Dan Zaksheske of OutKick joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss why members of Congress are questioning the WNBA over its treatment of Caitlin Clark. Zaksheske examines the league's handling of its biggest star, the growing concerns over player safety and the broader debate about fairness, media coverage and the future of women's basketball.

Dan Zaksheske of OutKick joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss why members of Congress are questioning the WNBA over its treatment of Caitlin Clark. Zaksheske examines the league's handling of its biggest star, the growing concerns over player safety and the broader debate about fairness, media coverage and the future of women's basketball.

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.

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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. 

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;

Congress Presses the WNBA Over Caitlin Clark Attacks

Amy Swearer, senior legal fellow at Advancing American Freedom, joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss a federal appeals court decision upholding Illinois' assault weapons ban and what it could mean as the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to consider the issue. Swearer explains the constitutional questions at stake, the potential impact on Second Amendment rights and what gun owners should watch next.

Amy Swearer, senior legal fellow at Advancing American Freedom, joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss a federal appeals court decision upholding Illinois' assault weapons ban and what it could mean as the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to consider the issue. Swearer explains the constitutional questions at stake, the potential impact on Second Amendment rights and what gun owners should watch next.

Amy Swearer Breaks Down the Legal Fight Over Illinois' Gun Ban

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Chicago Alderman Brian Hopkins discusses mounting opposition to efforts surrounding the city's controversial parking meter deal and what it could mean for taxpayers. Amy Swearer, senior legal fellow at Advancing American Freedom, analyzes a federal appeals court decision upholding Illinois' assault weapons ban and the significance of the U.S. Supreme Court taking up the issue. OutKick's Dan Zaksheske joins the show to examine congressional scrutiny of the WNBA over its treatment of Caitlin Clark and the broader debate surrounding fairness, media coverage and professional sports.

Key Segments:


Chicago parking meter debate reignites


Federal court upholds Illinois gun ban


Congress questions the WNBA over Caitlin Clark

Chicago Alderman Brian Hopkins discusses mounting opposition to efforts surrounding the city's controversial parking meter deal and what it could mean for taxpayers. Amy Swearer, senior legal fellow at Advancing American Freedom, analyzes a federal appeals court decision upholding Illinois' assault weapons ban and the significance of the U.S. Supreme Court taking up the issue. OutKick's Dan Zaksheske joins the show to examine congressional scrutiny of the WNBA over its treatment of Caitlin Clark and the broader debate surrounding fairness, media coverage and professional sports.
Key Segments:
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Chicago parking meter debate reignites
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Federal court upholds Illinois gun ban
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Congress questions the WNBA over Caitlin Clark
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The Ray Stevens Show (July 14, 2026) | Chicago Parking Meters, Illinois Gun Ban & Caitlin Clark Controversy

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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.
Key Segments:
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<li>
Political reaction to Sen. Lindsey Graham's death
</li>
<li>
Illinois gas tax debate
</li>
<li>
Iran ceasefire collapses
</li>
<li>
Veteran rows to raise suicide awareness
</li>
<li>
Chicago Ducky Derby benefits Special Olympics Illinois
</li>
</ul>

Congress Presses the WNBA Over Caitlin Clark Attacks

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