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The Ray Stevens Show
Ray Stevens brings the RIGHT side of the conversation to mornings on 890 WLS-AM live from 6am-9am. If you missed the show, come here to catch up on the right side of Chicago talk.
Episodes
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Gov. Mike Braun Announces Storm Recovery Resources for Lake County
Gov. Mike Braun joins Ray Stevens to discuss Indiana's response to recent severe weather and the launch of Lake County "one-stop shops" that connect residents…
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Who Pays the Price? Tom Weitzel on Chicago's Costly Police Settlements
Retired Riverside Police Chief Tom Weitzel joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss Chicago's police settlements and the financial impact of repeated monetary…
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Military Monday: Veteran Minor Mobley Is Turning Patriotism Into Genuine Valor
Sponsored by Ricky Rockets Fuel Centers — Fueling Your Drive. Powering Your Day. Supporting Communities. U.S. Marine Corps veteran and Genuine Valor…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 21, 2026) | UN General Assembly, Chicago Police Settlements, Immigration & Military Monday
Fox News Radio’s Jonathan Savage previews the opening of the United Nations General Assembly’s high-level week and the major issues world leaders…
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First Responder Friday: Living Pono Counseling Highlights Mental Health Support for First Responders
Lyndsey McIntyre, associate clinical director at Living Pono Counseling, joins Ray Stevens to discuss specialized counseling services for first responders…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 18, 2026) | Illinois Public Safety, First Responder Mental Health & High School Football
Edgy Tim O’Halloran joins Ray Stevens to break down the biggest high school football matchups of the week and identify the teams to watch as the season…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 17, 2026) | Lyons Township Football, SCOTUS Mail-Ballot Ruling, Building Wealth & Monster Jam
Coach Jon Beutjer, head coach of Lyons Township High School, joins the show to talk Lions football. Stephen Richer, a legal fellow at the Cato Institute…
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Is Your Money Still Growing? Tom Fortino on Building Wealth in Today's Economy
Tom Fortino of Alpha Wealth Group joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss how investors can continue growing their wealth in today's economy. Fortino breaks down…
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Grave Digger Is Coming to Rosemont! Driver Matt Cody Previews Monster Jam
Matt Cody, driver of the legendary Grave Digger, joins The Ray Stevens Show ahead of Monster Jam's return to Rosemont. Cody talks monster trucks, Grave Digger…
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WLS Big Game of the Week: Coach Jon Beutjer Talks Lyons Township Football
Lyons Township head coach Jon Beutjer joins The Ray Stevens Show to talk about the Lions and the successful start for the Lyons Township football season…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 16, 2026) | $11 Billion in Pandemic Aid, AI Oversight, FBI Under Fire & America's Protein Obsession
Ald. Ray Lopez discusses the $11 billion in pandemic aid received by Illinois, Chicago and Cook County and questions surrounding oversight and transparency. A…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 15, 2026) | Brandon Johnson’s Reelection, Ukraine Tensions & Fighting Veteran Suicide
Mary Ann Ahern, NBC 5 political reporter, discusses Brandon Johnson’s decision to run for reelection and his chances in an increasingly crowded Chicago…
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Our Veterans Need Us: Jennifer Carbonara on the Fight to End Veteran Suicide
Jennifer Carbonara of Des Plaines American Legion Auxiliary Unit 36 joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss the Be the One Expo, an event dedicated to connecting…
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Brandon Johnson Re-Election Campaign: Will The Embattled Mayor Have a Shot At Another Term?
NBC 5 political reporter Mary Ann Ahern joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss B.J.'s return to the political arena and his chances in an increasingly crowded…
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Putin Draws a Red Line: Would European Troops Mean War?
Gen. Richard Newton, senior national security contributor for NewsNation, joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss Vladimir Putin drawing a line on the potential…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 14, 2026) | Vance Midwest Campaign Blitz, $6 Diesel & Military Monday
Fox News Radio’s Eben Brown discusses Vice President JD Vance’s Midwest campaign blitz. Phil Flynn of Price Futures Group examines U.S. diesel…
The Ray Stevens ShowSheboygan Resident Honors Vietnam Veterans Through a Nationwide Mission
Steve Conto joins Ray Stevens for Military Monday to discuss his mission of traveling across the country to clean and preserve the graves of Vietnam veterans…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 11, 2026) | Remembering 9/11, First Responders, Naperville Football & Illinois Memorials
The Ray Stevens Show marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with stories of remembrance, sacrifice and service, along with high school football, first responder…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 10, 2026) | Charlie Kirk Remembered, Naperville Football & Supporting Officer Nelson Crespo
Sean Drendel, head coach at Naperville North, joins Ray Stevens to preview the highly anticipated matchup between Naperville North and Naperville Central in…
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Coach Sean Drendel Previews Naperville North's Rivalry Clash With Naperville Central
Sean Drendel, head football coach at Naperville North, joins Ray Stevens to preview this week's Big Game of the Week against Naperville Central. Drendel…
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Gary Rabine Remembers Charlie Kirk One Year Later
Entrepreneur and longtime friend of Charlie Kir, Gary Rabine, joins Ray Stevens to reflect on the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk one year after his passing…
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Students Organize Memorial Vigil for Charlie Kirk
Maggie Corbett, president of Club America at Lake Forest High School, joins Ray Stevens to discuss a memorial vigil honoring Charlie Kirk. Corbett shares…
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Rep. Tony McCombie Discusses the Future of Illinois Republicans
Rep. Tony McCombie, Illinois House Minority Leader, joins Ray Stevens to discuss the GOP's outlook for the midterm elections and the party's strategy for 2027…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 9, 2026) | 9/11 Remembrance, Illinois GOP Strategy & Honoring Fallen Heroes
Rep. Tony McCombie, Illinois House Minority Leader, shares her outlook for the upcoming midterm elections and outlines Republican priorities heading into 2027…
The Ray Stevens ShowMilitary Monday: Army Capt. Bobby Withers on 9/11, Service and Sacrifice
Sponsored by Ricky Rockets Fuel Centers — Fueling Your Drive. Powering Your Day. Supporting Communities. Army Capt. Bobby Withers joins The Ray Stevens…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 8, 2026) | Iran Oil Blockade, Illinois Exodus, Military Monday & Auto Industry Shakeup
Fox News Radio’s Jonathan Savage provides the latest on the U.S. blockade and its impact on Iranian oil exports. Bryce Hill of Illinois Policy discusses…
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Illinois Farmers Are Facing a Crisis Reminiscent of the 1980s
State Rep. Charlie Meier joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss the growing financial pressure on Illinois farmers and his call for the IDHS secretary’s…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 3, 2026) | Iran War Updates, Downers Grove North Football & Cops and Hot Rods
Fox News Radio’s Eben Brown provides an update as U.S. and Iranian strikes renew hostilities. Coach Joe Horeni and student broadcaster Zach Gowen of…
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Downers Grove North Football: Coach Joe Horeni and Zach Gowen Preview Tomorrow Night’s Game
Downers Grove North head coach Joe Horeni and student broadcaster Zach Gowen join The Ray Stevens Show to preview the upcoming season and discuss the latest…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 2, 2026) | 9/11 at Ground Zero, Lindsay Clancy Trial & Gerry Beckley
The Ray Stevens Show covers 9/11, a high-profile murder trial and music. Former Chicago Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy joins the show to share his…
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Garry McCarthy: Remembering 9/11 From Ground Zero
Former Chicago Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy joins The Ray Stevens Show to reflect on his experiences at Ground Zero following the Sept. 11 attacks…
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Gerry Beckley of the band America Talks New Solo Album, "Merciful"
Gerry Beckley, singer-songwriter and founding member of America, joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss his new solo album, Merciful, which is available now…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 1, 2026) | Energy Markets, ICE Enforcement & Global Security Threats
Phil Flynn, energy analyst at Price Futures Group and contributor to Fox Business, joins Ray Stevens to discuss how a Venezuelan oil deal and the ongoing trade…
The Ray Stevens ShowMilitary Monday: Heroes on the Water invites Veterans and their families to fish on!
Jeremy Eaton, representing Heroes on the Water Chicago Chapter, joins Ray Stevens to discuss the organization's efforts to provide free fishing experiences for…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Aug. 31, 2026) | Chicago Mass Shooting, Mail-In Ballot Rules & Heroes on the Water
Chief Tom Weitzel, retired police chief of Riverside, joins Ray Stevens to discuss a recent mass shooting in Chicago and address what he describes as…
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Chief Tom Weitzel Discusses Chicago Mass Shooting and License Plate Reader Debate
Chief Tom Weitzel, retired Riverside police chief, joins Ray Stevens to discuss a recent mass shooting in Chicago and the role technology plays in modern…
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Tom Weber on Illinois Midterms, Fox Lake Safety and Springfield
State Rep. Tom Weber joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss the upcoming Illinois midterms, public safety in Fox Lake and his efforts to get things done in…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Aug. 27, 2026) | Dolly Parton Corn Maze, Nazareth vs. York & Louisiana’s SpaceX Boom
Nazareth Academy varsity football coach Tim Racki and student broadcaster Donato Andersen preview the Big Game of the Week as Nazareth takes on York Friday…
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WLS 890 Big Game of the Week: Nazareth vs. York
BIG GAME OF THE WEEK: NAZARETH VS. YORK! Nazareth Academy varsity football coach Tim Racki and student broadcaster Donato Andersen join The Ray Stevens Show to…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Aug. 26, 2026) | Dolly Parton's Legacy, Canadian Tariffs & Cook County Taxes
Dr. Chris Colbert of the Cook County Health system joins Ray Stevens to discuss common back-to-school illnesses and what parents should know as students return…
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Max Armstrong Discusses Plan to Increase Beef Imports
Max Armstrong, known as the "King of Agri-Biz," joins Ray Stevens to discuss President Trump's proposal to increase beef imports as a way to ease rising…
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Remembering Dolly Parton's Legacy
Dale Turner, a former RCA Records representative, joins Ray Stevens to reflect on the life and legacy of country music icon Dolly Parton. Turner shares…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Aug. 25, 2026) | School Privacy Debate, Iran Sanctions & Immigration Loopholes
Shannon Adcock, founder of Awake Illinois, joins Ray Stevens to discuss student privacy concerns in schools and how parents can advocate for their rights…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Aug. 24, 2026) | Illinois Politics, Veterans Health Care & South Carolina's GOP Runoff
Darren Bailey, a Republican candidate for Illinois governor, outlines his plans to eliminate tolls and responds to recent political clashes involving Gov. J.B…
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VA Deputy Secretary Paul Lawrence Discusses New Electronic Health Record Rollout
Deputy Secretary Paul R. Lawrence, Ph.D., joins Ray Stevens to discuss the Department of Veterans Affairs' rollout of a new federal electronic health record…
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Darren Bailey Calls for Illinois Tolls to be Abolished
Darren Bailey, Republican candidate for Illinois governor, joins Ray Stevens to discuss his proposal to eliminate tolls and weighs in on the latest political…
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Military Monday: Mark Hutson Preserves the Legacy of American Veterans
Mark Hutson joins Ray Stevens to discuss the McHenry County Gold Star Legacies and Service Flag Tradition initiative. He explains how the organization honors…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Aug. 21, 2026) | National Debt, Maine South Football & Lindsay Clancy Case
Fox News Radio’s Tonya J Powers reports on supporters of Lindsay Clancy rallying in pink across the country as her murder case reaches closing arguments…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Aug. 20, 2026) | Illinois Ethics, Bears Stadium & Indiana Storm Recovery
Batavia High School football coach Dennis Piron and student broadcaster Reid Roberts preview the first WLS Game of the Week, kicking off Friday night at 7 p.m…
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Gov. Mike Braun on Storm Recovery and the Bears' Stadium Plans
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss the state's ongoing storm recovery efforts and the latest developments surrounding the Chicago…
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WLS 890's Big Game of the Week kicks off tomorrow night
Batavia High School football coach Dennis Piron and student broadcaster Reid Roberts join The Ray Stevens Show to preview the WLS Game of the Week, kicking off…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Aug. 19, 2026) | Oil Reserves, Minnesota Voter Law & Mangione Case
The Ray Stevens Show covers energy, election integrity, consumer protection and a high-profile criminal case. Energy analyst Phil Flynn discusses the U.S…
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BBB Warning: Think Twice Before Posting Back-to-School Photos
Steve Bernas, president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois, joins The Ray Stevens Show with an important warning for…
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Rep. Tom Emmer Takes on Minnesota's 'Voter Vouch' Law
House Majority Whip Tom Emmer joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss a group impersonating voters to highlight Minnesota's controversial “voter…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Aug. 18, 2026) | Illinois Schools, Iran’s Next Move & Flock Cameras
Hannah Schmid, manager of education policy at Illinois Policy, discusses Illinois students returning to public schools amid poor results in reading, math and…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Aug. 17, 2026) | Gen Z Turns on Capitalism, Stay at Home Boyfriends & the Veteran Business Project
Fox News Radio’s Jonathan Savage examines President Trump’s order to reduce U.S. military drills with South Korea and the reasoning behind the…
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Military Monday: Maj. Gen. John Borling on Building Veteran-Owned Businesses
Retired Air Force Maj. Gen. John Borling joins The Ray Stevens Show for Military Monday to discuss his new role with the Veteran Business Project. Borling is…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Aug. 14, 2026) | PTSD Awareness, Karoline Leavitt’s Future & Highwood’s Bloody Mary Fest
Kevin Kelly of A Road to Help discusses a motorcycle run raising awareness for suicide prevention and PTSD. Fox News Radio’s Jared Halpern examines who…
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Mayor Jon Costas Provides Update on Valparaiso Storm Recovery
Jon Costas, mayor of Valparaiso, joins Ray Stevens to discuss the city's ongoing recovery efforts following recent severe weather. Costas outlines the steps…
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The Ray Stevens Show (Aug. 13, 2026) | GOP Midterm Strategy, Tornado Recovery & New Rosemont Museum
John Ullyot, former deputy assistant to President Trump, joins Ray Stevens to discuss the GOP's strategy for the 2026 midterm elections and whether momentum on…