Erin Larkin, the 2026 South Side Irish Parade Queen joins The Ray Stevens Show. They mention some of the rules for being crowned queen, including being between the ages of 21 and 30 and never having been married. Erin discusses the events she has attended, such as visiting a nursing home and reading at a library. The hosts also touch on the upcoming South Side Irish Parade. Erin mentions the possibility of entering the Rose of Tralee process, which she compares to a Miss Universe pageant for Ireland.

Erin Larkin, the 2026 South Side Irish Parade Queen joins The Ray Stevens Show. They mention some of the rules for being crowned queen, including being between the ages of 21 and 30 and never having been married. Erin discusses the events she has attended, such as visiting a nursing home and reading at a library. The hosts also touch on the upcoming South Side Irish Parade. Erin mentions the possibility of entering the Rose of Tralee process, which she compares to a Miss Universe pageant for Ireland.

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;

2026 South Side Irish Parade Queen, Erin Larkin

Jeremy Eaton, representing Heroes on the Water Chicago Chapter, joins Ray Stevens to discuss the organization's efforts to provide free fishing experiences for veterans, first responders and their families. Eaton explains how outdoor recreation helps participants build connections, reduce stress and strengthen community ties.

Military Monday is proudly sponsored by Ricky Rockets Fuel Centers: Fueling Your Drive. Powering Your Day. Supporting Communities.

Jeremy Eaton, representing Heroes on the Water Chicago Chapter, joins Ray Stevens to discuss the organization's efforts to provide free fishing experiences for veterans, first responders and their families. Eaton explains how outdoor recreation helps participants build connections, reduce stress and strengthen community ties.
Military Monday is proudly sponsored by Ricky Rockets Fuel Centers: Fueling Your Drive. Powering Your Day. Supporting Communities.

Military Monday: Heroes on the Water invites Veterans and their families to fish on!

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 misinformation surrounding the use of license plate readers in law enforcement investigations.

Don Palmer, senior legal fellow for election integrity at The Heritage Foundation, discusses a judge's decision to block Trump administration changes to mail-in ballot rules. Later, Jeremy Eaton highlights the work of Heroes on the Water Chicago Chapter, which provides free fishing opportunities for veterans, first responders and their families. Jeff Monosso rounds out the show with a report on a federal investigation involving more than 1 million vehicles and potential braking system concerns.

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 misinformation surrounding the use of license plate readers in law enforcement investigations.
Don Palmer, senior legal fellow for election integrity at The Heritage Foundation, discusses a judge's decision to block Trump administration changes to mail-in ballot rules. Later, Jeremy Eaton highlights the work of Heroes on the Water Chicago Chapter, which provides free fishing opportunities for veterans, first responders and their families. Jeff Monosso rounds out the show with a report on a federal investigation involving more than 1 million vehicles and potential braking system concerns.

The Ray Stevens Show (Aug. 31, 2026) | Chicago Mass Shooting, Mail-In Ballot Rules & Heroes on the Water

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 policing. Weitzel addresses concerns surrounding automated license plate readers and explains how law enforcement agencies use the tools during criminal investigations

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 policing. Weitzel addresses concerns surrounding automated license plate readers and explains how law enforcement agencies use the tools during criminal investigations

2026 South Side Irish Parade Queen, Erin Larkin

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