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In today's episode, you'll hear about a new program in the Illinois National Guard, taking a public health approach to stopping harmful behavior before it starts. Plus, a conversation with ProPublica reporter Logan Jaffe and her deep dive into an ongoing effort by Illinois museums to return remains to tribes. And Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello talks successes from his Pritzker's first term and plans for the rest of his tenure.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, February 7th, 2023. You'll hear from Central Illinois Congressman Darin LaHood about his plans for consequences for mishandling classified documents. Plus, reporter Joe Deacon finds out more about Peoria area home sales from the Peoria Area Association of Realtors.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, February 8th, 2023. You'll hear about Governor J.B. Pritzker's visit to Peoria and an update on the Bob Michel Bridge. Plus, learn about the ongoing effort to return remains from Illinois museums to indigenous tribes.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start you day for February 2nd, 2023. You'll hear from Senator Tammy Duckworth, as she calls for another look at police reform following the killing of Tyre Nichols. Plus, Peoria is considering a special district to attract businesses, hear from Mayor Rita Ali about the proposed plan for the Medina Plains Business Park.

In today's episode, you'll hear about the history of Peoria's abolitionist movement. And learn why officials at Fulton County's Emiquon Nature Preserve are concerned about the impact an upcoming case before the U.S. Supreme Court could have on wetlands. Plus, an interview with Peoria City Council at-large candidate Anu Uddavolu.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, February 3rd, 2023. You'll hear from community leaders and advocates as the Cure Violence initiative prepares to move forward on Peoria's East Bluff. Plus, get the scoop on Central Illinois' first ever Global Fest.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, February 9th, 2023. First you'll hear about local lawmakers reactions to President Biden's State of the Union address. Then, get the details on a new program from the Illinois National Guard looking to intervene in harmful behavior before it happens.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, January 3rd. You'll hear about what new laws you can expect to see in 2023, plus a Peoria artist who was recently released from prison shares what he learned during his time behind bars and how he's looking to grow his art business.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Wednesday, January 4th. You'll hear about a successful appeal that will remove a name on the April ballot for the District 1 seat on the Peoria Public Schools Board of Education. Plus, a bike empowerment program is teaching Peoria youth responsibility, mechanical skills, and how to fix a bike or two along the way.

In today's episode, you'll hear how Peoria based artist Keelen Bishop is using art to start a new life...after serving a prison term of more than ten years. And a look back at Secretary of State Jess White's legendary political career as it comes to an end. Plus, get a look into the new laws now in effect in the state of Illinois.