Meet Steve Shannon, Rockford’s award-winning musician and storyteller, who has been hosting the morning show for nearly 30 years. Nobody can find the small joys in everyday life and share them in a compelling story quite like he can. If he’s not at one of his children’s sporting events, you’ll find him behind his drums, on the golf course with his wife, or reading another biography about someone he admires.
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New Livability Study Names 4 Illinois Cities Among Best In US
A brand new 'best places to live' study tried a different approach to ranking the places to best build a family, create your dream career, and live a meaningful life. Discover which four Illinois cities made the Best 100 list.
Illinois Makes Nationwide List of Safest, Most Affordable Cities
Discover which Illinois city finished high on MoneyGeek's recent survey of the safest and most affordable cities in the U.S. This city is also home to the best hole-in-the-wall breakfast place in America.
One of America’s Best Hole-in-the-Wall Burger Joints is in Illinois
This tiny joint makes one of America's best burgers. Their reviews are outstanding. Their burgers are huge and best of all, their prices are fantastic.
Illinois’ Cicada Invasion Could Trigger an Enormous STD Outbreak
Billions of cicadas will be covering the entire state of Illinois this spring. Two periodic broods will emerge together and mate for the first time in over 200 years. You'll find eggs laid on wood surfaces and trees everywhere. Also, discover the sexually transmitted pathogen that turns male cicadas into sex-driven zombies.
Leave Illinois Behind And Live In a $2,000,000 Underground Bunker
Forget leaving Illinois for the coast. Be ready for the end of the world with the ultimate in personal safety, a 10,000-square-foot modernized underground bunker.
Cave-in-Rock Illinois the Hideout For America’s First Serial Killers
Their murders were violent and numerous and seemingly without motive. Take a look inside the infamous Harpe Brothers' Illinois hideout.
Two Illinois Cities Rank Amongst 20 Most Dangerous In America
Too many rapes, murders, armed robberies, aggravated assaults, and other violent crimes are why 2 Illinois cities rank amongst the 20 most dangerous in the country.
49 Best Companies To Work For In Illinois, Says Forbes
Discover the top companies to work for in Illinois according to Forbes' latest rankings. Illinois shines in the top 3 of midsized companies nationwide.
In Illinois It’s Illegal To Toss These 9 Things in Your Garbage
Do you know all the items that you cannot put in your regular garbage cans at the curb for pickup? In Illinois, it is illegal to throw these items away.
Colleges Are Switching To ‘No-Loan’ Policies Including One In Illinois
There's a college affordability crisis in America. Over 20 schools now have 'no-loan' policies, eliminating student loans. So far, only one Illinois school has switched.
Illinois Missing Children 2023
Illinois authorities are asking for your help finding these missing children. Please take a moment to check the entire list for anyone you may recognize.
Winter Storm Warning Illinois Residents Over 45 Should See
Now is the most important time to be aware of this serious winter weather health warning. The 'perfect storm' for a heart attack is here.