On this episode of Talk Line, host Brandon Clark chats with Scott and Marilyn Spangler about the Franklin Grove Area Historical Society's upcoming World War II reenactment in May, and how listeners can get involved.

On this episode of Talk Line, host Brandon Clark talks with Courtney Ligtenberg from the 1st National Bank in Amboy about private banking, and how they can help customers leverage those services to enhance their financial portfolio. 

On this episode of Talk Line, host Brandon Clark talks with Kim Ewoldsen from the Small Business Development Center at Sauk Valley Community College about the upcoming Coffee & Conversations event on March 19 and the wide range of resources the SBDC offers local entrepreneurs.

On this episode of Talk Line, host Brandon Clark chats with Illinois State Senator Li Arellano Jr. to break down the latest from Springfield. They discuss the governor’s recent State Budget Address, the future of the Chicago Bears amid stadium talks, and key committee deadlines.

Catch up on the week’s top McHenry County news in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you, for the week of March 1-7

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Catch up on the week’s top Will County news in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you, for the week of March 1-7

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On this episode of Talk Line, host Brandon Clark sits down with Clara Harris to talk about the latest programs, upcoming events and new developments from the Goodfellows of Lee County — and how the organization continues to make a difference for families across the community.

Catch up on the week’s top Sauk Valley news for March 1-7 in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you

On this episode of Talk Line, Dixon Park District Executive Director Duane Long shares updates on local parks, addresses questions about the potential sale of Park District property, and highlights their projects and programs across Dixon.

NFL free agency is set to start next week, and the Chicago Bears have different roster needs to address. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down what those needs are and whether they can address them next week

Annie from Shaw Local Radio interviewed Dr. Ed Monroe from A Lifetime of Smiles. February is Children's Dental Health Awareness month, and they talked about first visits, making a child comfortable with the dentist, preventative measures, and Invisalign versus braces

On this episode of Talk Line, host Brandon Clark and Discover Dixon's Lucas Pauley chat about the Best of Dixon nominations, Discover Dixon's March career fair, the Founder's Day event in April, City Market vendor applications and more. 

On this episode of Talk Line, Joan Padilla shares the upcoming March events from Home of Hope Cancer Wellness Center. 

Catch up on the week’s top Kankakee County news in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you, for the week of Feb. 22-28

Catch up on the week’s top Sauk Valley news for Feb. 22-28 in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you

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Catch up on the week’s top Illinois Valley news in minutes for Feb. 22-28. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you

Catch up on the week’s top McHenry County news in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you, for the week of Feb. 22-28

Catch up on the week’s top Kendall County news in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you, for the week of Feb. 22-28

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On this episode of Talk Line, Debbie Bay shares information on the upcoming Quad Cities Honor Flight's pancake breakfast. 

On this episode of Talk Line, David Northcutt of the Sterling Fire Department and Kyle Sommers of the Rock Falls Fire Department join the show to discuss the latest developments surrounding the area’s new burn tower.

On this episode of Talk Line, Greg Gates from the Reagan Mass Transit District stops in the studio with updates on construction at the RMTD Oregon office, a reminder to take advantage of Fare Free Fridays, details about the organization’s upcoming golf outing, and more.

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles and head coach Ben Johnson spoke in Indianapolis at the start of the NFL Combine. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar break down what they learned from the Bears at the combine

On this episode of Talk Line, Lauren Metzler shares the latest news from the Sauk Valley Voices of Recovery.

Catch up on the week’s top Sauk Valley news for Feb. 15-21 in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you

Catch up on the week’s top Kane County news in minutes. Listen to the week’s 5 most popular stories for Feb. 15-21, read aloud for you

Catch up on the week’s top Kendall County news in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you, for the week of Feb. 15-21

Catch up on the week’s top DeKalb County news in minutes for the week of Feb. 15-21. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you

Catch up on the week’s top McHenry County news in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you, for the week of Feb. 15-21

Catch up on the week’s top Will County news in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you, for the week of Feb. 15-21

Catch up on the week’s top Kankakee County news in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you, for the week of Feb. 15-21

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On this episode of Talk Line, Andy Jackson from Sinnissippi Centers chats with host Brandon Clark about the link between depression and heart disease and special college scholarships his organization is offering students seeking careers in the human services field.

The Chicago Bears will travel to Indianapolis for the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine next week as they progress through the offseason. Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar preview the combine and what they can learn from the Bears in Indianapolis, plus some stadium talk

As part of Shaw Local’s 2026 election coverage, we asked the candidates running for Will County sheriff to answer the same set of questions about public safety, leadership, and the future of the sheriff’s office. Now, you can listen to their responses anytime

On this episode of Talk Line, host Brandon Clark chats with Sam Kersey from the Rock Falls Chamber of Commerce about its upcoming 70th anniversary, Spring Bingo and April speed-networking events.

As part of Shaw Local’s 2026 election coverage, we asked the candidates running for Bureau County sheriff to answer the same set of questions about public safety, leadership, and the future of the sheriff’s office. Now, you can listen to their responses anytime

Catch up on the week’s top McHenry County news in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you, for the week of Feb. 8-14

Catch up on the week’s top DeKalb County news in minutes for the week of Feb. 8-14. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you

Catch up on the week’s top Illinois Valley news in minutes for Feb. 8-14. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you

Catch up on the week’s top Sauk Valley news for Feb. 8-14 in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you

Catch up on the week’s top Kane County news in minutes. Listen to the week’s 5 most popular stories for Feb. 8-14, read aloud for you

Catch up on the week’s top Will County news in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you, for the week of Feb. 8-14