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Rep. Newman Ald. O’Shea announce improvements to eliminate train blockages

September 23, 2021September 23, 2021 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Rep. Newman Ald. O’Shea announce improvements to eliminate train blockages As a result of a working group with Rep. Newman, Ald. O’Shea, CSX, The Chicago Transportation Coordination Office, and state and local officials, new processes are in place to eliminate road-rail conflicts, avoid first responder delays, and reduce traffic congestion on Chicago’s Southwest Side. Today,…

Briefs, Chicago, News, Transportation

New Cook County Renter Rights & Protection laws take effect June 1

June 1, 2021June 1, 2021 Ray Hanania

New Cook County Renter Rights & Protection laws take effect June 1 Ordinance extends protections to more than 200,000 renters On June 1, 2021, all provisions of the Cook County Residential Landlord Tenant Ordinance (RTLO) will go into effect. The ordinance extends housing protections to renters and landlords in more than 245,000 suburban households. “Substandard…

Briefs, Cook County, General Topics, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland, Taxes

Families Invited to Add Veterans’ Names to Orland Park’s Memorial Wall

April 12, 2021April 12, 2021 Ray Hanania

Families Invited to Add Veterans’ Names to Orland Park’s Memorial Wall Those Wishing to Add Veteran’s Name to Orland Park Memorial Wall Must do so by May 1 The Village of Orland Park hosts ceremonies each Memorial Day and Veterans Day and invites area families to add their veterans’ names to the Village’s granite walls…

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Cicero firefighter released from hospital care in good health

March 15, 2021March 15, 2021 Ray Hanania

Cicero firefighter released from hospital care in good health A Cicero firefighter who was hospitalized after inhaling heated smoke while fighting a fire in the Town of Cicero Saturday was released from the hospital on Monday in good health, Cicero officlas said. Ted Polashek was ventilating a roof when he collapsed and was rushed to…

Briefs, Cook County, Fire, News, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland

One of America’ oldest WWII veterans turns 102

February 10, 2021February 22, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

One of America’ oldest WWII veterans turns 102 One of America’s Oldest WWII Veterans, Sidney Walton, Turning 102, to be Honored in Miami Beach! Pit Crew to Update Sidney’s “National No Regrets Tour” Vehicle Wrap from “101” to “102.” Live! Starlite Hotel, 750 Ocean Dr, 8:00 am, Thurs, Feb 11. Invited guests include Mayor Dan Gelber of Miami Beach Sidney Walton, 101,…

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Orland Township places Term Limits referendum on upcoming April 6 ballot

January 19, 2021January 19, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Township places Term Limits referendum on upcoming April 6 ballot Orland Township sends Term Limits Referendum to Cook County Clerk, Positioning the Question Before Voters in the April 6 Consolidated Election. Orland Park Voters in November Showed Overwhelming Support for Term Limits Responding to a clear directive from local voters, Orland Township filed a term…

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Wolves add first-rounder Bokk

January 16, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Wolves add first-rounder Bokk The Chicago Wolves announced Saturday that forward Dominik Bokk has been assigned to the team for the upcoming 2020-21 season by the National Hockey League’s Carolina Hurricanes. The 20-year-old Bokk was selected by the St. Louis Blues with the 25th pick in the first round of the 2018 NHL Entry Draft,…

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Military News: VAW-124 welcomes new commending officer in change of Command Ceremony

December 9, 2020December 9, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Military News: VAW-124 welcomes new commending officer in change of Command Ceremony By Commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic Public Affairs The “Bear Aces” of Airborne Command & Control Squadron (VAW) 124 stationed aboard Naval Station Norfolk held a change of command ceremony, Dec. 3, to mark a transition of command leadership. During the change of command…

Briefs, Federal, News, Veterans, Veterans Column

Iranian Resistance leader discusses Iran sanctions and November election on “The Ray Hanania Show” on live Radio Wednesday

October 13, 2020October 13, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Iranian Resistance leader discusses Iran sanctions and November election on “The Ray Hanania Show” on live Radio Wednesday Member of Iran’s Parliament in Exile will assess the impact of the November 3 Presidential election on the campaign to replace Iran’s religious dictatorship with Democratic institutions on The Ray Hanania Show on Live Detroit Radio Wednesday,…

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Don’t let Facebook off the hook for their violations of your rights

September 24, 2020September 24, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Don’t let Facebook off the hook for their violations of your rights By Ray Hanania Don’t let Facebook Off the Hook for violating your rights. If you live/lived in Illinois for 186 days straight in the past few years, you are eligible to receive a payment from a class action lawsuit settlement … All you…

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Orland Park’s Centennial Park Aquatic Center Earns Top Safety Rating

August 19, 2020August 19, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Park’s Centennial Park Aquatic Center Earns Top Safety Rating StarGuard Elite Rates Orland Park Staff 5 Stars Throughout the summer season, auditors from StarGuard Elite randomly visit the Village of Orland Park’s Centennial Park Aquatic Center (CPAC) to evaluate staff and facility operations. On Sunday, August 9, the organization awarded CPAC staff a 5-star safety…

Briefs, Government, News, Orland Park, Releases, Suburban Chicagoland

Naval Aviators team with U.S. Coast Guard to safeguard Mariners

July 22, 2020July 22, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Naval Aviators team with U.S. Coast Guard to safeguard Mariners On Wednesday, June 24 as a five-person crew aboard VAW-124’s E-2C Hawkeye were manning the skies above Hampton Roads they heard a potential Search and Rescue (SAR) distress call announced on the Urgent Marine Information Broadcast and took action. By Jennifer Cragg Commander, Naval Air…

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