42nd Ward Alderman Brendan Reilly joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss how Mayor Brandon Johnson's rookie mistakes are hitting taxpayers’ wallets, the frustrations of having no say in CPS management, and how the CPD can tackle staffing shortages during a budget freeze.

42nd Ward Alderman Brendan Reilly joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss how Mayor Brandon Johnson's rookie mistakes are hitting taxpayers’ wallets, the frustrations of having no say in CPS management, and how the CPD can tackle staffing shortages during a budget freeze.

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’s Future at Stake: Is It Too Late for the Mayor to Turn Things Around?

Energy analyst and Fox Business contributor Phil Flynn joins The Ray Stevens Show to explain why oil prices are falling and what it could mean for consumers. Flynn breaks down the factors driving energy markets, including global supply, geopolitical tensions, and economic demand, while addressing the question on every driver's mind: when will lower oil prices translate into cheaper gas at the pump?

Energy analyst and Fox Business contributor Phil Flynn joins The Ray Stevens Show to explain why oil prices are falling and what it could mean for consumers. Flynn breaks down the factors driving energy markets, including global supply, geopolitical tensions, and economic demand, while addressing the question on every driver's mind: when will lower oil prices translate into cheaper gas at the pump?

Oil Prices Are Falling—So Why Aren’t Gas Prices Dropping Faster?

Terri Esch joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss an upcoming blood drive honoring her son, Jimmy Esch, on June 25. Esch shares Jimmy’s story and explains how donating blood can make a life-saving difference for patients and families facing medical emergencies. The conversation highlights the importance of community involvement, blood donation awareness, and supporting those in need through simple acts of generosity.

Location: Worth Township Big Gym
11601 S. Pulaski Road, Alsip, IL

Please enter through the doors with RED signs by big gym in parking lot

THURSDAY, JUNE 22nd
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

To schedule your donation, visit communityblood.org/donor.
Click “Donate Now” and search for sponsor code CS41.
You may also call 800-280-4102.

Terri Esch joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss an upcoming blood drive honoring her son, Jimmy Esch, on June 25. Esch shares Jimmy&rsquo;s story and explains how donating blood can make a life-saving difference for patients and families facing medical emergencies. The conversation highlights the importance of community involvement, blood donation awareness, and supporting those in need through simple acts of generosity.
Location: Worth Township Big Gym 11601 S. Pulaski Road, Alsip, IL
Please enter through the doors with RED signs by big gym in parking lot
THURSDAY, JUNE 22nd 10:00 AM &ndash; 3:00 PM
To schedule your donation, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.communityblood.org/DONOR/">communityblood.org/donor</a>. Click &ldquo;Donate Now&rdquo; and search for sponsor code CS41. You may also call&nbsp;800-280-4102.

Honoring Jimmy Esch: Community Blood Drive Aims to Save Lives and Give Back

Energy analyst and Fox Business contributor Phil Flynn explains why oil prices are falling and whether Americans can expect relief at the gas pump in the weeks ahead. Illinois State Representative Nicole La Ha joins the show to discuss the state budget, efforts to combat human trafficking, and new debt protection measures impacting Illinois families. Later, Terri Esch shares the story behind an upcoming blood drive honoring her son, Jimmy Esch, and the importance of community support during difficult times. The show wraps up with Charles Lipson, Professor Emeritus at the University of Chicago, who examines the possibility of the Iran conflict winding down and what the outcome could mean for stability in the Middle East and U.S. foreign policy.

Key Segments:


Oil prices fall and gas price outlook


Illinois budget, human trafficking, and debt protections


Blood drive for Jimmy Esch


Iran conflict and Middle East stability

Energy analyst and Fox Business contributor Phil Flynn explains why oil prices are falling and whether Americans can expect relief at the gas pump in the weeks ahead. Illinois State Representative Nicole La Ha joins the show to discuss the state budget, efforts to combat human trafficking, and new debt protection measures impacting Illinois families. Later, Terri Esch shares the story behind an upcoming blood drive honoring her son, Jimmy Esch, and the importance of community support during difficult times. The show wraps up with Charles Lipson, Professor Emeritus at the University of Chicago, who examines the possibility of the Iran conflict winding down and what the outcome could mean for stability in the Middle East and U.S. foreign policy.
Key Segments:
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Oil prices fall and gas price outlook
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Illinois budget, human trafficking, and debt protections
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Blood drive for Jimmy Esch
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Iran conflict and Middle East stability
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Chicago’s Future at Stake: Is It Too Late for the Mayor to Turn Things Around?

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