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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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Chicago Wolves own Game 1 against Milwaukee Admirals

Posted on May 21, 2022May 21, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves own Game 1 against Milwaukee Admirals
Chicago Wolves own Game 1 against Milwaukee Admirals

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

Posted on May 17, 2022May 17, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Arab Democratic Club forum hosts candidates for public office at brunch May 15
Arab Democratic Club forum hosts candidates for public office at brunch May 15

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

Posted on May 7, 2022May 7, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Mayor Lightfoot accused of targeting Arab and Muslim stores in gang crackdown
Mayor Lightfoot accused of targeting Arab and Muslim stores in gang crackdown

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

Posted on May 5, 2022May 5, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Dad gains sole custody to protect son from reported abuse
Dad gains sole custody to protect son from reported abuse

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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Chicago Wolves sweep AH regular season awards

Posted on May 1, 2022May 1, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves sweep AH regular season awards
Chicago Wolves sweep AH regular season awards

Chicago Wolves sweep AH regular season awards Poturalski, Noesen, Lyon honored to highlight league’s best team. The American Hockey League announced Sunday that Chicago Wolves forwards Andrew Poturalski and Stefan Noesen and goaltender Alex Lyon earned prestigious honors while helping the Wolves claim the Macgregor Kilpatrick Trophy as the league’s regular-season champions. The American Hockey…

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Chicago Wolves wrap up home schedule in style

Posted on April 29, 2022April 29, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves wrap up home schedule in style
Chicago Wolves wrap up home schedule in style

Chicago Wolves wrap up home schedule in style All-Stars Poturalski and Noesen score in third and Drury posts two goals Hours after being named to the AHL’s First All-Star Team, Andrew Poturalski and Stefan Noesen both scored during a four-goal third period as the Chicago Wolves earned a 6-3 victory over the Grand Rapids Griffins…

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Chicago Wolves break franchise mark for Best Record

Posted on April 25, 2022April 25, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves break franchise mark for Best Record
Chicago Wolves break franchise mark for Best Record

Chicago Wolves break franchise mark for Best Record Noesen, Ponomarev score two goals each and Poturalski earns three points. Chicago Wolves defeat Grand Rapids Griffins. Break season point percentage record set in 2000 Turner Cup Championship team Stefan Noesen and Vasili Ponomarev scored two goals apiece to pace the Chicago Wolves to a 6-2 victory…

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Remembering Great Chicago Mayors, not just one

Posted on April 23, 2022April 24, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Remembering Great Chicago Mayors, not just one
Remembering Great Chicago Mayors, not just one

Remembering Great Chicago Mayors, not just one Chicago Mayor Harold Washington would have turned 100 years old this month and was remembered widely for his achievements in leading the African American community. But few media remember the woman to break through the Chicago Democratic Machine, opening the door to Washington and others, Mayor Jane M….

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Chicago Wolves glide past the Michigan Griffins

Posted on April 22, 2022April 22, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves glide past the Michigan Griffins
Chicago Wolves glide past the Michigan Griffins

Chicago Wolves glide past the Michigan Griffins Poturalski, Panik and Gunler post 1 goal and 1 assist apiece at Grand Rapids Josh Leivo dished out three primary assists to lead the Chicago Wolves to a 4-2 victory over the Grand Rapids Griffins Friday night at Van Andel Arena. Forwards Andrew Poturalski, Richard Panik and Noel…

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Children rescued from abusive home now safe, Dads’ Rights attorney Leving reports

Posted on April 19, 2022April 19, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Children rescued from abusive home now safe, Dads’ Rights attorney Leving reports
Children rescued from abusive home now safe, Dads’ Rights attorney Leving reports

Children rescued from abusive home now safe, Dads’ Rights attorney Leving reports Two boys were taken by their mother from Illinois to Oklahoma, where they were reportedly abused and neglected. The Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving Ltd. found them, rescued them, reunited them with their father in Illinois, and won custody for Dad, Dads…

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Chicago Wolves Magic Number drops to 1 in big rally win over Texas Stars

Posted on April 16, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves Magic Number drops to 1 in big rally win over Texas Stars

Chicago Wolves Magic Number drops to 1 in big rally win over Texas Stars Chicago falls behind 2-0, but Smallman’s late goal caps big rally for win Center Spencer Smallman scored with five minutes left to cap a fierce rally and give the Chicago Wolves a 4-3 victory over the Texas Stars Friday night at…

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Governor and legislature turn public need into campaign greed

Posted on April 16, 2022April 16, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Governor and legislature turn public need into campaign greed
Governor and legislature turn public need into campaign greed

Governor and legislature turn public need into campaign greed Pritzker, who has broken most of his promises since his election to everyone, wants to pretend like he is helping the economically strapped Illinois residents by giving residents $50 to help offset the rising costs of gasoline. He is also delaying a huge 2 cent gas…

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Chicago Alderman Raymond Lopez announces for Chicago mayor

Posted on April 11, 2022April 11, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Alderman Raymond Lopez announces for Chicago mayor
Chicago Alderman Raymond Lopez announces for Chicago mayor

Chicago Alderman Raymond Lopez announces for Chicago mayor Ald. Raymond Lopez who has led the fight against Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s continued failures to reduce crime and her negative policies that have undermined the Chicago Police Department, announced his candidacy for Mayor of Chicago on Wednesday April 6, 2022. Lopez is the only Hispanic weho has…

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Lyons hosts fundraiser for judicial candidates Raines-Welch and Kantas April 28

Posted on April 5, 2022April 5, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Lyons hosts fundraiser for judicial candidates Raines-Welch and Kantas April 28
Lyons hosts fundraiser for judicial candidates Raines-Welch and Kantas April 28

Lyons hosts fundraiser for judicial candidates Raines-Welch and Kantas April 28 The Lyons Township Democratic Organization will host a fundraiser and rally for two Democratic candidates running in the June 28 Primary election for two judicial positions in the 4th Cook County SubCircuit. Nick Kantas and ShawnTe Raines-welch will be honored at a fundraiser April…

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Hanania launches second season of Arab Radio show in Chicago

Posted on April 5, 2022April 5, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Hanania launches second season of Arab Radio show in Chicago
Hanania launches second season of Arab Radio show in Chicago

Hanania launches second season of Arab Radio show in Chicago Veteran journalist and columnist Ray Hanania returns to radio this week expanding his syndicated radio show to include Chicago on WNWI AM 1080 radio. “The Ray Hanania Radio Show,” hosted by the U.S. Arab Radio Network in Dearborn, Michigan, will broadcast live every Wednesday WNZK…

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Danville Clergy endorse candidate David Moore for Illinois Secretary of State

Posted on April 4, 2022April 4, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Danville Clergy endorse candidate David Moore for Illinois Secretary of State
Danville Clergy endorse candidate David Moore for Illinois Secretary of State

Danville Clergy endorse candidate David Moore for Illinois Secretary of State David Moore surges in push for Democratic nomination for Illinois Secretary of State to succeed retiring Jessie White. Momentum means more than money Clergy in Danville, Illinois, held a news conference Thursday, March 31, 2022, at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, 311 N. Collett, to…

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Chicago Wolves defeat Milwaukee Admirals in comeback

Posted on April 3, 2022April 3, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves defeat Milwaukee Admirals in comeback
Chicago Wolves defeat Milwaukee Admirals in comeback

Chicago Wolves defeat Milwaukee Admirals in comeback Noesen scores twice and Drury adds 4 points as Chicago responds with decisive win Stefan Noesen scored his league-leading 36th and 37th goals and Winnetka native Jack Drury racked up a career-high four points as the Chicago Wolves knocked off the Milwaukee Admirals by a 6-1 count Saturday night…

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