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Slain Loyola University Student Shocks Rogers Park Community
Retired Riverside Police Chief Tom Weitzel joins Ray and Nick to talk about the tragic shooting of an 18-year-old Loyola student and why the failure to bring in a perp despite multiple calls describing his whereabouts lays in the lap of Mayor Johnson and his hamstringing of public safety protocol.
05:54
Local Scout Plans Memorial to Veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan
Nathan Jackiw, a 14 year old Life Scout from Troop 270 in Frankfort, joins Ray and Nick to share the massive project he has planned for his Eagle Scout project and how he'll be paying tribute to veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan. For more on Nathan and his project, visit www.nathanseagleproject.com
09:02
VSiN's Josh Applebaum shares tips on how to bet smarter during March Madness
Betting analyst Josh Applebaum gets you ready for March Madness with his tips on how to bet with your brain instead of your heart and explains why he prefers to go against conventional wisdom when making his picks.
08:25
Attacks on Oil Facilities Rattle Energy Markets
Phil Flynn, energy analyst for the Price Futures Group, joins Ray and Nick to talk about the state of the energy market following large strikes on oil facilities in Iran and Saudi Arabia and why the price of gas in the U.S. is so rattled by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
06:41
Remembering Orion Samuelson, Chicago Broadcast Legend
Max Armstrong joins Ray and Nick to remember the life and work of Orion Samuelson, the beloved Chicago broadcaster who covered agriculture and business like no one else could.
13:45
Family of Rev. Jesse Jackson Walks Back Posthumous Endorsement of Juliana Stratton
NBC 5's veteran political reporter Mary Ann Ahern joins Ray and Nick to discuss the strange controversy surrounding Rev. Jesse Jackson's endorsement of Senate hopeful Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and why the late Reverend's family is clarifying the apparent thumbs up towards Stratton's campaign.
06:38
IL Pollster Rod McCulloch Previews Primary Elections
Rod McCulloch of Victory Research joins Ray and Nick to give his final poll before election night and shares the different storylines running through each campaign.
08:45
Military Monday: New Program Coming to Elmhurst pairs Chicagoland Veterans with Grammy-winning Nashville Songwriters
Laura Michaud, Encore Center for Performing Arts Board Secretary and a founding board member, joins Ray and Nick to talk about partnering with Freedom Sings USA to bring the program to Chicagoland veterans during Memorial Day week 2026. Pairing vets with songwriters, songs are written in one day an…
10:21
Navigating New Tax Laws in 2026
Tax Day is less than a month away and there's plenty of new deductions you can take to save money and get a healthy return thanks to the Big Beautiful Bill. Tax attorney Dimitra Anderson joins Ray an Nick to share some insight into the new laws and how to get the most on your tax return.
07:06
Market Volatility and Future Innovations
Jonathan Hoenig of Capitalist Pig, joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss current market trends, economic challenges, and technological advancements. Jonathan highlights the significant fluctuations in oil prices, noting a recent peak near $98 a barrel before settling around $93. He links these shif…
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