Former Member of House of Representatives Jeanne M. Ives joins Ray and Nick to discuss the possibility of J.B. Pritzker replacing Biden as the Democratic candidate and how it might be the best option to benefit Illinois.  There will be lots of commotion  no matter what decision the Biden family makes but it seems they want to hold onto power.  How does voting change in a state that normally votes the same election after election, it begins at the local level.  Who will replace Pritzker if he leaves his position as governor of Illinois and could it be a Republican?

Former Member of House of Representatives Jeanne M. Ives joins Ray and Nick to discuss the possibility of J.B. Pritzker replacing Biden as the Democratic candidate and how it might be the best option to benefit Illinois.  There will be lots of commotion  no matter what decision the Biden family makes but it seems they want to hold onto power.  How does voting change in a state that normally votes the same election after election, it begins at the local level.  Who will replace Pritzker if he leaves his position as governor of Illinois and could it be a Republican?

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Pritzker replacing Biden could give Illinois a Republican governor

IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY: Check out Chicago’s iconic First Lady cruises! They kick off their full lineup of Sightseeing Cruises TODAY- Friday, April 17. Beloved cruise offerings like the Canine Cruise, 3D Fireworks Cruise and Sightseeing River & Lake Cruise are returning, in addition to the Creepy Cruise, already underway.  For tix and more info: https://firstlady.com/

IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A PAW-TY: Check out Paws and Claws Cat Rescue first-ever CANDLELIGHT YOGA this Saturday, April 18 at 7pm! Spots will go quickly so register now! For tix and more info: https://www.pawsandclawscatrescue.org/

IF YOU'RE FEELING NOSTALGIC: Celebrate National Record Store Day this Saturday, April 18th at Antique Vault Records in Crown Point, Indiana. They will be hosting a Record Store Day Weekend Sale Extravaganza.  The event will prioritize in-store shopping with all in-stock LPs, cassettes, and CDs on sale!  For more info: https://www.antiquevaultandrecords.com/

IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY: Check out Chicago&rsquo;s iconic First Lady cruises! They kick off their full lineup of Sightseeing Cruises TODAY- Friday, April 17. Beloved cruise offerings like the Canine Cruise, 3D Fireworks Cruise and Sightseeing River &amp; Lake Cruise are returning, in addition to the Creepy Cruise, already underway.&nbsp; For tix and more info:&nbsp;<a href="https://firstlady.com/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">https://firstlady.com/</a>
IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A PAW-TY: Check out Paws and Claws Cat Rescue first-ever CANDLELIGHT YOGA this Saturday, April 18 at 7pm! Spots will go quickly so register now! For tix and more info: <a href="https://www.pawsandclawscatrescue.org/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1">https://www.pawsandclawscatrescue.org/</a>
IF YOU'RE FEELING NOSTALGIC: Celebrate National Record Store Day this Saturday, April 18th at Antique Vault Records in Crown Point, Indiana. They will be hosting a Record Store Day Weekend Sale Extravaganza. &nbsp;The event will prioritize in-store shopping with all in-stock LPs, cassettes, and CDs on sale!&nbsp; For more info: <a href="https://www.antiquevaultandrecords.com/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="2">https://www.antiquevaultandrecords.com/</a>

SOCIAL STEPH - 04/16/2026 - Chicago is springing into action this weekend, with all types of activities:

IF YOU'RE FEELING WEIRD: Check out The World Oddities Expo in Rosemont! The World Oddities Expo is a traveling oddities festival- a peculiar paradise where weird thrives! They pride themselves on being an all-inclusive artisan and small business fueled mega-convention. They feature artists, vendors, performers, educators, and guest speakers to create a macabre and magical experience for all! Kids 12 and under are FREE! For tix and more info: https://worldodditiesexpo.com/chicago-il/

IF YOU'RE FEELING FLOWERY: Check out the Cherry Blossom Trees in Jackson Park. The area surrounding the Columbian Basin in Jackson Park is home to about 200 pink and white cherry blossom trees that typically bloom each Spring. The trees are located just south of the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry (GMSI), on either side of the South Portico and surrounding the Columbia Basin (pond). The trees are also found on the north end of the Wooded Island and in the Osaka Garden, all a short walk south of the Columbian Basin. The bloom is a spectacular sight to see, with peak bloom typically happening now that lasts anywhere from 6 to 14 days, depending on the weather. For more info: https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/jackson-park-cherry-blossoms

IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR FAMILY FUN: Check out the Morton Arboretum Discovery Day and Touch-a-Truck: from 9am- 4pm on Sat 4/11. Celebrate Arbor Month with an all-ages, behind-the-scenes look at tree care and the green industry. Connect with Arboretum staff and certified arborists, explore careers in tree care and horticulture, and get practical tree and soil care tips. See some of the Arboretum’s largest trucks and municipal vehicles. Ask arborist specialists questions about tree care in the Firefly Pavilion. Plus, food trucks, beverages and an Arboretum Store pop-up. Included with Arboretum admission. For the event schedule, visit mortonarb.org.

IF YOU'RE FEELING WEIRD: Check out The World Oddities Expo in Rosemont! The World Oddities Expo is a traveling oddities festival- a peculiar paradise where weird thrives! They pride themselves on being an all-inclusive artisan and small business fueled mega-convention. They feature artists, vendors, performers, educators, and guest speakers to create a macabre and magical experience for all! Kids 12 and under are FREE! For tix and more info: <a href="https://worldodditiesexpo.com/chicago-il/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">https://worldodditiesexpo.com/chicago-il/</a>
IF YOU'RE FEELING FLOWERY: Check out the Cherry Blossom Trees in Jackson Park. The area surrounding the Columbian Basin in Jackson Park is home to about 200 pink and white cherry blossom trees that typically bloom each Spring. The trees are located just south of the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry (GMSI), on either side of the South Portico and surrounding the Columbia Basin (pond). The trees are also found on the north end of the Wooded Island and in the Osaka Garden, all a short walk south of the Columbian Basin. The bloom is a spectacular sight to see, with peak bloom typically happening now that lasts anywhere from 6 to 14 days, depending on the weather. For more info: <a href="https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/jackson-park-cherry-blossoms" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1">https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/jackson-park-cherry-blossoms</a>
IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR FAMILY FUN: Check out the Morton Arboretum Discovery Day and Touch-a-Truck: from 9am- 4pm on Sat 4/11. Celebrate Arbor Month with an all-ages, behind-the-scenes look at tree care and the green industry. Connect with Arboretum staff and certified arborists, explore careers in tree care and horticulture, and get practical tree and soil care tips. See some of the Arboretum&rsquo;s largest trucks and municipal vehicles. Ask arborist specialists questions about tree care in the Firefly Pavilion. Plus, food trucks, beverages and an Arboretum Store pop-up. Included with Arboretum admission. For the event schedule, visit mortonarb.org.

SOCIAL STEPH - 04/09/2026 - Chicago is springing into action this weekend with so many fun things to do!

🐰 If you’re feeling the madness in April: check out the Fighting Illini Men’s Basketball team play UConn in the Final 4 this Saturday! You can listen to the game on 890 WLS-AM, your Chicago home for Illinois basketball and football!

🐰 If you’re looking for a scary bunny experience: check out Peter Rottentail and his band of bad bunnies at Disturbia Haunted House this weekend ONLY! For tix and more info: @disturbiachicago

🐰if you’re looking for a sweet, family friendly event: hop on over to Indiana and check out the Parlor Rabbit at all 3 Parlor Doughnut locations! This is a FREE community event just in time for Easter! Bring the whole family to say hi, snap some adorable pictures, and enjoy the festive atmosphere. Don’t miss this chance to create sweet memories with their special guest and enjoy some delicious doughnuts! For more info: @parlourdoughnuts 

🐰 If you&rsquo;re feeling the madness in April: check out the Fighting Illini Men&rsquo;s Basketball team play UConn in the Final 4 this Saturday! You can listen to the game on 890 WLS-AM, your Chicago home for Illinois basketball and football! 🐰 If you&rsquo;re looking for a scary bunny experience: check out Peter Rottentail and his band of bad bunnies at Disturbia Haunted House this weekend ONLY! For tix and more info: @disturbiachicago 🐰if you&rsquo;re looking for a sweet, family friendly event: hop on over to Indiana and check out the&nbsp;Parlor Rabbit at all 3 Parlor Doughnut locations! This is a FREE community event just in time for Easter! Bring the whole family to say hi, snap some adorable pictures, and enjoy the festive atmosphere.&nbsp;Don&rsquo;t miss this chance to create sweet memories with their special guest and enjoy some delicious doughnuts! For more info: @parlourdoughnuts&nbsp;

Pritzker replacing Biden could give Illinois a Republican governor

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