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Jon Costas, mayor of Valparaiso, Indiana joins Ray Stevens to discuss the city's ongoing recovery efforts following rece...
08/13/2026

Jon Costas, mayor of Valparaiso, Indiana joins Ray Stevens to discuss the city's ongoing recovery efforts following recent severe weather. Costas outlines the steps local officials are taking restore services, support affected residents and businesses, and coordinate recovery resources as the community rebuilds.

Jon Costas, mayor of Valparaiso, joins Ray Stevens to discuss the city's ongoing recovery efforts following recent severe weather. Costas outlines the steps local officials are taking restore services, support affected residents and businesses, and coordinate recovery resources as the community rebu...

Dr Colleen Carter, president and CEO of Glenwood Academy, joins Ray Stevens to discuss the academy's tornado recovery ef...
08/13/2026

Dr Colleen Carter, president and CEO of Glenwood Academy, joins Ray Stevens to discuss the academy's tornado recovery efforts on campus. She explains the school's immediate needs and how community members can help support cleanup and rebuilding efforts.

Financial donations are currently being accepted at https://www.glenwoodacademy.org/donate.

Dr Colleen Carter, president and CEO of Glenwood Academy, joins Ray Stevens to discuss the academy's tornado recovery efforts on campus. She explains the school's immediate needs and how community members can help support cleanup and rebuilding efforts. Financial donations are currently being accept...

The eighth biggest jackpot in Powerball history was sold to someone in Southern Illinois. If you know anyone in Quincy w...
08/13/2026

The eighth biggest jackpot in Powerball history was sold to someone in Southern Illinois. If you know anyone in Quincy who plays, you might want to be nice to them. Check your tickets!

Check your tickets: The $1.04 billion jackpot-winning Powerball ticket was sold at an Illinois gas station. Th...

Caleb Williams has a new mural in the West Loop ahead of his Madden '27 cover release. If you want to visit, it's locate...
08/13/2026

Caleb Williams has a new mural in the West Loop ahead of his Madden '27 cover release. If you want to visit, it's located on the corner of Halsted and Couch. Post your pictures in the comments if you happen to see it!

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams was celebrated on Wednesday as a mural inspired by his feature on the...

⚾️✝️ A SPECIAL MOMENT AT THE WHITE SOX GAMEFather Tom Hurley joined the White Sox celebration of Pope Leo XIV at the bal...
08/12/2026

⚾️✝️ A SPECIAL MOMENT AT THE WHITE SOX GAME

Father Tom Hurley joined the White Sox celebration of Pope Leo XIV at the ballpark Tuesday night, helping lead fans in the Sign of Peace during the fifth inning.

With nearly 41,000 fans taking part, it was a powerful Chicago moment — bringing faith, baseball and the community together at Rate Field.

🎙️ Hear more about Father Tom Hurley, the Sign of Peace and this memorable White Sox moment on The Ray Stevens Show.

Father Tom Hurley joined the White Sox' celebration of Pope Leo XIV at Rate Field Tuesday night, helping lead nearly 41,000 fans in the Sign of Peace during the fifth inning. It was a powerful moment that brought together faith, baseball and the Chicago community — with Sox fans across the ballpar...

Bears safety Coby Bryant will be out for most of the season after a knee surgery. Hopefully he'll be ready by the time t...
08/12/2026

Bears safety Coby Bryant will be out for most of the season after a knee surgery. Hopefully he'll be ready by the time the Bears get into the playoffs!

Chicago Bears safety Coby Bryant will be out four to six months after undergoing knee surgery, coach Ben Johns...

Credit Union 1 Ampitheatre in Tinley Park was damaged among the storms yesterday. There is no word on any concert delays...
08/12/2026

Credit Union 1 Ampitheatre in Tinley Park was damaged among the storms yesterday. There is no word on any concert delays or cancellations.

The Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre in the southwest Chicago suburb of Tinley Park was damaged when severe storms ...

08/11/2026

Ray Stevens is back in the big chair tomorrow morning, but the WLS 890 Hero Wall of Fame is always here!

Listen from 6 to 9 tomorrow morning for your shout out on the Wall of Fame and send in your police, fire, EMT, and military patches to 455 N. Cityfront Plaza Dr., Chicago, 60611 to hear your name and be recognized.

Generously sponsored by the Illinois House Republican Caucus.

Help end the blood shortage! Donors of all blood types — especially those with types O+ & B- blood — are needed now to h...
08/11/2026

Help end the blood shortage! Donors of all blood types — especially those with types O+ & B- blood — are needed now to help reverse a dangerous drop in the Red Cross blood supply. Book now to help ensure patients receive lifesaving medical care: https://rcblood.org/donate

Chicagoans are asked to delay showers, hold off on flushing toilets, and delay washing dishes in preparation for the upc...
08/11/2026

Chicagoans are asked to delay showers, hold off on flushing toilets, and delay washing dishes in preparation for the upcoming storms. Holding off on doing the dishes will not be a problem for most...

With more rain expected in the Chicago area this week, residents are being asked to use less water by delaying...

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