Category: Chicago

Al Cacciottolo to run for 13th Ward Alderman to succeed Ald. Marty Quinn

August 20, 2026August 20, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Al Cacciottolo to run for 13th Ward Alderman to succeed Ald. Marty Quinn Lifelong Southwest Side Resident Seeks Ald. Quinn’s Open Seat CHICAGO – Garfield Ridge Neighborhood Watch President Al Cacciottolo today announced his candidacy for 13th Ward alderman, replacing outgoing Ald. Marty Quinn, who has held the post since 2011. A lifelong resident of…

Chicago, elections, News, NewsWire, Politics

Leving Law Seminar: Identifying Civil Rights and Medical Negligence

August 20, 2026August 20, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Leving Law Seminar: Identifying Civil Rights and Medical Negligence CHICAGO — August 19, 2026 — The nationally acclaimed Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd. will host the next presentation of the Arthur S. Kallow Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar Series on August 20that 6:30 p.m. CDT at 225 W. Wacker Drive in Chicago. The…

Arthur Kallow, Arthur S. Kallow, Chicago, Dads' Rights, Events, Fathers' Rights, Law, News, NewsWire

Chicago Public School budget challenges analyzed in Political-Review podcast hosted by Hanania and Calabrese

August 14, 2026August 14, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago Public School budget challenges analyzed in Political-Review podcast hosted by Hanania and Calabrese Political Analyst and consultant Frank Calabrese and political columnist and former Chicago City Hall reporter Ray Hanania analyze the financial challenges facing the Chicago Public Schools in the second episode of their video podcast, Political-Review. The podcast, taped on August 10,…

Chicago, Commentary, Education, Government, News, NewsWire, Podcast, Political-Review Podcast, Politics, rayhanania, Suburban Chicagoland, Taxes, Union

Steppenwolf announces new ensemble member, Laura D. Glenn

July 21, 2026July 21, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Steppenwolf announces new ensemble member, Laura D. Glenn “Steppenwold has been my life’s work. I’m excited for this next step” Laura D. Glenn, was named as the latest ensemble member at Steppenwolf Theater. Glenn whose journey with Steppenwolf began as a summer intern in 1988, has worked on more than 100 Steppenwolf productions over 38…

Chicago, Entertainment, News, NewsWire, Theater

Hanania interviews Burt Odelson the best election and municipal attorney in America

June 27, 2026June 28, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Hanania interviews Burt Odelson the best election and municipal attorney in America 06-27-26 Ray Hanania conducts a profile Interview of Attorney Burt Odelson interview Burton S. Odelson, a prominent Illinois attorney who has spent more than five decades specializing in municipal law, election law, school law, and local government representation. Video podcast below Burt Odelson…

Chicago, Civil Rights, Democrat, elections, Government, Law, National, News, NewsWire, Podcast, Politics, Republican, Suburban Chicagoland

Libreria Cristiana Vida Nueva announces their Grand Re-Opening and Expansion Open House

June 25, 2026June 25, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Libreria Cristiana Vida Nueva announces their Grand Re-Opening and Expansion Open House “After almost 30 years of serving Chicago and for nearly 14 years in Belmont Cragin, this new chapter represents growth, faith, and gratitude. What began as a small Christian bookstore has continued to expand through God’s grace and the support of our community….

Books & Films, Business, Chicago, Events, Hispanics, News, NewsWire, Religion

Podcaster Marc Sims interviews Arab News columnist/writer Ray Hanania

June 15, 2026June 15, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Podcaster Marc Sims interviews Arab News columnist/writer Ray Hanania Podcaster Marc Sims interviews Ray Hanania, columnist and writer with Arab News newspaper, the leading English language newspaper in the Gulf, and the Southwest Regional Press newspaper chain on Chicago’s Southwest and West side and suburbs. Hanania and Sims discusses politics and the issue of the…

Chicago, Commentary, Government, News, NewsWire, Opinion, Podcast, Politics, Radio, rayhanania, Religion

Top Things to See and Experience at the Windy City Boat & Yacht Show

June 4, 2026June 4, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Top Things to See and Experience at the Windy City Boat & Yacht Show New Premier In-Water Boat Show Launches This June 12–14, 2026 in Downtown Chicago’s Burnham Harbor The inaugural Windy City Boat & Yacht Show celebrates the boating lifestyle of the Great Lakes with an in-water showcase of cutting edge powerboats and elegant sailboats,…

Chicago, Entertainment, Events, Festival, News, NewsWire

Obama Foundation Announces Hope and Change Lobby Naming at Presidential Center in Honor of President Obama’s 2008 Campaign

May 14, 2026May 14, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Obama Foundation Announces Hope and Change Lobby Naming at Presidential Center in Honor of President Obama’s 2008 Campaign The Obama Foundation today announced the Hope and Change Lobby at the Obama Presidential Center, honoring the foundational ideas of President Obama’s 2008 campaign. The Hope and Change Lobby is made possible through the generous contribution by…

Chicago, Culture, Federal, News, NewsWire, Racism

Frank Calabrese and Ray Hanania on Politics podcast discuss court ruling on Samatha Steele’s alleged DUI

May 7, 2026May 8, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Frank Calabrese and Ray Hanania on Politics podcast discuss court ruling on Samatha Steele’s alleged DUI Political consultants and writers Frank Calabrese and Ray Hanania discuss the shocking decision by a former judge this week to reject DUI charges against outgoing Board of Review 2nd District Commissioner Samantah Steele on the “Ray Hanania on Politics”…

Chicago, Cook County, Crime, Law, News, NewsWire, Opinion, Podcast, Police, Politics, rayhanania

Treasurer Maria Pappas Recognizes Cinco de Mayo with Celebration of Mexican Heritage Featuring Mariachi Music, Live Horses, and an Art Exhibit

May 7, 2026May 7, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Treasurer Maria Pappas Recognizes Cinco de Mayo with Celebration of Mexican Heritage Featuring Mariachi Music, Live Horses, and an Art Exhibit Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas marked Cinco de Mayo on May 5 with a public celebration honoring the deep cultural roots and lasting contributions of the Mexican diaspora in Chicagoland. The event featured live…

Chicago, Cook County, Culture, Events, Festival, immigrant, Maria Pappas, News, NewsWire, Photos, Veterans

OIG Finds the City Council Office of Financial Analysis Provided Limited Assistance to City Council in Budget Planning and Decision Making

April 21, 2026April 21, 2026 News Editor No Comments

OIG Finds the City Council Office of Financial Analysis Provided Limited Assistance to City Council in Budget Planning and Decision Making The City of Chicago Office of Inspector General (OIG) has completed an audit of the City Council Office of Financial Analysis (COFA). OIG’s objective was to determine whether COFA fulfilled its mission of providing…

Business, Chicago, Government, News, NewsWire, Taxes

Chicago Passes Medicare for All Resolution

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago Passes Medicare for All Resolution WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Wednesday March 18, 2026, the Chicago City Council passed a resolution calling on Congress to pass Medicare for All. The resolution, introduced by Alderwoman Ruth Cruz (Ward 30), expresses support for H.R. 3069, led by U.S. Representatives Pramila Jayapal (D-WA-7) and Debbie Dingell (D-MI-6), and…

Chicago, Federal, Government, Health, News, NewsWire

Owner of Chicago-Area Convenience Stores Sentenced to Four Years in Federal Prison for Defrauding Low-Income Food Program

March 5, 2026March 5, 2026 News Editor No Comments

Owner of Chicago-Area Convenience Stores Sentenced to Four Years in Federal Prison for Defrauding Low-Income Food Program CHICAGO — A federal judge has sentenced the owner of several Chicago-area convenience stores to four years in prison for scheming to defraud a low-income food program for women and children. From 2010 to 2018, Hassan Abdellatif schemed…

Chicago, Crime, Federal, Law, News, NewsWire, U.S. Attorney

Important News: TV producer detained by ICE among WGN TV lay offs

February 27, 2026February 27, 2026 News Editor No Comments

Important News: TV producer detained by ICE among WGN TV lay-offs A producer who got caught up in protests against ICE and was detained is among the reporters and editorial workers laid off by WGN TV this past week. The lay-offs came as a surprise to all. Many good journalist, unfortunately, lost their jobs. Rumor…

Business, Chicago, Important News, journalism, News, Television

Regional leaders endorse John Harrell for 8th Illinois House District

February 13, 2026February 13, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Regional leaders endorse John Harrell for 8th Illinois House District Chicago, IL – More than a dozen elected officials and regional leaders have endorsed John Harrell for the 8th Illinois House District representing the West Side of Chicago and West suburban communities. The co-founder of Black Men United and Pastor of both Proviso M.B.C. in…

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Treasurer’s website offers easy way to update property tax bill name and address information

February 13, 2026February 13, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Treasurer’s website offers easy way to update property tax bill name and address information Your Property Taxes with The Cook County Treasurer offers insight on services available at the Treasurer’s Office to homeowners You may not look forward to receiving your property tax bill, but it’s crucial that you get it. Not getting it can…

Chicago, Cook County, Government, Maria Pappas, News, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland, Taxes

Alderman Silvana Tabares (23) Announces Endorsement of Richard Boykin for 7th Congressional District Seat

February 6, 2026February 6, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Alderman Silvana Tabares (23) Announces Endorsement of Richard Boykin for 7th Congressional District Seat CHICAGO (February 5, 2026) Alderman Silvana Tabares (23) is announcing her endorsement of Richard Boykin, candidate for the 7th Congressional District seat. “Richard Boykin is a proven fighter with common sense solutions. Years ago, he put his career on the line…

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