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Coalition for Free & Fair Elections trains judges

Posted on November 23, 2021November 23, 2021 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Coalition for Free & Fair Elections trains judges
Coalition for Free & Fair Elections trains judges

Coalition for Free & Fair Elections trains judges This past weekend, Nov. 20, 2021, the Coalition for Free & Fair Elections trained about 200 Chicago area police officers to become election judges in upcoming elections. Organizer Scott Kaspar said that the event featured active and retired law enforcement officers who hailed from  Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake,…

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Safe practices for a safe Holiday season, from Cook County

Posted on November 23, 2021November 23, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Safe practices for a safe Holiday season, from Cook County
Safe practices for a safe Holiday season, from Cook County

Safe practices for a safe Holiday season, from Cook County As Thanksgiving approaches, we wanted to wish you and your loved ones a safe and happy holiday season.  In order to ensure your health, we are sharing our holiday guidelines for safe celebrations and travel. Please take these proven precautions in all of your holiday…

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Online Book, White Flight and racism in Chicago in 1969

Posted on November 22, 2021November 22, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Online Book, White Flight and racism in Chicago in 1969
Online Book, White Flight and racism in Chicago in 1969

Online Book, White Flight and racism in Chicago in 1969 By Ray Hanania The online book is called “Midnight Flight,” the story of racism in Chicago in the 1960s. The book is a memoir of living on Chicago’s Southeast Side in the 1960s and how realtors using racial fears forced White homeowners to seek their…

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Cicero Police continue to search for suspects in Kevin Sanders killing

Posted on November 22, 2021November 22, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cicero Police continue to search for suspects in Kevin Sanders killing
Cicero Police continue to search for suspects in Kevin Sanders killing

Cicero Police continue to search for suspects in Kevin Sanders killing Town President Larry Dominick, the Town of Cicero Board of Directors and Cicero Police Department Chief Jerry Chlada are commemorating the 11th anniversary of the tragic killing of a 15 year old Kevin Sanders on November 22, 2010. The Sanders killing has been one…

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Despite strong play Chicago Wolves lose in roller-coaster game with Rockford IceHogs

Posted on November 20, 2021November 20, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Despite strong play Chicago Wolves lose in roller-coaster game with Rockford IceHogs
Despite strong play Chicago Wolves lose in roller-coaster game with Rockford IceHogs

Despite strong play Chicago Wolves lose in roller-coaster game with Rockford IceHogs Dominik Bokk and Josh Jacobs score early for Chicago to no avail The Chicago Wolves jumped to an early two-goal lead, but the Rockford IceHogs rallied for a 6-3 victory Friday night at the MetroCentre. Forwards Dominik Bokk and David Gust and defenseman…

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Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas opens satellite office at St. Sabina Church

Posted on November 17, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas opens satellite office at St. Sabina Church
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas opens satellite office at St. Sabina Church

Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas opens satellite office at St. Sabina Church Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas opens satellite office at Saint Sabina Church to help preserve homeownership.  Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas has opened a satellite office at Saint Sabina Church as part of her Black Houses Matter homeownership preservation program. Partnering with Father…

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Poturalski’s highlight reel goal lifts Chicago Wolves to victory over Grand Rapids Griffins

Posted on November 17, 2021November 17, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Poturalski’s highlight reel goal lifts Chicago Wolves to victory over Grand Rapids Griffins
Poturalski’s highlight reel goal lifts Chicago Wolves to victory over Grand Rapids Griffins

Poturalski’s highlight reel goal lifts Chicago Wolves to victory over Grand Rapids Griffins Chicago’s captain delivers the winner 31 seconds into overtime Chicago Wolves captain Andrew Poturalski dashed through three defenders and deked the goaltender 31 seconds into overtime to give the Wolves a 2-1 victory over the Grand Rapids Griffins Wednesday morning at Van…

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Bond Set at $1 Million for Man Charged with Attempt First Degree Murder at Children’s Indoor Amusement Park

Posted on November 15, 2021November 17, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Bond Set at $1 Million for Man Charged with Attempt First Degree Murder at Children’s Indoor Amusement Park
Bond Set at $1 Million for Man Charged with Attempt First Degree Murder at Children’s Indoor Amusement Park

Bond Set at $1 Million for Man Charged with Attempt First Degree Murder at Children’s Indoor Amusement Park DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert B. Berlin and Villa Park Chief of Police Michael Rivas announced Monday Nov. 15, 2021 that charges have been filed against a Chicago man accused of shooting another man at an indoor…

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Chicago Wolves lose to Toronto Marlies 2 to 1 in overtime play

Posted on November 14, 2021November 14, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves lose to Toronto Marlies 2 to 1 in overtime play
Chicago Wolves lose to Toronto Marlies 2 to 1 in overtime play

Chicago Wolves lose to Toronto Marlies 2 to 1 in overtime play The Central Division leaders need extra time for first time this year Rookie center Semyon Der-Arguchintsev scored with 1.3 seconds remaining in overtime to give the Toronto Marlies a 2-1 victory Sunday afternoon at Allstate Arena. Forward Maxim Letunov scored for the Wolves…

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Chicago Wolves outshot but lose to the Toronto Marlies 

Posted on November 14, 2021November 15, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves outshot but lose to the Toronto Marlies 
Chicago Wolves outshot but lose to the Toronto Marlies 

Chicago Wolves outshot but lose to the Toronto Marlies  The Central Division leaders faced Toronto for the first time in seven seasons Despite producing a 39-25 advantage in shots, the Chicago Wolves suffered a 5-1 loss to the Toronto Marlies Saturday night at Allstate Arena. Forward Sam Miletic scored for the Central Division-leading Wolves (7-3-0-0),…

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Chicago House Soccer Match Preview: November 13, 2021, vs. Stumptown AC

Posted on November 12, 2021November 12, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago House Soccer Match Preview: November 13, 2021, vs. Stumptown AC
Chicago House Soccer Match Preview: November 13, 2021, vs. Stumptown AC

Chicago House Soccer Match Preview: November 13, 2021, vs. Stumptown AC The House Looks To Continue To Climb The Table And Extend Their Win Streak At Home Chicago House AC is back at SeatGeek Stadium for another Saturday home match. Their opponent this weekend will be Stumptown AC which the House defeated back on August…

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Chicago Wolves defeat Rockford IceHogs at MetroCentre

Posted on November 12, 2021November 12, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves defeat Rockford IceHogs at MetroCentre
Chicago Wolves defeat Rockford IceHogs at MetroCentre

Chicago Wolves defeat Rockford IceHogs at MetroCentre Poturalski, Noesen and Gelinas score early goals for Central Division leaders The Chicago Wolves produced three first-period goals and rolled to a 4-1 victory over the Rockford IceHogs Friday night at the MetroCentre. Forwards Andrew Poturalski, Stefan Noesen and Maxim Letunov and defenseman Eric Gelinas scored for the…

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Winning for clients at Leving firm CLE

Posted on November 12, 2021November 13, 2021 By News Editor No Comments on Winning for clients at Leving firm CLE
Winning for clients at Leving firm CLE

Winning for clients at Leving firm CLE 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 Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. at 19 S. LaSalle St. in Chicago, and via Zoom. The keynote speaker will be attorney…

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Duped dad prevails in court, won’t go to jail

Posted on November 12, 2021November 13, 2021 By Guest Columnist No Comments on Duped dad prevails in court, won’t go to jail
Duped dad prevails in court, won’t go to jail

Duped dad prevails in court, won’t go to jail By Efar Veronique A desperate man was saddled by the court with an enormous child support payment and child support arrearage, that he couldn’t afford to pay, and for a child that was not even his. He was worried that he would lose his license, lose…

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Palestinian American standup comedy American style

Posted on November 8, 2021December 7, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Palestinian American standup comedy American style
Palestinian American standup comedy American style

Palestinian American standup comedy American style Palestinian American standup comedian, author and columnist performs comedy for the anniversary of the Arab American News in Dearborn, Michigan in 2004.  A humorous blast from the past video on YouTube. This sampler of Ray Hanania’s comedy touches a little on politics, on post Sept. 11 security concerns, Palestinian-Israeli…

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Bond set for Chicago man charged with Attempting to carjack a woman at gunpoint in Downers Grove

Posted on November 8, 2021November 9, 2021 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Bond set for Chicago man charged with Attempting to carjack a woman at gunpoint in Downers Grove

Bond set for Chicago man charged with Attempting to carjack a woman at gunpoint in Downers Grove While the Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx does everything to avoid prosecuting gangbangers and criminals, DuPage County is doing everything to keep its law-abiding citizens safe. This is the latest press release from DuPage County State’s Attorney…

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Defensemen drive Chicago Wolves to another victory

Posted on November 8, 2021November 8, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Defensemen drive Chicago Wolves to another victory
Defensemen drive Chicago Wolves to another victory

Defensemen drive Chicago Wolves to another victory Serikov, Lajoie and Chatfield score as Chicago erases early 2-0 deficit Defensemen scored three consecutive goals to rally the Chicago Wolves to a 4-2 victory over the Milwaukee Admirals Sunday afternoon at Allstate Arena. Blueliners Artyom Serikov, Max Lajoie and Jalen Chatfield and forward David Gust scored for…

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Chicago Wolves Five-Game winning streak ends

Posted on November 6, 2021November 6, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Wolves Five-Game winning streak ends
Chicago Wolves Five-Game winning streak ends

Chicago Wolves Five-Game winning streak ends Chatfield scores Chicago’s lone goal The Manitoba Moose recorded three first-period goals to set up a 5-1 victory over the Chicago Wolves Saturday night at Allstate Arena. Defenseman Jalen Chatfield scored for the Wolves (5-2-0-0), who saw their five-game winning streak come to a close. “They scored on the…

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