The Ray Stevens Show (May 29, 2026) | Mayor Johnson’s Vatican Visit, Firefighter Store Fight & Market Insight

"Take the Cuffs Off the Police!" — Pastor Corey Brooks Speaks Out on Teen Takeovers

Pastor Corey Brooks of Project Hood Joins The Ray Stevens Show to talk about the deeply rooted issues driving violent youth crime, accountability failures, and the rising phenomenon of "teen takeovers" in Chicago and across the country. Pastor Brooks emphasizes that structural change cannot happen without active parenting, directly linking the lack of male role models and absent fathers to the destructive paths many young boys are taking. The conversation also dives into law enforcement challenges, with Brooks calling for communities to "take the cuffs off the police" so they can properly enforce the law and teach accountability early on. Finally, Pastor Brooks shares an exciting update on Project Hood's new community center construction, which is now 80% complete and poised to provide life-transformational opportunities for the neighborhood. Pastor Brooks shares exciting news about the Project Hood facility, which is now 80% complete. A Donor Day event is scheduled for June 27th, inviting the community to see the space designed for life-transforming programs. For more on Project Hood, go to  projecthood.org facebook.com/ProjectHood1 [http://facebook.com/ProjectHood1] x.com/ProjectHood1 [http://x.com/ProjectHood1] instagram.com/projecthood1 See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Are the Chicago Bears Moving to Indiana?! Rep. Dan Ugaste Reveals the Rescue Plan.

Illinois State Representative Dan Ugaste joins The Ray Stevens Show to talk about the high-stakes legislative battle to keep the Chicago Bears in Illinois. As the franchise actively considers relocating to Indiana due to steep property tax burdens, Representative Ugaste breaks down his newly proposed pilot bill designed to incentivize the team to stay while protecting local homeowners.   Representative Ugaste's bill introduces a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) framework starting at a $500 million threshold. This allows developers to negotiate fixed tax agreements directly with local government units rather than hitting standard tax rolls. The bill emphasizes strict protections ensuring local property taxpayers won't see an increase due to the stadium development, while aiming to provide broader property tax relief across the state.   For details on Rep. Dan Ugaste New Bears Bill, go to repugaste.com See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Illinois at a Crossroads: The Fight for Change

GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Darren Bailey join The Ray Stevens Show to talk about the growing financial burdens facing Illinois families and businesses. From high corporate taxes to unnecessary government regulations, Bailey breaks down why major companies like Boeing are leaving the state and outlines his vision for tax relief and government accountability.  Is the current administration freezing out key players in the state's biggest deals? The discussion turns to the Chicago Bears' potential move and why state leadership's backroom tactics are backfiring. Bailey breaks down the pattern of excluding law enforcement, businesses, and taxpayers from major policy decisions, offering a stark contrast on how he plans to bring transparency back to Illinois. Darren Bailey also reacts to a controversial statement by Governor JB Pritzker telling frustrated residents to "get up and move" if they don't like the state's direction. Bailey contrasts this attitude with his own vision for tax relief, budget reform, and keeping long-term families and businesses in Illinois.   For details on Darren Bailey's Gubernatorial Run Check out the links below: https://baileyforillinois.com/ [https://baileyforillinois.com/] https://www.facebook.com/BaileyforIllinois [https://www.facebook.com/BaileyforIllinois] https://x.com/DarrenBaileyIL [https://x.com/DarrenBaileyIL] https://www.instagram.com/baileyforillinois/ [https://www.instagram.com/baileyforillinois/]     See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

PRITZKER EXPOSED: The "Secret" Tax Loophole Screwing Over Illinois Drivers!

Republican Minority Leader of the Illinois House of Representatives Tony McCombie joins The Ray Stevens Show to break down the political fallout from the Bears' potential move, the unilateral executive decisions overriding the legislature, and the controversial maneuvering behind the state’s motor fuel tax. dives into the growing friction between Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and working-class labor unions over the future of data centers and economic development. Rep. McCombie dives into the growing friction between Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and working-class labor unions over the future of data centers and economic development. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Republican Leader EXPOSES The Democratic Playbook Ruining Illinois' Economy!

Is Illinois on the verge of losing the Chicago Bears forever? While the Democrats try to walk this path alone, they are failing to get on the same page, leaving the pride and joy of Illinois vulnerable to out-of-state poaching. Republican Minority Leader John Curran joins The Ray Stevens Show to discuss the critical need for bipartisan cooperation to save the Bears' stadium deal, why Illinois must learn to move at the "speed of business" like neighboring Indiana, and the local pushback against controversial zoning and parking mandates that mimic Chicago-style policy statewide. If the state doesn't change course soon, tax-paying citizens will be left picking up the pieces for failing to retain major business creators. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.