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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New Livability Study Names 4 Illinois Cities Among Best In US
A brand new 'best places to live' study tried a different approach to ranking the places to best build a family, create your dream career, and live a meaningful life. Discover which four Illinois cities made the Best 100 list.
10 Things Illinois Mega Millions and Powerball Players Should Know
Discover what winning a billion-dollar Illinois Lottery jackpot really means. The experts share what to know about massive Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots.
Roscoe Student Honors His Teacher’s Kind Soul In Touching Letter
Meet Chad McLarty, 97ZOk's Teacher of the Week at Roscoe Middle School, known for his exceptional teaching skills and genuine care for his students' well-being.
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.
[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.
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.
Illinois’ Cicada Invasion Could Trigger an Enormous STD Outbreak
Billions of cicadas will be covering the entire state of Illinois this spring. Two periodic broods will emerge together and mate for the first time in over 200 years. You'll find eggs laid on wood surfaces and trees everywhere. Also, discover the sexually transmitted pathogen that turns male cicadas into sex-driven zombies.
Those Balls of Leaves in Illinois Trees Are Not What You Think They Are
Have you ever mistaken those big balls of leaves in trees for bird nests? Learn the surprising truth about these structures called dreys, and what crafts them.
[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.
[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.