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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Rare Twice-a-Year Natural Event is About to Light Up Chicago Skies
Mark your calendars for Chicagohenge on March 19th, a captivating display of urban beauty as the sun aligns with Chicago's street grid.
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.
[UPDATE] Over 100 Human Bones Found in Case of Two Illinois Men Who Disappeared in 1976
Delve into the intriguing cold case of Everett Hawley and Clarence Owens, missing since 1976, with their car finally found in the Pecatonica River. Discover the mysterious events of their trip and the recent developments reigniting the investigation.
[UPDATE] Cicada Numbers In Illinois Will Be Enormous And Disgusting
This spring, we will see the largest number of cicadas popping out of the ground in over two centuries. A newly published map shows no other state will see as many as Illinois.
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.
5 Best Illinois Places To Boost Your Serotonin Levels
Enhance your well-being by getting outside. Discover the positive impact of sunshine on your mood at Illinois' top spots for boosting serotonin naturally.
[UPDATE] 2 More Headliners Added to Milwaukee’s Summerfest 2024 Lineup
The world's largest music festival in Milwaukee, Summerfest, dropped the headlining acts already booked for 2024 and JUST ANNOUNCED another popular act coming.
It’s Hard to Top the 19 Stupidest Parking Jobs in Illinois
Discover why Illinois, particularly Rockford, has earned a reputation for having some of the worst drivers in the US, according to a recent Forbes study.
5 Chain Restaurants We Would LOVE To See Come to Rockford
Rockford's food scene is about to get a makeover with the upcoming openings of Buona Beef and Rainbow Cone. Dive into the rest of our culinary wishlist.
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.