Category: Chicago

Local nonprofit honors the leadership of President Peggy Parfenoff

October 11, 2021October 11, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Local nonprofit honors the leadership of President Peggy Parfenoff Bringing the world to Chicago and Chicago to the world for 20 years On Wednesday, October 20th at 5:30 PM (CST) WorldChicago will honor the local, and global, leadership of Peggy Parfenoff with, “A Toast to Twenty Years with WorldChicago,” at Carnivale Restaurant (702 Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60661). This fun and festive reception will bring together culture, cuisine, cocktails, and the Chicago community for a global celebration of Parfenoff’s work to bring the world to Chicago and…

Chicago, Government, News

Two Guys on Politics Podcast on religious curbs, Foxx’s failures, Lightfoot’s stumbles

October 11, 2021October 11, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Two Guys on Politics Podcast on religious curbs, Foxx’s failures, Lightfoot’s stumbles The Two Guys on Politics podcast this week featuring former Congressman Bill Lipinski and former Chicago City Hall reporter Ray Hanania includes a lengthy discussion about how religious freedom is under assault in America. Oct. 10, 2021. Season 1, Episode 6. The podcast,…

Chicago, Cook County, Government, National, News, Podcast, Politics, Suburban Chicagoland

Chicago Wolves win exhibition game over Milwaukee Admirals

October 10, 2021October 10, 2021 News Editor No Comments

Chicago Wolves win exhibition game over Milwaukee Admirals Murray scores game-winner while Miletic produces two goals during game Saturday Oct. 9, 2021 Rookie forward Blake Murray snapped the game’s final tie with 2:30 left in regulation to lead the Chicago Wolves to a 5-3 exhibition victory over the Milwaukee Admirals Saturday night at the Wolves…

Chicago, Cook County, Features, News, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland

Broadhurst, Murray and Mattheos score for Chicago Wolves

October 8, 2021October 8, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Broadhurst, Murray and Mattheos score for Chicago Wolves The Chicago Wolves opened their brief exhibition schedule with a 5-3 loss to the Milwaukee Admirals Thursday night at Panther Arena. Veteran Terry Broadhurst, rookie Blake Murray and third-year forward Stelio Mattheos delivered goals for the Wolves, who built a 3-0 lead 30 minutes into the game….

Chicago, Features, News, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland

American Arab Chamber of Commerce Illinois fights for business rights

October 3, 2021October 3, 2021 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

American Arab Chamber of Commerce Illinois fights for business rights The American Arab Chamber of Commerce of Illinois which is at the forefront of fighting for the rights of Arab American and Muslim American business owners expanded and consolidated its board this week. The board consists of Trustees who have an equal voice in defining…

Business, Chicago, Cook County, Government, immigrant, News, Politics, Racism, Regional Midwest, restaurants, Suburban Chicagoland, Taxes

Edwards Orchard the best place to visit for Fall country enjoyment

October 2, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Edwards Orchard the best place to visit for Fall country enjoyment A perfect getaway from the violence and murders that define Chicago’s dysfunction and danger is a trip to the countryside. One of the best destinations in the Fall is Edwards Orchard, a 90 minute but worthwhile drive from Chicago’s violence epicenter to the serenity…

Business, Chicago, Entertainment, Features, food, Photos, rayhanania, restaurants, Suburban Chicagoland

Dad rescues daughters from reported sexual exploitation and physical abuse

October 1, 2021October 1, 2021 News Editor No Comments

Dad rescues daughters from reported sexual exploitation and physical abuse A distraught dad contacted Chicago attorney Jeffery M. Leving to rescue his daughters. Dad told Leving that his daughters were suffering terrible abuse by the mother’s predatory boyfriend, according to Court documents. Dad said he didn’t know where to turn, but needed help for his…

Business, Chicago, Cook County, Jeffery Leving, Law, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas to begin sending $25.4 million in automatic refunds to Cook County homeowners

September 30, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas to begin sending $25.4 million in automatic refunds to Cook County homeowners Almost 11,500 property owners who overpaid their First Installment taxes will automatically get back $25.4 million in refunds this month, Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas said Wednesday Sept. 29, 2021. Almost 4,000 refunds go to homeowners who are…