Author: Ray Hanania

Ray Hanania is an award-winning columnist, author & former Chicago City Hall reporter (1977-1992). A veteran who served during the Vietnam War and the recipient of four SPJ Peter Lisagor Awards for column writing, Hanania writes weekly opinion columns on mainstream American & Chicagoland topics for the Southwest News-Herald, Des Plaines Valley News, the Regional News, The Reporter Newspapers, and Suburban Chicagoland. His award winning columns can be found at www.HANANIA.COM Subscribe FREE today Hanania also writes about Middle East issues for the Arab News, and The Arab Daily News criticizing government policies in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Hanania was named "Best Ethnic American Columnist" by the New America Media in November 2007, and is the 2009 recipient of the SPJ National Sigma Delta Chi Award for column writing. Email Ray Hanania at [email protected]. Follow RayHanania at Twitter

The Chicago Wolves dispatched the Iowa Wild 4-1 on Saturday night at Allstate Arena.

February 22, 2025February 22, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

The Chicago Wolves dispatched the Iowa Wild 4-1 on Saturday night at Allstate Arena. Josiah Slavin, Skyler Brind’Amour, Justin Robidas and Nikita Pavlychev scored for the Wolves, who won for the second game in a row while handing the Wild their third consecutive defeat. Ryan Suzuki and Nick Swaney each chipped in two assists as…

Chicago, News, Sports

Treasurer’s website offers easy way to update property tax bill name and address information

February 21, 2025February 21, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Treasurer’s website offers easy way to update property tax bill name and address information By Maria Pappas You may not look forward to receiving your property tax bill, but it’s crucial that you get it. Not getting it can lead to missing the payment due date, which can cost you money. That’s exactly what happened…

Blogger, Commentary, Cook County, Government, Maria Pappas, Opinion, Suburban Chicagoland, Taxes

Leving Firm Matrimonial Law Seminar: “Elements of a Dissipation Claim” and “Legal Implications in Family Law Cases of Signing a Mortgage, without a Promissory Note”

February 20, 2025February 20, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Leving Firm Matrimonial Law Seminar: “Elements of a Dissipation Claim” and “Legal Implications in Family Law Cases of Signing a Mortgage, without a Promissory Note” CHICAGO – The Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving Ltd. will host the next presentation of the Arthur S. Kallow Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar Series on February 20th at…

Arthur Kallow, Arthur S. Kallow, Dads' Rights, Fathers' Rights, Jeffery Leving, Law, News

Lisa Hernandez Responds to Governor’s State of the State: Cost of Living is My Top Priority

February 20, 2025February 20, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Lisa Hernandez Responds to Governor’s State of the State: Cost of Living is My Top Priority SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lisa Hernandez, D-Cicero, outlined her strong commitment to cutting the cost of living for everyday Illinoisans in her response to Governor Pritzker’s State of the State and Budget Address. “While we again face a…

Economy, Government, Illinois Legislature, News

Chicago Dad and daughter reunited after ex moved daughter away

February 14, 2025February 14, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago Dad and daughter reunited after ex moved daughter away By Laura Reichel What good is having parenting time on paper, if dad and his child can’t see each other in real life? This is the dilemma a concerned father faced after his ex refused to keep her word and interfered with dad’s court ordered…

Arthur Kallow, Arthur S. Kallow, Dads' Rights, Fathers' Rights, Jeffery Leving, Law, News

Cicero building severely damaged by fire, no one injured

February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Cicero building severely damaged by fire, no one injured The former Cork and Tap Bar, 1501 S. 51st Court, was consumed by an aggressive fire today, Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025. The two-story frame building sustained significant fire damage. No one was inside or injured. The Cicero Fire Department is investigating the cause. They believe the…

Fire, News, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland, Town of Cicero

Orland Fire to host annual “Shamrocks & Shenanigans” Senior Luncheon on March 14

February 10, 2025February 13, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Fire to host annual “Shamrocks & Shenanigans” Senior Luncheon on March 14 Tickets for the Orland Fire Protection District’s popular Senior Citizen “Shamrocks & Shenanigans” luncheon go on sale beginning Monday, Feb 17, 2025, at the OFPD Administration building, 9790 W. 151st Street. The event will be held on March 14. It sells out…

Baby Boomers, Crime, Culture, Events, Festival, Fire, Government, News, Orland Fire Protection District, Orland Park, Orland Township, Seniors

Paying your tax bill online is easy and safe, but you can also pay by mail or in person

February 7, 2025February 7, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Paying your tax bill online is easy and safe, but you can also pay by mail or in person By Maria Pappas In 1789, Ben Franklin wrote that nothing was certain “except death and taxes.” Today I write about the taxes part of the great American statesman’s uncomfortable reminder: The due date for Cook County…

Blogger, Comedy, Commentary, Cook County, Humor, Maria Pappas, Opinion, Police, Religion

Dad wins more parenting time, safeguarding his children

February 7, 2025February 7, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Dad wins more parenting time, safeguarding his children By: Laura Reichel A father’s presence can make all the difference in his children’s lives. However, there are times when the bonds between a father and his children are threatened – which is exactly what happened to this loving father after his relationship with his children was…

Arthur Kallow, Arthur S. Kallow, Crime, Dads' Rights, Fathers' Rights, Festival, Jeffery Leving, Law, News, Radio

Recent Ray Hanania columns you might have missed on President Carter, Tom Cotton, Keith Pekau, Camelot, and JFK assassination

February 1, 2025February 1, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Recent Ray Hanania columns you might have missed on President Carter, Tom Cotton, Keith Pekau, Camelot, and JFK assassination Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau continues to throw trash and lies at the residents of his Suburban Chicagoland community in an eNewsletter that is filled with political exaggerations and distortions attacking anyone who challenges his failed…

Chicago, Civil Rights, Comedy, Crime, Federal, Festival, Government, Humor, National, News, Opinion, Orland Park, Podcast, Police, Politics, Racism, Regional Midwest, Religion, Suburban Chicagoland, Taxes

Leving team gained court-ordered parenting time for dad who had none

January 31, 2025February 1, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Leving team gained court-ordered parenting time for dad who had none By Laura Reichel A dad and his girlfriend were together for many years, and had two children, a boy and a girl, who are now both adolescents. After the relationship between dad and the mother ended, the children stayed with their father. Afterwards, the…

Arthur Kallow, Arthur S. Kallow, Civil Rights, Crime, Dads' Rights, Fathers' Rights, Festival, Jeffery Leving, Law, News, Radio

Illinois veterans spend 78.6 % of income on rehab costs, study shows

January 30, 2025January 30, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Illinois veterans spend 78.6 % of income on rehab costs, study shows Severe Financial Barriers Prevent U.S. Vets From Getting the Addiction Help They Need. 30% of U.S. states have annual rehabilitation costs that exceed veteran incomes. Wyoming veterans spend 133.8% of their income on annual drug rehabilitation costs, the highest rate in the U.S….

Crime, Festival, Government, Health, National, News, NewsWire, Veterans

Illinois ranks seventh for romance scam losses: over $36 million lost

January 27, 2025January 27, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Illinois ranks seventh for romance scam losses: over $36 million lost California has lost the most to romance scams, with over $258.7 million lost in 2022 and 2023. Illinois is seventh, with over $36.7 million lost. Wyoming has lost the least to love scams, with $766,256 lost over 2022 and 2023. New data has revealed the…

Crime, Festival, Law, News, NewsWire, Police

Fire damages 6 apartments in 18-unit Cicero building Sunday, no injuries

January 26, 2025January 26, 2025 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Fire damages 6 apartments in 18-unit Cicero building Sunday, no injuries The Cicero Fire Department responded to a fire at an apartment building just after midnight this morning, Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, at the 5600 Block of 22nd Place, Firefighters found fire and smoke billowing from the windows of several apartments in the 18-unit building….

Crime, Festival, Fire, News, Suburban Chicagoland, Town of Cicero, Veterans

Property Tax Pointers from the County Treasurer: 10 Must-Know Tips for Homeowners

January 24, 2025January 24, 2025 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Property Tax Pointers from the County Treasurer: 10 Must-Know Tips for Homeowners By Maria Pappas As Cook County Treasurer, I’ve learned the property tax system can be confusing and intimidating. Whether you’re a new or longtime homeowner, or a senior citizen, I understand your frustrations. To help, I’ve created 10 tips to better understand your…

Blogger, Comedy, Commentary, Cook County, Humor, Maria Pappas, Opinion, Suburban Chicagoland, Taxes

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

January 22, 2025January 22, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic Launches Initiatives to Empower Teens and Raise Awareness. North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic and the North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic Regional Student Board raise awareness about teen dating violence and promote safe, healthy relationships. Highland Park, IL – January 22, 2025 – February…

Chicago, Crime, Festival, News, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland, youth

The risk of ‘sextortion’ of our kids is real

January 22, 2025January 22, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

The risk of ‘sextortion’ of our kids is real By Jeffery M. Leving® and James M. Hagler Imagine watching your son joyfully open up a holiday gift and receiving the internet device he has long been wishing for. It may be hard for a parent to believe, but this gift could be the first step…

Arthur Kallow, Arthur S. Kallow, Chicago, Crime, Dads' Rights, Fathers' Rights, Festival, Jeffery Leving, Law, News

Biden betrays America with pardons while Democrats hide behind hypocrisy

January 17, 2025January 17, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Biden betrays America with pardons while Democrats hide behind hypocrisy 01-17-25 Biden pardons criminals while Democrats lead the country into a further national divide. Click here to view the YouTube video Podcast or watch using the video widget below. America is more divided today than it ever was under Trump or Biden mainly because Democrats…

Bill Lipinski, Civil Rights, Comedy, Commentary, Crime, elections, Festival, Government, Humor, National, News, NewsWire, Opinion, Politics, Suburban Chicagoland, Videos