I have had the joy of being the first voice in many people's mornings for over 20 years at the greatest radio station in Rockford. Together with you we've raised thousands of dollars for those in need and helped change many lives. I get to live my dream every morning; making you feel better, making you smile, and all the laughs we've shared while playing great music. I wouldn't want to be doing anything else.
Steve Shannon
Sunnyside’s South Beloit Marijuana Dispensary is Here
You can start ordering online now and pick ups begin Saturday. Sunnyside's second location in northern Illinois has ribbon cutting planned for Monday, July 13.
IL Doctor Shares Ways to Help Kids Get Used to Wearing Face Masks
Illinois families will need to add face masks to school supply shopping lists. This pediatrician offers some strategies to help them adjust to wearing a mask.
Rockford’s Nicholas Conservatory Has Reopened with Carnivorous Plant Display
Bring your mask and watch these predatory plants in action. Nicholas Conservatory reopens July 9th with a brand new display.
Cubs Will Open The 2020 Season at Wrigley Against Brewers
We've gotten an inside look at the, 'not-to-be-releasd-until-Monday', MLB 2020 schedule and the Cubbies will begin the season at Wrigley Field.
Argument Over Masks Turned Physical at McHenry Home Depot
Two women argued over one of them not wearing a mask. The mask-less woman then said she's entitled to not wear one because she's a privileged white woman.
Kris Bryant Smacking Home Runs in an Empty Wrigley Field
This video is strange and beautiful, as one writer described KB's batting practice at Wrigley. The Cubs' new lead off man knocks a couple into the bleachers.
Cubs’ Jose Quintana Sliced Thumb Washing Dishes Now Out for Weeks
This is one fine way to kick off the MLB season. I guess I shouldn't be so surprised, it is 2020, after all.
City of Chicago Approves Fans on Wrigleyville Rooftops During Games
While we're still not sure exactly how Major League baseball will look, when it returns, there is a chance to be in attendance... sort of.
Rockford’s Old Time Pottery Store on East State. St. is Closing
This is a story that is being told nearly every day. Old Time Pottery has filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy and the Rockford store will be closing.
To Those Who Just Can’t Be Bothered with Wearing a Covid Mask
is it because you want to be free to make your own choices? You don't want to be a sheep? It won't be long before Covid-19 kills someone or something you love.