The Ray Stevens Show covers the latest headlines in Illinois politics, international relations, and national security. Dylan Sharkey of the Illinois Policy Institute discusses new data showing Chicago’s population has increased for a third straight year, though overall growth continues to slow. Shannon Adcock of Awake Illinois joins the show to discuss a lawsuit against an Algonquin school district accused of helping a child transition genders without parental knowledge. Fox News Radio’s Jonathan Savage provides updates on Iran negotiations following China’s recent state visit, while John Turrentine highlights the “21 for 21 Memorial Shoot” supporting the Abraham Lincoln Memorial Squad during Military Monday. Later, Fox News Radio reporter Jeff Monosso explains growing concerns among lawmakers about national security risks tied to Chinese-made vehicles entering the U.S. market.

Key Segments:


Chicago population growth trends


Algonquin school district lawsuit


Iran negotiations after China visit


Security concerns over Chinese vehicles

The Ray Stevens Show covers the latest headlines in Illinois politics, international relations, and national security. Dylan Sharkey of the Illinois Policy Institute discusses new data showing Chicago&rsquo;s population has increased for a third straight year, though overall growth continues to slow. Shannon Adcock of Awake Illinois joins the show to discuss a lawsuit against an Algonquin school district accused of helping a child transition genders without parental knowledge. Fox News Radio&rsquo;s Jonathan Savage provides updates on Iran negotiations following China&rsquo;s recent state visit, while John Turrentine highlights the &ldquo;21 for 21 Memorial Shoot&rdquo; supporting the Abraham Lincoln Memorial Squad during Military Monday. Later, Fox News Radio reporter Jeff Monosso explains growing concerns among lawmakers about national security risks tied to Chinese-made vehicles entering the U.S. market.
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Chicago population growth trends
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Algonquin school district lawsuit
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Iran negotiations after China visit
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Security concerns over Chinese vehicles
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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.

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;

The Ray Stevens Show (May 18, 2026) | Chicago Population Growth, Iran Talks & Chinese Car Security Concerns

David Hochberg of Team Hochberg joins for his regular visit to the Ray Stevens Show and shares his new position as a director with the Northbrook Veterans Center and how a recent Illinois house bill is a misguided attempt to improve the housing market.

David Hochberg of Team Hochberg joins for his regular visit to the Ray Stevens Show and shares his new position as a director with the Northbrook Veterans Center and how a recent Illinois house bill is a misguided attempt to improve the housing market.

David Hochberg talks Northbrook Veterans Center and the Illinois House Bill that will ruin the housing market

The Ray Stevens Show gets listeners ready for Memorial Day weekend with conversations focused on travel, gas prices, and the economy. Energy analyst Phil Flynn breaks down what drivers can expect at the pump heading into one of the busiest travel weekends of the year and explains the latest trends impacting fuel prices nationwide. Washington Post travel reporter Natalie Compton joins the show to discuss Memorial Day travel demand and debunk a viral airline ticket “hack” making the rounds online. Mortgage expert David Hochberg also stops by with updates on interest rates, home buying, and the current housing market outlook. Plus, another edition of “Buy, Sell, Hold,” sponsored by Advanced Hair Solutions.

Key Segments:


Memorial Day weekend gas prices


Viral airline ticket hack debunked


Housing market and mortgage updates


Buy, Sell, Hold 

The Ray Stevens Show gets listeners ready for Memorial Day weekend with conversations focused on travel, gas prices, and the economy. Energy analyst Phil Flynn breaks down what drivers can expect at the pump heading into one of the busiest travel weekends of the year and explains the latest trends impacting fuel prices nationwide. Washington Post travel reporter Natalie Compton joins the show to discuss Memorial Day travel demand and debunk a viral airline ticket &ldquo;hack&rdquo; making the rounds online. Mortgage expert David Hochberg also stops by with updates on interest rates, home buying, and the current housing market outlook. Plus, another edition of &ldquo;Buy, Sell, Hold,&rdquo; sponsored by Advanced Hair Solutions.
Key Segments:
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<li>
Memorial Day weekend gas prices
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<li>
Viral airline ticket hack debunked
</li>
<li>
Housing market and mortgage updates
</li>
<li>
Buy, Sell, Hold&nbsp;
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</ul>

The Ray Stevens Show (May 21, 2026) | Memorial Day Gas Prices, Travel Hacks & Housing Market Talk

The Ray Stevens Show covers the latest political headlines, free speech debates, and changing workforce trends. Chris Plante joins the program, while Fox News Radio’s Jonathan Savage discusses Vladimir Putin’s trip to China shortly after President Trump’s recent visit, raising new questions about global alliances and international strategy. Terry Newsome breaks down controversy surrounding a GOP event at an Addison restaurant that was reportedly canceled following complaints from Democrats, sparking debate over political pressure and viewpoint discrimination. Later, Fox News Radio’s Jeff Monosso provides updates on efforts by attorneys for Charlie Kirk’s alleged killer to seal evidence in the case. The show also features career coach Monique DeMonaco discussing why more parents are paying for professional coaching services to help their children land jobs in a competitive economy.

Key Segments:


Putin’s China visit after Trump trip


GOP event canceled after complaints


Charlie Kirk case evidence dispute


Parents hiring career coaches for kids

The Ray Stevens Show covers the latest political headlines, free speech debates, and changing workforce trends. Chris Plante joins the program, while Fox News Radio&rsquo;s Jonathan Savage discusses Vladimir Putin&rsquo;s trip to China shortly after President Trump&rsquo;s recent visit, raising new questions about global alliances and international strategy. Terry Newsome breaks down controversy surrounding a GOP event at an Addison restaurant that was reportedly canceled following complaints from Democrats, sparking debate over political pressure and viewpoint discrimination. Later, Fox News Radio&rsquo;s Jeff Monosso provides updates on efforts by attorneys for Charlie Kirk&rsquo;s alleged killer to seal evidence in the case. The show also features career coach Monique DeMonaco discussing why more parents are paying for professional coaching services to help their children land jobs in a competitive economy.
Key Segments:
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<li>
Putin&rsquo;s China visit after Trump trip
</li>
<li>
GOP event canceled after complaints
</li>
<li>
Charlie Kirk case evidence dispute
</li>
<li>
Parents hiring career coaches for kids
</li>
</ul>

The Ray Stevens Show (May 18, 2026) | Chicago Population Growth, Iran Talks & Chinese Car Security Concerns

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