Author: Ray Hanania

Ray Hanania is an award-winning opinion 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

Despite strong play Chicago Wolves lose in roller-coaster game with Rockford IceHogs

November 20, 2021November 20, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Despite strong play Chicago Wolves lose in roller-coaster game with Rockford IceHogs Dominik Bokk and Josh Jacobs score early for Chicago to no avail The Chicago Wolves jumped to an early two-goal lead, but the Rockford IceHogs rallied for a 6-3 victory Friday night at the MetroCentre. Forwards Dominik Bokk and David Gust and defenseman…

Chicago, Cook County, Entertainment, Features, News, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland

Lyons Fire Department celebrates 125th Anniversary

November 19, 2021November 19, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Lyons Fire Department celebrates 125th Anniversary The Lyons Fire Department will celebrate its 125th Anniversary at a memorial dedication on Sunday Nov. 28, 2021 beginning at 12 NOON. The event will be outdoors at the Lyons Fire Department, 4043 Joliet Avenue in Lyons. The Lyons Fire Department was founded in 1896, Village President Chris Getty…

Cook County, Events, Fire, Government, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Women’s committee to host fundraiser for Pat Dowell for Secretary of State

November 18, 2021November 18, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Women’s committee to host fundraiser for Pat Dowell for Secretary of State Illinois Women For Dowell to Host Fundraiser for Ald. Pat Dowell for Secretary of State on Thursday, November 18 Ambassador Carol Moseley Braun and State Senator Mattie Hunter will host a Women for Dowell Fundraiser to support Illinois Secretary of State candidate Alderman Pat Dowell…

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Unfunded Nursing Home Mandates in “Build Back Better Act” Will Worsen Historic Staffing Crisis

November 18, 2021November 18, 2021 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Unfunded Nursing Home Mandates in “Build Back Better Act” Will Worsen Historic Staffing Crisis Could force thousands of struggling nursing homes to further limit access to care to millions of vulnerable seniors The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL), representing more than 14,000 nursing homes and long term care facilities…

Baby Boomers, Government, News, Seniors, Suburban Chicagoland

Vancouver Songwriter Haley K. Turner releases Hanukkah song dedicated to comedian Adam Sandler

November 17, 2021November 17, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Vancouver Songwriter Haley K. Turner releases Hanukkah song dedicated to comedian Adam Sandler Canadian singer-songwriter Haley K Turner is releasing the most unanticipated original holiday song in the last 25 years. Inspired by a recent plea from Adam Sandler for “someone out there” to write a new Hanukkah song, Haley created one of the first…

Comedy, Entertainment, Features, National, News, Technology, Television, Theater

Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas opens satellite office at St. Sabina Church

November 17, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas opens satellite office at St. Sabina Church Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas opens satellite office at Saint Sabina Church to help preserve homeownership. Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas has opened a satellite office at Saint Sabina Church as part of her Black Houses Matter homeownership preservation program. Partnering with Father…

Chicago, Cook County, Editors Pick, Government, News, Suburban Chicagoland, Taxes

Poturalski’s highlight reel goal lifts Chicago Wolves to victory over Grand Rapids Griffins

November 17, 2021November 17, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Poturalski’s highlight reel goal lifts Chicago Wolves to victory over Grand Rapids Griffins Chicago’s captain delivers the winner 31 seconds into overtime Chicago Wolves captain Andrew Poturalski dashed through three defenders and deked the goaltender 31 seconds into overtime to give the Wolves a 2-1 victory over the Grand Rapids Griffins Wednesday morning at Van…

Chicago, Entertainment, News, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland

Orland Park’s mayor plans to run for congress

November 17, 2021November 28, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Park’s mayor plans to run for congress Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau is planning to run for Congress in the newly re-mapped 6th District which is a Democratic stronghold that pits in next year’s elections two incumbent Democrats, Marie Newman from the old 3rd District, and Sean Casten from the old 6th District. Newman…

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Make It to the Table This Thanksgiving with Safe Driving

November 15, 2021November 17, 2021 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Make It to the Table This Thanksgiving with Safe Driving Buckle Up. Every Trip. Every Time, Orland Park Police advise The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is teaming up with the Orland Park Police Department to make sure you make it to the table this Thanksgiving. Because the Thanksgiving holiday is…

Features, News, NewsWire, Orland Park, Police, Suburban Chicagoland, Travel

Bond Set at $1 Million for Man Charged with Attempt First Degree Murder at Children’s Indoor Amusement Park

November 15, 2021November 17, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Bond Set at $1 Million for Man Charged with Attempt First Degree Murder at Children’s Indoor Amusement Park DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert B. Berlin and Villa Park Chief of Police Michael Rivas announced Monday Nov. 15, 2021 that charges have been filed against a Chicago man accused of shooting another man at an indoor…

Chicago, Crime, DuPage, News, Police, Suburban Chicagoland

U.S. Rep. Marie Newman receives endorsements from 10 suburban mayors

November 15, 2021November 15, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

U.S. Rep. Marie Newman receives endorsements from 10 suburban mayors Congresswoman Marie Newman announced Monday Nov. 15, 2021 that she has received endorsements from ten suburban mayors and village presidents for her re-election to Congress in Illinois’ new 6th District in the Spring Democratic primary elections. “I’ve been in government for years and I’ve never…

Cook County, elections, Festival, Government, News, NewsWire, Orland Park, Orland Township, Politics, Regional Midwest, Suburban Chicagoland

Chicago Wolves lose to Toronto Marlies 2 to 1 in overtime play

November 14, 2021November 14, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago Wolves lose to Toronto Marlies 2 to 1 in overtime play The Central Division leaders need extra time for first time this year Rookie center Semyon Der-Arguchintsev scored with 1.3 seconds remaining in overtime to give the Toronto Marlies a 2-1 victory Sunday afternoon at Allstate Arena. Forward Maxim Letunov scored for the Wolves…

Chicago, News, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland

Chicago Wolves outshot but lose to the Toronto Marlies

November 14, 2021November 15, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago Wolves outshot but lose to the Toronto Marlies The Central Division leaders faced Toronto for the first time in seven seasons Despite producing a 39-25 advantage in shots, the Chicago Wolves suffered a 5-1 loss to the Toronto Marlies Saturday night at Allstate Arena. Forward Sam Miletic scored for the Central Division-leading Wolves (7-3-0-0),…

Chicago, Editors Pick, News, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland

Chicago House Soccer Match Preview: November 13, 2021, vs. Stumptown AC

November 12, 2021November 12, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago House Soccer Match Preview: November 13, 2021, vs. Stumptown AC The House Looks To Continue To Climb The Table And Extend Their Win Streak At Home Chicago House AC is back at SeatGeek Stadium for another Saturday home match. Their opponent this weekend will be Stumptown AC which the House defeated back on August…

Chicago, Cook County, News, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland

Chicago Wolves defeat Rockford IceHogs at MetroCentre

November 12, 2021November 12, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago Wolves defeat Rockford IceHogs at MetroCentre Poturalski, Noesen and Gelinas score early goals for Central Division leaders The Chicago Wolves produced three first-period goals and rolled to a 4-1 victory over the Rockford IceHogs Friday night at the MetroCentre. Forwards Andrew Poturalski, Stefan Noesen and Maxim Letunov and defenseman Eric Gelinas scored for the…

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Orland Township’s Fall Job Fair a Success

November 12, 2021November 12, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Township’s Fall Job Fair a Success The Township’s annual event showcased nearly 40 companies. More than 100 individuals showed up in their best business casual attire, with resumes in hand, hoping to ‘fall’ into a new job at Orland Township’s Fall Job Fair. A variety of industries were represented by nearly 40 companies in…

Business, Cook County, Government, News, Orland Park, Orland Township, Suburban Chicagoland

Biden’s budget plans do little for seniors

November 11, 2021November 20, 2021 Ray Hanania 2 Comments

Biden’s budget plans do little for seniors Seniors are disproportionately bearing the heaviest burden of the economic slump caused by the Coronavirus COVID Pandemic, and nothing of real substance is being done to address their challenges. Seniors are included in the political rhetoric but not in the substance of what is being done including in…

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Red Stars triumph in 1-0 victory, will play Thorns in Semifinal

November 10, 2021November 10, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Red Stars triumph in 1-0 victory, will play Thorns in Semifinal The Chicago Red Stars, behind a second-half goal thanks to link up play between Sarah Woldmoe and Mal Pugh, defeated Gotham FC 1-0 and advanced to the NWSL Semifinal next week vs Portland. KEY MOMENTS 55’ – A flurry of Gotham attacks came down…

Cook County, Features, News, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland