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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One Of America’s Best B & B’s is in Galena and It’s Marijuana-Friendly
In a town filled with much joy to experience, this cannabis-friendly bed & breakfast is just perfect. Located in Galena, one of Illinois' most beautiful towns.
Families Have Brand New Way to Explore Belvidere’s Summerfield Zoo
Exciting updates await at Summerfield Zoo in Belvidere, Illinois for the upcoming 2024 season! Witness the wonders of nature. Plan your visit for family fun!
3 Reasons Illinois Dubbed ‘Most Hated’ State in America
Discover the surprising results of a study ranking Illinois as the most hated state in America. You'll also see the three factors that contributed to it.
Famous Actor Spotted Hanging Out Around Galena, Illinois
Discover the buzz around FX's hit show 'The Bear', as lead actor Jeremy Allen White is spotted in Galena, Illinois. Is a Galena-themed episode be in the works?
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.
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.
9 Hilarious Comments About Latest Scary Sinkhole In Illinois
Do you have a fear of sinkholes? In Illinois, sinkholes don't happen as often as they appear in Florida, but when we do, they're huge. People are reacting to a sinkhole that has closed down Illinois 185 between Hillsboro and Coffeen.
[UPDATE] 5 Chain Restaurants We Want to Come to Rockford
Excitement brews in Rockford as Buona Beef, Rainbow Cone, and Raising Canes prepare to open. Residents are voicing their wishlist for other chains to open here.
Tiny Illinois Town Made Guinness Book of World Records 12 Times
Uncover the remarkable story of Casey, IL, a small town with a big reputation, boasting an impressive 12 Guinness World Records for creating oversized objects like a giant mailbox and truck key.
Smash Burger Fans Say This is One of The Best in Illinois
These juicy, caramelized, beefy, asymmetrical burgers are some of the best you'll eat. Fans say these beat everybody, and with fries, it's only seven bucks.