Category: Chicago

LakeView Towers Association members protest exclusion from 46th Ward public meeting

July 2, 2021July 2, 2021 News Editor

LakeView Towers Association members protest exclusion from 46th Ward public meeting Diane Santucci releases this statement in response to being denied her vote as the authorized representative of her association at the 46th Ward Zoning Committee. Lakeview Towers Board Member Diane Santucci is opposed to a proposed development at 4600 N Marine Drive, which is on the…

Chicago, construction, General Topics, Government, NewsWire

Fiesta Del Sol Citizenship & Immigration Expo

June 29, 2021June 30, 2021 Ray Hanania

Fiesta Del Sol Citizenship & Immigration Expo Fiesta del Sol is a festival known for its food, live music, attractions for kids and adults, and the joy and warmth of the festival-goers. However, an essential part of our Festival, and where we strive year after year to provide tools to the community, are our…

Chicago, Events, NewsWire

80 students at Youth camp infected with COVID

June 28, 2021June 28, 2021 Ray Hanania

80 students at Youth camp infected with COVID Public Health Officials Announce More Than 80 COVID-19 Cases Now Associated with Youth Camp Outbreak. Secondary outbreak now connected with previously reported youth camp outbreak in central Illinois The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is now reporting 85 teens and adult staff at a summer youth camp…

Chicago, Cook County, coronavirus, Government, Health, News

Coronavirus remains a threat in Illinois, infections and deaths continue

June 25, 2021June 25, 2021 Ray Hanania

Coronavirus remains a threat in Illinois, infections and deaths continue Public Health Officials Announce 1,744 New Cases of Coronavirus Disease Over the Past Week. Almost 71% of Illinois adults have received at least one vaccine dose and more than 54% are fully vaccinated The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today reported 1,744 new confirmed and…

Chicago, Cook County, coronavirus, General Topics, Health, News, Orland Park, Suburban Chicagoland

Goodman Theater announces cast for Shakuntala by Lavina Jadhwani

June 23, 2021June 23, 2021 Ray Hanania

Goodman Theater announces cast for Shakuntala by Lavina Jadhwani Goodman Theatre announces the cast for the FREE live reading of its newest Future Labs play, SHAKUNTALA by Lavina Jadhwani and directed by Sophiyaa Nayar (see below). The FREE virtual reading of SHAKUNTALA premieres June 26 at 7pm. Registration for this FREE event is required. For more information, visit GoodmanTheatre.org/Shakuntala. The Goodman is grateful for the…

Chicago, Entertainment, Features, NewsWire, Theater

Community voices unheard in debate over renaming Millennium Park in honor of DuSable, Friends of the Parks argues

June 23, 2021June 23, 2021 Ray Hanania

Community voices unheard in debate over renaming Millennium Park in honor of DuSable, Friends of the Parks argues Friends of the Parks’ Statement on DuSable Park and Recognition for Jean Baptiste Pointe DuSable and his wife, Kitihawa As support staff to the 30-plus year collective DuSable Park Coalition struggle to actualize DuSable Park, Friends of…

Chicago, Features, Government, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Man killed by Metra train in Tinley Park

June 18, 2021June 18, 2021 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Man killed by Metra train in Tinley Park Tinley Park officials said Friday that Metra and Tinley police investigating the death of a pedestrian hit by a METRA train Friday afternoon Tinley Park police are assisting the Metra Police Department in investigating a pedestrian vs. train incident that occurred Friday afternoon near the Oak Park…

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Illinoisans who received at least one COVID vaccination automatically entered in $10 million state giveaway

June 17, 2021June 17, 2021 Ray Hanania

Illinoisans who received at least one COVID vaccination automatically entered in $10 million state giveaway As Illinois Vaccinates 70% of Adults, Gov. Pritzker Launches $10 Million ‘All In for the Win’ Promotion to Reward Vaccinated Residents. Illinois Becomes First State in Midwest to Hit President Biden’s 70% Adult Vaccination Goal. Eligible Illinoisans Automatically Entered into Lottery for…

Chicago, Cook County, coronavirus, Government, Health, Illinois Legislature, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Ald. Pat Dowell Calls for Personal Dashboard for the Illinois Secretary of State’s Office

June 17, 2021June 17, 2021 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Ald. Pat Dowell Calls for Personal Dashboard for the Illinois Secretary of State’s Office Chicago Alderman Pat Dowell, candidate for Democratic nominee for Illinois Secretary of State on Thursday June 17, 2021, released an innovative program for the Secretary of State’s office. She is proposing that the Secretary of State implement a personal dashboard for each…

Chicago, Cook County, elections, Government, Illinois Legislature, News, Politics, Suburban Chicagoland

Kim Foxx passes on “foundation crimes” that lead to violence and murder

June 16, 2021July 13, 2021 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Kim Foxx passes on “foundation crimes” that lead to violence and murder Foundation crimes are a part ad parcel of major crimes. If they are not addressed or confronted, or allowed to go unpunished, they lead to serious felonies and even murder. But sadly, that’s not how Cook County States Attorney Kim Foxx views her…

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Illinois Secretary of State Candidate, David Moore, Offers A Solution to Carjacking Crisis

June 15, 2021June 15, 2021 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Illinois Secretary of State Candidate, David Moore, Offers A Solution to Carjacking Crisis Carjackings in Illinois are at an epidemic level. People are afraid in every part of the state. The number of carjackings in 2021 has exceeded 2020, leading the Illinois State Police to announce earlier this year that it’s partnering with federal and local…

Chicago, Cook County, elections, Government, Illinois Legislature, News, Politics, Suburban Chicagoland, Transportation

Mexican Cartel drug kingpin’s daughter sentenced for narcotics violations

June 15, 2021June 15, 2021 News Editor

Mexican Cartel drug kingpin’s daughter sentenced for narcotics violations; El Chapo wife pleads guilty Daughter of Notorious Mexican Cartel Leader Sentenced for Criminal Violation of the Foreign Narcotics Kingpin Designation Act. Jessica Johanna Oseguera Gonzalez, 34, of Guadalajara, Mexico, pleaded guilty on March 12, 2021. According to court documents, she violated the criminal penalties of the…

Chicago, Crime, Federal, Government, National, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Chicago Wolves’ Kevin Kacer shares AHL’s Dupre Award

June 14, 2021June 14, 2021 Ray Hanania

Chicago Wolves’ Kevin Kacer shares AHL’s Dupre Award Chicago’s head trainer honored for yeoman’s work during 2021 season The American Hockey League announced Monday that, in recognition of their efforts during the pandemic, the head athletic trainers from all 31 teams have been selected as the winners of the Yanick Dupre Memorial Award for 2020-21….

Chicago, Cook County, News, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland

SONIC Drive-In donates $31,128.00 to teachers in Chicago this Teacher Appreciation Month

June 14, 2021June 14, 2021 Ray Hanania

SONIC Drive-In donates $31,128.00 to teachers in Chicago this Teacher Appreciation Month America’s Drive-In thanked public school teachers by donating $1.5 million to requests for learning supplies across the country To honor the creative efforts teachers have made to maneuver their ever-shifting learning environments and keep students engaged this past year, SONIC® Drive-In donated $1.5…

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US Transportation Secretary Buttigieg invited to tour Chicagoland

June 11, 2021June 11, 2021 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

US Transportation Secretary Buttigieg invited to tour Chicagoland NEWMAN, GARCIA, DURBIN AND DUCKWORTH LEAD IL DELEGATION LETTER INVITING SECRETARY BUTTIGIEG TO TOUR CHICAGOLAND AREA. As Secretary Buttigieg tours the country for President Biden’s American Jobs Plan, the delegation letter invites him to Illinois, a national and international hub of transportation activity U.S. Representatives Marie Newman (D-IL-03)…

Chicago, Cook County, Government, News, Regional Midwest, Suburban Chicagoland, Transportation

Tax leaders applaud Pappas debt report and recommendations

June 9, 2021June 9, 2021 Ray Hanania

Tax leaders applaud Pappas debt report and recommendations Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas on Monday posted her most recent local government debt report, which this year includes a unique way to measure those growing obligations. The Treasurer attributed debt to properties, rather than per person, to more accurately reflect the burdens placed on those who…

Chicago, Cook County, Government, News, Suburban Chicagoland, Taxes

No Whites allowed in Lightfoot’s Chicago

May 31, 2021July 13, 2021 Ray Hanania 2 Comments

No Whites allowed in Lightfoot’s Chicago Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is a real lightweight when it comes to Chicago mayors. She is not just afraid to take on tough issues and doesn’t know how to deal with Chicago’s out-of-control street gang gun violence, but she is a racist and only wants to do interviews with…

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Fatherhood symposium set for June 12

May 31, 2021May 31, 2021 Ray Hanania

Fatherhood symposium set for June 12 The Illinois Council on Responsible Fatherhood, a state board established in 2004 to promote paternal involvement – particularly by single and divorced fathers – in the upbringing of their children, will present its 2021 annual symposium on Saturday, June 12, from 1:30-4:30 p.m. The symposium will be conducted via…