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Paul Vallas warns Chicago school board and mayoral elections are being dominated by wealthy political insiders

October 31, 2026October 31, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Paul Vallas warns Chicago school board and mayoral elections are being dominated by wealthy political insiders Former Chicago Public Schools CEO Paul Vallas criticizes teachers union influence, Michael Sacks’ political spending, Gov. JB Pritzker, and mayoral candidate Alexi Giannoulias while endorsing Victor Henderson for school board president in an appearance on the “Ray Hanania on…

Chicago, Cook County, Education, elections, Government, News, NewsWire, Podcast, Politics, rayhanania, Taxes, Videos

Leving Fought for Client’s Liberty and His Future and Won

October 30, 2026October 30, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Leving Fought for Client’s Liberty and His Future and Won By Laura Reichel An Illinois man’s world was turned upside down when his ex filed a Petition for an Order of Protection against him, falsely accusing him of physically assaulting her. Facing deeply damaging allegations and fearing for his freedom, he turned to attorney Jeffery…

Dads' Rights, Fathers' Rights, Jeffery Leving, Law, News, NewsWire

Change in law lets tax breaks automatically renew for homeowners with disabilities

October 23, 2026October 23, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Your Property Taxes With The Cook County Treasurer Change in law lets tax breaks automatically renew for homeowners with disabilities State lawmakers have made it easier for people with disabilities to continue receiving annual property tax relief. By The Cook County Treasurer Cook County homeowners who receive the Persons with Disabilities Exemption don’t have…

Blogger, Commentary, Cook County, NewsWire, Opinion, Taxes

Leving Reunited Dad and Daughter and Protected Their Future

October 22, 2026October 22, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Leving Reunited Dad and Daughter and Protected Their Future By Laura Reichel A distressed dad faced every father’s nightmare: his twelve-year-old daughter had been taken from him to a distant state and he feared she was in grave danger. The mother of his daughter had obtained an Emergency Order of Protection against dad, accusing him…

Dads' Rights, Fathers' Rights, Jeffery Leving, Law, News, NewsWire

Paul Vallas Blasts Chicago Teachers Union, Questions Billionaire Influence in Mayoral Race During “Two Guys on Politics” Podcast

October 17, 2026October 17, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Paul Vallas Blasts Chicago Teachers Union, Questions Billionaire Influence in Mayoral Race During “Two Guys on Politics” Podcast Former Chicago Public Schools CEO joins Ray Hanania and former Congressman Bill Lipinski on their Video Podcast “Two Guys on Politics” to discuss Chicago’s 2027 mayoral election, school finances, President Trump’s handling of Ukraine and the growing…

Bill Lipinski, Chicago, Cook County, elections, Maria Pappas, News, NewsWire, Opinion, Podcast, Politics, rayhanania, Union

Leving Rescued Dad’s Daughter from Reported Violent Home and Gave Her Hope

October 15, 2026October 15, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Leving Rescued Dad’s Daughter from Reported Violent Home and Gave Her Hope By Laura Reichel A frantic father turned to attorney Jeffery M. Leving to protect his daughter after her stepfather had reportedly struck her in the face. Dad wanted to bring his daughter back home, where he could protect her, support her education, and…

Dads' Rights, Fathers' Rights, Jeffery Leving, News, NewsWire, Radio

Maria Pappas shares emotional stories of family, faith and perseverance during Romanian Heritage Center book signing

October 10, 2026October 10, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Maria Pappas shares emotional stories of family, faith and perseverance during Romanian Heritage Center book signing Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas recounted her childhood in West Virginia coal country, her journey into public service, and a spiritual experience in Romania that inspired the conclusion of her new memoir, “Maria the Pappas,” during a book signing…

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The Cook County Treasurer and the Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans Attend Flag Raising and Kickoff Event Ahead of Columbus Day Parade

October 9, 2026October 9, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

The Cook County Treasurer and the Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans Attend Flag Raising and Kickoff Event Ahead of Columbus Day Parade The Cook County Treasurer and Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans President Ron Onesti will proudly welcome a special delegation from Italy during a flag raising celebration at NOON on Friday, October…