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.
Steve Shannon
Chicago’s Brookfield Zoo Adds Summer Concert Series For 90th Anniversary
Brookfield Zoo in Illinois is celebrating its 90th Anniversary with a spectacular lineup of events! From a new Ferris wheel to new exhibits, concerts and more.
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.
[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.
Check Out 5 Biggest Reservoirs in the State of Illinois
There are over 1,000 reservoirs throughout Illinois, of all sizes. Here are the biggest in the state including the largest man-made lake in Illinois.
Chicago’s Wrigley Field Concert Line Up for Summer 2024
The summer of 2024 in Illinois! Chicago Cubs baseball and live music inside the friendly confines of the iconic Wrigley Field and outdoor concert venue.
World Famous Illinois Groundhog Day Festival with Very Special Guest
No other place in the world celebrates Groundhog Day like this small Illinois town. This year, don't miss Woodstock Willie plus the state's most famous meteorologist.
Illinois’ Worst Drivers Are In These 3 Car Brands
A new survey found which car brands on Illinois roads have the worst drivers behind the wheel, Including auto brands with the most accidents and DUIs.
Illinois Missing Children 2023
Illinois authorities are asking for your help finding these missing children. Please take a moment to check the entire list for anyone you may recognize.
Only One Legal Way To Have Christmas Lights On Your Car In Illinois
I saw a Jeep wrapped in beautiful blue Christmas lights last night. The lights looked great but I wondered if that's legal in Illinois. Here's what I found out.
Is Odd Dome Home For Sale in Illinois Proof of Alien Existence?
This is a 'must-see' property in the town of Somonauk, Illinois. As of the 2020 census, the human population was 1,786, but I want to know who lived here.