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.

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.

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

The Ray Stevens Show kicks off the week with discussions on national security, public safety, and Illinois politics. Former Deputy Assistant to the President John Ullyot joins the show to discuss ongoing negotiations with Iran and controversy surrounding entertainers backing out of America 250 celebrations. Retired Riverside Police Chief Tom Weitzel sounds the alarm on what he calls a growing collapse of police departments across the country, warning of the long-term consequences for public safety and community trust. Later, lieutenant governor candidate Aaron Del Mar breaks down Illinois’ new budget, the future of the Bears stadium proposal, and the broader challenges facing the state. The show also highlights Army veteran and Naperville business owner Jonathan Roldan, sharing his story of military service and entrepreneurship.

Key Segments:


Iran negotiations and America 250 controversy


Growing concerns over police department staffing


Illinois budget and Bears stadium debate


Veteran-owned business spotlight

The Ray Stevens Show kicks off the week with discussions on national security, public safety, and Illinois politics. Former Deputy Assistant to the President John Ullyot joins the show to discuss ongoing negotiations with Iran and controversy surrounding entertainers backing out of America 250 celebrations. Retired Riverside Police Chief Tom Weitzel sounds the alarm on what he calls a growing collapse of police departments across the country, warning of the long-term consequences for public safety and community trust. Later, lieutenant governor candidate Aaron Del Mar breaks down Illinois&rsquo; new budget, the future of the Bears stadium proposal, and the broader challenges facing the state. The show also highlights Army veteran and Naperville business owner Jonathan Roldan, sharing his story of military service and entrepreneurship.
Key Segments:
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Iran negotiations and America 250 controversy
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Growing concerns over police department staffing
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Illinois budget and Bears stadium debate
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Veteran-owned business spotlight
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The Ray Stevens Show (June 1, 2026) | Iran Negotiations, Policing Crisis & Illinois’ Future

Former Deputy Assistant to the President John Ullyot joins The Ray Stevens Show to break down the latest developments in U.S.-Iran negotiations and the ongoing debate over Iran’s nuclear program. Ullyot explains why Iran’s nuclear material remains the key sticking point in talks and what a potential agreement could mean for American national security, Middle East stability, and U.S. foreign policy. The conversation explores diplomatic leverage, nuclear deterrence, and the challenges of preventing Iran from advancing its nuclear capabilities while protecting American interests abroad.

Former Deputy Assistant to the President John Ullyot joins The Ray Stevens Show to break down the latest developments in U.S.-Iran negotiations and the ongoing debate over Iran&rsquo;s nuclear program. Ullyot explains why Iran&rsquo;s nuclear material remains the key sticking point in talks and what a potential agreement could mean for American national security, Middle East stability, and U.S. foreign policy. The conversation explores diplomatic leverage, nuclear deterrence, and the challenges of preventing Iran from advancing its nuclear capabilities while protecting American interests abroad.

Iran Nuclear Talks Reach Critical Stage: John Ullyot Breaks Down What’s at Stake for America

Retired Riverside Police Chief Tom Weitzel joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss the growing law enforcement staffing crisis facing police departments across America. Weitzel argues that officer shortages, declining recruitment, and low morale are making it harder for departments to keep communities safe. He explains how anti-police sentiment, political pressure, and a lack of institutional support have contributed to the problem, while warning that longer response times and reduced public safety could become the new reality if the trend continues. The conversation explores policing, crime prevention, officer retention, and the future of law enforcement in America.

Retired Riverside Police Chief Tom Weitzel joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss the growing law enforcement staffing crisis facing police departments across America. Weitzel argues that officer shortages, declining recruitment, and low morale are making it harder for departments to keep communities safe. He explains how anti-police sentiment, political pressure, and a lack of institutional support have contributed to the problem, while warning that longer response times and reduced public safety could become the new reality if the trend continues. The conversation explores policing, crime prevention, officer retention, and the future of law enforcement in America.

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

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