The Ray Stevens Show

Guest host Jonathan Hoenig leads The Ray Stevens Show with conversations on energy, crime, foreign policy and the economy. Fox News Radio’s Tonya Powers discusses a multistate lawsuit seeking $1.4 trillion in penalties over allegations involving child social media addiction. Energy analyst Phil Flynn explains why gas prices are falling and whether drivers can expect the trend to continue. Retired Riverside Police Chief Tom Weitzel calls for stronger protections for law enforcement following a rise in deadly attacks on police officers. Charles Lipson previews the NATO summit in Turkey and the goals for the United States, while Fox News Radio’s Jeff Monosso examines Toyota's multibillion-dollar investment in Texas and its decision to shift Tacoma production from Mexico.
Key Segments:
States sue over child social media addiction

Will lower gas prices last?

Calls for the Protect and Serve Act

NATO summit and Toyota's U.S. investment

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Retired Riverside Police Chief Tom Weitzel joins guest host Jonathan Hoenig to discuss the recent rise in deadly attacks on law enforcement officers and why he believes Congress should pass the Protect and Serve Act. Weitzel explains how stronger legal protections for police could help deter violence against officers and why supporting law enforcement is essential to maintaining public safety.
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Guest host Andrea Darlas leads The Ray Stevens Show with discussions on government reform, Illinois politics, public health and Chicago business. Fox News Radio’s Eben Brown examines the decision to deactivate DOGE on July 4 and whether the agency achieved its mission. Illinois House candidate Gabby Shannahan joins the show to discuss her campaign for the 97th District. Monica Scott of Bally's Chicago provides an update on community engagement surrounding the city's casino project. Becky Smith, an epidemiologist at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, shares practical advice on protecting yourself from ticks during peak summer season. The show concludes with Giovanna Capitanini of Cafe Pisolino, who discusses carrying on her family's restaurant tradition as a fourth-generation owner.
Key Segments:
Did DOGE accomplish its mission?

Illinois House race in the 97th District

Tick safety during the summer

A fourth-generation family restaurant story

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Gabby Shannahan, Republican candidate for Illinois' 97th House District, joins guest host Andrea Darlas to discuss the resignation of State Rep. Harry Benton, provide an update on her campaign and outline her priorities for the district. Shannahan also highlights her effort to place an advisory referendum on the Plainfield Township ballot asking voters whether the Illinois General Assembly should cap property taxes, arguing homeowners need greater protection from rising tax bills.
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Monica Scott, vice president of community engagement at Bally's Chicago, joins guest host Andrea Darlas to provide an update on the Bally's Chicago casino project. Scott discusses community outreach efforts, economic opportunities and how the development is expected to impact neighborhoods, local businesses and job creation. She also explains how Bally's is working with residents throughout the project.
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