Brian Matz, director of retail operations for Illinois at Belle Tire, joins guest host Andrea Darlas to share essential tips for summer road trips. Matz explains how drivers can avoid breakdowns by checking their tires, brakes, battery and fluids before hitting the road, helping families travel safely during the busy vacation season.

Brian Matz, director of retail operations for Illinois at Belle Tire, joins guest host Andrea Darlas to share essential tips for summer road trips. Matz explains how drivers can avoid breakdowns by checking their tires, brakes, battery and fluids before hitting the road, helping families travel safely during the busy vacation season.

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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.

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;

Belle Tire's Brian Matz Shares Summer Road Trip Safety Tips

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Guest host Andrea Darlas leads The Ray Stevens Show with conversations on national security, summer travel, law enforcement and veteran entrepreneurship. Fox News Radio’s Eben Brown provides the latest update on U.S.-Iran negotiations and what recent developments could mean for the Middle East. Brian Matz of Belle Tire shares tips to help drivers prepare their vehicles for safe summer road trips, while Melinda Linas, police chief of Lindenhurst, discusses local law enforcement issues and community policing. During Military Monday, Lynn Lowder of the Veterans Business Project explains how the organization helps veterans transition into successful business owners. The show wraps up with Fox News Radio’s Tonya Powers, who previews the United States' World Cup matchup against Belgium and discusses the latest tournament headlines.

Key Segments:


Latest on U.S.-Iran negotiations


Summer road trip safety tips


Military Monday: Helping veterans become entrepreneurs


USA vs. Belgium World Cup preview

 

Guest host Andrea Darlas leads The Ray Stevens Show with conversations on national security, summer travel, law enforcement and veteran entrepreneurship. Fox News Radio&rsquo;s Eben Brown provides the latest update on U.S.-Iran negotiations and what recent developments could mean for the Middle East. Brian Matz of Belle Tire shares tips to help drivers prepare their vehicles for safe summer road trips, while Melinda Linas, police chief of Lindenhurst, discusses local law enforcement issues and community policing. During Military Monday, Lynn Lowder of the Veterans Business Project explains how the organization helps veterans transition into successful business owners. The show wraps up with Fox News Radio&rsquo;s Tonya Powers, who previews the United States' World Cup matchup against Belgium and discusses the latest tournament headlines.
Key Segments:
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Latest on U.S.-Iran negotiations
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Summer road trip safety tips
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Military Monday: Helping veterans become entrepreneurs
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USA vs. Belgium World Cup preview
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</ul>
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The Ray Stevens Show (July 6, 2026) | Iran Negotiations, World Cup Fever & Helping Veterans Succeed

Melinda Linas, police chief of Lindenhurst, joins guest host Andrea Darlas to discuss first responder mental health, sharing her personal journey of overcoming trauma and raising awareness about the often-overlooked signs of traumatic stress. Linas also previews National Night Out on Aug. 4 and other community events that strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the public.

Melinda Linas, police chief of Lindenhurst, joins guest host Andrea Darlas to discuss first responder mental health, sharing her personal journey of overcoming trauma and raising awareness about the often-overlooked signs of traumatic stress. Linas also previews National Night Out on Aug. 4 and other community events that strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the public.

Chief Melinda Linas on Trauma Recovery and First Responder Wellness

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Fox News Radio’s Eben Brown discusses Qatar’s report that U.S.-Iran talks are progressing, along with reports of a military helicopter crash near Iran and what both developments could mean for regional stability. Mortgage expert David Hochberg provides the latest housing and lending insights, while economist Stephen Moore breaks down the economic issues affecting American families. Flavia Pallozzi of Timeless Toys joins the show to highlight American-made heritage toys as the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary. Illinois State Rep. Joe Sosnowski explains why he believes the new Illinois budget is placing an even greater financial burden on working families.

Key Segments:


U.S.-Iran talks and Middle East developments


Housing and economic outlook


Celebrating America's 250th with American-made toys


Illinois budget debate

Fox News Radio&rsquo;s Eben Brown discusses Qatar&rsquo;s report that U.S.-Iran talks are progressing, along with reports of a military helicopter crash near Iran and what both developments could mean for regional stability. Mortgage expert David Hochberg provides the latest housing and lending insights, while economist Stephen Moore breaks down the economic issues affecting American families. Flavia Pallozzi of Timeless Toys joins the show to highlight American-made heritage toys as the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary. Illinois State Rep. Joe Sosnowski explains why he believes the new Illinois budget is placing an even greater financial burden on working families.
Key Segments:
<ul>
<li>
U.S.-Iran talks and Middle East developments
</li>
<li>
Housing and economic outlook
</li>
<li>
Celebrating America's 250th with American-made toys
</li>
<li>
Illinois budget debate
</li>
</ul>

Belle Tire's Brian Matz Shares Summer Road Trip Safety Tips

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