The Laser

05/12/2026

We are dealing with power outages at the station, we will be back on the air ASAP. In the mean time, hum along to some System of a Down in our honor.

04/22/2026

Nothing says Pure Rock like some actual rocks. Check out NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration's new Your Name in Landsat in honor of Earth Day! https://science.nasa.gov/mission/landsat/outreach/your-name-in-landsat/

04/13/2026

Check out the latest from Evanescence, from their 6th studio album set to drop June 5th!

--Shawn

We are so incredibly excited to announce our new album, Sanctuary. It’ll be out on streaming platforms on June 5th. Our new single, Who Will You Follow, is o...

04/02/2026

IL - Tornado Warning

Severity: Extreme
Starts: 4/2/2026, 5:32:00 PM
Expires: 4/2/2026, 6:00:00 PM

Location: Knox, IL

At 532 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Knoxville, or near Galesburg, moving northeast at 50 mph. HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. This dangerous storm will be near... Galesburg and Knoxville around 535 PM CDT. Victoria around 545 PM CDT. Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include Gilson, Dahinda, Galesburg Municipal Airport, and East Galesburg. This includes Interstate 74 between mile markers 39 and 67.

TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.

https://wxwarn.affirmatech.com/

04/02/2026

IL - Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severity: Severe
Starts: 4/2/2026, 5:33:00 PM
Expires: 4/2/2026, 6:15:00 PM

Location: Henry, IL; Rock Island, IL; Whiteside, IL

At 533 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Erie, or 13 miles southwest of Morrison, moving northeast at 45 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Morrison, Prophetstown, Lyndon, Fenton, Round Grove, Prophetstown State Recreation Area, Hamilton Corners, Denrock, Unionville, Leon Corners, Malvern, Agnew, Sterling, Rock Falls, Emerson, White Pigeon, Morrison-Rockwood State Park, Como, Douglas Park, Galt, Grimes Addition, Coleta, Whiteside County Airport and Yeoward Addition. This includes the following highways... Interstate 80 in Illinois between mile markers 1 and 15. Interstate 74 in Illinois between mile markers 13 and 16. Interstate 88 between mile markers 1 and 44.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 800 PM CDT for north central and northwestern Illinois...and east central Iowa. Remain alert for a possible tornado! Tornadoes can develop quickly from severe thunderstorms. If you spot a tornado go at once into the basement or small central room in a sturdy structure. To report severe weather contact your nearest law enforcement agency. They will send your report to the National Weather Service office in the Quad Cities.

https://wxwarn.affirmatech.com/

02/17/2026

Check out Shinedowns latest single from their new Album EI8HT due out May 29th! Keep in mind this is NSFW!---Shawn

The new track "Safe And Sound" from our forthcoming album 'EI8HT' is out now. Stream it on all platforms and receive it instantly when you pre-order 'EI8HT' ...

01/26/2026

01/26/2026

Due to the extreme cold and dangerous wind chill expected tomorrow, some area schools are cancelling or going to E-Learning for Monday 1/26. We'll keep you updated on 92.7 FM The Laser and in the comments is a link to a list being updated online as well.

01/16/2026

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather advisory for the region beginning on Friday, January 16th. The forecast shows scattered snow showers may bring light snow accumulations, reduced visibility, bursts of strong winds, and slippery travel on Friday afternoon and evening. Sunda...

01/11/2026