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

Enrollment for Affordable Care Act opens Nov 1 thru Jan 15

November 1, 2021November 1, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Enrollment for Affordable Care Act opens Nov 1 thru Jan 15 Illinois Department of Insurance Announces the start of Open Enrollment on the ACA Health Insurance Marketplace. Eleven health insurance companies are offering Illinois consumers health plans this year Open Enrollment for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Health Insurance Marketplace has begun running from November 1,…

Baby Boomers, Cook County, coronavirus, Health, Illinois Legislature, News, Seniors, Suburban Chicagoland

Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs and Serve Illinois Revive the Spirit of Service through Serving Those Who Served

November 1, 2021November 1, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs and Serve Illinois Revive the Spirit of Service through Serving Those Who Served Serving Those Who Served is a week-long series of service projects centered around Illinois veterans and Veterans Day. The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs in partnership with Serve Illinois today launched the 2021 Serving Those Who Served…

Chicago, Cook County, Government, Illinois Legislature, News, Regional Midwest, Suburban Chicagoland, Veterans

Potluralski’s Hat Trick treats Chicago Wolves to 5th straight win

October 31, 2021October 31, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Potluralski’s Hat Trick treats Chicago Wolves to 5th straight win Poturalski, Smith post 5 points apiece and Noesen adds 3 giving the Chicago Wolves their 5th straight win defeating the Grand Rapids Griffins 6 to 3 Sunday Oct. 31, 2021 Captain Andrew Poturalski piled up three goals and two assists as the Chicago Wolves collected…

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One of the Arab Community’s most effective organizations

October 31, 2021November 6, 2021 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

One of the Arab Community’s most effective organizations Hassan Nijem of the American Arab Chamber of Commerce has saved 22 Hookah lounges from being closed, helped to force Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot to stop her racist closures and discriminatory targeting of Arab store owners, and now has helped Arab American collect property tax refunds of…

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Orland Township flu shots for public and continues to offer COVID vaccines to Seniors

October 30, 2021October 30, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Township flu shots for public and continues to offer COVID vaccines to Seniors Orland Township residents have the opportunity to receive seasonal flu-shots on select days. The Township is also continuing to offer COVID vaccinations and booster shots to senior citizens Orland Township has extended the dates for flu shots through November. No appointments necessary, shots…

Baby Boomers, Cook County, coronavirus, Government, Health, News, Orland Park, Orland Township, Seniors, Suburban Chicagoland

Chicago Wolves Rally to take forth straight win

October 30, 2021October 30, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago Wolves Rally to take forth straight win Poturalski, Smallman, Fitzgerald score in third as Chicago stays hot The Chicago Wolves scored three goals in a six-minute span of the third period to seize a 4-2 victory over the Milwaukee Admirals Friday night at Panther Arena. Forwards Stefan Noesen, Andrew Poturalski and Spencer Smallman and…

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Two Guys on Politics Podcast: Analysis of President Biden’s efforts to pass budget

October 29, 2021October 29, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Two Guys on Politics Podcast: Analysis of President Biden’s efforts to pass budget Season 1, Episode 9, 10-29-21 Former Congressman Bill Lipinski and former City Hall reporter Ray Hanania discuss the battle in the Democratic Party to pass an annual budget for 2022 and President Biden’s national address to the American people. The fight over…

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Congresswoman Marie Newman announces intent to seek re-election in new 6th District

October 29, 2021October 29, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Congresswoman Marie Newman announces intent to seek re-election in new 6th District Illinois Congresswoman Marie Newman announced Friday Oct. 29, 2021 that she intends to run for re-election to Congress in the newly drawn 6th District, where her current constituents make up more than 40% of the population, representing a plurality of voters. “As someone…

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Missing boy found by dad hundreds of miles from home

October 29, 2021October 29, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Missing boy found by dad hundreds of miles from home A desperate dad was in a panic because he didn’t know where his son was. Dad was terrified that he would never see his son again. He said he was told that the boy’s mother had absconded with his son, whisked him out of Illinois,…

Chicago, Cook County, Jeffery Leving, Law, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland

A Spooktacular Celebration for Orland Township Seniors

October 28, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

A Spooktacular Celebration for Orland Township Seniors Residents had a wickedly good time at the Township’s Halloween luncheon. More than 100 residents attended Orland Township’s Senior Halloween Luncheon on Thursday, Oct. 28, for an afternoon full of food, socializing, and fun entertainment. After a scare-worthy costume contest, guests enjoyed a delicious meal catered by Frankie’s…

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COVID-19 Vaccine Booster & Flu Shots available at Orland Township

October 28, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

COVID-19 Vaccine Booster & Flu Shots available at Orland Township There is still time to register online for the vaccine booster and flu shots through Orland Township. Friday, October 29th, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM At Orland Township, 14807 South Ravinia Ave. Orland Park, IL 60462 BOOSTER REQUIREMENTS Must be at least 6 months from 2nd…

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Repealing parental notification for abortion law deprives girls of fathers’ support

October 28, 2021October 28, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Repealing parental notification for abortion law deprives girls of fathers’ support By Jeffery M. Leving The Illinois House and Senate just passed a bill which would repeal Illinois’ parental notification for abortion law, and have sent that bill to Governor JB Pritzker for his signature, thus creating a new law. The parental notification law…

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Pappas to share government transparency at Tax Conference in Dominican Republic

October 28, 2021October 28, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Pappas to share government transparency at Tax Conference in Dominican Republic Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas to share government transparency and social equity initiatives at real estate and tax conference in the Dominican Republic Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas will discuss how advancements in the Treasurer’s Office have increased transparency and efficiency while promoting social…

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Chicago Wolves earn third win in a row

October 27, 2021October 27, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago Wolves earn third win in a row Makiniemi stops 25 shots while Chicago natives Gust and Drury score Rookie goaltender Eetu Makiniemi stopped 25 shots for his first North American shutout as the Chicago Wolves earned a 3-0 victory over the Grand Rapids Griffins Wednesday night at Van Andel Arena. Forwards C.J. Smith, David…

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Leving joins Darryl Dennard on local radio to discuss Father’s Rights

October 27, 2021October 27, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Leving joins Darryl Dennard on local radio to discuss Father’s Rights Attorney Jeffery M. Leving will be on the radio with Darryl Dennard this weekend Saturday and Sunday Oct. 30 and 31, 2021 on three radio stations. Leving, advocate of Fathers Rights, will be discussing fatherhood and his successes in bringing about legislative reforms. Leving co-authored…

Chicago, Cook County, General Topics, Jeffery Leving, Law, News, Radio

Illinois quickly becoming a one-party tyranny as bad officials drag it down

October 27, 2021October 27, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Illinois quickly becoming a one-party tyranny as bad officials drag it down Failed Democrats like Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Cook County States Attorney Kim Foxx are not only dragging Cook County down the tubes but they are also dragging the state down with it. Failure of officials like Gov. J.B. Pritzker to speak out…

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Orland Township Announces 2021 Senior American Idol Winner!

October 26, 2021October 26, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Township Announces 2021 Senior American Idol Winner! Edward Swanson took home the trophy on Thursday, Oct. 21. Thirteen talented seniors showcased their vocal skills before a live audience as they competed for the title of 2021 Orland Township Senior American Idol. The event, sponsored by Evergreen Senior Living and Bickford Senior Living, took place on…

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Baumgartner, Aucoin selected for AHL Hall of Fame

October 26, 2021October 26, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Baumgartner, Aucoin selected for AHL Hall of Fame Former Wolves Nolan Baumgartner, Keith Aucoin earned league’s highest honor The American Hockey League announced Tuesday the four people who have been selected for induction into the AHL’s Hall of Fame as the Class of 2022. Former Wolves defenseman Nolan Baumgartner, who captained the 2012 Midwest Division…

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