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
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.
Illinois Hosta Lovers: Best Tips for Splitting These Popular Plants
Easy-to-grow hostas are in most Illinois yards. Experts say they should be divided and replanted every few years; here are the best ways to do it and when.
Best Time to Visit Illinois’ Tallest Waterfall, It’s Over 100 Feet Tall
There are beautiful waterfalls throughout Illinois but none like this. At over 100 feet tall, there's something uniquely picturesque about this waterfall.
Heartwarming Letter Every Mom of a 14-Year-Old Boy Dreams of Receiving
An Illinois teacher was nominated for a special honor by her teenage son. The letter he wrote brought tears to the eyes of everyone in the room.
Tiny Illinois Diner Big Messy and Tasty Burgers Will Change Your Life
When you're so hungry for a burger you dream up the wildest ingredients to put between those buns. This little diner is those dreams. Unbelievable!
Illinois Parents Share Funny School Drop-Off Line Pet Peeves
What frustrates you most when dropping your child off at school? These parents shared hilarious stories of the mornings their kids learned how to swear.
New Laws for Illinois in 2023 That Affect All Drivers
A brand new year means many brand new laws. These are the four new laws that affect Illinois drivers of ALL ages.
Think You Can Handle One of the Most Dangerous Hikes in Illinois?
There are leisure hikes, sight-seeing hikes and hikes you go on for a little bit of exercise. This twelve-mile hike is none of those. It's not for the beginner.
Illinois Costco Shoppers! Can You Please Start Doing These 6 Things
This whole thing began with a sentence that went something like (edited) "Don't even get me started on these aggravating people shopping at Costco."
Illinois Family’s Brilliant ‘Stranger Things’ Halloween Illusion Has the Internet Stumped
TikTok users' level of frustration over how this family pulled off this Stranger Things Halloween decoration is at a high level. How do you think they did this?