Becky Cavanagh, ambassador for the 2026 Chicago Ducky Derby, and Pete Beale-DelVecchio, president and CEO of Special Olympics Illinois, join The Ray Stevens Show to preview one of Chicago's biggest summer fundraisers. The Chicago Ducky Derby takes place Thursday, Aug. 6, with the Derby Festival from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Pioneer Court, 401 N. Michigan Ave. The iconic Duck Drop begins at 1 p.m. from the Columbus Drive Bridge, with proceeds benefiting Special Olympics Illinois athletes across the state. Learn more or adopt a duck at ChicagoDuckyDerby.com.

Becky Cavanagh, ambassador for the 2026 Chicago Ducky Derby, and Pete Beale-DelVecchio, president and CEO of Special Olympics Illinois, join The Ray Stevens Show to preview one of Chicago's biggest summer fundraisers. The&nbsp;Chicago Ducky Derby takes place Thursday, Aug. 6, with the Derby Festival from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Pioneer Court, 401 N. Michigan Ave. The iconic Duck Drop begins at 1 p.m. from the Columbus Drive Bridge, with proceeds benefiting Special Olympics Illinois athletes across the state. Learn more or adopt a duck at <a href="https://www.duckrace.com/Chicago/?utm_source=chatgpt.com">ChicagoDuckyDerby.com</a>.

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;

Chicago Ducky Derby Returns Aug. 6 to Benefit Special Olympics Illinois

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The Ray Stevens Show (July 13, 2026) | Illinois Gas Tax, Iran Conflict & Fighting Veteran SuicideThe Ray Stevens Show covers the latest developments in Illinois politics, national security and veteran advocacy. Fox News Radio’s Jessica Rosenthal reports on the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham at age 71 and the political reaction in Washington. Dylan Sharkey of Illinois Policy discusses claims that Gov. J.B. Pritzker doubled Illinois' gas tax while unspent transportation funds continue to accumulate. Retired Brig. Gen. Richard Newton analyzes renewed fighting between Iran and Israel after the collapse of the ceasefire. During Military Monday, U.S. Army veteran Sean Dillard shares his "Oarsome Odyssey" mission to raise awareness and help prevent veteran suicide. The show also highlights the 2026 Chicago Ducky Derby with Becky Cavanagh and Pete Beale-DelVecchio of Special Olympics Illinois.

Key Segments:


Political reaction to Sen. Lindsey Graham's death


Illinois gas tax debate


Iran ceasefire collapses


Veteran rows to raise suicide awareness


Chicago Ducky Derby benefits Special Olympics Illinois

Episode Title: The Ray Stevens Show (July 13, 2026) | Illinois Gas Tax, Iran Conflict &amp; Fighting Veteran SuicideThe Ray Stevens Show covers the latest developments in Illinois politics, national security and veteran advocacy. Fox News Radio&rsquo;s Jessica Rosenthal reports on the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham at age 71 and the political reaction in Washington. Dylan Sharkey of Illinois Policy discusses claims that Gov. J.B. Pritzker doubled Illinois' gas tax while unspent transportation funds continue to accumulate. Retired Brig. Gen. Richard Newton analyzes renewed fighting between Iran and Israel after the collapse of the ceasefire. During Military Monday, U.S. Army veteran Sean Dillard shares his "Oarsome Odyssey" mission to raise awareness and help prevent veteran suicide. The show also highlights the 2026 Chicago Ducky Derby with Becky Cavanagh and Pete Beale-DelVecchio of Special Olympics Illinois.
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Political reaction to Sen. Lindsey Graham's death
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Illinois gas tax debate
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Iran ceasefire collapses
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Veteran rows to raise suicide awareness
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Chicago Ducky Derby benefits Special Olympics Illinois
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The Ray Stevens Show (July 13, 2026) | Ray and Nick's Return, Illinois Gas Tax & Fighting Veteran Suicide

U.S. Army veteran Sean Dillard joins The Ray Stevens Show for Military Monday to discuss his "Oarsome Odyssey," a 6,000-mile journey through America's Great Loop to raise awareness about veteran suicide. Dillard shares why the mission is personal, how the expedition is honoring those who've served and how listeners can support the cause. Learn more, donate or follow the journey at OarsomeOdyssey.org.

U.S. Army veteran Sean Dillard joins The Ray Stevens Show for Military Monday to discuss his&nbsp;"Oarsome Odyssey," a 6,000-mile journey through America's Great Loop to raise awareness about veteran suicide. Dillard shares why the mission is personal, how the expedition is honoring those who've served and how listeners can support the cause. Learn more, donate or follow the journey at <a href="https://oarsomeodyssey.org/?utm_source=chatgpt.com">OarsomeOdyssey.org</a>.

Military Monday: Sean Dillard's 6,000-Mile Mission to End Veteran Suicide

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Guest host Jonathan Hoenig leads The Ray Stevens Show with conversations on energy, crime, foreign policy and the economy. Fox News Radio’s Tonya Powers discusses a multistate lawsuit seeking $1.4 trillion in penalties over allegations involving child social media addiction. Energy analyst Phil Flynn explains why gas prices are falling and whether drivers can expect the trend to continue. Retired Riverside Police Chief Tom Weitzel calls for stronger protections for law enforcement following a rise in deadly attacks on police officers. Charles Lipson previews the NATO summit in Turkey and the goals for the United States, while Fox News Radio’s Jeff Monosso examines Toyota's multibillion-dollar investment in Texas and its decision to shift Tacoma production from Mexico.

Key Segments:


States sue over child social media addiction


Will lower gas prices last?


Calls for the Protect and Serve Act


NATO summit and Toyota's U.S. investment

Guest host Jonathan Hoenig leads The Ray Stevens Show with conversations on energy, crime, foreign policy and the economy. Fox News Radio&rsquo;s Tonya Powers discusses a multistate lawsuit seeking $1.4 trillion in penalties over allegations involving child social media addiction. Energy analyst Phil Flynn explains why gas prices are falling and whether drivers can expect the trend to continue. Retired Riverside Police Chief Tom Weitzel calls for stronger protections for law enforcement following a rise in deadly attacks on police officers. Charles Lipson previews the NATO summit in Turkey and the goals for the United States, while Fox News Radio&rsquo;s Jeff Monosso examines Toyota's multibillion-dollar investment in Texas and its decision to shift Tacoma production from Mexico.
Key Segments:
<ul>
<li>
States sue over child social media addiction
</li>
<li>
Will lower gas prices last?
</li>
<li>
Calls for the Protect and Serve Act
</li>
<li>
NATO summit and Toyota's U.S. investment
</li>
</ul>

Chicago Ducky Derby Returns Aug. 6 to Benefit Special Olympics Illinois

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