Current co-host of the “Mornings with Mark and Sam” show on 97.9 KICK-FM. Mark is a graduate of the Conservatory at The Second City in Chicago and holds a degree in Acting from Northern Illinois University. Mark is also the host of “On the Mark”, an hour of honest sports talk every Saturday morning on News Talk 1070 KHMO-Am. His love for sports followed him from Chicago never missing an opportunity to watch the Bears, Bulls, Cubs, or Hawks. In 2022, Mark received the Missouri Broadcasting Award for Best Sports Personality Small Market. Mark enjoys time with his wife and family, history, and random facts. You can connect with Mark on Twitter @MarkHespen
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BREAKING: A Legendary Illinois Business Files for Bankruptcy
A sad day here in the Land of Lincoln, as a legendary business in Illinois is filing for bankruptcy. What does this mean for the workers and the customers who love going to this business? Here is what we know so far...
How can you protect yourself against “Squatters” in Illinois?
Squatters are people who go into people's homes and take them for themselves, it's a growing trend on social media, and you need to be prepared to deal with this problem. Here is what the law says about "squatters" in the Land of Lincoln
New Tourist Attraction is opening March 1st in Chicago, Illinois
Flyover the Windy City starting March, 1st 2024, here are the details you need to know about the brand new tourist attraction opening in Chicago this March.
Should the “Odor” of Weed Lead to a Vehicle Search in Illinois?
The Illinois Supreme Court will have to answer that very question. The debate rages on since marijuana became legalized in the Land of Lincoln, should a police officer be allowed to search your vehicle based on smelling weed during a traffic stop? Here are the details...
Where is Illinois on the Best States to Raise a Family List?
Illinois is a state that is troubled in many ways and losing population, so where do you think Illinois lands on the list of the Best States to Raise a Family, the answer may shock you...
A New Illinois Law Protects People are Not Paying their Bills
The law, starting on January 1st, will protect people overdue on bills from having utilities turned off during certain situations. Landlords will have to pay close attention to all of these new rule changes that impact them, here are the details...
Here is the Best Cup of Hot Chocolate in Illinois
If you are looking for the ultimate cold weather treat, then you need to check out Katherine Anne Confections, it is home to the best hot cocoa in the Land of Lincoln!
The new home crisis in Illinois is officially the Worst in the US
The numbers are out and the data shows that the new housing market in Illinois is officially in crisis mode. Here is everything you need to know about the alarming numbers in the Land of Lincoln...
Changes are coming in 2024 to Paid Leave for workers in Illinois
The new year is bringing new laws to the Land of Lincoln, and one of the most important changes coming in 2024 has to do with your paid leave, here is what you need to know!
A Lobster Restaurant from Maine is Expanding to Illinois
A famous Maine lobster restaurant is building multiple locations in Illinois and bringing 5 food trucks to the Land of Lincoln. Here are the details...