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Dolton to host Back to School event August 5

Posted on August 1, 2023August 1, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Dolton to host Back to School event August 5
Dolton to host Back to School event August 5

Dolton to host Back to School event August 5 The Dolton Park District is excited to announce its annual Back to School event, taking place this Saturday, August 5th, from 12 noon until 3pm. This year’s event is proudly powered by Rucker and Rucker, in partnership with Power 92, and promises to be a day…

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Senator Michael Hasting bipartisan-backed proposal to crack down on crime now law

Posted on August 1, 2023August 2, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Senator Michael Hasting bipartisan-backed proposal to crack down on crime now law
Senator Michael Hasting bipartisan-backed proposal to crack down on crime now law

Senator Michael Hasting bipartisan-backed proposal to crack down on crime now law State Senator Michael E. Hastings’ measure to help police and sheriffs quickly track stolen vehicles is now law. “This measure helps us evolve by better utilizing the latest technology to track criminal actions,” said Hastings (D-Frankfort). “We already know that there is technology…

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McConnell and Biden show Seniors and aging are never addressed properly

Posted on August 1, 2023August 1, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on McConnell and Biden show Seniors and aging are never addressed properly
McConnell and Biden show Seniors and aging are never addressed properly

McConnell and Biden show Seniors and aging are never addressed properly By Ray Hanania This past week, we saw how getting older is handled by American politics. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell had a “senior moment” while speaking to the news media. He’s 81 years old. McConnell’s aides escorted him to his office, after the…

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Blind compassion allowing problems to fester among migrant asylum seekers Chicago alderman warns

Posted on July 27, 2023July 27, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Blind compassion allowing problems to fester among migrant asylum seekers Chicago alderman warns
Blind compassion allowing problems to fester among migrant asylum seekers Chicago alderman warns

Blind compassion allowing problems to fester among migrant asylum seekers Chicago alderman warns By Ray Hanania Chicago Alderman Raymond Lopez has always been on the cutting edge in the battle for truth. He was a courageous voice exposing the failings of former Mayor Lori Lightfoot and remains one of a handful of aldermen who believe…

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Bond Set for Two Women Charged with Robbing Bloomingdale Verizon Wireless Store

Posted on July 26, 2023July 26, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Bond Set for Two Women Charged with Robbing Bloomingdale Verizon Wireless Store
Bond Set for Two Women Charged with Robbing Bloomingdale Verizon Wireless Store

Bond Set for Two Women Charged with Robbing Bloomingdale Verizon Wireless Store Two female suspects arrested. Juvenile allegedly involved will be detained DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Bloomingdale Director of Public Safety Frank Giammarese announced today that bond has been set for two women accused of robbing a Bloomingdale Verizon Wireless store. Alisa…

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Des Plaines Man Charged with Gun Felonies

Posted on July 26, 2023July 26, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Des Plaines Man Charged with Gun Felonies
Des Plaines Man Charged with Gun Felonies

Des Plaines Man Charged with Gun Felonies A 29-year-old man has been charged with reckless discharge of a firearm and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon after he allegedly fired a handgun into the air multiple times in unincorporated Des Plaines, Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart announced Wednesday July 26, 2023. At approximately 10:29…

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Coin collecting: The re-release of the popular Morgan Silver Dollar

Posted on July 21, 2023July 21, 2023 By Ray Hanania 2 Comments on Coin collecting: The re-release of the popular Morgan Silver Dollar
Coin collecting: The re-release of the popular Morgan Silver Dollar

Coin collecting: The re-release of the popular Morgan Silver Dollar By Ray Hanania To celebrate the 100 year anniversary of the last issue of the Morgan Silver dollar, the U.S. Mint announced it would re-mint the Morgan Silver Dollar beginning in 2021. I am a big coin collector and my favor coins are the Indian…

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Senator Michael Hastings and Frankfort Park District invite residents to Ninja Park grand opening

Posted on July 20, 2023July 20, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Senator Michael Hastings and Frankfort Park District invite residents to Ninja Park grand opening
Senator Michael Hastings and Frankfort Park District invite residents to Ninja Park grand opening

Senator Michael Hastings and Frankfort Park District invite residents to Ninja Park grand opening State Senator Michael E. Hastings and the Frankfort Park District invite families and neighbors to attend the grand opening of the new Ninja Park on Tuesday, July 25 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Lincoln Meadows Ninja Park located at…

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Egyptian Flag to be raised in Celebration of Egypt’s Independence by America’s only Egyptian American Mayor Mary Basta

Posted on July 20, 2023July 20, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Egyptian Flag to be raised in Celebration of Egypt’s Independence by America’s only Egyptian American Mayor Mary Basta
Egyptian Flag to be raised in Celebration of Egypt’s Independence by America’s only Egyptian American Mayor Mary Basta

Egyptian Flag to be raised in Celebration of Egypt’s Independence by America’s only Egyptian American Mayor Mary Basta The vibrant community of Bolingbrook is set to witness a historic moment as Mayor Mary Alexander-Basta, the first female Egyptian mayor in the U.S., announces her plans to raise the Egyptian flag in honor of Egypt’s Independence…

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Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital Achieves Advanced Primary Stroke Center Certification

Posted on July 20, 2023July 20, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital Achieves Advanced Primary Stroke Center Certification
Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital Achieves Advanced Primary Stroke Center Certification

Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital Achieves Advanced Primary Stroke Center Certification Palos Hospital also receives American Heart Association national recognition Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital has achieved Advanced Primary Stroke Center Certification by The Joint Commission, the nation’s oldest and largest standards-setting and accrediting body in healthcare. Offered in collaboration with the American Stroke Association, The Joint…

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Senator Michael Hastings announces Matteson set to receive nearly $27 million to improve local roads and highways

Posted on July 20, 2023July 20, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Senator Michael Hastings announces Matteson set to receive nearly $27 million to improve local roads and highways
Senator Michael Hastings announces Matteson set to receive nearly $27 million to improve local roads and highways

Senator Michael Hastings announces Matteson set to receive nearly $27 million to improve local roads and highways State Senator Michael E. Hastings is excited to announce that the Village of Matteson is set to receive $26.6 million in investments to improve local roads and highways. “Our highways and roads serve as a lifeline,” said Hastings…

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Orland Hills to host “Shred and E-Recycling Day” Saturday August 26, 2023

Posted on July 18, 2023July 18, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Hills to host “Shred and E-Recycling Day” Saturday August 26, 2023
Orland Hills to host “Shred and E-Recycling Day” Saturday August 26, 2023

Orland Hills to host “Shred and E-Recycling Day” Saturday August 26, 2023 The Village of Orland Hills, Mayor Kyle Hastings, State Senator Michael Hastings and Orland Township Highway Commissioner Antonio Rubino are partnering to host a Free “Shred and E-Recycling” day for families to be held Saturday August 26, 2023. With the abundance of aging…

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Why is the government refusing to release all JFK investigation documents?

Posted on July 17, 2023July 17, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Why is the government refusing to release all JFK investigation documents?
Why is the government refusing to release all JFK investigation documents?

Why is the government refusing to release all JFK investigation documents? By Ray Hanania For my generation, the assassination of President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963 was one of the most traumatic moments for my generation. It wasn’t just because of the shock of seeing the leader of the most powerful country in…

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Orland Fire Protection District annual Open House showcases its emergency response services

Posted on July 16, 2023July 16, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Orland Fire Protection District annual Open House showcases its emergency response services
Orland Fire Protection District annual Open House showcases its emergency response services

Orland Fire Protection District annual Open House showcases its emergency response services The Orland Fire Protection District hosted its annual Open House for district residents which showcased an array of emergency response services to educate residents on best practices for ensuring public safety Thursday, July 13, 2023. This year’s Open House was held during evening…

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End all ties to Communist China now or pay the consequences later

Posted on July 15, 2023July 15, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on End all ties to Communist China now or pay the consequences later
End all ties to Communist China now or pay the consequences later

End all ties to Communist China now or pay the consequences later By William O. Lipinski At all times in dealing with the Chinese communist we must remember, it is an anti-democratic, totalitarian, human rights abusing, ideologically communist state. A brutal, barbarian regime totally committed to world domination. A dictatorship that not long ago massacred…

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Orland Fire District to host Evening Open House July 13 at 6:30 PM

Posted on July 5, 2023July 5, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire District to host Evening Open House July 13 at 6:30 PM
Orland Fire District to host Evening Open House July 13 at 6:30 PM

Orland Fire District to host Evening Open House July 13 at 6:30 PM The Orland Fire Protection District will host its annual Open House on Thursday July 13, 2023 featuring an assortment of demonstrations of emergency response scenarios. The Open House will be held during the evening from 6:30 PM until 8:30 PM at the…

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Cicero prepares for CiceroFest July 6 through 9

Posted on June 28, 2023June 28, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Cicero prepares for CiceroFest July 6 through 9
Cicero prepares for CiceroFest July 6 through 9

Cicero prepares for CiceroFest July 6 through 9 The Town of Cicero will host its annual CiceroFest at Cicero Community Park at 34th and Laramie Avenue from July 6 through July 9 and eliminate the annual fire works display replacing it with a spectacular laser light show. The festival will include live bands Thursday and…

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LyonsFest begins Friday, June 30 at Veterans Park

Posted on June 28, 2023June 28, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on LyonsFest begins Friday, June 30 at Veterans Park
LyonsFest begins Friday, June 30 at Veterans Park

LyonsFest begins Friday, June 30 at Veterans Park One of the suburban regions most exciting summer festivals kicks off Friday, June 30 in the Village of Lyons. LyonsFest 2023 will take place from Friday, June 30 – Tuesday, July 4 at Veterans Park in Lyons. There will be carnival rides and games, live music, food,…

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