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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Walmart Is Offering Free Thanksgiving Dinner
With millions of Americans suffering financially due to the pandemic, it's nice to see partnerships develop with the goal of helping people through this mess.
Sleep Experts Say People Are Crankier After Fall Time Change
As strange as it may sound, a new study says that we're pretty angry right after we "fall back." A lot angrier than when we "spring forward."
Uber Adds Policy Requiring “Mask Selfies” For Some Riders
Uber has required both riders and drivers to wear masks since May, and while the company says that most people have followed the rules, there have been plenty of refusals, too.
Noah’s Ark Water Park Closing For 2020 Due To COVID-19
The water park closed until further notice on August 1st after two employees tested positive for COVID-19. Now, the plug's been pulled for the rest of the year.
Iowa Becomes The 1st State To Legalize Cocktails-To-Go
House File 2540 passed the Iowa Senate 44-4 and passed the Iowa House unanimously (96-0) over the weekend. Governor Kim Richards signed the bill into law on Monday.
Lake Of The Ozarks Viral Video Prompts Travel Advisory
A bunch of videos appeared on social media showing hundreds of people packed in swimming pools and summer venues in Lake of the Ozarks, many not wearing facemasks or adhering to social distancing.
Lyft Launches “Wait and Save” Option For Pandemic
"Wait & Save" rides will cost less than a standard Lyft ride, and in exchange, riders will wait between 5 and 40 minutes to be picked up.
Here’s How You Track Your Stimulus Check
The IRS tweeted over the weekend that the first of the stimulus checks were being deposited into bank accounts. So, where's yours?
McDonald’s Is Donating 1 Million N95 Masks In Illinois
Of the one million masks, 750K will be distributed in Chicago, where the company's global headquarters is located, and another 250K will go to the rest of the state.
Mexico To Stop Making Corona Beer
Mexico’s Grupo Modelo, whose brands also include Pacifico and Modelo, said the suspension will take effect on Sunday.