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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Here’s How Much The Average Illinoisan Spends On Fast Food Yearly
Maybe you've never totaled up your annual spending at Illinois' fast food restaurants, but would you be surprised to learn that in several states the amount spent is equal to a car payment per month?
These Illinois School Districts Pay Teachers Up To And Over 100K
Illinois is one best states in the country for teacher salaries, with one Illinois school district being highlighted as the best place to teach, another Illinois school district grabbing the #2 spot, and yet a third district being named the 3rd best place to teach in America.
Ice Cream Sold In Illinois And 19 States Recalled Due To Listeria
It's been awhile since we've had a multi-state food recall, but we've certainly got one now. Residents of Illinois and 19 other states need to check those freezers because listeria is not something to mess with.
Illinois Residents: Do You Shower Or Not During A Thunderstorm?
Let's get this settled once and for all. The question isn't whether or not it's dangerous to shower or bathe when there's lightning going on, the question is do you still go ahead and shower/bathe anyway?
Scam: Illinois Residents Getting Phony Letters From “The IRS”
You've probably heard that when the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) decides to make contact with you, they'll never call, email, or text. They'll reach out only via a letter, which is how you know they're legit. Now, it seems scammers know that you know that, so they're switching tactics.
Illinois Still Gets Another Supermoon & Meteor Showers This Month
We just experienced the Sturgeon Supermoon on August 1st, but the skies over Illinois aren't even close to being done putting on a show this month. Still to come are the Perseid Meteor Showers and a Full Blue Moon before we move into September.
Illinois’ Secretary Of State Is Making Changes At The DMV
This may be surprising to learn, but apparently people here in Illinois have gotten fed up with long wait times when they visit the Illinois Secretary of State's driving facilities (or, DMV). Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is going to be changing things around to address those concerns.
Saturday Is “Unplug Illinois” Day…So, Do You Think You Can Do It?
It's time once again to consider what your life might be like if you weren't constantly checking your devices for....well, whatever you keep checking your devices for. Unplug Illinois Day is all about dialing back our technology addictions.
Illinois Has Lots Of Geese, But Can You Eat Their Eggs?
With egg prices skyrocketing off the charts, it's understandable that some of us might be looking for an alternative to the beloved chicken egg. I don't see many ducks, quail, ostriches, or emus around here, but we do have plenty of geese in Illinois who, besides pooping literally everywhere, do lay eggs.
This Is The Single Best Selling Item In Illinois Grocery Stores
We've looked at some of the most expensive grocery items, the most stolen grocery items, and even the hardest to find grocery store items. Today, it's the best-selling grocery store item, and there's every chance you've got some at home (or just ran out, and are heading to the store for more).