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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.

42 min ago

Illinois at a Crossroads: The Fight for Change

GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Darren Bailey join The Ray Stevens Show to talk about the growing financial burdens facing Illinois families and businesses. From high corporate taxes to unnecessary government regulations, Bailey breaks down why major companies like Boeing are leaving the state and outlines his vision for tax relief and government accountability. Is the current administration freezing out key players in the state's biggest deals? The discussion turns to the Chicago Bears' potential move and why state leadership's backroom tactics are backfiring. Bailey breaks down the pattern of excluding law enforcement, businesses, and taxpayers from major policy decisions, offering a stark contrast on how he plans to bring transparency back to Illinois. Darren Bailey also reacts to a controversial statement by Governor JB Pritzker telling frustrated residents to "get up and move" if they don't like the state's direction. Bailey contrasts this attitude with his own vision for tax relief, budget reform, and keeping long-term families and businesses in Illinois. For details on Darren Bailey's Gubernatorial Run Check out the links below: https://baileyforillinois.com/ https://www.facebook.com/BaileyforIllinois https://x.com/DarrenBaileyIL https://www.instagram.com/baileyforillinois/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 min
1 hr ago

PRITZKER EXPOSED: The "Secret" Tax Loophole Screwing Over Illinois Drivers!

Republican Minority Leader of the Illinois House of Representatives Tony McCombie joins The Ray Stevens Show to break down the political fallout from the Bears' potential move, the unilateral executive decisions overriding the legislature, and the controversial maneuvering behind the state’s motor fuel tax. dives into the growing friction between Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and working-class labor unions over the future of data centers and economic development. Rep. McCombie dives into the growing friction between Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and working-class labor unions over the future of data centers and economic development. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 min
1 hr ago

Republican Leader EXPOSES The Democratic Playbook Ruining Illinois' Economy!

Is Illinois on the verge of losing the Chicago Bears forever? While the Democrats try to walk this path alone, they are failing to get on the same page, leaving the pride and joy of Illinois vulnerable to out-of-state poaching. Republican Minority Leader John Curran joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss the critical need for bipartisan cooperation to save the Bears' stadium deal, why Illinois must learn to move at the "speed of business" like neighboring Indiana, and the local pushback against controversial zoning and parking mandates that mimic Chicago-style policy statewide. If the state doesn't change course soon, tax-paying citizens will be left picking up the pieces for failing to retain major business creators. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

8 min
2 hr ago

Is The US-Israel Alliance Crumbling? Inside The Trump-Bibi Rift

Are the US and Israel finally splitting at the seams over Iran? While Benjamin Netanyahu vows forceful retaliation, Donald Trump has issued a chilling warning: “You better be careful, or you will be on your own very soon.” Fox News Radio's Jonathan Savage breaks down the chaotic reality of Operation Epic Fury—from the mission to crush Iran's naval capabilities to the backroom negotiations threatening to reshape the global economy. Plus, Ray and Jonathan look at the sudden shift in gas prices and the truth behind the rumored "powerful peace deal." Is it an actual breakthrough, or just a tactical distraction before the weekend? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3 min
1 day ago

Why a War Powers Vote Won’t Stop What’s Coming

The politicians aren't in control anymore. Senior National Security Contributor, NewsNation General Richard Newton reveals why the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has completely taken over Iran's agenda—and what that means for U.S. national security. From ballistic missile threats to the crippled state of the Iranian economy, we break down why current diplomatic efforts are stuck in the "last yard" and what it will really take to prevent a nuclear escalation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 min
1 day ago

Military Monday: The Next Generation of Giving

Megan Hosler, President and CEO of the Nine-Line Foundation, Joins The Ray Stevens Show for Military Monday to discusses how they partner with high school students to build custom, ADA-accessible homes and community centers for injured and homeless veterans. Discover how a geometry class transforms into a lesson in life-changing community impact. For Details go to ninelinefoundation.org facebook.com/ninelinefoundation.org instagram.com/theninelinefoundation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 min
1 day ago

"Hoosiers on the Horizon": Will the Chicago Bears cross state lines?

Indiana Governor Mike Braun Join Ray Stevens to discuss the timeline and ongoing rumors surrounding the Chicago Bears' potential relocation from Soldier Field to Indiana. Braun details the conversation from the Hoosier state's perspective, emphasizing Indiana's business-friendly environment as a contrast to Illinois politics. Governor Braun explains that the Bears organization started looking ahead six years ago, knowing their Chicago lease expires in 2033. Despite minimal engagement from Illinois leadership over the years, Indiana stepped in six months ago to offer a more business-friendly alternative. Governor Braun notes that Indianapolis leadership and sports entities (like the Colts) welcomed the prospect of another franchise in the state, view it as healthy competition, and recognize the immense economic boom and job creation it would bring to the region. Governor Braun highlighting his background as an entrepreneur, Braun emphasizes that Indiana moves at the "speed of business." He contrasts Indiana's swift legislative coordination in February to accommodate the stadium potential with what he characterizes as Chicago's stagnant leadership. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 min
1 day ago

"Safe Streets, Common Sense, And The Bears": Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza on Chicago's Safety and Accountability

Illinois Comptroller and Chicago mayoral candidate Susana Mendoza joins The Ray Stevens Show to outline her strict approach to youth accountability, public safety, and law enforcement. Rejecting the notion that demands for safety are partisan, Mendoza advocates for a proactive, common-sense strategy to reduce crime and protect the city's neighborhoods. Mendoza points to Washington D.C.’s targeted curfews as a successful blueprint for reducing teen-led civil disruptions, noting that serious civil enforcement can eliminate "takeover" incidents and hold parents legally accountable. She heavily criticizes the current "hands-off" approach to policing in Chicago, arguing that preventing officers from doing their jobs makes the public less safe and puts law enforcement in greater danger. Addressing the departures of major corporations like Citadel, Boeing, and Morton Salt, Mendoza warns against anti-corporate rhetoric. She notes that driving businesses away diminishes the tax base, ultimately shifting the financial burden onto everyday property owners. Illinois Comptroller and mayoral candidate Susana Mendoza Also dives into the ongoing debate surrounding the Chicago Bears' potential move and the larger economic implications for the city. Offering a sharp critique of current leadership, Mendoza argues for a structured, collaborative plan to retain businesses and revitalize Chicago's finances. Pointing to her successful tenure as State Comptroller—where she led the state from severe credit downgrades and billions in backlog to consecutive credit upgrades and a multi-billion dollar rainy day fund—Mendoza argues that Chicago needs a leader with proven financial credentials to resolve its current fiscal crisis. For Details on Susanna Mendoza's Mayoral Run go to susanamendoza.com facebook.com/susanamendoza10 instagram.com/susanamendoza10 x.com/susanamendoza10 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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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.