Category: Chicago

Paul Vallas warns Chicago school board and mayoral elections are being dominated by wealthy political insiders

October 31, 2026October 31, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Paul Vallas warns Chicago school board and mayoral elections are being dominated by wealthy political insiders Former Chicago Public Schools CEO Paul Vallas criticizes teachers union influence, Michael Sacks’ political spending, Gov. JB Pritzker, and mayoral candidate Alexi Giannoulias while endorsing Victor Henderson for school board president in an appearance on the “Ray Hanania on…

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Paul Vallas Blasts Chicago Teachers Union, Questions Billionaire Influence in Mayoral Race During “Two Guys on Politics” Podcast

October 17, 2026October 17, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Paul Vallas Blasts Chicago Teachers Union, Questions Billionaire Influence in Mayoral Race During “Two Guys on Politics” Podcast Former Chicago Public Schools CEO joins Ray Hanania and former Congressman Bill Lipinski on their Video Podcast “Two Guys on Politics” to discuss Chicago’s 2027 mayoral election, school finances, President Trump’s handling of Ukraine and the growing…

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Wilson Calls Out Johnson, Giannoulias for Corruption, Abuse of Chicago Taxpayers

September 30, 2026September 30, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Wilson calls out Johnson, Giannoulias for corruption, abuse of Chicago taxpayers Mayoral Candidate Willie Wilson says both Johnson and Giannoulis are “Bankrupt on Ethics” CHICAGO, IL — Mayoral candidate Dr. Willie Wilson today released the following statement blasting Mayor Brandon Johnson after news reports stated that he is using taxpayer money to promote his own…

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Ray Hanania on politics podcast: A great public servant, Maria Pappas

September 14, 2026September 15, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Ray Hanania on politics podcast: A great public servant, Maria Pappas Former Chicago City Hall reporter and award-winning syndicated columnist Ray Hanania looks at Maria Pappas, one of the rarest and most honest politicians and public servants in Illinois. There are only a few, but she is at the top of the list. She tells…

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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…

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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…

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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,…

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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…