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Bradley University will offer two days of COVID-19 vaccine clinics for students next Monday and Tuesday. The university's health services department…

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, May 3. Our top story is about “RISE” grant funding for Greater Peoria businesses affected by COVID-19. You’ll also hear about how Illinois has millions earmarked for gun violence prevention ... but so far, nothing’s been spent. WBEZ’s Patrick Smith breaks down the challenges facing community groups vying for federal violence prevention funds. 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, February 9. Our top story is about a bill sponsored by Rep. Cheri Bustos (D-IL) that could add more protections for victims of sexual assault and harassment. You'll also hear about a volunteer effort to re-popularize cross-country skiing in Peoria. WCBU’s Hannah Alani interviews Brett Beachler and Ken Beckler about why they love the sport so much. 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 Thursday, February 10. Our top story is about a spike in catalytic converter thefts in East Peoria. You'll also hear about the dangers of the "fast fashion' industry. WCBU's Olivia Streeter interviewed Bradley University public relations student Anna Wasko about her recent award-winning capstone project, which explores the ways in which fast fashion hurts the environment ... and the humans who make the clothing. 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 Monday, February 28th. Our top story is about a proposed agreement that would continue intergovernmental oversight of Peoria's historic Springdale Cemetery. You'll also hear about racially-motivated murders that took place in Central Illinois. WCBU's Tim Shelley interviews African American Midwest assistant producer Hannah Rea about her latest project. 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 Tuesday, April 5. Our top story covers understaffing at the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. You’ll also hear about an effort to boost business for underserved farmers and ranchers in Greater Peoria. WCBU’s Tim Shelley interviews two administrators from the Illinois Department of Agriculture about how the Local Food Purchasing Agreement acts as a conduit to connect food producers with potential clients, including some government contracts – from local schools to the Department of Corrections. 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 Monday, February 21. Our top story is about how Central Illinois Friends is beginning the process of looking for an independent building. You'll also hear how budding entrepreneurs looking to get a startup off the ground don't have to go far for support. WCBU correspondent Jonathan Wright reports on how the gBETA program is up and running, even before downtown Peoria's Distillery Labs officially opens. 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 Friday, February 18. Our top story is about the city's Public Works Department's atypical strategy for preparing for this week's snow storm. You'll also hear about a new Black history curriculum adopted last year by Peoria Public Schools. WCBU’s Joe Deacon interviews the authors of "Black History 365," a course of study tailored for high school students. 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 Friday, March 11. Our top story is about a Peoria Avant's location using a robot to seat patrons. You'll also hear about why childhood vaccination rates plummeted during the pandemic ... and what local health leaders are doing to combat the problem. WGLT's Sarah Nardi interviews Scott Barrows and Elise Albers of OSF HealthCare about their plan to use data and AI-drive mobile clinics to boost childhood vaccinations. 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 Thursday, March 3. Our top story is about the Peoria Symphony Orchestra swapping its upcoming "Russian Wonders" program with a new concert called "Unity with Ukraine." You'll also hear about the 'Super' side hustle of the Dozer Park groundskeeper. WCBU's Joe Deacon interviews Mike Reno about his annual gig helping landscape and upkeep Super Bowl football fields. On Deck is produced by WCBU student intern Holden Kellogg.