Professor Charles Lipson joins Ray Stevens and Nick Gale on the Big 89 to break down how Democrats miscalculated voter priorities, whether they can bounce back after Trump’s win, and how to unite the country after a divisive election.
Trump’s Economic Guru Stephen Moore joins the Ray Stevens Show to discuss what Trump’s election win could mean for the economy. Discover why cutting government jobs is a crucial cost-saving measure and get a sneak peek at who might be appointed to Trump’s cabinet.
Is JB Pritzker a culture warrior dividing Illinois? Wirepoints.org’s Ted Dabrowski joins Ray Stevens and Nick Gale on the Big 89 to discuss how Pritzker’s rhetoric is alienating voters and the factors pushing the state toward a red shift.
An Elmhurst woman purchased a lottery ticket at her local grocery store…and then forgot about it. When she finally pulled out the ticket out of her purse and checked the numbers for the October 20th drawing, she realized that she played all five numbers, netting one million dollars. The unidentified woman said she will be…
Metra has unveiled a specially painted train engine for Veterans Day that’s set to enter service later this month, the transit agency said. The locomotive features a bald eagle on the front, with American flags and blue camouflage silhouetted with military figures saluting on the sides. It is set to start service on the Rock…
It’s Veterans Day and today, Chicago has been officially named a Purple Heart City, joining cities across the nation that honor the sacrifices who servicemembers who have been wounded or killed. A ceremony took place this morning inside the United Club at Soldier Field, honoring veterans who fought for our country in World War II,…
NBC Sports’ Mike Berman joins Ray Stevens and Nick Gale on the Big 89 to delve into the Bears’ lifeless loss to the Patriots, who is responsible for Caleb Williams being sacked an absurd 9 times, and how a change has to be made to get the offense going.
Erica Borggren, Chairwoman of Illinois Joining Forces, joins the Ray Stevens Show to explore how veterans can turn their military experience into meaningful careers. She also shares tips on supporting veterans who may be struggling and highlights Operation Connect-A-Vet, a vital program running through December to help veterans overcome isolation and find community during the…
On the Ray Stevens Show, Illinois State Treasurer Mike Frerichs discusses Operation Purple Heart, a project dedicated to returning unclaimed Purple Heart medals to veterans. He also highlights some of the emotional reunification stories that have made this initiative so meaningful.
On the Big 89, Sal Dazzo, Army veteran and founder of Gun Barrel Coffee, joins Ray Stevens and Nick Gale to talk about the inspiration behind his journey into the coffee world and to shed light on the biggest challenge veterans are dealing with today.
Bells will be ringing this holiday season as the Salvation Army kicks off its annual Red Kettle campaign with 400 donation buckets set up across the Chicago area. The Salvation Army debuted the kettles Friday with hopes to raise $21 million this year in the Chicago area, most of which would come through this holiday…
Unsure what to do with your leftover pumpkins from the Halloween season? Several pumpkin smashes are happening across the Chicago area on Saturday. Participants smash pumpkins and throw them into a compost container. It’s a fun activity for families, organizers say, but it’s also a way to learn about composting and sustainability. At this point…
Kurt DeGroot from Project Fire Buddies joins Ray Stevens and Nick Gale on the Big 89 to preview the Silver Linings and Hearts of Gold Gala, with tickets going on sale November 12th at 7 PM. He shares the exciting details of this year’s event and explains how it supports Project Fire Buddies’ mission to…
Jonathan Hoenig, the Capitalist Pig, joins the Ray Stevens Show to discuss the historic shifts in the market after the election, whether Trump’s policies benefit the stock market, and how his potential tariffs could impact your finances.
On the Ray Stevens Show, Palatine Township Republican Chairman Aaron Del Mar shares his insights on how Democrats are shifting the story behind their election defeat, why Trump saw a surge in minority support, and his message for those who voted for Kamala Harris in this election.
Bryce Hill, Director of Fiscal Analysis at Illinois Policy, joins the Ray Stevens Show to explain the millionaire tax ballot initiative and its potential impact on middle-class families in Illinois. He also tackles the big question: will property taxes ever go down in the state?
A murder trial in the small Indiana town of Delphi was wrapping up Thursday after weeks of testimony and evidence surrounding the fate of two teenage girls who vanished during a winter hike in 2017. Their killings went unsolved for years before police arrested a man who lived and worked in the same town. Richard…
Dr. Wilfred Reilly, the author of “Lies My Liberal Teacher Told Me,” joins the Ray Stevens Show to examine what’s really being taught in schools today. He highlights and debunks common myths many of us learned in the past and dives into whether there’s a chance to correct the liberal biases in education moving forward.
On the Big 89, Gage Wolt, Events and Marketing Manager at Maggie Daley Park, joins Ray Stevens and Nick Gale to mark 10 years of ice skating at the park. He talks about what the regular season entails and gives listeners the scoop on when the rink will open for the season.
Chris Clem, former Chief Patrol Agent of the U.S. Border Patrol in Yuma, AZ, joins Ray Stevens and Nick Gale on the Big 89 to explain why Americans shouldn’t be overly concerned about the 3,000-strong migrant caravan heading north in Mexico. He also discusses the morale of border patrol agents after Trump’s 2024 victory and…
On the Ray Stevens Show, Brian Pannebecker from Auto Workers for Trump breaks down how broke through the ‘blue wall’, why the Harris-Walz campaign didn’t do enough to win over local voters, and why Trump’s victory will lead to a more prosperous future for auto workers across the country.
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…
On the Ray Stevens Show, Paul Vallas breaks down the school board elections, highlighting the setbacks for Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Teachers Union in the latest results.
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.
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!
