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WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, October 21st. You'll hear about a Cradle-to-Career initiative that could help revitalize the city's south side. Plus, The Second Chance Nightclub that was the heart of Peoria's rock scene in the 1970s and 80s is coming back for a celebration of Peoria's vintage music scene.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, July 5, 2022. You'll hear about what's next after the Peoria City Council's rejection of a $25,000 gun violence assessment. Plus, Peoria's city engineer tackles some FAQs on CSOs (Combined Sewer Overflows). On Deck is produced by Holden Kellogg.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, August 2nd, 2022. You'll hear about a new accountability and equity initiative the City of Peoria is launching to support underutilized businesses. Plus, hear how one Peorian is looking to bring boxing and a lifeline to the youth in Peoria who need it most. On Deck is produced by Holden Kellogg.

OSF HealthCare and Peoria Public Schools are partnering to create a Trauma Recovery Center at Trewyn School next year. The center is designed to offer…

The Supreme Court recently reaffirmed the constitutionality of saying secular prayers before government meetings. Chaz Stevens is testing the court's opinion in Deerfield Beach.

On this week’s episode of Out and About, Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Jake Bowers of Peoria Proud about this year’s River City Pride Festival on July 18 at the Peoria RiverFront. The free festival features live entertainment, community organizations, interactive art, food vendors, educational programming and a new Artist Row showcasing local creatives.

On this week’s episode of Out and About, Beth Johnson joins host Jenn Gordon to talk about the History Walking Tours offered throughout the summer by the Peoria Historical Society. Expert guides bring Peoria’s history to life through tours of Springdale Cemetery, the old Downtown Theatre District, and historical streets like Moss Avenue, Hight Street, and Randolph and Roanoke. Tours are offered Fridays and Saturdays at 9:30AM. For tickets and more information visit: Peoria Historical Society

An Egyptian court sentenced Peoria native Sam LaHood, and more than 40 non-profit workers, to jail. Sam LaHood is the son of U.S. Transportation Secretary…

This week, we're talking with Shelly Crespo, about the Community Festival of Nativities. A joint efort by three local churches, the event brings together…