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One of the men shot and killed at Navy Pier has been identified

One of the men shot and killed at Navy Pier has been identified

A man who was recently fired from his job at Navy Pier returned to the Chicago tourist attraction and killed two workers before fleeing, police said. The attack happened Tuesday afternoon after the fired worker gained access to an office space near a loading dock at Navy Pier, police Chief of Patrol Jon Hein told…

How Advanced Shot Detection Technology Might Have Saved Officer Martinez

How Advanced Shot Detection Technology Might Have Saved Officer Martinez

15th Ward Alderman Ray Lopez joins the Ray Stevens Show to react to Trump’s victory and discuss how shot detection technology could have made a difference in saving Officer Martinez. They also explore the chances of ShotSpotter making a return to Chicago under Mayor Brandon Johnson’s administration.

Donald Trump Wins the 2024 Presidential Election

Donald Trump Wins the 2024 Presidential Election

Join the excitement as Chris Plante, the dynamic host of The Chris Plante Show, teams up with Ray Stevens and Nick Gale on the Big 89 to celebrate the monumental victory of President-elect Donald Trump! Tune in for an exhilarating discussion filled with insights and reactions from last night’s historic win!

Lots of Congressional races to watch in Illinois tonight

Lots of Congressional races to watch in Illinois tonight

Illinois Democrats in congressional races across the state hope to fend off challenges from Republicans fighting to keep their party’s control of the U.S. House. The state’s most competitive races involve two first-term representatives seeking reelection. Rep. Eric Sorensen is facing Republican Joe McGraw in the 17th Congressional District, while Rep. Nikki Budzinski is being…

Chicago Police Officer Enrique Martinez Fatally Shot on South Side

Chicago Police Officer Enrique Martinez Fatally Shot on South Side

Sgt. Betsy Brantner Smith joins the Ray Stevens Show from the Arizona polls on Election Day, motivating listeners to go vote. She also offers a compassionate look at what the family of fallen CPD Officer Enrique Martinez may be going through today after his tragic death in the line of duty on the city’s South…

Election Integrity: Your Vote Matters, But Is It Secure?

Election Integrity: Your Vote Matters, But Is It Secure?

On the Ray Stevens Show, Cully Stimson, Manager of the National Security Law Program at the Heritage Foundation, explains whether the Colorado voting machine password leak could affect the upcoming elections. He also talks about how technical issues may extend voting time and what actions you should take if you see issues at the polling…

Shape Your Community: Make Your Voice Heard in Local Races This Election Day

Shape Your Community: Make Your Voice Heard in Local Races This Election Day

Kane County GOP Chairman Andro Lerario joins the Ray Stevens Show to urge voters to head to the polls, stressing the importance of voting in both the presidential and local elections. He also shares his insights on how the House and Senate could shift after Election Day and addresses why some counties still aren’t able…

Woman Stabbed And Critically Injured in DeKalb Domestic Incident

Woman Stabbed And Critically Injured in DeKalb Domestic Incident

A woman was stabbed multiple times in a domestic violence incident in DeKalb over the weekend, according to police. The incident happened near Greenbrier Road and Normal Road on Saturday at about 12:40 a.m., where the woman was found in critical condition with multiple stab wounds around her body. DeKalb police said she is expected…

Man Arrested After Allegedly Punching Suburban Election Judge

Man Arrested After Allegedly Punching Suburban Election Judge

A man was arrested after causing a disturbance at an Orland Park polling location, according to police. The incident happened Sunday morning at about 11 a.m. at the Orland Park Township Office. 24 year old Daniel Schmidt allegedly entered the building ignored the voting line and entered the voting area. An election judge at the…