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The Ray Stevens Show (Aug. 11, 2026) | Chicago Mayoral Race, College Testing & QR Code Scams Aug 11, 2026

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Jonathan Hoenig fills in on The Ray Stevens Show with conversations covering Chicago politics, education, suicide prevention, elections and consumer scams. Illinois pollster Rod McCulloch breaks down the Chicago mayoral race and which candidates have the momentum heading into the next election. Corey DeAngelis, executive director of the Educational Freedom Institute, discusses competition in college admissions testing and a new development in Texas. During the show, Angela Cummings of AFSP Illinois previews the nation's largest suicide prevention event, returning to Montrose Harbor on Oct. 3. Fox News Radio's Jeff Monosso looks ahead to major primaries in South Carolina, Minnesota and Wisconsin, while Steve Bernas, president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois, warns consumers about QR code scams.

Key Segments:

Who has the momentum in the Chicago mayoral race?
Competition in college admissions testing
AFSP Illinois' suicide prevention event
Major primary elections
QR code scams targeting consumers

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Who Has the Juice in the Chicago Mayoral Race? The Illinois Pollster Weighs In Aug 11, 2026

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Illinois pollster Rod McCulloch joins Jonathan Hoenig on The Ray Stevens Show to break down the Chicago mayoral race and examine which candidates currently have the political momentum. McCulloch discusses who has the “juice” in the race and what could shape the next phase of the contest.

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The Ray Stevens Show (Aug. 10, 2026) | Iran’s Strait of Hormuz Standoff, Gaza & Back-to-School Concerns Aug 10, 2026

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Jonathan Hoenig fills in on The Ray Stevens Show with conversations covering international security, the Middle East, parenting and military service. Fox News Radio’s Tonya J Powers discusses a new study ranking the best and worst states to have a baby and what prospective parents should consider. Fox News Radio’s Jonathan Savage provides the latest on Iran and the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz as Tehran ties reopening the critical waterway to key demands. University of Chicago professor emeritus Charles Lipson examines Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s rejection of President Trump’s plan for Gaza. During Military Monday, Army veteran Ralph Venturanza, owner of Brightside Car Wash in Naperville, discusses his military experience and life after service. Fox News Radio’s Eben Brown looks at parents’ concerns as millions of students across the country head back to school.

Key Segments:

Iran and the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz
Netanyahu rejects Trump’s Gaza plan
Military Monday with Army veteran Ralph Venturanza
Back-to-school concerns for parents
Best and worst states to have a baby

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The Ray Stevens Show (Aug. 6, 2026) | Texas Power Grid, Fauci Fallout & Illinois Political Accountability Aug 06, 2026

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Today's show examines energy policy, public health and Illinois politics. Eben Brown joins Ray Stevens to discuss Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's decision to pause new power grid connections for data centers and what the move means for energy demand and infrastructure. Later, Dr. Michelle Yohanon shares her perspective on Dr. Anthony Fauci's legacy and ongoing questions surrounding the nation's pandemic response.

Danijela Sandberg discusses the upcoming Algonquin Touch a Truck event, while David Hochberg provides updates on the housing and mortgage markets. Gabby Shannahan, a candidate for Illinois' 97th District, joins the show to discuss Speaker Chris Welch's response to the Benton scandal and the broader debate over political accountability in Springfield.

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Dr. Michelle Yohanon Says Fauci Owes America an Apology Aug 06, 2026

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Dr. Michelle Yohanon, director of the Center for Better Health at Independent Women, joins Ray Stevens to discuss her concerns about the government's pandemic response and Dr. Anthony Fauci's role in shaping public health policy. She explains why she believes Americans deserve greater accountability and transparency from public health leaders.

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Gabby Shannahan Discusses Benton Scandal and Illinois Leadership Aug 06, 2026

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Gabby Shannahan, a candidate for Illinois' 97th District, joins Ray Stevens to discuss Speaker Chris Welch's response to the Benton scandal. She shares her views on government accountability and the need for stronger oversight in Illinois politics.

Visit gabbyforillinois.com for more information on Gabby's campaign.

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The Ray Stevens Show (Aug. 5, 2026) | Chicago Budget Shake-Up, Cyclospora Outbreak & Flock Camera Debate Aug 05, 2026

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Chris Plante opens the show with his take on the day's biggest headlines. Chris Colbert, an emergency medicine physician with the Cook County Health system, discusses the ongoing Cyclospora outbreak, symptoms to watch for and when to seek medical care. Chicago Ald. Ray Lopez reacts to the resignation of Mayor Brandon Johnson's budget director just weeks before the city's budget proposal is due. Fox News Radio's Jeff Monosso examines the growing debate over Flock safety cameras as misuse cases increase while law enforcement continues to defend the technology. The show concludes with Fox News Radio's Eben Brown, who breaks down the closely watched Democratic U.S. Senate primary race between Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens in Michigan.

Key Segments:

Cyclospora outbreak: symptoms and treatment
Chicago budget turmoil after key resignation
Flock camera privacy and policing debate
Michigan Democratic Senate primary update

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National Night Out Brings Carol Stream Police and Community Together Aug 04, 2026

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Carol Cadle of the Carol Stream Police Department joins The Ray Stevens Show to preview National Night Out, an annual event that brings law enforcement and the community together to promote crime prevention and strengthen neighborhood partnerships. Cadle shares what families can expect at this year's event and explains why building trust between residents and police is key to creating safer communities.

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The Ray Stevens Show (Aug. 4, 2026) | Gas Prices, Oak Park Policing & National Night Out Aug 04, 2026

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Energy analyst Phil Flynn discusses President Trump's call for lower gas prices and what it could mean for consumers at the pump. Retired Riverside Police Chief Tom Weitzel weighs in on Oak Park's traffic stop policy, arguing it amounts to policing through legislation and could undermine officer effectiveness. The show concludes with Carol Cadle of the Carol Stream Police Department, who previews National Night Out and highlights the importance of building stronger relationships between law enforcement and the community.

Key Segments:

Trump's push for lower gas prices
Oak Park traffic stop policy debate
National Night Out in Carol Stream

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Robert Vrankovich: Bringing a Business Mindset to Springfield Aug 03, 2026

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Robert Vrankovich, Republican candidate for Illinois' 47th House District, joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss his campaign and his vision for Springfield. A Carol Stream business owner and entrepreneur, Vrankovich says he's running to lower taxes, support law enforcement, reduce government regulation, create a stronger environment for small businesses and restore accountability in state government. He also shares why he believes Illinois needs practical, business-minded leadership to keep families and employers from leaving the state.

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