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  • Firefighters with the Orland Fire Protection District who responded to a fire in an apartment at 15200 block of Al Camino Terrace on Saturday morning said the next day that they did find a kitten that needed respiratory aid that they saved.
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Leving to discuss how he restored parental rights to divorced father on Radio Saturday August 6

Posted on July 31, 2022July 31, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Leving to discuss how he restored parental rights to divorced father on Radio Saturday August 6
Leving to discuss how he restored parental rights to divorced father on Radio Saturday August 6

Leving to discuss how he restored parental rights to divorced father on Radio Saturday August 6 Fathers’ Rights attorney Jeffery M. Leving will discuss how he restored the parental visitation rights of a father after mother abruptly cuts-of the father’s parenting time on Dads Rights Legal Hour, 9-10 a.m. CDT Saturday, Aug. 6 on Power…

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Orland Fire District will maintain “all services” despite delayed county tax collections

Posted on July 28, 2022July 28, 2022 By News Editor No Comments on Orland Fire District will maintain “all services” despite delayed county tax collections
Orland Fire District will maintain “all services” despite delayed county tax collections

Orland Fire District will maintain “all services” despite delayed county tax collections The Orland Fire Protection District on Tuesday said there will be no reduction in emergency fire response services as a result of the inability of Cook County to collect taxes during which fund government unit services like the fire district, Fire Chief Michael…

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Porfirio urges “full investigation” into reported racist rant of local official

Posted on July 28, 2022July 28, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Porfirio urges “full investigation” into reported racist rant of local official
Porfirio urges “full investigation” into reported racist rant of local official

Porfirio urges “full investigation” into reported racist rant of local official Mike Porfirio, the Democratic Candidate for the Illinois 11th Senate District, urged the City of Berwyn Wednesday to conduct a “full and transparent investigation” into accusations a city employee and school board member used offensive and racist terms during a confrontation with an African American…

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Partnership Will Offer Economic Development and Employment Support in South Suburbs 

Posted on July 25, 2022July 25, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Partnership Will Offer Economic Development and Employment Support in South Suburbs 
Partnership Will Offer Economic Development and Employment Support in South Suburbs 

Partnership Will Offer Economic Development and Employment Support in South Suburbs  Residents and business owners in Worth Township will have access to workforce development assistance and much more thanks to an extended partnership between Worth Township and the Economic Strategies Development Corporation (ESDC). ESDC located in Pilsen began working together with Worth Township officials during…

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Orland Park Police arrest armed felon charged with weapons possession and violence

Posted on July 23, 2022July 23, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Orland Park Police arrest armed felon charged with weapons possession and violence
Orland Park Police arrest armed felon charged with weapons possession and violence

Orland Park Police arrest armed felon charged with weapons possession and violence On July 21 at approximately 3:15 p.m., Orland Park Police Officers on patrol of the parking lot at 288 Orland Square Drive in the Orland Park Mall located an unoccupied vehicle displaying a paper, Temporary Dealer Permit. Upon inspection of the vehicle’s identification…

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USO hosts Barbecue for the Troops July 23, 2022

Posted on July 22, 2022July 22, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on USO hosts Barbecue for the Troops July 23, 2022
USO hosts Barbecue for the Troops July 23, 2022

USO hosts Barbecue for the Troops July 23, 2022 The USO will host a barbecue for the Troops on Saturday July 23, 2022 at the Joe Rizza Dealership, 8100 W. 159th Street in Orland Park. The event is being held in celebration of Lincolns 100th Anniversary we are Partnering with USO Illinois & Chicago Automobile…

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Congressman Casten brings home $14 million to help district on climate change, hunger, transportation and domestic abuse survivor

Posted on July 20, 2022July 20, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Congressman Casten brings home $14 million to help district on climate change, hunger, transportation and domestic abuse survivor
Congressman Casten brings home $14 million to help district on climate change, hunger, transportation and domestic abuse survivor

Congressman Casten brings home $14 million to help district on climate change, hunger, transportation and domestic abuse survivor 6th District Congressman Sean Casten secures over $14 million in local funding to combat climate crisis, address hunger, improve transportation, protect domestic abuse survivors. Being able to work with other officials and leaders shows how benefits can…

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Vehicle crashes into Orland Park cosmetic store front

Posted on July 19, 2022July 19, 2022 By Ray Hanania 2 Comments on Vehicle crashes into Orland Park cosmetic store front
Vehicle crashes into Orland Park cosmetic store front

Vehicle crashes into Orland Park cosmetic store front A car crashed through the front window of CosmoProf at 9109 W. 151st Street in Orland Park on Tuesday, July 19, 2022 11:45 AM. Orland Park police reported that no one was injured. Here are photos from the accident which damaged the front window and entrance of…

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Stolen vehicle recovered, offender arrested in Orland Park car theft

Posted on July 18, 2022July 18, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Stolen vehicle recovered, offender arrested in Orland Park car theft
Stolen vehicle recovered, offender arrested in Orland Park car theft

Stolen vehicle recovered, offender arrested in Orland Park car theft On Friday, July 15, Orland Park tactical officers located a stolen Dodge Charger in the parking lot of Orland Square Mall. Shortly thereafter, officers observed a male suspect, later identified as Devonta Harris, enter the vehicle and attempt to drive away. The stolen vehicle immediately…

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Calder Cup Champions Chicago Wolves sign two veterans forwards

Posted on July 18, 2022July 18, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Calder Cup Champions Chicago Wolves sign two veterans forwards
Calder Cup Champions Chicago Wolves sign two veterans forwards

Calder Cup Champions Chicago Wolves sign two veterans forwards The Calder Cup champs add LaBate and Melnick from Central Division rivals The Calder Cup champion Chicago Wolves announced Monday they have signed forwards Joseph LaBate and Josh Melnick to Standard Player Contracts (SPC). LaBate, 29, has produced 52 goals, 59 assists and 592 penalty minutes…

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Illinois Tollway and Police host 2nd Kids Identification and Safety Seat in Bartlett as part of Operation Kid 2022

Posted on July 18, 2022July 18, 2022 By Ray Hanania 6 Comments on Illinois Tollway and Police host 2nd Kids Identification and Safety Seat in Bartlett as part of Operation Kid 2022
Illinois Tollway and Police host 2nd Kids Identification and Safety Seat in Bartlett as part of Operation Kid 2022

Illinois Tollway and Police host 2nd Kids Identification and Safety Seat in Bartlett as part of Operation Kid 2022 July 23 event is at Bartlett Police Department Continuing with Operation Kid 2022, the Illinois Tollway and Illinois State Police District 15 are hosting their second Kids Identification and Safety Seat (K.I.S.S.) event of the summer…

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Differences in how people react to homicides in Chicago vs a wealthy suburb

Posted on July 16, 2022July 16, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Differences in how people react to homicides in Chicago vs a wealthy suburb
Differences in how people react to homicides in Chicago vs a wealthy suburb

Differences in how people react to homicides in Chicago vs a wealthy suburb The recent mass shooting in Highland Park only reminds us how different gun violence and homicides are viewed, discussed and perceived in the public and mainstream news media when compared to the greater and everyday violence that consumes Chicago and Cook County….

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Hurley, Cunningham propose law requiring Chicago to give police minimum one day off each week

Posted on July 16, 2022July 16, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Hurley, Cunningham propose law requiring Chicago to give police minimum one day off each week
Hurley, Cunningham propose law requiring Chicago to give police minimum one day off each week

Hurley, Cunningham propose law requiring Chicago to give police minimum one day off each week State Senator Bill Cunningham and State Representative Fran Hurley introduced legislation to legally require the city of Chicago to give police officers a minimum of one day off each week. The proposal is designed to end the city’s practice of…

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Orland Fire District dedicates training center in honor of former Chief Robert Buhs

Posted on July 16, 2022July 16, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Orland Fire District dedicates training center in honor of former Chief Robert Buhs
Orland Fire District dedicates training center in honor of former Chief Robert Buhs

Orland Fire District dedicates training center in honor of former Chief Robert Buhs Robert M. Buhs is credited with building the Orland Fire Protection District rising from the ranks of volunteer through serving as Fire Chief until 2003. The OFPD, which is recognized as having the highest save rate in the country, dedicated the Robert…

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Senator Hastings Golf Classic Monday July 18

Posted on July 12, 2022July 12, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Senator Hastings Golf Classic Monday July 18
Senator Hastings Golf Classic Monday July 18

Senator Hastings Golf Classic Monday July 18 Iraq war veteran, West Point graduate and South suburban Illinois State Senator Michael Hastings hosts his annual Golf Classic to raise funds for his re-election Monday, July 18, 2022. Hastings has served with distinction for 10 years in the Illinois Senate representing Country Club Hills, Flossmoor, Frankfort, Frankfort…

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Cook County Awards Funding to Four 16th District Public Schools for Renewable Energy Education Initiative

Posted on July 11, 2022July 11, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cook County Awards Funding to Four 16th District Public Schools for Renewable Energy Education Initiative
Cook County Awards Funding to Four 16th District Public Schools for Renewable Energy Education Initiative

Cook County Awards Funding to Four 16th District Public Schools for Renewable Energy Education Initiative Schools in Cicero, Franklin Park, Maywood and Northlake were among the 24 schools that received awards from Cook County’s Solar Schools Grant Program Under Cook County’s Solar Schools Grant program, the Cook County Department of Environment and Sustainability awarded grant…

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Restaurant Review: Agave Cocina in Oak Forest

Posted on July 10, 2022July 10, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Restaurant Review: Agave Cocina in Oak Forest
Restaurant Review: Agave Cocina in Oak Forest

Restaurant Review: Agave Cocina in Oak Forest If you are looking for an enjoyable place to have a great tasting Mexican cuisine, try Agave Cocina in Oak Forest. The food is phenomenal. The costs are affordable. And the restaurant is clean and beautifully designed with plenty of seating, fast service and lots of parking By…

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You can’t force voters to do the right thing in elections

Posted on July 9, 2022July 10, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on You can’t force voters to do the right thing in elections
You can’t force voters to do the right thing in elections

You can’t force voters to do the right thing in elections Elections, especially primaries, are always a mix of good and bad results. In Orland Park, the extremist Republicans managed to survive thanks to one of the lowest voter turnouts we have seen in a long time. In the 6th District, Orland Park’s extremist rightwing…

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