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Hastings: $123 million in IDOT projects will improve South Suburban roads through collaboration with local leaders

Posted on October 3, 2025October 3, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Hastings: $123 million in IDOT projects will improve South Suburban roads through collaboration with local leaders
Hastings: $123 million in IDOT projects will improve South Suburban roads through collaboration with local leaders

Hastings: $123 million in IDOT projects will improve South Suburban roads through collaboration with local leaders State Senator Michael E. Hastings secured over $123 million to build and repair infrastructure in the South Suburbs. “Our transportation system is how families get to work, students get to school and businesses connect with customers,” said Hastings (D-Frankfort)….

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Ratepayers will lose in the rush to approve battery storage electricity legislation in Springfield

Posted on October 2, 2025October 2, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Ratepayers will lose in the rush to approve battery storage electricity legislation in Springfield
Ratepayers will lose in the rush to approve battery storage electricity legislation in Springfield

Ratepayers will lose in the rush to approve battery storage electricity legislation in Springfield Chicago, IL – The Illinois Legislature should not rush to approve a battery energy storage proposal that guarantees out-of-state battery companies a 20-year profit paid for by Illinois utility customers, a leading energy ratepayer advocacy association said Wednesday. Phillip Golden, chairman…

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Leving Team Prevented a Father’s Wrongful Separation from His Child

Posted on October 1, 2025October 1, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Leving Team Prevented a Father’s Wrongful Separation from His Child
Leving Team Prevented a Father’s Wrongful Separation from His Child

Leving Team Prevented a Father’s Wrongful Separation from His Child By Laura Reichel A devoted father nearly lost everything—his child, his freedom, and his future—because of false allegations that threatened everything he held dear. Stripped of his rights and shut out of his child’s life, dad turned to attorney Jeffery Leving for help.  The Law…

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Hastings, Giannoulias announce opening of temporary driver services facility in Orland Park

Posted on September 30, 2025September 30, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Hastings, Giannoulias announce opening of temporary driver services facility in Orland Park
Hastings, Giannoulias announce opening of temporary driver services facility in Orland Park

Hastings, Giannoulias announce opening of temporary driver services facility in Orland Park State Senator Michael E. Hastings and Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias joined community leaders Monday to announce the opening of a temporary driver services facility at CTF Illinois in Orland Park. “This facility represents more than just a place to renew a license…

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Popcorn with a purpose: Emagine Theatres brings back Pink Caramel Corn to support Pink Fund during Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Posted on September 29, 2025September 29, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Popcorn with a purpose: Emagine Theatres brings back Pink Caramel Corn to support Pink Fund during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Popcorn with a purpose: Emagine Theatres brings back Pink Caramel Corn to support Pink Fund during Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Popcorn with a purpose: Emagine Theatres brings back Pink Caramel Corn to support Pink Fund during Breast Cancer Awareness Month Proceeds Help Provide Critical Financial Support To Breast Cancer Patients. Pink Popcorn is available for a limited time only at Emagine Theatres starting October 1, 2025 This October, Emagine Entertainment will once again be turning…

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Chicago Wolves announce 2025-2026 Training Camp Roster

Posted on September 29, 2025September 29, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves announce 2025-2026 Training Camp Roster
Chicago Wolves announce 2025-2026 Training Camp Roster

Chicago Wolves announce 2025-2026 Training Camp Roster The Chicago Wolves, the American Hockey League affiliate of the Carolina Hurricanes, have announced the roster for the team’s 2025-26 training camp. Camp is being held at the Wolves’ new training facility, Rosemont Ice Arena (7115 Barry St., Rosemont, IL, 60018) and will continue through to the season…

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Video Podcast on James Comey, ICE Agents, Government shutdown, Gaza Peace Plan, Ukraine and long range missiles, and New York mayoral race

Posted on September 29, 2025September 29, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Video Podcast on James Comey, ICE Agents, Government shutdown, Gaza Peace Plan, Ukraine and long range missiles, and New York mayoral race
Video Podcast on James Comey, ICE Agents, Government shutdown, Gaza Peace Plan, Ukraine and long range missiles, and New York mayoral race

Video Podcast on James Comey, ICE Agents, Government shutdown, Gaza Peace Plan, Ukraine and long range missiles, and New York mayoral race Welcome to this week’s episode of Two Guys on Politics with co-hosts former Illinois Congressman Bill Lipinski and columnist at the Southwest News Newspaper Group, and myself, Ray Hanania, writer and columnist with…

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Five Individuals Charged in Federal Court in Chicago With Assaulting or Resisting Federal Agents Engaged in Immigration Enforcement Operations

Posted on September 29, 2025September 29, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Five Individuals Charged in Federal Court in Chicago With Assaulting or Resisting Federal Agents Engaged in Immigration Enforcement Operations
Five Individuals Charged in Federal Court in Chicago With Assaulting or Resisting Federal Agents Engaged in Immigration Enforcement Operations

Five Individuals Charged in Federal Court in Chicago With Assaulting or Resisting Federal Agents Engaged in Immigration Enforcement Operations Five individuals have been charged in federal court in Chicago with assaulting or forcibly resisting federal agents who were engaged in immigration enforcement operations in Broadview, Ill. over the weekend. The defendants were among a crowd…

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Wolves broadcasts return to WPWR-TV for 2025 – 26 season

Posted on September 26, 2025September 26, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Wolves broadcasts return to WPWR-TV for 2025 – 26 season
Wolves broadcasts return to WPWR-TV for 2025 – 26 season

Wolves broadcasts return to WPWR-TV for 2025 – 26 season The Chicago Wolves are pleased to announce FOX Chicago Plus (WPWR-TV) will broadcast 30 Wolves regular-season home games during the 2025-26 American Hockey League season. The partnership with WPWR-TV marks the ninth consecutive full season that Wolves games have been a staple on its schedule….

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Secretary of State Drivers Facility Moving to New Orland Park Location

Posted on September 26, 2025September 26, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Secretary of State Drivers Facility Moving to New Orland Park Location
Secretary of State Drivers Facility Moving to New Orland Park Location

Secretary of State Drivers Facility Moving to New Orland Park Location Temporary Drivers Facility to Open September 29 in Orland Park, Permanent Location Coming Soon, in a major victory for the leadership of Orland Park Mayor Jim Dodge, and especially for senior citizen residents of the Orland Park region. The new facility will be located…

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Fighting for Duped Man’s Freedom and Future

Posted on September 25, 2025September 25, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Fighting for Duped Man’s Freedom and Future
Fighting for Duped Man’s Freedom and Future

Fighting for Duped Man’s Freedom and Future By Laura Reichel A desperate Chicago man was facing a severe crisis after learning he had been burdened with crushing child support payments and arrearages for a child who was not even his own child. Fearing losing everything, his license, his job, and his freedom, he reached out…

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Orland Firefighters receive awards for battling flooding during Texas deployment

Posted on September 24, 2025September 24, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Firefighters receive awards for battling flooding during Texas deployment
Orland Firefighters receive awards for battling flooding during Texas deployment

Orland Firefighters receive awards for battling flooding during Texas deployment Orland Fire Protection District, IL – Three members of the Orland Fire Protection District were honored on Tuesday (9-23-25), receiving the MABAS Humanitarian Award for serving on a state Task Force sent to help Texas residents who were the victims of major flooding last July….

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Free Mexican Document Assistance Available This Week at Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar’s Office

Posted on September 24, 2025September 24, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Free Mexican Document Assistance Available This Week at Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar’s Office
Free Mexican Document Assistance Available This Week at Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar’s Office

Free Mexican Document Assistance Available This Week at Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar’s Office Beginning on Thursday, September 25, through Saturday, September 27, Cook County Commissioner Frank Aguilar will provide free Mexican document assistance. The assistance will be available at the Aguilar’s District Office, 7833 Ogden Avenue, Lyons, Illinois. A range of services will be offered…

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Hastings: Families deserve a heads-up before major insurance increase

Posted on September 24, 2025September 24, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Hastings: Families deserve a heads-up before major insurance increase
Hastings: Families deserve a heads-up before major insurance increase

Hastings: Families deserve a heads-up before major insurance increase State Senator Michael E. Hastings has introduced Senate Bill 2699, legislation that would require insurance companies to provide advance written notice to consumers before imposing significant rate increases on home or auto insurance policies. “Consumers deserve to know when a rate increase is coming so they…

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US Senator Chris Murphy endorses Robin Kelly for US Senate, succeeding Dick Durbin

Posted on September 24, 2025September 24, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on US Senator Chris Murphy endorses Robin Kelly for US Senate, succeeding Dick Durbin
US Senator Chris Murphy endorses Robin Kelly for US Senate, succeeding Dick Durbin

US Senator Chris Murphy endorses Robin Kelly for US Senate, succeeding Dick Durbin U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT), one of the nation’s leading voices for gun violence prevention, has announced his endorsement of Rep. Robin Kelly for United States Senate in Illinois.  As colleagues and gun violence prevention champions, Murphy and Kelly have worked closely…

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Orland firefighter suffers minor injuries in responding to home fire

Posted on September 23, 2025September 23, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland firefighter suffers minor injuries in responding to home fire
Orland firefighter suffers minor injuries in responding to home fire

Orland firefighter suffers minor injuries in responding to home fire Orland Fire Protection District, IL – One firefighter with the Orland Fire Protection District suffered minor injuries but was treated and released after battling a home fire in Orland Park Tuesday (09-23-25) afternoon. Emergency calls identified heavy smoke billowing from a two-story residential home with…

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Hastings files legislation to combat ‘cost shifting’ practices in insurance rate setting

Posted on September 23, 2025September 23, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Hastings files legislation to combat ‘cost shifting’ practices in insurance rate setting
Hastings files legislation to combat ‘cost shifting’ practices in insurance rate setting

Hastings files legislation to combat ‘cost shifting’ practices in insurance rate setting In the wake of insurance rate hikes throughout Illinois, State Senator Michael E. Hastings has filed legislation aiming to prohibit insurance companies from engaging in “cost shifting” and to strengthen protections for Illinois consumers against unfair insurance rates. “Cost shifting is fundamentally unfair,”…

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Quinn and Lawson reach agreement on revised ADU Ordinance with strong labor support

Posted on September 23, 2025September 23, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Quinn and Lawson reach agreement on revised ADU Ordinance with strong labor support
Quinn and Lawson reach agreement on revised ADU Ordinance with strong labor support

Quinn and Lawson reach agreement on revised ADU Ordinance with strong labor support Alds. Marty Quinn (13) and Bennett Lawson (44) today announced an agreement on a revised Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance that is set to bring much-needed affordable housing options to Chicago residents while ensuring fair labor practices. The revised ordinance has the…

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