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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Exciting Changes for 2024 Season at Six Flags Great America in Illinois
The thrills at one of America's greatest theme parks begin April 20th. The off-season was filled with changes at Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, Illinois.
Illinois Chicken Finger Lovers: How To Make Raising Cane’s Sauce
Anticipation builds in Rockford as Raising Canes Chicken Fingers announces a new location. Discover how to easily make their sauce at home with 4 ingredients.
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.
Chicago’s Wrigley Field Concert Line Up for Summer 2024
The summer of 2024 in Illinois! Chicago Cubs baseball and live music inside the friendly confines of the iconic Wrigley Field and outdoor concert venue.
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.
5 Most Expensive Places to Live In Illinois
Did you know the most expensive cities to live in Illinois are all Chicago suburbs? Take a look at the five that top the list.
Have You Seen the Most Famous Hole In Illinois?
The hottest tourist attraction in Illinois is a hole in Chicago. It's not a golf hole, it's a hole in a sidewalk. How the hole got there is the best thing you'll see today.
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.
LOOK! The 170 Assault Weapons Banned In Illinois
Illinois bans the sale and possession of firearms defined as “assault weapons” as well as .50 caliber rifles, cartridges, and high-capacity magazines.
10 Most Dangerous Fugitives On The Run In Illinois Right Now
The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) has listed these armed and dangerous fugitives as the state's most wanted criminals.
Rare (and Creepy) Toys Found In Abandoned Illinois Mansion
A wealthy Barrington Hills, Illinois toy collector, a death, and a multi-million dollar mansion filled with vintage toys, all of it left behind.
Pasta Lovers! Apparently This is the Best Italian Restaurant in Illinois
A new ranking reveals the best Italian restaurant in each state and this Chicago spot was named the Best Italian Restaurant in Illinois.