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The UNLUCKIEST lottery numbers in America, revealed in new study

Posted on April 4, 2024April 4, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on The UNLUCKIEST lottery numbers in America, revealed in new study
The UNLUCKIEST lottery numbers in America, revealed in new study

The UNLUCKIEST lottery numbers in America, revealed in new study The number 47 is drawn the least across all lotteries, with an average frequency of just 138 . The numbers 46 and 43 are second and third, respectively. The luckiest lottery number is 28, with a frequency of 201.4  New research has discovered the lottery numbers…

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Alderman Quinn breaks ground on new Starbucks location

Posted on March 22, 2024March 22, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Alderman Quinn breaks ground on new Starbucks location
Alderman Quinn breaks ground on new Starbucks location

Alderman Quinn breaks ground on new Starbucks location Retailer to be built on 40-year vacant land. Nearly 10 Years in the Making, Quinn Adds. Starbucks to Growing Cicero Avenue Corridor Chicago Alderman Marty Quinn (13) on Friday, March 22, 2024, stood with Mayor Brandon Johnson, the Commissioner of the Department of Planning and Development, representatives…

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Word of mouth helps homeowner get $6,805 refund for missed exemptions 

Posted on March 5, 2024March 5, 2024 By Guest Columnist 2 Comments on Word of mouth helps homeowner get $6,805 refund for missed exemptions 
Word of mouth helps homeowner get $6,805 refund for missed exemptions 

Word of mouth helps homeowner get $6,805 refund for missed exemptions  By Maria Pappas Word of mouth helped chef Gabriel Miranda of Hickory Hills obtain a $6,805 refund for missed homeowner exemptions. Miranda said he and his wife deposited the money into their savings account. Their monthly bills include private high school tuition for the…

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Illinois has the third most trash in landfills per capita in America

Posted on March 5, 2024March 5, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Illinois has the third most trash in landfills per capita in America
Illinois has the third most trash in landfills per capita in America

Illinois has the third most trash in landfills per capita in America Michigan has the most waste in landfills per capita in America, with 68.3 tons of waste in landfills per capita. Indiana is second, with 60.4 tons of waste in landfills per capita, and Illinois is third, with 56.6 tons of waste in landfills…

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New study reveals which are the most selected lottery numbers

Posted on February 23, 2024February 27, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on New study reveals which are the most selected lottery numbers
New study reveals which are the most selected lottery numbers

New study reveals which are the most selected lottery numbers The lottery numbers most likely to win you millions  Number 10 is the luckiest, being picked 211 times on average  Number 65 has been picked the least, with an average frequency of just 25  Lottery numbers for the five most popular US lotteries were analyzed…

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New Businesses, Renovations, And Restaurants Slated For Downtown Frankfort

Posted on February 6, 2024February 6, 2024 By News Editor 1 Comment on New Businesses, Renovations, And Restaurants Slated For Downtown Frankfort
New Businesses, Renovations, And Restaurants Slated For Downtown Frankfort

New Businesses, Renovations, And Restaurants Slated For Downtown Frankfort The Frankfort Village Board convened on Monday, February 5, 2024, to address several crucial development proposals aimed at enhancing the village’s landscape and enriching community offerings. Among the significant approvals are the Olde Frankfort Mall Development at 15 Ash Street, a Special Use Permit for Indoor…

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Systems can create parental alienation, and add barriers to healthy families and father inclusion.

Posted on October 19, 2023October 24, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Systems can create parental alienation, and add barriers to healthy families and father inclusion.
Systems can create parental alienation, and add barriers to healthy families and father inclusion.

Systems can create parental alienation, and add barriers to healthy families and father inclusion. These systems created for protection, should not become systems of harm. This is what I’ll be talking about on my weekly Chicagoland radio broadcast, the Dads’ Rights Legal Hour, 9-10 a.m. CDT Saturday, October 21 on Power 92.3 FM. I represented…

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Rupert Murdoch and the International News Empire

Posted on October 4, 2023October 4, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Rupert Murdoch and the International News Empire
Rupert Murdoch and the International News Empire

Rupert Murdoch and the International News Empire Has Rupert Murdoch really retired? Two distinguished former Fleet Street editors analyse the media mogul’s announced retirement from active duty. It sounds improbable, but two of Fleet Street’s most distinguished editors have produced a wide-ranging podcast which assesses the career of 92-year-old Rupert Murdoch who inherited a modest…

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Fritz Kaegi’s artificial inflation of property assessments to protect businesses

Posted on September 27, 2023October 28, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Fritz Kaegi’s artificial inflation of property assessments to protect businesses
Fritz Kaegi’s artificial inflation of property assessments to protect businesses

Fritz Kaegi’s artificial inflation of property assessments to protect businesses By Ray Hanania Last year, a report was issued that showed that a major tax burden would slam commercial properties in Cook County. Cook County Asessor Fritz Kaegi reassessed properties in 2021 claiming it would ease the burden on homeowners. But in fact, it has…

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Hastings pleased to see more than $700,000 in grants awarded to local hotels

Posted on September 13, 2023September 13, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Hastings pleased to see more than $700,000 in grants awarded to local hotels
Hastings pleased to see more than $700,000 in grants awarded to local hotels

Hastings pleased to see more than $700,000 in grants awarded to local hotels Nine hotels in the 19th District are set to receive more than $700,000 in Back to Business grants, thanks to State Senator Michael E. Hastings. “Our hospitality industry helps generate revenue and contribute to the economic and social development of our communities,”…

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Mayor Chris Getty and Village officials celebrate opening of Strive Fitness

Posted on September 1, 2023September 8, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Mayor Chris Getty and Village officials celebrate opening of Strive Fitness
Mayor Chris Getty and Village officials celebrate opening of Strive Fitness

Mayor Chris Getty and Village officials celebrate opening of Strive Fitness Village representatives, led by Mayor Chris Getty, met at 7905 Ogden Avenue on Friday Sept. 1 for the grand opening of Strive Fitness. Strive is a family-owned and operated fitness company that operates out of 3 studio locations including Riverside, La Grange Park, and…

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Financial ratings agency raises rating for Lyons Township Government

Posted on August 25, 2023August 27, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Financial ratings agency raises rating for Lyons Township Government
Financial ratings agency raises rating for Lyons Township Government

Financial ratings agency raises rating for Lyons Township Government Standard & Poor’s, one of the nation’s most prestigious financial rating agencies, on Wednesday, August 23 announced they raised the Credit Rating for the Township of Lyons Government due to its strong financial status. Standard & Poor’s raised the Township Rating from AA to AA+ citing…

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Measure by State Senator Michael Hastings to secure the South Suburban Airport now law

Posted on July 28, 2023July 28, 2023 By News Editor 1 Comment on Measure by State Senator Michael Hastings to secure the South Suburban Airport now law
Measure by State Senator Michael Hastings to secure the South Suburban Airport now law

Measure by State Senator Michael Hastings to secure the South Suburban Airport now law The South Suburban Airport may soon be a reality thanks to a new measure supported by State Senator Michael E. Hastings that was signed into law on Friday. “This new law brings us one crucial step closer in opening the South…

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Senator Michael Hastings urges local businesses to apply for Blue Collar Jobs Act Construction Tax Credits

Posted on May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Senator Michael Hastings urges local businesses to apply for Blue Collar Jobs Act Construction Tax Credits
Senator Michael Hastings urges local businesses to apply for Blue Collar Jobs Act Construction Tax Credits

Senator Michael Hastings urges local businesses to apply for Blue Collar Jobs Act Construction Tax Credits State Senator Michael E. Hastings (D-Frankfort) urges local, eligible businesses to apply for the Blue Collar Jobs Act (BCJA) Tax Credit. The program supports large-scale economic development activities by providing corporate income tax credits to companies that make substantial…

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Star Wars Day is back in Joliet, Illinois

Posted on May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Star Wars Day is back in Joliet, Illinois
Star Wars Day is back in Joliet, Illinois

Star Wars Day is back in Joliet, Illinois Returning for the 12th year, Star Wars Day is back! Join the fun Saturday, June 3rd from 11am – 4pm at the Joliet Public Library – Ottawa Street Branch. This year will feature a parade of costumed characters, games, food vendors, Artist and Author Alley, and merch vendors. This event is…

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Artisan and craft vendor’s wanted for Cicero Farmer’s Market and Artisan Fair in June

Posted on May 5, 2023May 5, 2023 By News Editor No Comments on Artisan and craft vendor’s wanted for Cicero Farmer’s Market and Artisan Fair in June
Artisan and craft vendor’s wanted for Cicero Farmer’s Market and Artisan Fair in June

Artisan and craft vendor’s wanted for Cicero Farmer’s Market and Artisan Fair in June Town of Cicero, Illinois, accepting applications for arts and craft fair vendors. The fair will be held during two weekends on June 16 and 17, and June 23 and 24, 2023.  Click here to download the Application Town President Larry Dominick…

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Hyundai and AAA Insurers Collaborate to Offer Insurance Options for Customers Affected by Method of Theft Popularized on TikTok

Posted on April 14, 2023April 14, 2023 By News Editor 1 Comment on Hyundai and AAA Insurers Collaborate to Offer Insurance Options for Customers Affected by Method of Theft Popularized on TikTok
Hyundai and AAA Insurers Collaborate to Offer Insurance Options for Customers Affected by Method of Theft Popularized on TikTok

Hyundai and AAA Insurers Collaborate to Offer Insurance Options for Customers Affected by Method of Theft Popularized on TikTok AAA Insurers to Offer Insurance Coverage Options for Affected Hyundai Customers. Hyundai Expedites Free Software Upgrade Availability. Hyundai Announces Steering Wheel Locks Distribution and Reimbursement Program Hyundai Motor America and independently operated AAA insurers today announced…

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Whoa is Wu’s House in Palos Park

Posted on March 14, 2023March 21, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Whoa is Wu’s House in Palos Park
Whoa is Wu’s House in Palos Park

Whoa is Wu’s House in Palos Park Residents in Palos Park thought they had the backing of the Plan Commission which voted twice to block the parking expansion of the huge new Wu’s House restaurant at 123rd and LaGrange Road. But in a mysterious move, the Commission recommended approval at the Palos Board meeting where…

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