Lil Zim

Meet Shannon Zimmerman, aka, Lil Zim; Q98.5’s own crafting queen, animal lover, chocolate aficionado, and country music enthusiast who has been helping you start your day since 2010 and stands at a whopping 5 feet 2 inches tall. (hence the nickname). Off the mic, Shannon is a devoted mom to two daughters, three dogs, and a cat. She loves her hometown of Rockford, Illinois, raising awareness for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and writing about and reading true-crime stories.

Illinois Parents, How Cold Is Too Cold for Kids Outdoors?

Have you ever wondered what health officials say is too cold for kids to play outside?

Experience the Surprising Joy of Hot Tub Cruises this Winter in Illinois!

Typically the words "hot tub" , "cruise" , and "winter" might not go together, but in Chicago those words combine for a unique experience you won't want to miss.

Are You Sharing Scams? Illinois Police Sound Alarm on Fake Facebook Posts

The next time you see a heartbreaking post about a missing child or pet on social media, there are a few important things to look for before you hit the 'share'.

Why You Hear Planes More Clearly in Illinois During the Winter Months

Have you ever noticed that airplanes sound way louder during the winter in Illinois? It’s not just your imagination, there’s actual science to prove it.

5 Essential Survival Tips for a Harsh Winter in Illinois

Surviving winter in Illinois requires following five unwritten rules that every resident and visitor needs to know about.

Illinois Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Urgently Needs Help to Keep Animals Warm This Winter

Hoo Haven Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center in Durand, Illinois desperately needs help to continue saving animals.

Wisconsin’s Top 4 Frozen Escapes You Can’t Miss This Winter

When cabin fever starts sniffing at your door this winter, pack up the car, grab the family, and check out these gorgeous frozen wonderlands in Wisconsin.

How ‘Scam Goddess’ Exposes the Twisted Truth Behind Dixon’s Biggest Scandal

One of Illinois' most infamous embezzlers is spotlighted on a new Freeform show called 'Scam Goddess'.

5 Gifts You Should Never Buy Illinois Women for Valentine’s Day

If you want to shower the woman in your life with romance, never, and I repeat never, buy her any of these 5 things...unless she specifically asks for them.

Phantom Cars and Ghostly Children: The Chilling Secrets of One Haunted Road in Wisconsin

Weary Road in Evansville, Wisconsin is often considered one of the state's most legendary roads, probably because many people claim it's extremely haunted.