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On this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Chanel Hargrave-Murray of the Peoria Park District about Jubilee Day: A Juneteenth Celebration, taking place June 19 on the Peoria RiverFront. The free community event blends live entertainment, cultural experiences, family activities, food vendors, storytelling, an Ancestor Tree Activation Station and much more. The evening concludes with a special Juneteenth-themed drone show over the riverfront.

Construction is about to begin on the Center for Prevention of Abuse’s new emergency domestic violence shelter in Pekin. The nonprofit social services organization held a groundbreaking for a rebuilt Carol House of Hope on a 1.8-acre property on 2nd Street acquired from the City of Pekin two years ago.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, October 31st. You'll hear about the 20th anniversary of a Caterpillar employee resource group for Black workers that was originally formed in Peoria. Plus, there's no reason to be bored in the Peoria area when a local author provides 100 things to do in Peoria before you die in her new book.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, October 6th. You'll hear what Peoria Mayor Rita Ali has to say regarding the fatal officer involved shooting that occurred Monday night involving four Peoria police officers. Plus, pickleball in the Peoria area is gaining traction, and you'll hear from some players on why they love the sport.

A 15-year-old boy is in custody at the Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center, charged with having a loaded handgun in his backpack at Manual High School.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to start your day for Tuesday, March 28th, 2023. First, the 38th Bradley International Print and Drawing Exhibition, hear about the artwork featured this week in galleries all across Peoria. Then, an interview with the bishop of the Peoria Catholic Diocese, learn about the "Growing Disciples" initiative.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, September 14th. You'll hear how some Peoria organizations are using grants received from the R-3 program. Plus, see what future plans could be in store for the former Allied Mills building in Bartonville.

The Peoria Housing Authority is partnering with another organization to make some of its housing complexes smoke-free. The Hult Center for Healthy Living…

The week comes at a time of efforts to erode America's democracy, including false claims of rigged elections and the assault of the U.S. Capitol.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, March 10. Our top story is about Peoria's uptick in homelessness following the end of an eviction moratorium. You'll also hear about the Peoria's downward trending crime stats and updates on local job growth. WCBU’s Joe Deacon interviews Peoria Mayor Rita Ali in a quick-hit state of the city conversation. On Deck is produced by WCBU student intern Holden Kellogg.