Erica Borggren, Chairwoman of Illinois Joining Forces, joins the Ray Stevens Show to explore how veterans can turn their military experience into meaningful careers. She also shares tips on supporting veterans who may be struggling and highlights Operation Connect-A-Vet, a vital program running through December to help veterans overcome isolation and find community during the holidays.

Erica Borggren, Chairwoman of Illinois Joining Forces, joins the Ray Stevens Show to explore how veterans can turn their military experience into meaningful careers. She also shares tips on supporting veterans who may be struggling and highlights Operation Connect-A-Vet, a vital program running through December to help veterans overcome isolation and find community during the holidays.

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;

Operation Connect-A-Vet: Helping Families and Friends Support Veterans with Ease

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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.
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States sue over child social media addiction
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Will lower gas prices last?
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Calls for the Protect and Serve Act
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NATO summit and Toyota's U.S. investment
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The Ray Stevens Show (July 8, 2026) | Gas Prices, Cop Killings & NATO's Next Move

Retired Riverside Police Chief Tom Weitzel joins guest host Jonathan Hoenig to discuss the recent rise in deadly attacks on law enforcement officers and why he believes Congress should pass the Protect and Serve Act. Weitzel explains how stronger legal protections for police could help deter violence against officers and why supporting law enforcement is essential to maintaining public safety.

Retired Riverside Police Chief Tom Weitzel joins guest host Jonathan Hoenig to discuss the recent rise in deadly attacks on law enforcement officers and why he believes Congress should pass the Protect and Serve Act. Weitzel explains how stronger legal protections for police could help deter violence against officers and why supporting law enforcement is essential to maintaining public safety.

Tom Weitzel: Rising Attacks on Police Demand Action

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Guest host Andrea Darlas leads The Ray Stevens Show with discussions on government reform, Illinois politics, public health and Chicago business. Fox News Radio’s Eben Brown examines the decision to deactivate DOGE on July 4 and whether the agency achieved its mission. Illinois House candidate Gabby Shannahan joins the show to discuss her campaign for the 97th District. Monica Scott of Bally's Chicago provides an update on community engagement surrounding the city's casino project. Becky Smith, an epidemiologist at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, shares practical advice on protecting yourself from ticks during peak summer season. The show concludes with Giovanna Capitanini of Cafe Pisolino, who discusses carrying on her family's restaurant tradition as a fourth-generation owner.

Key Segments:


Did DOGE accomplish its mission?


Illinois House race in the 97th District


Tick safety during the summer


A fourth-generation family restaurant story

Guest host Andrea Darlas leads The Ray Stevens Show with discussions on government reform, Illinois politics, public health and Chicago business. Fox News Radio&rsquo;s Eben Brown examines the decision to deactivate DOGE on July 4 and whether the agency achieved its mission. Illinois House candidate Gabby Shannahan joins the show to discuss her campaign for the 97th District. Monica Scott of Bally's Chicago provides an update on community engagement surrounding the city's casino project. Becky Smith, an epidemiologist at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, shares practical advice on protecting yourself from ticks during peak summer season. The show concludes with Giovanna Capitanini of Cafe Pisolino, who discusses carrying on her family's restaurant tradition as a fourth-generation owner.
Key Segments:
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Did DOGE accomplish its mission?
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Illinois House race in the 97th District
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<li>
Tick safety during the summer
</li>
<li>
A fourth-generation family restaurant story
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</ul>

Operation Connect-A-Vet: Helping Families and Friends Support Veterans with Ease

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