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Clark Morris passed away. This is the full obituary where you can share condolences and memories. Published in the The Daily Star on 2023-09-05.

(AP Photo/Dan Balilty) Pediatricians have noticed a spike in childhood obesity rates over the past year. Doctors think the pandemic could be a contributing factor. Student reporter Olivia Streeter talked with UnityPoint Health pediatrician Dr. Nora Philbin about some of the factors leading to childhood obesity - and some ways to combat it. OLIVIA STREETER: First question I have is, have you seen an increase in childhood obesity over the last few months? NORA PHILBIN: Obesity has definitely be...

WCBUs On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, March 8, 2021. Our top story is about how its college application season and COVID-19 is having an impact. WCBU student reporter Olivia Streeter checked into enrollment processes with three local higher learning institutions. Youll also hear how two of the 19th Centurys most important intellectuals crossed paths in Peoria in 1870. WCBU correspondent Steve Tarter speaks with Freedom From Religion Foundation co-founder A...

Its college application season, and COVID-19 is having an impact for the second year running. Student reporter Olivia Streeter checked into enrollment processes with three local higher learning institutions. Tom Richmond, assistant vice president for enrollment management at Bradley University, said this has been the most unpredictable year in college enrollment. He anticipates more students choosing to attend universities later into the summer than usual--and that will push acceptance dates ba...

WCBU's On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, February 8, 2021. Our top story is about how Central Illinois is almost

WCBUs On Deck has everything you need to know to start your day for Monday, December 21, 2020. Our top story is about how the Illinois eviction moratorium has been extended another month. But eventually, it will end. Tim Shelley spoke with Prairie State Legal Services attorney Katie Pinter about the onslaught of cases theyre expecting when that happens. Youll also hear how tonight, Saturn and Jupiter will be close enough to each other that they can be perceived as one bright star. This is the f...