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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 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…
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 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…
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 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 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 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…
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 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…
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 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 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 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 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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Chicago Wolves own Game 1 against Milwaukee Admirals Three second-period goals lead to 6-2 win; Chicago hosts Game 2 at 3 p.m. Sunday The Chicago Wolves reeled off three straight goals in the final 11 minutes of the second period to trigger a 6-2 victory over the Milwaukee Admirals Saturday night at Allstate Arena in…
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Arab Democratic Club forum hosts candidates for public office at brunch May 15 Watch the video below of the event and speeches from candidates and officials (The original Facebook Live Video was CENSORED by Facebook as a part of Facebook’s anti-Arab and anti-Muslim policies) The Arab American Democratic Club (AADC) Hosted its pre-election Candidates Forum…
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Mayor Lightfoot accused of targeting Arab and Muslim stores in gang crackdown Lightfoot shuts down Arab and Muslims businesses when crimes are committed near them but she doesn’t shutdown stores owned by other racial groups. Last summer, 150 Arab and Muslim stores were closed by a Task Force that based its criteria solely on racism…
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Dad gains sole custody to protect son from reported abuse The father of an 11-year-old boy almost lost his at-risk son, until he went to court and gained sole custody. Attorney Jeffery M. Leving, who represented the father, fought for him and won, will talk about the case on his weekly radio show, the Dads…
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