artistic Community Theater of Pekin. WCBU's Jody Holtz interviews ACT treasurer Nona Buster about the theater's new location -- the organization's first permanent home in 20 years. 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, February 24. Our top story is about the 100th anniversary of Heart of Illinois United Way, in Peoria. You'll also hear from a descendent of Annie Malone, one of America’s first Black female millionaires. As part of WCBU’s “Postmark Peoria” history series, correspondent Steve Tartar interviews James Agbara Bryson about his late great aunt’s legacy … and her childhood in Peoria. 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 Friday, April 8. Our top story is about Illinois Secretary of State candidate and current Chicago City Clerk Anna Valencia’s Thursday visit to Peoria. You’ll also hear about how an author visiting Peoria this weekend is taking a closer look at the racial context of American film history. WCBU’s Tim Shelley interviews “Colorization” author and NYT journalist Wil Haygood about what needs to change in Hollywood. 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 Monday, April 4. Our top story covers the East Bluff Community Center’s new English language learning program. You’ll also hear about how music therapy is being offered through local schools. WCBU’s Jody Holtz interviews Lindsay Rossmiller, a music therapist and Head of Creative Arts Therapies for High Road Schools of Illinois. On Deck is produced by WCBU student intern Holden Kellogg.