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A year after a pro-Trump mob invaded the U.S. Capitol, teachers say they want students to grapple with the uncomfortable facts of the day.

The organization has unveiled its nominees for the 45th annual Image Awards, established to honor African-American performers who are often ignored by mainstream Hollywood. Some nominees are white, others of South-Asian or Latino heritage. NPR TV critic Eric Deggans wonders if that changes the meaning of the ceremony.

Foreign correspondent Dexter Filkins suggests the Pakistanis might've enlisted the C.I.A.'s help to arrest a Taliban leader, so that he couldn't participant in peace talks.

Earlier this week, 26-year-old Joshua Holt, who has been jailed in the South American country since 2016, uploaded a video to Facebook expressing fear that fellow inmates were trying to kill him.

American tennis player Taylor Townsend is gearing up for the U.S. Open. She'll take to the court as the top-ranked doubles player. Her story is one of resilience and overcoming preconceived notions.

As Democrats consider selecting new states to go first in the presidential primary calendar, New Jersey pitches itself as a sensible choice.

The Tiny Desk series producer shares his favorite records of the year.

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, November 15. Our top story features “Dreamland” author and freelance journalist Sam Quinones, who is speaking at Peoria Public Library tonight about his new book “The Least of Us.” The book covers the rise of the synthetic drug market and its grip on American communities. You’ll also hear about OSF Healthcare’s ongoing efforts to fight COVID-19. WGLT’s Charlie Schlenker interviews Dr. Mike Cruz, OSF’s Chief Operating Officer.

Some House Democrats are concerned that the latest border crisis and feud between President Trump and four House progressives is causing immigration to overtake health care as main issue for 2020.