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

Super Bowl champion Tim Wrightman returns to the Ray Stevens Show to share his memories of Super Bowl XX, outrageous stories of his visit to New Orleans, and his pick for the winner of this year's contest between the Patriots and the Seahawks.

Super Bowl champion Tim Wrightman returns to the Ray Stevens Show to share his memories of Super Bowl XX, outrageous stories of his visit to New Orleans, and his pick for the winner of this year's contest between the Patriots and the Seahawks.

Super Bowl XX memories with '85 Bears TE Tim Wrightman

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Today on the Big 89, we're discussing the controversy surrounding the Genoa Kingston School District's Turning Point USA event. The event, part of the National History Rocks tour, has been scheduled for 2:30 PM, but the teachers' union is raising concerns about safety and transparency. We'll dive into the details of the event and the union's concerns, as well as the reaction from local officials and community members. We'll also touch on the broader implications of the event and the role of Turning Point USA in the community.

Today on the Big 89, we're discussing the controversy surrounding the Genoa Kingston School District's Turning Point USA event. The event, part of the National History Rocks tour, has been scheduled for 2:30 PM, but the teachers' union is raising concerns about safety and transparency. We'll dive into the details of the event and the union's concerns, as well as the reaction from local officials and community members. We'll also touch on the broader implications of the event and the role of Turning Point USA in the community.

The Ray Stevens Show - Thursday, February 5th 2026

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The week keep's rockin' and rollin' on another big show with Ray and Nick!

Retired Police Chief Tom Weitzel joins Ray and Nick to expose another woke policy making its way through Springfield, this time targeting former border patrol agents.

Introduced by Sen. Laura Fine (D-Glenview), SB2820 would ban Illinois law enforcement from hiring experienced border patrol agents as a rebuke of ICE and the Trump administration. Weitzel explains how the bill is plainly discriminatory and why it would deal a deadly blow to local agencies.

For more information, visit awakeil.com.

Arizona restaurant owner Jorge Rivas talks about his support for ICE operations around the country and why he's offering a free meal to all law enforcement that visits his establishment, Sammy's Mexican Grill.

And Stacey Wahlberg, President and Co-Founder of Cal's Angels joins Ray to share the story of her stepson Cal Sutter, a budding baseball star who was diagnosed with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia at only 12 years-old.

While Cal tragically lost his battle, his life has inspired a movement to bring greater awareness and research into pediatric cancers. You too can join the fight at the 20th Annual Hope Gala on February 28th at Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace. For tickets and information, visit calsangels.org/event/gala

The week keep's rockin' and rollin' on another big show with Ray and Nick!
Retired Police Chief Tom Weitzel joins Ray and Nick to expose another woke policy making its way through Springfield, this time targeting former border patrol agents.
Introduced by Sen. Laura Fine (D-Glenview), SB2820 would ban Illinois law enforcement from hiring experienced border patrol agents as a rebuke of ICE and the Trump administration. Weitzel explains how the bill is plainly discriminatory and why it would deal a deadly blow to local agencies.
For more information, visit <a href="https://www.awakeil.com/post/another-woke-overreach-sen-laura-fine-s-sb2820-blocks-qualified-officers~time-to-rise-up-and-win-a">awakeil.com</a>.
Arizona restaurant owner&nbsp;Jorge Rivas talks about his support for ICE operations around the country and why he's offering a free meal to all law enforcement that visits his establishment,&nbsp;Sammy's Mexican Grill.
And Stacey&nbsp;Wahlberg, President and Co-Founder of Cal's Angels joins Ray to share the story of her stepson Cal Sutter, a budding baseball star who was diagnosed with Acute Myelogenous Leukemia at only 12 years-old.
While Cal tragically lost his battle, his life has inspired a movement to bring greater awareness and research into pediatric cancers. You too can join the fight at the&nbsp;20th Annual Hope Gala on February 28th at Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace. For tickets and information, visit <a href="https://www.calsangels.org/event/gala">calsangels.org/event/gala</a>

The Ray Stevens Show - Wednesday, February 4th 2026

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

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