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.

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;

Chief Melinda Linas on Trauma Recovery and First Responder Wellness

Gov. Mike Braun, governor of Indiana, joins Ray Stevens to discuss new Lake County "one-stop shops" designed to help residents recover from recent storms and access critical assistance services. Later, Mary Ann Ahern, political reporter for NBC 5 Chicago, breaks down Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker's announcement that he has been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes and is undergoing GLP-1 treatment.

Steven E. Moore of the Ukraine Freedom Project discusses Ukraine's strike on a key oil field outside Moscow and whether it could affect Russia's war effort. Eben Brown, Fox News Radio correspondent, reports on protests that erupt following an ICE-related shooting in Austin, Texas

Gov. Mike Braun, governor of Indiana, joins Ray Stevens to discuss new Lake County "one-stop shops" designed to help residents recover from recent storms and access critical assistance services. Later, Mary Ann Ahern, political reporter for NBC 5 Chicago, breaks down Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker's announcement that he has been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes and is undergoing GLP-1 treatment.
Steven E. Moore of the Ukraine Freedom Project discusses Ukraine's strike on a key oil field outside Moscow and whether it could affect Russia's war effort. Eben Brown, Fox News Radio correspondent, reports on protests that erupt following an ICE-related shooting in Austin, Texas

The Ray Stevens Show (Sept. 22, 2026) | Indiana Storm Recovery, Pritzker's Health Update & Ukraine's Strike on Russia

Mary Ann Ahern, political reporter for NBC 5 Chicago, joins Ray Stevens to discuss Gov. J.B. Pritzker's announcement that he has Type 2 diabetes and is receiving GLP-1 treatment. Ahern examines the political reaction and what the disclosure means for the governor moving forward.

Mary Ann Ahern, political reporter for NBC 5 Chicago, joins Ray Stevens to discuss Gov. J.B. Pritzker's announcement that he has Type 2 diabetes and is receiving GLP-1 treatment. Ahern examines the political reaction and what the disclosure means for the governor moving forward.

Gov. Pritzker Reveals Type 2 Diabetes Diagnosis, GLP-1 Treatment

Gov. Mike Braun joins Ray Stevens to discuss Indiana's response to recent severe weather and the launch of Lake County "one-stop shops" that connect residents with recovery assistance. Braun explains how the initiative helps communities navigate the rebuilding process and access needed resources.

Gov. Mike Braun joins Ray Stevens to discuss Indiana's response to recent severe weather and the launch of Lake County "one-stop shops" that connect residents with recovery assistance. Braun explains how the initiative helps communities navigate the rebuilding process and access needed resources.

Chief Melinda Linas on Trauma Recovery and First Responder Wellness

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