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Teacher of the Week: Mrs. Englekes from Jean McNair Elementary
Congratulations to 97ZOK's latest Teacher of the Week, Mrs. Englekes from Jean McNair Elementary in Winnebago.
Kanye West's 'Sunday Service' Coming To Chicago This Weekend
Kanye West's Sunday Service was so popular the first time he's doing it again.
Sixteen Candles Called Illinois' Most Popular Romantic Comedy
Confusing times for people who want to settle in and watch a romantic comedy for Valentine's Day.
You Can Now Top A Roscoe Hardee's Sandwich With Fried Cheese
The giant wheel of fried cheese is perfect for those who think "this sandwich isn't quite unhealthy enough."
Bears Trubisky Ranked As One Of The Worst Starting QBs In The NFL
This is kind of like kicking a man when he's down but Mitchell Trubisky was pretty much named the worst starting quarterback in the NFL.
Illinois' Most Popular Romantic Comedy of the Century
There's no doubt, The 40-Year-Old Virgin is hilarious, but did you know it was also considered a romantic comedy?
Mama Mia! A New Burger Just Got Added To Lucy's In Beloit
A brand new burger just got added to menus at one of the best burger restaurants in the midwest, Lucy's #7 Burger Bar.
Basset Hound Convention Coming To Rockford
The Basset Hound Club of America is bringing its show to Rockford in 2020.
Oscar Winning Parasite Has A Chicago Mention That’s Gone Viral
If you haven't seen Parasite yet, do yourself a favor and check it out.
Wisconsin & Illinois Residents Have The Best Teeth In the US
A new study shows folks in the midwest do a real nice job of taking care of their teeth.
See Justin Bieber In Chicago At Soldier Field
Justin Bieber just dropped his new song, "Intentions" and by next Friday you could be on your way to see him in Chicago.
Harlem Grad Booted From Ellen's Game Show After Golden Girls Flub
When the internet is calling you out for not knowing the lyrics to the "greatest theme song ever" you know you messed up.
No One Successfully Makes Illinois' 'Most Popular Family Recipe'
Maybe Family Minded believes a "family recipe" constitutes a thing that tastes best coming from a restaurant?
Brand New Gas Tax Could Hit Rockford Soon
Gas prices have already gone up in Illinois and now Rockford could levy another one on customers soon.
A Ned Flanders Inspired Metal Band Is Playing A Show In Chicago
If you're a Simpsons fan, then you're probably interested in seeing a band inspired by the world's best neighbor, Ned Flanders.
Two Of America's Richest Towns Are Just A Few Hours From Rockford
Apparently, a few of the richest towns in America are not more than a few hours from Rockford.
A Rockford TV Station Is Changing Frequency
In order to make room for new 5G and other mobile broadband services, one Rockford TV station is changing frequency.
Illinois' Most Popular Brewery Announced
Illinois' most popular brewery is also one of the most popular in the entire country according to a new study.
Byron To Get New $1M Riverfront Park
A huge grant from the state of Illinois is aiding the Byron area's plans to build a new $1 million riverfront park.
Hallmark Closing Stores Across The US And A Few Near Rockford
Apparently doing big business on the TV movie side isn't helping Hallmark's actual stores.