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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No One Ever Sees Baby Pigeons In Illinois–Wanna Know Why?
Most of us get to see plenty of baby animals throughout the course of our lives, with puppies and kittens being the baby animals we're most likely to encounter. We also see baby horses, cows, goats, and ducks...but why do we never, ever see baby pigeons here in Illinois?
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.
Want Illinois’ Best Pie? Review Site Says This Is The One
Nearly everyone loves, or at least likes, a good piece of pie. Apple pie may be the favorite of the country as a whole, but a review site took a look at the amount of raves certain pies get here in Illinois, and they determined that one particular (and somewhat unusual) pie is the best in our state.
Target Recalls 4.9 Million Candles, Some Sold In Illinois
It's been a short while since we've had to tell you about a product recall, but when a major retailer recalls nearly 5 million of anything, it's a pretty big deal.
Fun Fact: Duct Tape Was Invented By An Illinois Mom During WWII
One of the most used and loved products in the world today was invented by an Illinois mother during World War II, who hoped to save soldiers lives on the battlefield, especially her own sons. When no one would listen to her, she decided to write a letter to the President of the United States. Spoiler alert: He listened to her.
Illinoisans Have The Best Chance Of Wild Animal Attack In Midwest
Having lived here my entire life, I have to wonder how is it that Illinois leads the Midwest, and a big portion of the entire country, in dangerous wildlife encounters.
Bagged Lettuce Shortage In Illinois? Here’s Why It’s Happening
Bagged lettuce and salads are the second fastest selling items in grocery stores, behind only bottled water. However, an unusual reason is keeping the country's number-one supplier of those products, Dole, from getting pre-packed lettuce and salads to grocery stores in Illinois and nationwide.
Wisconsin Idiot Kills Bald Eagle, Faces $100K Fine And Jail
When someone decides to do what an unknown person (at least for right now) in Wisconsin did earlier this month, shoot and mortally wound a bald eagle, my inability to comprehend why gets shoved aside and is replaced with good, old-fashioned anger.
Here’s How Christmas Lights Affect Your Illinois Power Bill
A study takes a look at the costs for running Christmas lights between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day, at an average of 7 hours per day.
Naperville Woman Takes 2nd Place In Nathan’s Hot Dog Contest
Naperville's Sara Rodriguez (pictured on the far right) ate more hot dogs in 10 minutes than Joe Dredge and I have eaten collectively in the last two years. Well, more than me, anyway.