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Fishing tips for the 4th of July weekend

Fishing tips for the 4th of July weekend

Chicago Sun-times Outdoor Columnist Dale Bowman joins Ray to discuss the best fishing tips going into the holiday weekend and a guide on where to go for the best fishing locations in your area.  Dale knows all the tricks on where to spot the most populated parts of a lake or pond to have the…

Migration data shows Illinois is down in every wealth demographic

Migration data shows Illinois is down in every wealth demographic

Ted Dabrowski of Wirepoint reports on the migration patterns in Illinois and how it is effecting the states economy.  The numbers show that people with higher incomes are leaving Illinois and those with lower incomes are flowing in.  The high taxes are causing the wealthy to leave to cities with lower tax rates and more…

The public can get a look today at the Brookfield Zoo’s  newest guests

The public can get a look today at the Brookfield Zoo’s newest guests

the Brookfield Zoo has two new residents. Koalas Brumby and William are visiting from the San Diego Zoo for the next two years. The Brookfield Zoo Chicago is one of only 11 accredited zoological facilities in North America where the public can see them. The exhibit is included with a regular admission ticket. The zoo…

How Can Illinois Adopt Wisconsin’s Success Strategies?

How Can Illinois Adopt Wisconsin’s Success Strategies?

Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson joins the Ramblin Ray Stevens Show to discuss the urgent need for leadership change in Illinois, why President Joe Biden is unfit for office, and whether the Chicago Teachers Union truly requires $50 billion for improvements.

Beware the Illinois Heat: Understanding the Dangers of Heat Stroke

Beware the Illinois Heat: Understanding the Dangers of Heat Stroke

Clinical professor at the Carle Illinois College of Medicine Dr. Holly Rosencranz joins the Ramblin Ray Show to delve into the dangers of heat stroke, the signs to look out for during extremely hot weather, and what actions to take if you believe someone is experiencing symptoms.

A Chicago area woman among the Cicada obsessed

A Chicago area woman among the Cicada obsessed

Mayumi Barrack sees a pair of mating periodical cicadas getting together, whips out her phone, says, “Hi guys!” and takes their picture. “I’m not really a bug person, but as I look more and more I feel they are adorable,” Barrack explained, noting that many other creatures — birds, squirrels, raccoons and more — are…

The PAWS Beach Party Returns in July

The PAWS Beach Party Returns in July

Susanna Wickham, CEO of PAWS Chicago, joins Ramblin’ Ray to talk about the upcoming beach party fundraiser on July 25th. PAWS is a no-kill shelter with a mission to help animals, from offering free medical care in certain zip codes to taking in animals.  For more information and tickets, visit: https://www.pawschicago.org/events-dog-training/fundraising-events/beach-party-event 

Vintage Tribune: Happy Birthday, Metra!

Vintage Tribune: Happy Birthday, Metra!

Kori Rumore joins Ramblin’ Ray to test his Metra knowledge following its 40th anniversary.  Subscribe to the Vintage Tribune here: https://www.chicagotribune.com/2022/02/04/new-vintage-chicago-tribune-newsletter-heres-how-to-sign-up/