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WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, March 7. Our top story is about what's driving gas prices in Peoria past $4 a gallon ... and how residents feel about the price hikes. You'll also hear about an effort to boost the agriculture technology sector in Greater Peoria. WCBU correspondent Tim Alexander interviews Morton Economic Development Council CEO Leigh Ann Brown about AgTech Connect, a network she hopes will sustain the Tri-County's involvement in the rapidly growing industry. On Deck is produced by WCBU student intern Holden Kellogg.

On this week’s episode of Out and About, host Jenn Gordon is joined by student director, Maggie Sullivan and Bradley Theatre Department Chair, Scott Kanoff to talk about Bradley University Theatre's Antigone.

On today’s episode, you’ll hear from the director of the Center for Cybersecurity at Bradley University, Jacob Young. He tells WCBU student reporter Justin Hill that cyber-attacks would be an unlikely, but possible method for Russia to use to retaliate against the U.S. for any real or perceived interference in its conflict with Ukraine. And Brian Ludwig, the managing editor of the independently owned monthly Peoria publication, Community Word delves into Illinois’ shifting rules and regulations around placing a bet on a sporting event with WCBU’s Tim Shelley. Plus, during Out and About host Jenn Gordon of Arts Partners of Central Illinois talks to Bradley University Theatre Department Chair Scott Kanoff and student director Maggie Sullivan about their unique and timely production of Antigone.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, March 2. Our top story is about President Joe Biden's State of the Union address highlighting the work of Rep. Cheri Bustos (D-IL) to end forced arbitration for victims of sexual harassment and violence. You'll also hear about the impact of COVID-19 on the Peoria Zoo. WCBU correspondent Mike Rundle interviews zookeepers about how the pandemic affected humans and animals alike. 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, January 11th. You'll hear how the City of Peoria is investing in preventing violence and juvenile crime in 2023. Plus, a not-for-profit is using settlement money to make energy efficient upgrades to Peoria and Pekin area homes.

In today's episode, you'll hear reactions from some local artists regarding the closure of two KDB performing arts venues. And Peoria Chiefs general manager Jason Mott talks about the return of the Cardinals Caravan this weekend and the Chiefs' preparations for the upcoming season. Plus, Tiffany White of the Everett Dirksen Congressional Center is interviewed in a new episode of Postmark Peoria.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, January 13th. You'll hear about the Cardinals Caravan coming to Peoria later tonight, plus on Out and About, Paula Graves and Tameka Mason join host Jenn Gordon to talk about Corn Stock Theatre’s upcoming production ‘Cadillac Crew'.

In today's episode, you'll hear from Peoria Public Schools Foundation breakfast keynote speaker Kouri Marshall about how his hometown influenced him. And Gen Z is officially in the Illinois House of Representatives. You'll hear from Democrat Nabeela Syed on how she prepared for the job. And hear which words and phrases have been banished for mis-use, over-use, and general uselessness. Plus on Out and About, Paula Graves and Tameka Mason join host Jenn Gordon to talk about Corn Stock Theatre’s upcoming production ‘Cadillac Crew’.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, January 12th. You'll hear about how the Peoria International Airport was affected after a system outage delayed flights across the country yesterday. Plus, Executive Director of the Everett Dirksen Congressional Center explains why people should know more about the center and the man its named after.

In today's episode, you'll hear about developments in autonomous farm technology. And a not-for-profit is using funds from the Edwards coal plant settlement to make energy efficient upgrades to Peoria and Pekin area homes. Plus, a conversation with the U.S attorney for central Illinois about a new environmental enforcement initiative.