After JB Pritzker was elected governor Illinois state gas taxes doubled, Illinois Policy Institute's Patrick Andriesen tells us that it is only getting worse.  Illinois has the second highest gas tax in the nation only behind California.  Lawmakers have been able to avoid voting because of automatic inflation adjustments and Patrick talks about how we can make a change going forward by holding representatives accountable.

After JB Pritzker was elected governor Illinois state gas taxes doubled, Illinois Policy Institute's Patrick Andriesen tells us that it is only getting worse.  Illinois has the second highest gas tax in the nation only behind California.  Lawmakers have been able to avoid voting because of automatic inflation adjustments and Patrick talks about how we can make a change going forward by holding representatives accountable.

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.

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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. 

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.&nbsp;

$2 Billion in State gas taxes in Illinois thanks to JB Pritzker

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Today on The Ray Stevens Show, Ald. Ray Lopez of Chicago’s 15th Ward discusses Mayor Brandon Johnson’s plan to address the city’s massive budget deficit. Lilly Rossi of the Illinois Policy Institute examines how Illinois’ population loss could cost the state a second seat in Congress under Gov. JB Pritzker. Mike Emanuel, Fox News chief Washington correspondent, joins the show to discuss reports that former Vice President Kamala Harris is preparing for another run for the White House. The show also features Tirade Tuesday, with a chance to win two tickets to see Def Leppard and the Goo Goo Dolls at the United Center.

Key Segments:


Ald. Ray Lopez: Mayor Johnson’s plan to tackle Chicago’s budget deficit


Lilly Rossi: Illinois’ population loss and the potential loss of a congressional seat


Mike Emanuel: Kamala Harris and the possibility of another presidential campaign

Today on The Ray Stevens Show, Ald. Ray Lopez of Chicago&rsquo;s 15th Ward discusses Mayor Brandon Johnson&rsquo;s plan to address the city&rsquo;s massive budget deficit. Lilly Rossi of the Illinois Policy Institute examines how Illinois&rsquo; population loss could cost the state a second seat in Congress under Gov. JB Pritzker. Mike Emanuel, Fox News chief Washington correspondent, joins the show to discuss reports that former Vice President Kamala Harris is preparing for another run for the White House. The show also features Tirade Tuesday, with a chance to win two tickets to see Def Leppard and the Goo Goo Dolls at the United Center.
Key Segments:
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Ald. Ray Lopez: Mayor Johnson&rsquo;s plan to tackle Chicago&rsquo;s budget deficit
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Lilly Rossi: Illinois&rsquo; population loss and the potential loss of a congressional seat
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Mike Emanuel: Kamala Harris and the possibility of another presidential campaign
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The Ray Stevens Show (Oct. 13, 2026) | Chicago’s Budget Crisis, Illinois’ Population Loss & Kamala Harris’ Political Future

Mike Emanuel, Fox News chief Washington correspondent, joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss reports that former Vice President Kamala Harris is preparing for another run for the White House. Emanuel examines Harris’ potential political future and what another presidential campaign could mean for the Democratic Party as the next election cycle approaches.

Mike Emanuel, Fox News chief Washington correspondent, joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss reports that former Vice President Kamala Harris is preparing for another run for the White House. Emanuel examines Harris&rsquo; potential political future and what another presidential campaign could mean for the Democratic Party as the next election cycle approaches.

Fox News' Mike Emanuel on Kamala Harris’ Potential Return to the Presidential Race

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Today on The Ray Stevens Show, Steve Mandel, a longtime friend of Mike Ditka, joins us to reflect on the life and legacy of the legendary Chicago Bears player and coach, who died at 86. Jeff Monosso of Fox News Radio examines Michigan’s U.S. Senate race as one of the key contests to watch in the 2026 midterm elections. Diane Kelley of Friends of Fisher House Illinois previews Rockin’ for Heroes, a Nov. 15 event at Joe’s Live in Rosemont supporting military families. Finally, Tim Wrightman, a tight end on the 1985 Chicago Bears, shares his memories of Ditka and reflects on the impact the Hall of Fame coach had on the team and Chicago football.

Key Segments:


Steve Mandel: Remembering his longtime friend Mike Ditka


Jeff Monosso: Michigan’s U.S. Senate race and the 2026 midterms


Diane Kelley: Rockin’ for Heroes and supporting military families


Tim Wrightman: Remembering Mike Ditka and the 1985 Chicago Bears

Today on The Ray Stevens Show, Steve Mandel, a longtime friend of Mike Ditka, joins us to reflect on the life and legacy of the legendary Chicago Bears player and coach, who died at 86. Jeff Monosso of Fox News Radio examines Michigan&rsquo;s U.S. Senate race as one of the key contests to watch in the 2026 midterm elections. Diane Kelley of Friends of Fisher House Illinois previews Rockin&rsquo; for Heroes, a Nov. 15 event at Joe&rsquo;s Live in Rosemont supporting military families. Finally, Tim Wrightman, a tight end on the 1985 Chicago Bears, shares his memories of Ditka and reflects on the impact the Hall of Fame coach had on the team and Chicago football.
Key Segments:
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Steve Mandel: Remembering his longtime friend Mike Ditka
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Jeff Monosso: Michigan&rsquo;s U.S. Senate race and the 2026 midterms
</li>
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Diane Kelley: Rockin&rsquo; for Heroes and supporting military families
</li>
<li>
Tim Wrightman: Remembering Mike Ditka and the 1985 Chicago Bears
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</ul>

$2 Billion in State gas taxes in Illinois thanks to JB Pritzker

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