The Ray Stevens Show

Eben Brown of Fox News Radio joins Ray Stevens to discuss the significance of this year's gubernatorial elections and what the results could mean for the broader political landscape heading into the next election cycle.

Aaron Del Mar, candidate for lieutenant governor, shares his vision for the state and discusses the priorities driving his campaign. Bill Kushner, retired chief of police in Des Plaines, weighs in on public safety issues, while State Rep. Tony McCombie, Illinois House Minority Leader, provides her outlook on Election Day and the Republican Party's prospects in key races.

State Rep. Martin McLaughlin of Illinois' 52nd District, who discusses the issues facing residents in his district and across the state. The show wraps up with Darren Bailey, candidate for governor, who outlines his campaign priorities and vision for Illinois as voters prepare to head to the polls.

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Jennifer Davis joins Ray Stevens to discuss her campaign for Illinois' 8th Congressional District and the issues driving her bid for Congress. Davis outlines her priorities for the district, shares her vision for addressing the concerns of local families and businesses, and explains why she believes voters are looking for new leadership in Washington.

During the conversation, Davis discusses the challenges facing residents across the district, including economic growth, public safety and government accountability. She also explains what sets her campaign apart and why she believes her message is resonating with voters as the race for Illinois' 8th District continues to take shape.

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What does a shocking Englewood murder case reveal about organized crime in Chicago? Chief Tom Weitzel, retired police chief of Riverside, joins Ray Stevens to discuss allegations that a Gangster Disciples hitman traveled by bus to Chicago to carry out a targeted killing. Weitzel breaks down the case, examines what it says about gang operations and violent crime, and discusses the challenges law enforcement faces as it works to keep communities safe

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This Military Monday, Amber Caron, director of communications for Wreaths Across America, joins Ray Stevens to discuss the organization's mission to remember fallen service members, honor those who serve and teach future generations the value of their sacrifices. Caron shares how communities across the country participate in wreath-laying ceremonies and explains how listeners can support efforts to preserve the legacy of America's veterans.

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Krystin Goodwin of Fox News Radio joins Ray Stevens live from Texas to discuss the closely watched race between James Talarico and Ken Paxton. Later, Chief Tom Weitzel, retired police chief of Riverside, examines a case involving the Gangster Disciples and allegations that a hitman traveled by bus to Chicago to carry out a murder in Englewood.

For Military Monday, Amber Caron, director of communications for Wreaths Across America, discusses the organization's mission to remember and honor America's veterans. Jeff Monosso rounds out the show with live coverage from Michigan, where he reports on the race between Abdul El-Sayed and Mike Rogers.

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Mark Batinick, former state representative and senior fellow at the Illinois Policy Institute, discusses Gov. JB Pritzker’s funding priorities and the Chicago Bears. GOP comptroller candidate Bryan Drew explains why Republicans should control the comptroller’s office. Stephen Moore, co-founder of Unleash Prosperity, joins Ray for a conversation on economic issues.

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Mark Batinick: Pritzker has money for foreign car manufacturers but not the Bears.

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Bryan Drew: Why it’s time for Republicans to control the Illinois comptroller’s office.

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Stephen Moore: Economic discussion with the co-founder of Unleash Prosperity.

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The Ray Stevens Show (Oct. 28, 2026) | DuPage County Sheriff’s Race, Israeli Election Results & Detransitioner Controversy

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Today on The Ray Stevens Show, Chris Plante, host of The Chris Plante Show, joins the program for his weekly commentary on the news. Sean Noonan, candidate for DuPage County sheriff, discusses his plans for the job following Sheriff James Mendrick’s retirement. Eben Brown of Fox News Radio breaks down the results of Israel’s election and what they could mean for the country’s political future. Don Tracy, candidate for the U.S. Senate, explains why he believes Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton is the wrong choice for Illinois. Finally, Soren Aldaco, a detransitioner ambassador with Independent Women, discusses being denied entrance to a CNN town hall featuring Texas state Rep. James Talarico.

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Chris Plante: Host of The Chris Plante Show

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Sean Noonan: His plans for the DuPage County sheriff’s office following James Mendrick’s retirement

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Eben Brown: Israeli election results and their political implications

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Don Tracy: Illinois U.S. Senate race and his criticism of Juliana Stratton

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Soren Aldaco: Detransitioner ambassador discusses being denied entrance to a Talarico CNN town hall

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Soren Aldaco, a detransitioner ambassador with Independent Women, joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss being denied entrance to a CNN town hall featuring Texas state Rep. James Talarico. Aldaco shares their perspective on the incident and the broader conversation surrounding detransitioners and public discussion of gender-related issues.

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Don Tracy, candidate for the U.S. Senate, joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss the Illinois Senate race and explain why he believes Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton is the wrong choice for the state.

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Sean Noonan, candidate for DuPage County sheriff, joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss his plans for the office following Sheriff James Mendrick’s retirement. Noonan shares his vision for the role and what he hopes to bring to the sheriff’s office.

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Today on The Ray Stevens Show, Jonathan Savage of Fox News Radio examines Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s political future as voters head to the polls for a major election. Jim Malackowski, chairman and co-founder of Chicago-based AIQA Global, discusses how banks are detecting third-party AI agents making financial transactions and the challenges these technologies pose for financial security and oversight. Finally, Steve Lucie, a fifth-generation cattle rancher in Basco, Illinois, owner of Lucie Cattle Co. and director of Awake Illinois, discusses how farmers are dealing with rising diesel costs.

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Jonathan Savage: Netanyahu’s political future as Israelis head to the polls

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Jim Malackowski: Banks detect third-party AI agents making financial transactions

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Steve Lucie: How farmers are handling diesel costs

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Jim Malackowski, chairman and co-founder of Chicago-based AIQA Global, joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss how banks are detecting third-party AI agents making financial transactions. As artificial intelligence becomes more involved in financial activity, Malackowski examines the challenges banks face in identifying these agents and maintaining oversight of transactions.

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Today on The Ray Stevens Show, Ted Dabrowski of Fight for Illinois discusses how Illinois’ 54-day election season could raise risks of fraud and abuse. Gen. Richard Newton, senior national security contributor for NewsNation, examines Pentagon plans to keep U.S. military bases running for 90 days without outside support. Carlene Moto, chief marketing officer of Veterans Galleries, joins the show to discuss American Heroes: Portraits of Service, an exhibit featured at O’Hare International Airport and Midway International Airport. Finally, Jeff Monosso of Fox News Radio looks at President Donald Trump and former President Barack Obama hitting the campaign trail to support candidates in the midterm elections.

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Ted Dabrowski: How Illinois’ 54-day election season raises concerns about fraud and abuse

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Gen. Richard Newton: Pentagon plans to keep U.S. military bases running for 90 days without outside support

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Carlene Moto: American Heroes: Portraits of Service at O’Hare and Midway airports

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Jeff Monosso: Trump and Obama campaign for midterm candidates

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This Military Monday, Carlene Moto, chief marketing officer for Belmont Village, joins Ray Stevens to discuss "American Heroes: Portraits of Service," a powerful exhibit honoring the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Currently on display at O'Hare International Airport and Midway International Airport, the exhibit showcases the stories, sacrifices and achievements of American veterans through compelling portrait photography and personal narratives.

Moto explains how the exhibit connects travelers with the real faces behind military service and why preserving veterans' stories remains an important mission. The conversation highlights the impact of honoring those who served and the role public exhibits can play in educating and inspiring future generations.

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Could the United States keep fighting if a global war disrupted communications, infrastructure and military operations around the world? Gen. Richard Newton, senior national security contributor for NewsNation and retired U.S. Air Force brigadier general, joins Ray Stevens to discuss reports detailing the Pentagon's contingency plans for maintaining military readiness during a large-scale global conflict. Newton breaks down how military leaders prepare for worst-case scenarios, the evolving threats facing the United States and why planning for the unthinkable remains a critical part of national defense strategy.

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Ted Dabrowski, former gubernatorial candidate and founder of Fight for Illinois, joins Ray Stevens to discuss concerns about Illinois' 54-day election season and whether the extended voting period increases the risk of fraud, administrative errors and voter confusion. Dabrowski explains why he believes Illinois should reexamine its election timeline and outlines the reforms he says could strengthen voter confidence and improve election integrity across the state.

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Today on The Ray Stevens Show, Jonathan Savage of Fox News Radio examines growing fears of escalation in the Middle East as the United States pulls diplomats out of Saudi Arabia. Chief Melinda Linas, chief of police in Lindenhurst, joins the show to discuss women in policing and strategies for recruiting more women into the profession. Jay Rosati of Rosati’s Pizza celebrates major milestones for the business, including 50 years in Palatine and Woodridge and 17 years in Elk Grove Village. Mark Lukas of PAWS Chicago shares updates from the animal welfare organization, and Tom on the Town rounds out the program with community coverage.

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Jonathan Savage: Middle East escalation concerns as the U.S. pulls diplomats from Saudi Arabia

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Chief Melinda Linas: Women in policing and recruiting more women into law enforcement

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Jay Rosati: Rosati’s Pizza celebrates 50 years in Palatine and Woodridge and 17 years in Elk Grove Village

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Mark Lukas: PAWS Chicago and animal welfare

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Tom on the Town: Community events and local highlights

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Jay Rosati joins Ray Stevens to celebrate a major milestone for Rosati's Pizza, marking 50 years in Palatine and Woodridge and 17 years in Elk Grove Village. Rosati reflects on the company's history, its connection to local communities and the recipe behind its long-running success.

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Today on The Ray Stevens Show, Ald. Matt O’Shea of Chicago’s 19th Ward discusses Mayor Brandon Johnson’s city budget and the replacement of ShotSpotter. Madisan DeBos, a former Division I cross-country and track athlete at Southern Utah State and representative of Save Women’s Sports, joins the show after a girls’ cross-country team refused to race against a transgender athlete. Pastor Corey Brooks, founder of Project H.O.O.D., discusses Bear Prayer and his work in the community. David Hochberg of Team Hochberg and Atlantic Coast Mortgage joins for a housing and mortgage update, while Stephen Moore, co-founder of Unleash Prosperity, discusses economic issues. Carlo Buonavolanto Sr., co-founder of Buona, and John Buonavolanto share their Italian-American success story in recognition of Italian-American Heritage Month. Finally, Joe Johnston of Obvious Shirts discusses a Mike Ditka-themed clothing line raising money for Misericordia.

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Ald. Matt O’Shea: Mayor Johnson’s city budget and ShotSpotter replacement

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Madisan DeBos: Girls’ cross-country team refuses to race against a transgender athlete

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Pastor Corey Brooks: Bear Prayer and the work of Project H.O.O.D.

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David Hochberg: Mortgage and housing market update

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Stephen Moore: Economic policy and prosperity

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Carlo Buonavolanto Sr. and John Buonavolanto: Buona’s Italian-American success story

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Joe Johnston: Mike Ditka-themed clothing line raising money for Misericordia

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Joe Johnston of Obvious Shirts joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss a Mike Ditka-themed clothing line raising money for Misericordia. The project brings together Chicago sports nostalgia and a charitable cause, using Ditka-inspired apparel to help support Misericordia’s work.

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