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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NUT vs WIENER: The Illinois Teen Guide to Epic Summer Jobs
Drive into summer with a unique job opportunity! Illinois teens can steer the iconic Wienermobile or NUTmobile and become BBQ legends or pun-slinging Peanutters.
3 Best Ways to Reheat Your Iconic Illinois Deep-Dish Pizza
Finishing an entire deep-dish pizza at one time is a big task. The beautiful part is having more to enjoy the next day, but not if you don't reheat it properly. Don't destroy your beautiful leftover pizza masterpiece, try one of these reheating methods.
9 Things Illinois Women Really Want From Their Man on Valentine’s Day
Illinois women just proved that the best Valentine's Day gifts are absolutely free. Every man needs to know this information because the perfect gift is NOT found in a store.
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.
Hidden Gem Alert: Illinois Spot Crowned Best Hole-In-The-Wall
Discovering a hidden gem is one of life’s simplest joys, especially when it involves unforgettable food. Illinois is full of dining treasures, but some spots go beyond expectations to deliver an authentic, no-frills experience.
12 Things People of Illinois Hate About Illinois
We are Illinoisans. We may give each other the stink eye for various reasons, but I think we are all together on hating these things about Illinois.
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.
World’s Largest Holiday Pub Crawl is This Weekend in Chicago
The holidays are here, and if you’re looking for an excuse to break out your most ridiculous Christmas onesie, TBOX 2024 has you covered. This Saturday, December 14th, Wrigleyville transforms into a festive wonderland for the world’s largest holiday pub crawl—complete with costumes, beer, and even Cap’n Crunch for breakfast.
ILLINOIS PARENTS: 40+ Genius Elf on the Shelf Ideas to Survive December
Ah, the Elf on the Shelf: the adorable holiday tradition that started as a fun way to get kids excited about Christmas and has now become an Olympic-level parenting event. Congratulations! You’re in the final stretch of orchestrating tiny toy drama at 11:57 p.m. while everyone else sleeps. If your creativity is running on fumes (or you’re already regretting agreeing to this madness), we’ve got some ideas to save you.
Apparently, Illinois’ Best Donut is Actually an Ice Cream Sandwich and I Want One Now!
When it comes to indulgent desserts, Illinois takes the cake—or in this case, the donut. You're about to discover the home to some of the most creative and drool-worthy treats, including a certain donut ice cream sandwich that's gained legendary status.