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WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, December 6th. You'll hear about how a seemingly lost piece of Central Illinois holiday history made its way back to Peoria, plus the Peoria Peacekeepers Network is reviving a restorative justice program for juveniles with misdemeanors.

On today's episode, Peoria mothers who lost their children to violence in the city talk to WCBU about what Mother's Day means to them.

In today's episode, you'll hear about Eureka College's new men's and women's wrestling programs. And former Illinois State University football player Boomer Grigsby will be inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame today, and he talks about what it means to be an inductee. Plus, what the recently passed Respect for Marriage Act will do.

On today's episode, you'll hear from the state climatologist about Peoria's warm, largely snowless December. Hannah Alani speaks with Gabriel and Tony Haddad about their family's Peoria story and Peoria restaurant – and their hopes for the New Year. Plus, an interview with Jim Runyon, the interim executive director and a board member for The Autism Collective, based in Peoria.

In today's episode, you'll hear the next steps for Tazewell County's downtown Pekin developments after last week's Pekin City Council meeting. And learn how one Peoria company is playing a key role in the development of Rivian's Amazon cargo vans. Plus, an update on Illinois Central College's Cradle to Career initiative as it heads to Peoria's South Side.

In today's episode, you'll hear about a new book that explores the history of Peoria's basketball community and highlights some of the city's most prolific players. And learn more about the Tri-County area's 988 mental health assistance hotline. Plus, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth discusses her goals after her recent appointment to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.

On today's episode, you'll hear from Ken Zika, an angel investor who backs Peoria startups and aims to create jobs and improve the area. You'll also hear about "From Peoria to Lebanon," an exhibit of contemporary Lebanese artwork on exhibit now at the Peoria Riverfront Museum. And a UnityPoint Health expert helps you spot the signs of seasonal anxiety and depression.

In today's episode, Republican congressman Darin LaHood, who represents parts of Greater Peoria, talks current events with WCBU's Jordan Mead. And we take a trip to Woodford County to visit longtime Metamora resident and history enthusiast Ed Kouri. He complied a virtual tour of Metamora, and tells Tim Shelley why he thinks it's important to learn about local history. Plus, Hannah Alani takes a trip on CityLink's new electric busses.

In today's episode, you'll hear how Pekin's Marigold Festival earned its name, which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. And on Postmark Peoria, we'll take a look at the notorious Shelton Brothers gang that was present in Peoria during the 1930's and 1940's. Plus, Community Health Partnership of Illinois has opened a new health center in Princeville aimed at helping migrant workers and their families living near the Peoria-area.

In today's episode, you'll hear from the daughter of the man who was fatally shot by Peoria Police officers Monday night. And with the November election only a month away, you'll get a look back on what JB Pritzker has done during his first term in office and what his Republican challenger Darren Bailey has accomplished during his four years in the Illinois General Assembly. Plus, two non-profits established around the same time earlier this year also share a similar vision of bringing music to Peoria's youth.