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Pritzker, Welch and regional leaders praise John Harrell and Black Men United for affordable housing project

Posted on August 30, 2025August 30, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Pritzker, Welch and regional leaders praise John Harrell and Black Men United for affordable housing project
Pritzker, Welch and regional leaders praise John Harrell and Black Men United for affordable housing project

Pritzker, Welch and regional leaders praise John Harrell and Black Men United for affordable housing project Gov. J.B. Pritzker, House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch,” and legislative leaders and local mayors praised a projected to convert a building to low-income housing in Maywood by Rev. John Harrell and Black Men United. CLICK HERE to view a…

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Former Chicago Attorney Sentenced to Two and a Half Years in Federal Prison for Tax Fraud and Witness Tampering

Posted on August 28, 2025August 28, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Former Chicago Attorney Sentenced to Two and a Half Years in Federal Prison for Tax Fraud and Witness Tampering
Former Chicago Attorney Sentenced to Two and a Half Years in Federal Prison for Tax Fraud and Witness Tampering

Former Chicago Attorney Sentenced to Two and a Half Years in Federal Prison for Tax Fraud and Witness Tampering A former Chicago attorney has been sentenced to two and a half years in federal prison for committing tax fraud, attempting to tamper with a witness, and violating a court order. Michael Abramson provided more than…

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Cook County Commissioner Frank Aguilar honors veterans at first of monthly VetConnect Workshops at district office

Posted on August 28, 2025August 28, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cook County Commissioner Frank Aguilar honors veterans at first of monthly VetConnect Workshops at district office
Cook County Commissioner Frank Aguilar honors veterans at first of monthly VetConnect Workshops at district office

Cook County Commissioner Frank Aguilar honors veterans at first of monthly VetConnect Workshops at district office On Tuesday, August 26th, Commissioner Aguilar hosted the first of a monthly workshop for veteran support services at his district office. The event connected veterans with multiple agencies and services, bringing these resources directly to 16th District veterans and…

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Orland Fire hosts Coffee & Conversation on individual fatigue and personal health

Posted on August 28, 2025August 28, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire hosts Coffee & Conversation on individual fatigue and personal health
Orland Fire hosts Coffee & Conversation on individual fatigue and personal health

Orland Fire hosts Coffee & Conversation on individual fatigue and personal health Orland Park, IL – The Orland Fire Protection District will host its monthly Coffee & Conversation for the public on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025, featuring two speakers who will address individual fatigue and how to empower your personal health and activism. Residents of…

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Man Sentenced to a Year and a Half in Federal Prison for Covid-Relief Fraud

Posted on August 28, 2025August 28, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Man Sentenced to a Year and a Half in Federal Prison for Covid-Relief Fraud
Man Sentenced to a Year and a Half in Federal Prison for Covid-Relief Fraud

Man Sentenced to a Year and a Half in Federal Prison for Covid-Relief Fraud A federal judge in Chicago has sentenced a man to a year and half in prison for scheming to fraudulently obtain nearly $2 million in small business loans under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. In 2020, Samuel…

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Leving team protected dad’s daughter from danger and restored his peace of mind

Posted on August 28, 2025August 28, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Leving team protected dad’s daughter from danger and restored his peace of mind

Leving team protected dad’s daughter from danger and restored his peace of mind By: Laura Reichel A devoted father, terrified that his daughter’s safety was at risk, turned to attorney Jeffery Leving for help. The Leving legal team stepped in, fought relentlessly on his behalf, and won—protecting his young daughter and ensuring that this father…

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Children of divorce caught in the middle during the holidays

Posted on August 27, 2025August 27, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Children of divorce caught in the middle during the holidays

Children of divorce caught in the middle during the holidays  By Jeffery M. Leving Despite Hollywood images of happy families sitting around a large table for holiday meals, the reality is that about 50% of couples end up divorced. So, while I am not trying to be a holiday Grinch, I am pointing out the…

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O’Hare Officials say they will pursue “more permanent solutions” for Muslim prayer Tent

Posted on August 27, 2025August 27, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on O’Hare Officials say they will pursue “more permanent solutions” for Muslim prayer Tent
O’Hare Officials say they will pursue “more permanent solutions” for Muslim prayer Tent

O’Hare Officials say they will pursue “more permanent solutions” for Muslim prayer Tent Officials of the Chicago Department of Aviation responded to my story detailing the harassment of Muslim Uber/Lyft drivers who were given permission to install a “Prayer Tent” on an unused corner of the ride-sharing staging area near O’Hare Airport by promising to…

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