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Paul Rutherford, Chairman of Cook County Crime Stoppers, joins Ray Stevens to talk about the tragic murder of Kiara Jenkins, a mother of 5 who was killed on her way Mt. Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church early Sunday morning. 

The organization is offering a $10,000 reward for information that leads to the indictment or arrest of the person responsible.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call 1-(800) 535-STOP(7867).

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Gov. Mike Braun of Indiana joins the Ray Stevens Show to discuss his plans to bring the Chicago Bears to the Hoosier state and blasts Gov. Pritzker and Mayor Johnson for fumbling a deal with the organization.

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As unrest continues in Minneapolis, Ret. Riverside Chief Tom Weitzel joins Ray Stevens to discuss the chaos and what steps law enforcement can take to keep the peace and protect places like churches from being overrun by protesters.

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It's a wild weather Wednesday on The Ray Stevens Show, and Ray is not letting the cold weather cool off his standing bet with Nick Gale.

Father Dan Brandt, chaplain for the Chicago Police Department, joins Ray Stevens to talk about faith, service and how he got the invite to bless Soldier Field before the Wild Card win against Green Bay and the upcoming faceoff versus the L.A. Rams.

State Representative Nicole La Ha (R-Lemont) is inviting the community to help brighten the day of local veterans with her “Valentines for Veterans” card drive. Running now through February 13, the drive encourages residents of all ages to write heartfelt messages of appreciation for the men and women who’ve served our country.

And Ray details a massive giveaway coming this Friday for one lucky Bears fan.

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State Representative Nicole La Ha (R-Lemont) is inviting the community to help brighten the day of local veterans with her “Valentines for Veterans” card drive. Running now through February 13, the drive encourages residents of all ages to write heartfelt messages of appreciation for the men and women who’ve served our country.

She joins Ray Stevens to talk about why it's so important to show love to our veterans and how you can participate in the big drive.

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Father Dan Brandt, chaplain for the Chicago Police Department, joins Ray Stevens to talk about faith, service and how he got the invite to bless Soldier Field before the Wild Card win against Green Bay and the upcoming faceoff versus the L.A. Rams.

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It's Tirade Tuesday on the Ray Stevens Show and the gripes are coming in hot.

Chief Chris Clem, former Chief Patrol Agent of the U.S. Border Patrol in Yuma, AZ, joins Ray to talk about the state of the southern border, the reduction of illegal border crossings as a result of stronger enforcement, and the overwhelming vitriol aimed at immigration agents carrying out lawful orders.

Heritage Foundation chief economist E.J. Antoni joins Ray to discuss the DOJ's probe into the Federal Reserve's spending on renovations and whether this investigation is to expose corruption or part of President Trump's spat with Powell over interest rates.

Plus, listeners slam people using the wrong cheese graters and broadcast legend Max Armstrong chimes in on the scourge of solar panels.

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Heritage Foundation chief economist E.J. Antoni joins Ray to discuss the DOJ's probe into the Federal Reserve's spending on renovations and whether this investigation is to expose corruption or part of President Trump's spat with Powell over interest rates.

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Chief Chris Clem, former Chief Patrol Agent of the U.S. Border Patrol in Yuma, AZ, joins Ray to talk about the state of the southern border, the reduction of illegal border crossings as a result of stronger enforcement, and the overwhelming vitriol aimed at immigration agents carrying out lawful orders.

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Todd Achterberg from the International Snowmobile Association joins Ray to talk about honoring our veterans with the Wisconsin Military Snowmobile Ride on January 19th.

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NBC 5 Chicago's Mike Berman breaks down the incredible Bears victory over Green Bay and looks ahead to the battle against L.A.

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Ray and Nick celebrate a Bears victory Monday and bring you the latest news from around the country and the world.

John Ullyot, former Deputy Assistant to President Trump, brings his thoughts on the ongoing protests in Iran, how President Trump is calculating the U.S. response, and how this can upend the current oppressive regime in Iran.

Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie breaks down a new energy law passed in Springfield and what it means for Illinois' energy future.

And NBC 5 Chicago's Mike Berman breaks down the incredible Bears victory over Green Bay and looks ahead to the battle against L.A.

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It's finally Friday on the Ray Stevens Show!

Congressman Mark Alford joins Ray to discuss the aftermath of dictator Nicolas Maduro's removal, the seizing of oil ships by the U.S., and civil unrest following the fatal shooting of a woman by ICE officers in Minneapolis.

With everything on the line, the Chicago Bears gear up to face Green Bay for the third time this season in Saturday's Wild Card matchup. Former Bear Tim Wrightman joins Ray to talk about his own experience facing off with the Packers and shares his thoughts on how the game may shake out.

Plus, Tom on the Town, a Bear Prayer, and much more!

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Congressman Mark Alford joins Ray Stevens to discuss the aftermath of dictator Nicolas Maduro's removal, the seizing of oil ships by the U.S., and civil unrest following the fatal shooting of a woman by ICE officers in Minneapolis.

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With everything on the line, the Chicago Bears gear up to face Green Bay for the third time this season in Saturday's Wild Card matchup. Former Bear Tim Wrightman joins Ray to talk about his own experience facing off with the Packers and shares his thoughts on how the game may shake out.

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The weekend is almost here but Ray and Nick are still working hard to cover the craziness exploding all over the globe.

Sgt. Betsy Brantner-Smith joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss the fatal shooting of a woman in Minneapolis and her view of the difficult decision making that ICE officers have to deal with when faced with non-compliant protestors.

As we enter a gubernatorial election year here in Illinois, Dylan Sharkey from the Illinois Policy Institute joins Ray Stevens to look at Gov. Pritzker's tenure in the position and how his policies have resulted in high taxes, massive debt, and an overall grim outlook for the state.

And The Village of Bedford Park wants to find the best Ben Johnson look-alikes ahead of the big Bears game this Saturday. Bedford Park Co-Business Officer Adam Collopy joins Ray to talk about how they came up with the event and what the good, better, and best look-alikes will win.

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Sgt. Betsy Brantner-Smith joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss the fatal shooting of a woman in Minneapolis and her view of the difficult decision making that ICE officers have to deal with when faced with non-compliant protestors.

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As we enter a gubernatorial election year here in Illinois, Dylan Sharkey from the Illinois Policy Institute joins Ray Stevens to look at Gov. Pritzker's tenure in the position and how his policies have resulted in high taxes, massive debt, and an overall grim outlook for the state.

Read Dylan's analysis now at Illinois Policy Institute.

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The Village of Bedford Park wants to find the best Ben Johnson look-alikes ahead of the big Bears game this Saturday. Bedford Park Co-Business Officer Adam Collopy joins Ray to talk about how they came up with the event and what the good, better, and best look-alikes will win.

The contest runs from 5-8 p.m. at the Wintrust Sports Complex at 5499 W. 65th Street.

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In her recent Washington Post op-ed, Monique Yohanan, MD, MPH—Senior Fellow for Health Policy at Independent Women— addresses the broken system, underscoring the critical need for price transparency.

She joins Ray to talk about her experience receiving care as a healthcare professional and where she feels things can change to improve the quality of patient care.

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Nick Gale is back in the mix as the Ray Stevens Show kicks off your hump day on the Big 89.

Chris Plante opens the show with Ray and Nick by blasting Tim Walz's failure to take responsibility for fraud in his state.

On Monday, Peoples Gas announced a rate hike that would increase bills by $10-$11 a month for customers in Chicago. Jim Chilsen of the Citizens Utility Board joins Ray Stevens to talk about how the gas companies raked in massive profits, yet still want to squeeze customers for more regardless of how much it hurts their pocketbook.

In her recent Washington Post op-ed, Monique Yohanan, MD, MPH—Senior Fellow for Health Policy at Independent Women— addresses the broken system, underscoring the critical need for price transparency.

She joins Ray to talk about her experience receiving care as a healthcare professional and where she feels things can change to improve the quality of patient care.

Plus, plenty of Bears/Packers trash talk on the Big 89!

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On Monday, Peoples Gas announced a rate hike that would increase bills by $10-$11 a month for customers in Chicago. Jim Chilsen of the Citizens Utility Board joins Ray Stevens to talk about how the gas companies raked in massive profits, yet still want to squeeze customers for more regardless of how much it hurts their pocketbook.

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Nick Gale is in Packer jail today and Ray explains how his contract prevents him from working with Green Bay cheeseheads.

Energy analyst Phil Flynn joins The Ray Stevens Show to explain how Venezuela's nationalization of their oil industry robbed companies of billions of dollars in investments in the country and how the removal of dictator Nicolas Maduro provides a rich economic opportunity for energy companies and the people of Venezuela.

Ret. Riverside police chief Tom Weitzel joins Ray Stevens to discuss the historically low number of homicides recorded in Chicago last year and how some crimes could be hidden by some creative reporting.

Plus, listeners get riled up on the first Tirade Tuesday of 2026!

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Ret. Riverside police chief Tom Weitzel joins Ray Stevens to discuss the historically low number of homicides recorded in Chicago last year and how some crimes could be hidden by some creative reporting.

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Energy analyst Phil Flynn joins The Ray Stevens Show to explain how Venezuela's nationalization of their oil industry robbed companies of billions of dollars in investments in the country and how the removal of dictator Nicolas Maduro provides a rich economic opportunity for energy companies and the people of Venezuela.

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Ray and Nick are back and ready to kick off 2026!

Retired Lt. General Richard Newton joins Ray Stevens to break down the early morning operation that brought Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro into U.S. custody, what it means for our positioning against international adversaries, and what the future holds for the people of Venezuela.

Minnesota Rep. and House Majority Whip Rep. Tom Emmer joins Ray Stevens to discuss the ongoing investigation into rampant fraud within the state's Somali community and reveal Gov. Walz's plans to drop out of the governor's race and for Sen. Amy Klobuchar to make a bid.

Following a disappointing loss to Detroit, Mike Berman and Ray Stevens bring a close to the regular season and preview the high stakes showdown between football's greatest rivals with everything on the line.

Plus, find out how Ray got frost bite where the sun doesn't shine!

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Following a disappointing loss to Detroit, Mike Berman and Ray Stevens bring a close to the regular season and preview the high stakes showdown between football's greatest rivals with everything on the line.

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Minnesota Rep. and House Majority Whip Rep. Tom Emmer joins Ray Stevens to discuss the ongoing investigation into rampant fraud within the state's Somali community and reveal Gov. Walz's plans to drop out of the governor's race and for Sen. Amy Klobuchar to make a bid.

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Retired Lt. General Richard Newton joins Ray Stevens to break down the early morning operation that brought Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro into U.S. custody, what it means for our positioning against international adversaries, and what the future holds for the people of Venezuela.

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10:40 - Jonathan Savage, Fox News Radio

20:15 - Bill Kushner, Former Police Chief of Des Plaines

30:30 - Susan and Cameron Stewart, Stewart's Cheesecakes

37:45 - Berman on the Bears

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Jonathan Tolliver was sentenced to 60 years in prison for killing Chicago Police Officer Michael Ceriale in 1998. Soon, Tolliver will be receiving a clemency hearing to get out from behind bars. Michael's cousin Joey Ceriale joins Amy Jacobson to talk about the upcoming case and how you can support the Ceriale's push to keep Michael's killer where he belongs.

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Amy Jacobson welcomes Richard Boykin to the airwaves to talk about the race to replace longtime congressman Danny Davis and why his status as an independent thinking Democrat is what this district needs.

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Today on the Ray Stevens Show

00:45 - Chris Plante

10:32 - Phil Flynn, Price Futures Group

26:04 - Ret. Lt. Gen. Richard Newton, Senior National Security Correspondent on NewsNation

38:53 - Dr. Dawn Wiese

1:01:02 - Maggie Nielsen, The Purse Strings

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Energy analyst Phil Flynn returns to the Ray Stevens Show to discuss the new low gas price for 2025 and how major changes in policy are starting to take effect in the energy marketplace.

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Dr. Dawn Wiese joins Ray Stevens to discuss the continuing issue of young men feeling along or without social interaction and how promoting Greek life can provide a place where men can be men and learn the importance values they will carry into their adult lives.

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Today on the Ray Stevens Show:

10:05 - Ret. Police Chief Tom Weitzel

27:50 - Ald. Ray Lopez, 15th Ward

38:00 - Tom Fortino, Alpha Wealth Group

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15th Ward Alderman Ray Lopez joins the Ray Stevens Show to speak out against Mayor Johnson's insistence on using a corporate head tax to help fund the city's budget and warns what will happen if Johnson refuses to budge before the end of the calendar year.

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Chief Tom Weitzel returns to the Ray Stevens Show in the wake of the shooting of a CPD officer whose life was saved by his bulletproof vest. Weitzel shares his own story of being shot by a perp while on duty and stresses the importance of making sure that our policemen and women are properly protected as they protect us.

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Cpl. Zach Nelson enlisted in the Marine Corps immediately after high school and deployed as a motor transport specialist with the 6th Regimental Combat Team in December 2011.

On July 5, 2012, Cpl Nelson was severely injured in a vehicle rollover in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, sustaining a T-4 complete spinal injury resulting in paraplegia from the chest down.

In 2016, Zach and his wife, Kiley, received a specially adapted custom home from Homes For Our Troops. He joins Ray Stevens to talk about service, family, and how HFOT has changed his life for the better.

Make a difference in a Veteran's life today, visit www.hfotusa.org for more information.

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Today on the Ray Stevens Show:

9:40 - Eben Brown, Fox News Radio

27:41 - E.J. Antoni, The Heritage Foundation

37:44 - Corporal Zach Nelson, U.S. Marine Vet

49:45 - Mike Berman, Berman on the Bears

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Today on the Ray Stevens Show:

Fox News Radio's Eben Brown reports on brewing controversy at Oklahoma University where a student says she received a zero on an assignment due to her religious beliefs.

Minnesota State Representative and Majority House Whip Tom Emmer joins Ray Stevens to expose millions of dollars in pandemic funding fraud involving Somalian immigrants and foreign terrorists and how Gov. Tim Walz allowed it all to happen under his watch.

Plus, the weekly edition of Buy, Sell, or Hold!

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