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WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, September 29, 2021. Our top story is about how an outbreak of violence at Peoria High School nearly two weeks ago opened up a wider conversation on how the district is handling troubled children. WCBU student reporter Olivia Streeter talked with a few Peoria High students about how they are feeling after the events that unfolded. You’ll also hear how while Peoria's days as the "Whiskey City" are long over, the alcoholic beverage is seeing a resurgence in the region with the opening of new distilleries. Tim Shelley spoke with Jeff Murphy, master distiller at J.K Williams, about how he makes whiskey.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, October 29, 2021. Our top story is about controversy over the East Peoria Community High School’s “Raiders” mascot. You’ll also hear from Jashawnda Dunigan, a Peoria woman who struggles with the loss of loved ones to gun violence every day. WCBU’s Tim Shelley spoke with Dunigan and her counselor, Samantha Schubach about the role trauma plays in Peoria's cycle of violence and how opening up about those experiences can help in healing.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, March 23rd, 2023. First, hear from Peoria City Manager Patrick Urich about ongoing negotiations between the Peoria Public Library and unionized workers. Then, a strategy for closing the pandemic learning gap in Illinois is planned to continue into next year. Learn more about High Dosage Tutoring.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to start your day for Friday, April 7th, 2023. First, the 33rd Annual Science Treasure Hunt kicks off this weekend, learn more about the opportunity for families to experience science across Greater Peoria. Then, it's Out and About with Dr. Mae Gilliland Wright, hear about Arthaus Peoria, a new art and studio tour coming up later this month.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, April 11th, 2023. First, the Peoria Park District unveils an upgrade to Trewyn Park, hear more about the project hoping to bring the community together outdoors this summer. Then, the Peoria Public Library partners with libraries across the area for the first ever "Central Illinois Reads." Hear why they're advocating for banned and challenged books.

WCBU's On Deck podcast has everything you need to start your day for Thursday, May 4th, 2023. First, the National Weather Service issues Illinois' first ever Blowing Dust Warning, as the dust storm causes a deadly pileup on I-55. Then, Peoria Mayor Rita Ali talks to WCBU's Joe Deacon about violent crime and a partnership planning to bring new homes to Peoria's South Side.

WCBU's On Deck podcast has everything you need to start your day for Wednesday, May 3rd, 2023. First, learn why now might be the perfect time to find your new pet at Peoria County Animal Protection Services. Then, a look at plans for the new Health and Human Services campus, hear how Peoria County wants to make the facility better for employees and visitors.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to start your day for Monday, May 22nd, 2023. First, Peoria Public Schools' high school graduates visit their past grade schools to celebrate their accomplishments. Then, there's been a lot of discussions about a proposed carbon pipeline passing through Peoria, city council member Denise Jackson is concerned about what the project would mean for the district she represents.