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GOP House candidate George Kemper condemns Feigenholtz Cartoon that attacks Catholics

Posted on June 27, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on GOP House candidate George Kemper condemns Feigenholtz Cartoon that attacks Catholics
GOP House candidate George Kemper condemns Feigenholtz Cartoon that attacks Catholics

GOP House candidate George Kemper condemns Feigenholtz Cartoon that attacks Catholics Kemper, candidate for the Illinois House in the 12th District in Illinois has condemned the cartoon and demanded an apology George Kemper, Republican candidate for Illinois State Representative in the 12th District (Streeterville, Gold Coast, Lincoln Park) today condemned the vicious anti-Catholic cartoon posted…

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Chicago Wolves win their 3rd American Hockey League Calder Cup Championship

Posted on June 25, 2022June 25, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves win their 3rd American Hockey League Calder Cup Championship
Chicago Wolves win their 3rd American Hockey League Calder Cup Championship

Chicago Wolves win their 3rd American Hockey League Calder Cup Championship Chicago earns its fifth league championship as Lyon posts the shutout and Lajoie, Poturalski, Gust and Leivo score Alex Lyon stopped all 28 shots he faced as the Chicago Wolves wrapped up their fifth league championship with a 4-0 victory over the Springfield Thunderbirds…

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Chicago Wolves win over Springfield Thunderbirds puts them one away from Calder Cup championship

Posted on June 25, 2022June 25, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves win over Springfield Thunderbirds puts them one away from Calder Cup championship
Chicago Wolves win over Springfield Thunderbirds puts them one away from Calder Cup championship

Chicago Wolves win over Springfield Thunderbirds puts them one away from Calder Cup championship Chicago seizes 3-1 series lead as Drury, Panik, Poturalski and Leivo deliver Rookie center Jack Drury and veteran forward Richard Panik scored first-period power-play goals to spark the Chicago Wolves to a 4-2 victory over the Springfield Thunderbirds Friday night in…

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Chicago Wolves seize Calder Cup Finals lead over Springfield Thunderbirds

Posted on June 22, 2022June 22, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves seize Calder Cup Finals lead over Springfield Thunderbirds
Chicago Wolves seize Calder Cup Finals lead over Springfield Thunderbirds

Chicago Wolves seize Calder Cup Finals lead over Springfield Thunderbirds Chicago’s rookie goaltender earns the shutout and Panik triggers the offense again Rookie goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov rejected all 36 shots he faced to lead the Chicago Wolves to a 4-0 victory over the Springfield Thunderbirds Wednesday night in Game 3 of the Calder Cup Finals…

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CLE at Leving firm to focus on John Madden’s hearsay exceptions to children’s testimony in order of protection hearings

Posted on June 22, 2022June 22, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on CLE at Leving firm to focus on John Madden’s hearsay exceptions to children’s testimony in order of protection hearings
CLE at Leving firm to focus on John Madden’s hearsay exceptions to children’s testimony in order of protection hearings

CLE at Leving firm to focus on John Madden’s hearsay exceptions to children’s testimony in order of protection hearings The Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving Ltd. will host the next presentation of the Arthur S. Kallow Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar Series on Tuesday, June 21 at 6:30 p.m. CDT at 19 S. LaSalle…

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Right from the Middle: Continuation of the beginning of the end

Posted on June 21, 2022June 22, 2022 By William Lipinski No Comments on Right from the Middle: Continuation of the beginning of the end
Right from the Middle: Continuation of the beginning of the end

Right from the Middle: Continuation of the beginning of the end The progressive Democrats’ San Francisco district attorney Chesa Boudin was recalled by an overwhelming vote of 60 percent. He was the poster-boy of the progressive Democrats, one of a number of district attorneys heavily funded by George Soros. By William O. Lipinski Several months…

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Chicago Wolves triumph over the Springfield Thunderbirds in second Calder Cup Finals game

Posted on June 21, 2022June 21, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves triumph over the Springfield Thunderbirds in second Calder Cup Finals game
Chicago Wolves triumph over the Springfield Thunderbirds in second Calder Cup Finals game

Chicago Wolves triumph over the Springfield Thunderbirds in second Calder Cup Finals game Chicago scores four goals in first 11 minutes to dominate play and knot the Finals The Chicago Wolves reeled off four goals in the opening 11 minutes to trigger a 6-2 triumph over the Springfield Thunderbirds in Game 2 of the Calder…

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Illinois Speaker Welch releases official Democratic Party endorsements

Posted on June 20, 2022June 20, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Illinois Speaker Welch releases official Democratic Party endorsements
Illinois Speaker Welch releases official Democratic Party endorsements

Illinois Speaker Welch releases official Democratic Party endorsements By Ray Hanania Illinois Speaker of the House Emanuel “Chris” Welch released recommended endorsements for the Democratic Primary election June 28, 2022. The endorsements list the top Democratic candidates but leaves it up to voters to select their choices in two contested races. Those two contested races…

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Springfield Thunderbirds take first game of Calder Cup Finals against Chicago Wolves

Posted on June 20, 2022June 20, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Springfield Thunderbirds take first game of Calder Cup Finals against Chicago Wolves
Springfield Thunderbirds take first game of Calder Cup Finals against Chicago Wolves

Springfield Thunderbirds take first game of Calder Cup Finals against Chicago Wolves Thunderbirds rally from 2-goal deficit; Chicago hosts Game 2 at 7 p.m. Monday Rookie defenseman Matthew Kessel scored his first goal as a professional 5:09 into overtime to give the Springfield Thunderbirds a 5-4 victory over the Chicago Wolves in Game 1 of…

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Two Guys on Politics podcast analyzes both sides of the Jan. 6 Insurrection

Posted on June 18, 2022June 21, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Two Guys on Politics podcast analyzes both sides of the Jan. 6 Insurrection
Two Guys on Politics podcast analyzes both sides of the Jan. 6 Insurrection

Two Guys on Politics podcast analyzes both sides of the Jan. 6 Insurrection You can listen to the Podcast on the Insurrection by clicking here or by using the podcast widget below. Former Illinois Congressman William O. Lipinski and former Chicago City Hall reporter and longtime political columnist Ray Hanania host the weekly Two Guys…

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Stockton blunts Chicago Wolves victory run

Posted on June 13, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Stockton blunts Chicago Wolves victory run
Stockton blunts Chicago Wolves victory run

Stockton blunts Chicago Wolves victory run Stockton grabs second OT win in as many days; Chicago hosts Game 6 Tuesday night Defenseman Connor Mackey’s goal 14:27 into overtime lifted the Stockton Heat to a 3-2 victory over the Chicago Wolves Saturday night at Stockton Arena in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals. Forwards Spencer…

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Casten Votes to Pass Protecting Our Kids Act Through the House 

Posted on June 9, 2022June 9, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Casten Votes to Pass Protecting Our Kids Act Through the House 
Casten Votes to Pass Protecting Our Kids Act Through the House 

Casten Votes to Pass Protecting Our Kids Act Through the House  My teenage daughter had to organize a ‘Stop-the-bleed’ training to learn how to pack a gunshot wound during a school shooting because, in America, our children have taken it upon themselves to do what we here in Congress have failed to do. It’s time…

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House passes two bills sponsored by Congresswoman Newman to support small businesses and strengthen trade

Posted on June 9, 2022June 9, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on House passes two bills sponsored by Congresswoman Newman to support small businesses and strengthen trade
House passes two bills sponsored by Congresswoman Newman to support small businesses and strengthen trade

House passes two bills sponsored by Congresswoman Newman to support small businesses and strengthen trade House of Representatives passed Rep. Newman’s Supporting Small Business and Career and Technical Education Act and the HUBZone Price Evaluation Preference Clarification Act  The House of Representatives on Thursday passed two bipartisan bills introduced by U.S. Representative Marie Newman as…

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Chicago Wolves one win from Calder Cup championship

Posted on June 9, 2022June 9, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves one win from Calder Cup championship
Chicago Wolves one win from Calder Cup championship

Chicago Wolves one win from Calder Cup championship Alex Lyon rejected all 23 shots he faced to backstop the Chicago Wolves to a 3-0 victory Wednesday night at Stockton Arena in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals. Forwards Richard Panik, Ivan Lodnia and Stefan Noesen scored for the Wolves (9-1), who get their chance…

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Officials warn of dangerous Algal (algae) blooms in Illinois lakes

Posted on June 9, 2022June 9, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Officials warn of dangerous Algal (algae) blooms in Illinois lakes
Officials warn of dangerous Algal (algae) blooms in Illinois lakes

Officials warn of dangerous Algal (algae) blooms in Illinois lakes Illinois officials remind residents to use caution when recreating in Illinois waters and be aware of harmful “Algal Blooms” (Blue Green algae blooms). Algal blooms are the result of a nutrient, like nitrogen or phosphorus from various sources (for example fertilizer runoff or other forms of…

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Chicago Wolves rally to take Game 1 from Stockton Heat in overtime 

Posted on June 4, 2022June 4, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves rally to take Game 1 from Stockton Heat in overtime 
Chicago Wolves rally to take Game 1 from Stockton Heat in overtime 

Chicago Wolves rally to take Game 1 from Stockton Heat in overtime  Rookie center Jamieson Rees scores game-winner 2:26 into extra time; Wolves and Stockton play Game 2 Monday night at Allstate Arena Rookie center Jamieson Rees’ rebound goal 2:26 into overtime lifted the Chicago Wolves to a 5-4 victory over the Stockton Heat in…

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Chicago Wolves win Central Division and move on to Western Conference finals

Posted on May 28, 2022May 28, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves win Central Division and move on to Western Conference finals
Chicago Wolves win Central Division and move on to Western Conference finals

Chicago Wolves win Central Division and move on to Western Conference finals Leivo’s hat trick knocks out Milwaukee Wolves host Game 1 of Western Conference Finals on Friday, June 3. Chicago hosts either Stockton or Colorado in Game 1 on Friday, June 3 Veteran forward Josh Leivo produced his second professional hat trick as the…

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Chicago Wolves winning streak continues, one win away from another sweep

Posted on May 23, 2022May 23, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves winning streak continues, one win away from another sweep
Chicago Wolves winning streak continues, one win away from another sweep

Chicago Wolves winning streak continues, one win away from another sweep Led by Noesen’s hat trick, Chicago ties franchise postseason record with eight goals, Orland Park’s David Gust scores two goals to help Chicago Wolves win Game 2 of the Central Division Finals Orland Park native David Gust scored two goals in the first period…

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