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Illinois Fans of 'The Bear': Here's Your Chance to Be an Extra
Have you ever watched The Bear and thought, "I could totally survive in that kitchen—at least as a background character"? Well, now's your chance to prove it.

Rockford Teacher Praised for Being a Beacon Of Love and Support
Meet Ms. Stephanie Berg, the exceptional Resource teacher at Summerdale Early Childhood Center in Rockford. 97ZOK's Teacher of the Week is being honored for her selfless dedication to students and staff.

Steve Shannon's Top 5 Best Super Bowl Halftime Shows
The NFL's biggest game of the year is also the biggest concert of the year. The halftime gig is as big as it gets, and these 5 shows were as good as it gets.

What Rockford Wants: The 6 Things Locals Say We Need More Of
Rockford, you spoke, and we listened. Well, we read the Facebook comments, counted the likes, and now we’re here to talk about the things you think would make our city even better.

9 Last-Minute Valentine’s Gifts from Casey’s
So, you forgot Valentine's Day. Again. But don’t worry, Bro, because nothing says "I definitely planned this" like a quick trip to Casey’s.

Escape to Nearby Secret Town Known As The 'Wisconsin Desert'
When you think of Wisconsin, you probably picture rolling dairy farms, deep green forests, or a tailgate spread worthy of a Lambeau Field parking lot. But what if I told you there’s an actual desert tucked away just 40 miles west of Madison?

One of America’s Most Romantic Restaurants Is Hiding in Wisconsin
If your idea of romance usually involves drive-thru fries and a minivan full of tiny backseat critics, it's time for an upgrade. OpenTable just dropped its 2025 list of the Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America, and a Wisconsin gem made the cut.