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‘The economy is bigger than one president.’ -The Capitalist Pig Jonathan Hoenig on the Ray Stevens Show

Oct 11, 2024 | mirandaellis

The Capitalist Pig Jonathan Hoenig joins the Ray Stevens Show to dive into some of the hottest topics in the economy. He’ll weigh in on whether inflation is truly dead, if the Fed’s rate cut was politically motivated, and whether McDonald’s new Chicken Big Mac is a strategic move to take on its poultry competitors.

Join the American Red Cross in Supporting Those Affected by Hurricanes Milton and Helene

Oct 11, 2024 | mirandaellis

Join us on the Ray Stevens Show as we hear from Connie Esparza, the Communications Manager for the American Red Cross. She’ll be sharing important information on how you can support those impacted by Hurricane Helene & Milton from Illinois. https://www.redcross.org/local/illinois.html

Why Does the Media Dismiss Concerns Over Election Integrity?

Oct 11, 2024 | mirandaellis

National Affairs Columnist for National Review John Fund joins the Ray Stevens Show to delve into why the media often dismisses concerns over election integrity. He’ll also highlight the biggest victims of voter fraud and discuss how we can ensure that votes aren’t compromised in states impacted by recent hurricanes.

The teams suing NASCAR want to compete next season

Oct 11, 2024 | kgordon

The two teams suing NASCAR asked a judge for a preliminary injunction Wednesday so they can compete next season under the charter system they are challenging as their antitrust case moves through federal court. 23XI Racing, which is owned by Michael Jordan, veteran driver Denny Hamlin and Curtis Polk, and Front Row Motorsports, owned by…

The Chicago Bears sticking with their game plan to build a new stadium along the lakefront

Oct 10, 2024 | kgordon

The Chicago Bears remain focused on the city’s lakefront as the location for a nearly $5 billion stadium development project, team president Kevin Warren said Wednesday. Warren held a news conference at the team’s hotel outside London ahead of Chicago’s game on Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. A proposal unveiled earlier…

Out with the Old, In with the New: Does CPS Need a Complete Overhaul?

Oct 10, 2024 | mirandaellis

Wirepoints.org’s Ted Dabrowski joins Ray Stevens and Nick Gale on the Big 89 to tackle the tough question: Is it time for a new direction for CPS? He’ll break down why Mayor Brandon Johnson won’t support school choice for CPS parents and explain the city’s reluctance to use TIF funds to meet the district’s needs.

Mayor Brandon Johnson Cancels Two Months of Police Academy Classes & Orders Layoff Lists to Cut $75M

Oct 10, 2024 | mirandaellis

Retired Riverside Chief of Police Chief Tom Weitzel joins the Ray Stevens Show to discuss the challenges of maintaining safety in towns while dealing with personnel cuts, the impact of Mayor Brandon Johnson’s decision to cancel two months of police academy classes on careers, and why city officials haven’t addressed the shortage of CFD trucks.

Running with Purpose: Cris Colon Takes on the Chicago Marathon to Pay Tribute to Fallen Firefighters

Oct 10, 2024 | mirandaellis

Volunteer Firefighter Cris Colon from Bourbonnais joins the Ray Stevens Show to talk about his powerful mission to honor fallen firefighters by running the Chicago Marathon. He’ll discuss what inspired him to take on this challenge and how he’s using his run to encourage his colleagues to focus on their own physical and mental well-being.…

The corruption trial of former House Speaker Mike Madigan is underway

Oct 9, 2024 | kgordon

Jury selection began Wednesday in the corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, once the longest-serving legislative leader in American history. The case against Madigan, who resigned in 2021, is one of Illinois’ largest corruption trials in years. The 82-year-old is charged in a multimillion-dollar racketeering and bribery scheme that included the state’s…

94.7 WLS FM’s Dave Fogel Faces Hurricane Milton: Live Updates with Ray Stevens and Nick Gale on the Big 89

Oct 9, 2024 | mirandaellis

Dave Fogel from 94.7 WLS-FM is hunkered down at his mother-in-law’s house as Hurricane Milton makes its way toward him. He joins Ray Stevens and Nick Gale on the Big 89 to discuss his efforts to secure her home and share insights on navigating this storm.

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‘The economy is bigger than one president.’ -The Capitalist Pig Jonathan Hoenig on the Ray Stevens Show

Join the American Red Cross in Supporting Those Affected by Hurricanes Milton and Helene

Why Does the Media Dismiss Concerns Over Election Integrity?

The teams suing NASCAR want to compete next season

The Chicago Bears sticking with their game plan to build a new stadium along the lakefront

Out with the Old, In with the New: Does CPS Need a Complete Overhaul?

Mayor Brandon Johnson Cancels Two Months of Police Academy Classes & Orders Layoff Lists to Cut $75M

Running with Purpose: Cris Colon Takes on the Chicago Marathon to Pay Tribute to Fallen Firefighters

The corruption trial of former House Speaker Mike Madigan is underway

94.7 WLS FM’s Dave Fogel Faces Hurricane Milton: Live Updates with Ray Stevens and Nick Gale on the Big 89

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