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WLS-AM/Chicago Re-Signs Veteran Chicago Host Ray Stevens


Ray Stevens
Ray Stevens

Cumulus Media's WLS-AM (890) in Chicago has re-signed veteran radio personality Ray Stevens, who will continue as morning host of "The Ray Stevens Show," airing weekdays from 6-9am. Stevens, affectionately known to listeners as "Ramblin' Ray," has built a loyal following since launching the show in June, 2023.

Stephanie Tichenor, Program Director at WLS-AM, praised Stevens' influence on the station's morning block: "Ray has been instrumental in bringing Conservative content to morning drive on the Big 89. His energy, his experience, and his ability to deliver the local lens of the right conversation has been invaluable for our listeners. We look forward to the continued growth and success of 890 WLS with Ray Stevens in morning drive."

Stevens, an award-winning News/Talk and Country radio host, has a long history in Chicago radio, including years at WUSN-FM (US 99) and WLS-AM. His voice has also been heard on Westwood One's Country's Cutting Edge and United Stations' Serving Your Country. His accolades include the Country Music Association's Major Market Personality of the Year in 2010 and a four-time Major Market Talent of the Year by the Country Radio Broadcasters.

Beyond radio, Stevens is also known for his extensive charitable efforts. He has been honored with the Semper Fi Award by the U.S. Marines for his advocacy on behalf of servicemembers, and actively supports organizations such as PAWS Chicago, Ronald McDonald House, and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

"Excited to continue doing wake ups in my hometown of Chicago," Stevens said in a statement. "I love that WLS management always supports my wild ideas. Ideas that make our city better for every neighborhood and everybody! Pets included! We have a lot of work to do, and we are doing it."

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