Shannon Taylor

Multimedia Journalist at WREX-TV (Rockford, IL)

Featured in: Favicon

wrex.com

msn.com

wcnc.com

kvue.com

wltx.com

Articles

Freeport Opens New Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facility

3 weeks ago | wrex.com | Shannon Taylor

FREEPORT (WREX) -- Rosecrance in Freeport joins other facilities in Rockford branching out to reach more rural areas and expand services to people in the freeport area. Facility members say the preferred method of interaction is face-to-face, and this will continue with new programs like mental health out patient services, school based counselor for the school board district - working together with children in the area, easier transportation, and a mobile crisis response team.
Pearl City Flooding: One Month Later

3 weeks ago | wrex.com | Shannon Taylor

PEARL CITY (WREX)-- Just one month after severe floods in the statelines that affected many residents and businesses, repair and funding by an organization in the state are helping right now. Among other counties people in Pearl Coty say waters of up four to five feet, describing it as 'standing in a lake.'Auto shop, Hometown Motors saw these same water levels but had minimal damage.
Charles Street Road Construction

3 weeks ago | wrex.com | Shannon Taylor

ROCKFORD (WREX) -- More than half a mile of roads on Charles Street will be remodeled into a new multiuse path as early as this fall. Earlier this week the city gave more than 5-million dollars to the William Charles foundation to start construction. The money will pay for a complete re-do of Charles street between 28th street and Parkside Drive.
Lexington patrons pay tribute as popular restaurant closes after 6 years

Mar 1, 2025 | msn.com | Shannon Taylor

Continue reading More for You Continue reading More for You
South Carolina groups unite to fight food insecurity this holiday

Nov 22, 2024 | msn.com | Shannon Taylor

Continue reading More for You
Former Broadway Star and Columbia Native Zelig Williams is missing

Oct 12, 2024 | kvue.com | Shannon Taylor

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Former Broadway star and Columbia native Zelig Williams is missing. "We love him, we want him home. Please, if he is seen, spotted, please contact the police department so that we can bring Zelig home," said Christine Barber, Williams' aunt. Williams, who's 28-years-old, made his Broadway debut in back 2016 in the cast of 'Hamilton' and even worked for actor Hugh Jackman's tour in 2019.
Former Broadway Star and Columbia Native Zelig Williams is missing

Oct 8, 2024 | wcnc.com | Shannon Taylor

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Former Broadway star and Columbia native Zelig Williams is missing. "We love him, we want him home. Please, if he is seen, spotted, please contact the police department so that we can bring Zelig home," said Christine Barber, Williams' aunt. Williams, who's 28-years-old, made his Broadway debut in back 2016 in the cast of 'Hamilton' and even worked for actor Hugh Jackman's tour in 2019.
USC students bring economic boom for businesses in downtown Columbia

Aug 23, 2024 | wltx.com | Shannon Taylor

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Local business are booming in Richland County as USC welcomes students back to campus. The Vista, downtown Columbia and Five Points are among the most popular places for people to hang out and shop. Stores there tell News19 they've seen a significant increase in sales since students have returned. "We are still expecting more, especially when football season starts, definitely a bunch more foot traffic as well," Urban Outfitters employee Jacob Wilson said.
Ashlyn Watkins makes appearance at Alex English basketball camp

Jul 23, 2024 | wltx.com | Shannon Taylor

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Students who gathered at Cardinal Newman High School got a chance to show off their skills on the basketball court during the 6th annual basketball camp hosted by former pro player and coach Alex English. Kids came from across the region participating in drills, game strategy and competitive play, plus took part in popular literacy games to win prizes. "It's a full circle moment for me being able to give that opportunity to these kids that experience as well," English said.
Rockford couple describes how selling houses has changed in #1 housing market

Apr 26, 2024 | wrex.com | Shannon Taylor

ROCKFORD -- Buying or selling a home in Rockford may be the next best thing as it continues to be the #1 housing market in the country. For retired couple Greg & Shannon Johnson, who has lived in Rockford for over 20 years watching the market flourish and fall is something they remember well.