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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[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.
Many Illinois Shopping Malls Are Closing, One Is Thriving
Discover why 2 popular Illinois malls, Spring Hill and Stratford Square, recently closed. Learn how Woodfield and Outlet Malls stand out as thriving exceptions.
Heinz Now Tempting Illinoisans To Put Ketchup on Their Chicago Dogs
Living in Illinois comes with some unwritten rules that need to be followed. This is why you'll be asked to leave if you ask for ketchup before eating your Chicago dog. Heinz is here to rescue your dog is you MUST have ketchup.
Rockford Community Honors Jason Jenkins with GoFundMe for Twin Brother
The tragedy that shocked Rockford, 18-year-old Jason Jenkins dies in a racially motivated stabbing. A college GoFundMe has been started for Jason's twin, Jasper.
Here’s the Next Illinois Shopping Mall Closing Its Doors Forever
Changing consumer behavior is impacting malls in Illinois, with many struggling to stay open. Stratford Square Mall in Bloomingdale is the latest mall to close.
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.
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.