Captain Toby Lindo, representing the Chicago Maritime Bicentennial, joins Ray Stevens to discuss a new initiative that introduces young people to the lake and river that helped build Chicago. Lindo explains how the program connects students with the city's maritime history while fostering a deeper appreciation for the waterways that continue to shape the region today

Captain Toby Lindo, representing the Chicago Maritime Bicentennial, joins Ray Stevens to discuss a new initiative that introduces young people to the lake and river that helped build Chicago. Lindo explains how the program connects students with the city's maritime history while fostering a deeper appreciation for the waterways that continue to shape the region today

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;

Captain Toby Lindo Connects Chicago Youth to Their Maritime Heritage

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With Democrats in control, what comes next for America’s southern border? Former Yuma Border Patrol Chief Chris Clem joins Ray to examine the challenges ahead for border security. Chris Plante, host of The Chris Plante Show, discusses the legality of animal sacrifice in Michigan. Maggie Corbett of TPUSA Lake Forest discusses a new student-led organization, Students for Illinois, and its mission to get young people more involved in civics. Plus, Steve Bernas, president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois, sounds the alarm on holiday shopping scams that are already making the rounds.

Key Segments


Chris Plante: The legality of animal sacrifice in Michigan.


Chris Clem: What happens to border security with Democrats in control?


Maggie Corbett: Students for Illinois aims to get young people involved in civics.


Steve Bernas: Holiday shopping scams are already afoot.

With Democrats in control, what comes next for America&rsquo;s southern border? Former Yuma Border Patrol Chief Chris Clem joins Ray to examine the challenges ahead for border security. Chris Plante, host of&nbsp;The Chris Plante Show, discusses the legality of animal sacrifice in Michigan. Maggie Corbett of TPUSA Lake Forest discusses a new student-led organization, Students for Illinois, and its mission to get young people more involved in civics. Plus, Steve Bernas, president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois, sounds the alarm on holiday shopping scams that are already making the rounds.
Key Segments
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Chris Plante: The legality of animal sacrifice in Michigan.
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Chris Clem: What happens to border security with Democrats in control?
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Maggie Corbett: Students for Illinois aims to get young people involved in civics.
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Steve Bernas: Holiday shopping scams are already afoot.
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The Ray Stevens Show (Nov. 11, 2026) | Border Security, Student Activism & Holiday Shopping Scams

Could Chicago be getting a new destination for festivals and concerts? Dylan Sharkey of Illinois Policy joins Ray to discuss growing support for a new entertainment venue in the city. Shannon Adcock of Awake Illinois examines the Illinois Supreme Court’s appointment of Terra Costa Howard as a DuPage County circuit judge and why she believes the decision puts educational freedom in jeopardy.

Key Segments


Dylan Sharkey: Chicagoans favor a new venue for festivals and concerts.


Shannon Adcock: The appointment of Terra Costa Howard as a DuPage County circuit judge and its implications for educational freedom.

Could Chicago be getting a new destination for festivals and concerts? Dylan Sharkey of Illinois Policy joins Ray to discuss growing support for a new entertainment venue in the city. Shannon Adcock of Awake Illinois examines the Illinois Supreme Court&rsquo;s appointment of Terra Costa Howard as a DuPage County circuit judge and why she believes the decision puts educational freedom in jeopardy.
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Dylan Sharkey: Chicagoans favor a new venue for festivals and concerts.
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Shannon Adcock: The appointment of Terra Costa Howard as a DuPage County circuit judge and its implications for educational freedom.
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The Ray Stevens Show (Nov. 10, 2026) | Chicago’s Festival Future & A Battle Over Educational Freedom

John Ullyot, former deputy assistant to President Trump, joins Ray Stevens to discuss what President Trump needs to do to advance his agenda over the next two years. Later, Mary Ann Ahern, political reporter for NBC 5 Chicago, breaks down the fallout from the midterms and explains why attention is already shifting to Chicago's next mayoral race.

Phil Flynn, analyst at Price Futures Group, discusses the sharp decline in gas prices following the midterm elections and the factors driving the market. During Military Monday, Kevin Burke of Illinois Joining Forces highlights programs that connect veterans with housing, employment and other critical resources. Jeff Monosso rounds out the show with a look at what a Democratic-controlled Congress could mean for President Trump's electric vehicle policies.

John Ullyot, former deputy assistant to President Trump, joins Ray Stevens to discuss what President Trump needs to do to advance his agenda over the next two years. Later, Mary Ann Ahern, political reporter for NBC 5 Chicago, breaks down the fallout from the midterms and explains why attention is already shifting to Chicago's next mayoral race.
Phil Flynn, analyst at Price Futures Group, discusses the sharp decline in gas prices following the midterm elections and the factors driving the market. During Military Monday, Kevin Burke of Illinois Joining Forces highlights programs that connect veterans with housing, employment and other critical resources. Jeff Monosso rounds out the show with a look at what a Democratic-controlled Congress could mean for President Trump's electric vehicle policies.

Captain Toby Lindo Connects Chicago Youth to Their Maritime Heritage

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