Category: Chicago

Labor endforsements for Congresswoman Newman in 6th District race grows

February 10, 2022February 10, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Labor endforsements for Congresswoman Newman in 6th District race grows Congresswoman Marie Newman announced that she had received endorsements from the United Steelworkers Local 17U, the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen Local Division 294, and the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen Local Division 815. “Marie has been with us since day one. When…

Chicago, elections, Federal, News, Orland Park, Suburban Chicagoland

Congresswoman Marie Newman votes to strengthen postal service

February 8, 2022February 8, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Congresswoman Marie Newman votes to strengthen postal service Leadership by U.S. Rep. Marie Newman would help strengthen postal service and ensure reliable, on-time mail service for Chicago’s Southwest Side U.S. Representative Marie Newman Tuesday (Feb 8, 2022) voted to improve mail delivery across Chicago’s Southwest Side and suburbs with the Postal Service Reform Act of…

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Kaegi praises legislative adoption of affordable housing tax relief law

February 7, 2022February 7, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Kaegi praises legislative adoption of affordable housing tax relief law Assessor Fritz Kaegi was joined by state legislators and affordable housing advocates today to launch the Affordable Housing Special Assessment Program, a new form of property tax relief that was recently signed into law. Assessor Kaegi worked with legislative partners who passed the law in…

Chicago, Cook County, Government, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Chicago Wolves’s Big Rally nearly succeeds over Milwaukee Admirals

February 7, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago Wolves’s Big Rally nearly succeeds over Milwaukee Admirals Chicago chops a 4-goal deficit to 1 with five minutes to go Trailing by four after 20 minutes, the Chicago Wolves nearly came all the way back before the Milwaukee Admirals claimed a 7-5 victory Saturday night at Panther Arena. Forwards David Gust, Ryan Suzuki and…

Chicago, Entertainment, News, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland

Lyon, Chicago Wolves blank Milwaukee

February 5, 2022February 5, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Lyon, Chicago Wolves blank Milwaukee Central Division leaders snap Admirals’ seven-game winning streak Alex Lyon stopped all 19 shots he faced to backstop the Chicago Wolves to a 1-0 victory over the Milwaukee Admirals Friday night at Panther Arena. Forward CJ Smith scored for the Central Division-leading Wolves (26-7-4-2), who snapped the Admirals’ seven-game winning…

Chicago, Entertainment, News, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland

Chicago Wolves earn shutout but not victory with Rockford IceHogs

January 30, 2022January 30, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago Wolves earn shutout but not victory with Rockford IceHogs Rookie netminder LaFontaine stops 16 shots, but Rockford takes shootout Chicago Wolves rookie goaltender Jack LaFontaine earned his first professional shutout, but not his first professional victory as the Rockford IceHogs claimed a 1-0 shootout win Saturday night at Allstate Arena. After LaFontaine and Rockford…

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Winnipeg Moose defeat Chicago Wolves 3 to 1

January 24, 2022January 24, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Winnipeg Moose defeat Chicago Wolves 3 to 1 Chicago dominates for 30-plus minutes, but Manitoba rallies late, Despite firing 18 more shots than the Manitoba Moose, the Chicago Wolves fell by a 3-1 count Sunday afternoon at Canada Life Centre. Despite firing 18 more shots than the Manitoba Moose, the Chicago Wolves fell by a 3-1…

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Chicago Wolves battle ends in Overtime

January 16, 2022January 17, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago Wolves battle ends in Overtime Noesen and Gust score late to secure a point The Chicago Wolves scored twice late in the third period to force overtime, but six-time NHL All-Star Game skater Eric Staal gave the Iowa Wild a 3-2 victory Saturday night at Wells Fargo Arena. Forwards Stefan Noesen and David Gust…

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Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas changes 2022 Scavenger Sale to benefit bidders and communities

January 12, 2022January 12, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas changes 2022 Scavenger Sale to benefit bidders and communities Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas’ 2022 Scavenger Sale will look different as the Treasurer’s Office takes steps to help small developers, homeowners and investors rebuild neighborhoods and create generational wealth. Under Illinois law, the Treasurer’s Office is required to conduct a…

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Chicago Wolves begin new winning streak as AHL team returns to ice

January 10, 2022January 10, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago Wolves begin new winning streak as AHL team returns to ice Noesen, Poturalski each score twice as Chicago wins for 13th time in 14 games Stefan Noesen and Andrew Poturalski scored two goals apiece to spark the Chicago Wolves to a 6-2 victory over the Iowa Wild Saturday night Jan. 8, 2022 at the…

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Experience Nature Throughout Winter in the Forest Preserves of Cook County

January 7, 2022January 7, 2022 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Experience Nature Throughout Winter in the Forest Preserves of Cook County The start of a new year and long-awaited arrival of snow brings winter fun to the Forest Preserves of Cook County. Join us for programs and events in January and February! From enjoying the warmth of a campfire to exploring the snowy trails of…

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Steppenwolf Theatre Company postpones world premiere of 1919 due to COVID-19 surge

January 7, 2022January 7, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Steppenwolf Theatre Company postpones world premiere of 1919 due to COVID-19 surge All other Steppenwolf productions proceeding as planned, with Seagull opening the new Ensemble Theater April–June 2022 Due to the COVID-19 surge driven by the Omicron variant, and out of an abundance of caution for public health, Steppenwolf Theatre Company has postponed its Steppenwolf for Young…

Chicago, Entertainment, Features, News, Theater

Funeral arrangements announced for Lawrence K. Doody, father of former Tollway Executive Director & Commissioner Liz Gorman

January 3, 2022January 3, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Funeral arrangements announced for Lawrence K. Doody, father of former Tollway Executive Director & Commissioner Liz Gorman Live streaming Mass will be held Friday, January 7th at 3:00 p.m. until time of Mass 5:00 p.m. at Christ the King Church, 9235 S. Hamilton Ave, Chicago Former Illinois Tollway Executive Director and Cook County Commissioner Elizabeth…

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Cook County Approves Transportation Funding for Suburban Cook County

December 29, 2021December 29, 2021 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Cook County Approves Transportation Funding for Suburban Cook County Cook County Board of Commissioners Approved Transportation Funding for Transportation Projects led by the County’s Department of Transportation and Highways with support from 16th District Commissioner Frank Aguilar. The Cook County Board of Commissioners approved funding to further transportation projects and initiatives led by the County’s…

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Japan should reject Rahm Emanuel appointment as US Ambassador

December 29, 2021December 29, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Japan should reject Rahm Emanuel appointment as US Ambassador The appointment of former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel as the U.S. Ambassador to Japan is a slap in the face of Arab and Muslim Americans by the administration of President Joe Biden. Japan should reject Emanuel’s appointment if they care about human and civil rights, but…

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Two Guys on Politics podcast adds Facebook and Twitter accounts

December 29, 2021December 29, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Two Guys on Politics podcast adds Facebook and Twitter accounts The Town Guys on Politics podcast, which features commentary from former Congressman Bill Lipinski and former Chicago City Hall reporter Ray Hanania now has a Facebook and Twitter account. Lipinski and Hanania co-host the podcast discussion each week on local, regional and national politics and…

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Lightford should repeal HB3653 which advocates for criminals

December 28, 2021December 28, 2021 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Lightford should repeal HB3653 which advocates for criminals Illinois Senator Kimberly Lightford should repeal HB3653 which reinforces rights for criminals and those accused of crimes, and she should retract her previous calls for “defund police” after she and her husband became victims of a serious crime. The atmosphere created by HB3653 and the “defund police”…

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Ald. Quinn reinforces commitment to improving Public Safety, supporting Chicago Police

December 28, 2021December 28, 2021 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Ald. Quinn reinforces commitment to improving Public Safety, supporting Chicago Police Ald. Marty Quinn (13) today reinforced his commitment to improving public safety and supporting the Chicago Police Department (CPD) by building on the many public safety initiatives he pursued in 2021. Over the past year, Quinn has been a strong advocate of Chicago police…