Mark Hespen

Current co-host of the “Mornings with Mark and Sam” show on 97.9 KICK-FM. Mark is a graduate of the Conservatory at The Second City in Chicago and holds a degree in Acting from Northern Illinois University. Mark is also the host of “On the Mark”, an hour of honest sports talk every Saturday morning on News Talk 1070 KHMO-Am. His love for sports followed him from Chicago never missing an opportunity to watch the Bears, Bulls, Cubs, or Hawks. In 2022, Mark received the Missouri Broadcasting Award for Best Sports Personality Small Market. Mark enjoys time with his wife and family, history, and random facts. You can connect with Mark on Twitter @MarkHespen

Get ready Illinois, the New McDonald’s $5 Meal is Coming Soon!

We have all been complaining for years that fast food prices are getting too high, McDonald's heard our cries and is ready to launch a new $5 value meal, here is what you can expect when it comes to a McDonald's near you...

Gas will Guaranteed get More Expensive in Illinois this July

If you are planning a summer road trip, try to fill up outside of the Land of Lincoln if you need to save money, once again, gas is on the rise in Illinois. Here are the details on how much you'll be paying starting July 1st...

Illinois is spending $41 BILLION on a “Transportation Upgrade”

Every county in the Land of Lincoln will see a part of the $41 billion that the leaders of Illinois have dedicated to what they call a "Transportation Upgrade." So what exactly is this upgrade?

How many Games will the Chicago Bears Win in 2024/2025?

The NFL released every team's schedule for the 2024/2025 season, can the Bears win double-digit games and make it to the playoffs? Let's break down their season week by week...

Experts Claim Illinois is a Top State for Working Dads

Father's Day is this Sunday and if you are a working dad looking for things like a better work-life balance, great childcare for your kids, and more, the experts say you should consider moving to the Land of Lincoln! Here are the details...

Experts claim Illinois is NOT Prepared for a Major Disaster

You hope when you go to the polls and vote for the people to lead your state that they have the ability to keep you safe. Well, according to a new ranking it appears the leaders in the Land of Lincoln are not prepared for a major disaster to hit the state, here are the concerning details...

Why has the FBI set up a New “Command Center” in Illinois?

According to major news outlets the FBI has set up a new command center in the Land of Lincoln, should you be concerned? Here is what we know so far...

Is the End Near for the Chicago Blackhawks Logo and Name?

People have tried to get the Chicago Blackhawks to change their name and logo for years. But this latest criticism of the name and logo could force the hand of Chicago's NHL team to actually make a change, here are the details...

Yelp claims one of the BEST Lasagnas in the US is in Missouri

Garfield is back, and if you are craving lasagna after watching America's Favorite Orange Cat at the movie theatre, then you need to head to this legendary Italian restaurant in the Show-Me State!

Illinois will Spend MILLIONS to put Migrants in Permanent Homes

Part of the new $53 BILLION budget that the governor of Illinois signed for 2025 includes hundreds of millions of dollars to put illegal migrants into permanent homes in the Land of Lincoln, here are the details...