Riley O'Neil has logged more hours behind a microphone than any other Rockford radio personality, starting out with his hiring at WROK in February of 1983. He’s also the longest-tenured morning show host in WROK's 100-year history, with 22 years as the host of the WROK Morning Show. He’s a multi award-winning commercial producer, voice-over artist, and much sought after product and service endorser for multiple local businesses. In addition to hosting the WROK Morning Show with Joe Dredge, Riley also writes for 1440WROK.com, covering everything from Illinois' best local restaurants, to some of the wildest and funniest things Illinois residents have gotten themselves into, and everything in-between.
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Springtime’s Bug Time In Illinois: Here Are The Deadliest We Have
Say what you want about Illinois' frigid, snowy winters, but one thing is for certain: we're pretty much bug free from November to March. However, with this unseasonably warm weather we've been enjoying, the creepy-crawlies will be out and about sooner than usual. Let's look at the deadliest bugs we have in Illinois right before we see them in person.
Popular Steakhouse Is Closing 40 Locations Including Illinois
Yet another popular dining spot is having some struggles at various locations throughout the country, including right here in Illinois. The full list and locations of all possible closures hasn't been released yet, but one Illinois location has already closed its doors permanently.
What Would Happen If Illinois Stopped Clock Changing 2X Per Year?
Sunday, March 10th is the day we change our clocks to spring forward, then on Sunday, November 3rd we do it all over again and fall back. Changing our clocks twice per year has an approval rating that's even lower than Congress, so what would happen if we said "no more!" and stopped the practice entirely?
3 Of The Hottest Housing Markets In The U.S. Are Here In Illinois
Prices and interest rates are so high in some places of the country that houses sit on the market for months, while in places like these 3 spots in Illinois, houses are less expensive and are sold pretty quickly.
Illinois Postal Thieves Caught With Garbage Bags Full Of Mail
Maybe it's just me, but I love finding my mailbox empty, or nearly empty, because that's a day with no bills. That scenario doesn't happen very often, because if it did I might think something was going on.
Weather Channel Says Early Spring, Warmer Temps For Illinois
If you've lived in Illinois long enough, you're probably really enjoying the mild February temperatures...and you keep wondering when winter will remember it's still winter and hit us with more cold and ice. It turns out that being optimistic that spring is starting early isn't such a bad idea after all, because it looks like it will.
Drinking In Illinois: Where Are Booze Sales Banned In The State?
There are still multiple places throughout the country where you'll find "dry" cities, towns, and counties, even though Prohibition ended almost 91 years ago. Assuming that you wanted to bend an elbow and have a drink everywhere in Illinois, are there any spots that will tell you no?
Applesauce Sold In Illinois Recalled Due To High Lead Levels
Over the last week to ten days, the number of children affected by very high levels of lead in certain cinnamon applesauce pouches has grown to include 422 cases in 44 states including Illinois.
Illinois Covid-19 Guidelines: These Changes May Be Coming Soon
If you were to ask several people what the current guidelines are in Illinois for people who test positive for Covid-19, you would probably get several different opinions. Do I isolate? How long do I isolate? When can I go back to work or school? Do I stay home for a week? 2 weeks? Let's see if we can sort this out, and take a look at some potential changes coming.
Illinois Uber, Lyft, DoorDash Drivers May Strike On Valentine’s
On a day when lots and lots of people are ordering food delivery or needing rides for themselves and their date, some ride share drivers and food delivery drivers in Illinois might be taking an unauthorized day off.