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Senator Hastings thanks voters for support in re-election to 19th Senate District seat

November 16, 2022November 16, 2022 News Editor No Comments

Senator Hastings thanks voters for support in re-election to 19th Senate District seat State Senator Michael E. Hastings released the following statement on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022 following the final tabulation of votes in the Nov. 8, 2022 General election. Hastings was re-elected to his seat representing the 19th Illinois Senate District where he has…

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Officials host bottled water donation drive to help residents of Jackson, Mississippi, Saturday Sept. 3, 6 AM to 6 PM

September 2, 2022September 2, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Officials host bottled water donation drive to help residents of Jackson, Mississippi, Saturday Sept. 3, 6 AM to 6 PM State Rep. Cyril Nichols, State Sen. Elect Willie Preston, and 18th Ward Alderman Derrick Curtis are hosting a daylong public water collection event to distribute bottled water to residents of Jackson, Mississippi where the water…

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Casten Announces Endorsement from Illinois Democratic Congressional Delegation

August 18, 2022August 18, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Casten Announces Endorsement from Illinois Democratic Congressional Delegation U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (D-IL) announced Thursday August 20, 2022 the endorsements of all 14 members of the Illinois Democratic Congressional Delegation. “I’ve worked hand-in-hand with these dedicated public servants to deliver real results for families in Illinois, and especially here in the 6th District,” said Rep….

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Motorcycle-truck accident shuts down 79th street in Bridgeview

August 17, 2022August 17, 2022 Ray Hanania 3 Comments

Motorcycle-truck accident shuts down 79th street in Bridgeview Bridgeview Police shut down a stretch of 79th Street between Roberts Road and 78th Avenue on Wednesday night August 17 , 2022 after a pickup truck and motorcycle collided. The accident occurred at around 8:45 PM in the intersection , Bridgeview police said. The motorcyclist, who is…

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Hastings files lawsuit against Frankfort police after politicized domestic violence report released

August 10, 2022August 11, 2022 News Editor 1 Comment

Hastings files lawsuit against Frankfort police after politicized domestic violence report released Lawsuit filed by Senator Michael Hastings against Frankfort Police Department seeks discovery due to a dissemination of a fabricated police report to influence November 8 elections State Senator Michael Hastings filed a lawsuit seeking discovery from the Frankfort Police Department to determine whether…

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Two passengers killed in car-semi collision in Bridgeview

July 16, 2022July 16, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Two passengers killed in car-semi collision in Bridgeview Bridgeview Police closed 79th and Roberts Road intersection on Saturday July 16, 2022 following car-semi crash involving two fatalities and a car traveling more than 115 MPH that struck the semi. The intersection where the accident occurred was closed and will remain closed most of the day…

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Chicago-Bound Amtrak train derails in Missouri with 243 passengers aboard

June 27, 2022June 27, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago-Bound Amtrak train derails in Missouri with 243 passengers aboard A Chicago-bound Amtrak train with 243 passengers and 12 crew members onboard reportedly crashed today (Monday, June 27, 2022) into a dump truck in Mendon, Missouri, about 80 miles northwest of Columbia, derailing eight cars and two locomotives. It is being reported that several people…

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Orland Park Police capture major theft ring

June 27, 2022June 27, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Park Police capture major theft ring After a string of retail thefts by an organized crew, the collaborative efforts of the Orland Park Police and Chicago Police Departments have resulted in the apprehension of two offenders. The offenders frequented multiple Ulta Beauty locations regionally and were responsible for the theft of over $200,000 worth…