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WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, March 31st. Our top story is about the upcoming Greater Peoria Area Newcomer Mixer. You’ll also hear about “More Than Flowers,” a new book that was recently published by lifelong Peorian Janice Powers. As part of his ongoing “Postmark Peoria” series, WCBU correspondent Steve Tartar interviews Powers about her love for gardening. 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, March 29. Our top story is about a group of north Peoria and Dunlap residents opposing a plan to convert Prairie Vista Apartments. You’ll also hear about the impacts of stress and trauma on the human brain … and ways to cope. WCBU’s Tim Shelley interviewed Bradley University assistant professor Dr. Erik Braun about the impact of modern-day stressors on our mental health. 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, March 30. Our top story is about Pekin Mayor and State Rep. Mark Luft rejecting a campaign donation from Reditus Labs, whose CEO faces tax fraud charges. You’ll also hear about how the Bradley University student chapter of the Association for Latino Professionals of America is helping one first-generation student thrive. WCBU's Hannah Alani interviews Bradley junior Naomi Barranco about breaking down barriers associated with being a first-generation American, and the first person in her family to attend college. 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, April 1. Our top story covers Thursday’s bond hearing for Stephanie Jones and Brandon Walker, the parents of an 8-year-old boy whose death this week was ruled a homicide. You’ll also hear about the Bradley University Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. WCBU correspondent Steve Tarter speaks with recent retirees John Amdall and Gary Nelson about how OLLI has helped them find new ways to grow in retirement. On Deck is produced by WCBU student intern Holden Kellogg.

On today’s episode, you’ll hear WCBU reporter Joe Deacon talk with Peoria-area educators about how and why they're working to recruit and retain more teachers of color. And WCBU's Hannah Alani sits down with Bradley University junior and first-generation American and college student Naomi Barranco about how being part of the student chapter of the Bradley Association of Latino Professionals of America has changed her life. Plus, you’ll hear how Peoria is sending a 12-year-old to a national rock-climbing competition. WCBU's Jody Holtz takes you to the rock-climbing facility First Ascent Peoria to learn more.

On today’s episode, Bradley University assistant professor Dr. Erik Braun talks to WCBU’s Tim Shelley about the impacts of stress and trauma on the human brain and ways to cope. And the Peoria Heights community is mourning the death of beloved longtime educator Roger Bergia. Current Peoria Heights superintendent Dr. Eric Heath discusses the legacy and impact of his predecessor with WCBU correspondent Tim Alexander. Plus, Second District Peoria City Councilman Chuck Grayeb joins WCBU's Joe Deacon in the studio for a discussion on the latest happenings around the horseshoe.

On today's episode, Peoria mothers who lost their children to violence in the city talk to WCBU about what Mother's Day means to them.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, May 9. Our top story is about the June 28 Illinois primary, and how you can vote early starting May 19. You’ll also hear about the potential impact on Illinois women and physicians should the Supreme Court overturn the protections enshrined in the 1973 “Roe vs. Wade” case. WCBU’s Tim Shelley talks to Planned Parenthood of Illinois President and CEO Jennifer Welch about those repercussions. On Deck is produced by WCBU student intern Holden Kellogg.

On today's episode, you'll hear from Peoria Mayor Rita Ali, East Peoria Mayor John Kahl, and what you can learn from Ken Burns' quilt collection that's now on view at the Peoria Riverfront Museum.

On today's episode, you'll learn how Peoria plans to recruit remote workers to the community. A new episode of our history series Postmark Peoria. And Jody Holtz reports on efforts to make Peoria's booming arts scene representative of the people who live here.