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WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Friday, May 20, 2022. You'll hear about the start of what Peoria public health officials are saying about the baby formula shortage. And an update on the Hanna City Trail project. On Deck is produced by Holden Kellogg.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, May 23, 2022. You'll hear about why Peoria County needs more election judges for the June 28 primary. And hear an excerpt of an Illinois Central College commencement address. On Deck is produced by Holden Kellogg.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Tuesday, May 24, 2022. You'll hear about the four finalists for the next BUILD Peoria project. And learn about a new effort underway at the Chillicothe Chamber of Commerce. On Deck is produced by Holden Kellogg.

On today’s episode, with early voting for the June primary election starting tomorrow in Illinois, the Peoria County Election Commission's Elizabeth Gannon explains how casting your ballot will look a little different when you head to the polls. And you’ll meet Veronica De Fazio - the new deputy director of the Peoria Public Library. Plus, you'll hear part two of WCBU correspondent Hannah Alani's conversation with JOLT Foundation founders Dr Tamara Olt and her husband Blake Olt.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Thursday, May 19, 2022. You'll hear about the start of early voting and what's changed for Peoria County voters. And an Illinois political scientist talks about his new book, "Democracy's Rebirth." On Deck is produced by Holden Kellogg.

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.