The Ray Stevens Show

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, 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, 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.
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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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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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