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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Chicago’s Brookfield Zoo Adds Summer Concert Series For 90th Anniversary
Brookfield Zoo in Illinois is celebrating its 90th Anniversary with a spectacular lineup of events! From a new Ferris wheel to new exhibits, concerts and more.
Illinois DNR Says Popular Hiking State Park Could Get a New Name
As talks around renaming Starved Rock State Park continue, the Illinois DNR emphasizes the importance of concerns raised by Tribal Nations and Indigenous groups.
Illinois Bill Could End Ridiculously High Auto Insurance Rates
Auto insurance premiums are evolving in Illinois, a new bill challenges discriminatory data use by insurers. Your driving habits could soon dictate your rates.
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.
Popular Chicago Joint Inducted Into Vienna Beef Hot Dog Hall of Fame
Discover the iconic Chicago-style hot dog at Redhot Ranch's 35th Street Hot Dogs, a Vienna Beef Hot Dog Hall of Fame inductee. Plus, mouthwatering smash burgers.
Illinois Costco Free Sample Secrets Your Kids Shouldn’t Know
Uncover Costco's free sample secrets: from the financial benefits to the psychological impact on customers. See the strategy behind the beloved marketing tactic.
[UPDATE] Final Headliner Announced for 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 the final headliner.
Bug-Cooking Chef Says Illinois Residents Should Eat Cicadas
Join the culinary trend sweeping Illinois as Chef Joseph Yoon suggests adding cicadas to your stir fry, tempura, kimchi, and desserts with the billions emerging.
10 Largest Roadside Attractions in Illinois Are Road Trip Goals
To discover the largest and tallest roadside attractions in Illinois, your trip will take you from Chicago down to the southernmost parts of the state. The list includes Guinness record-breakers and two of the tallest symbols of love in the world.
Chicago’s Best Italian Beef Joint is Coming to the Rockford Area
One of Chicago's best Italian beefs is coming to Loves Park, Illinois.. Buona Beef will soon open a new location with a special rainbow ice cream surprise.