Category: Cook County

SEIU Illinois State Council endorses Marie Newman for Congress

November 23, 2021November 23, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

SEIU Illinois State Council endorses Marie Newman for Congress Days after rightwing extremist Keith Pekau announced he is running for the Republican nomination for Congress with the support of Tea Party fanatic Jeanne Ives, Congresswoman Marie Newman continued to rack up endorsements from the 6th District’s leading workers unions and municipal leaders. Newman faces Sean…

Cook County, elections, Government, News, Orland Park, Orland Township, Politics, Seniors, Suburban Chicagoland, Taxes, women

Two women cited for fighting over car door incident in Tinley Park

November 23, 2021November 24, 2021 News Editor No Comments

Two women cited for fighting over car door incident in Tinley Park Tinley Park Police cite two women for Fighting in Public after Tutor Time DayCare incident that began when one woman opened her car door and hit the car of another, police said Two women were cited for Fighting in Public after an altercation…

Cook County, Crime, News, Police, Suburban Chicagoland

Online Book, White Flight and racism in Chicago in 1969

November 22, 2021November 22, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

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…

Baby Boomers, Blogger, Chicago, Commentary, Cook County, News, Opinion, Racism, Suburban Chicagoland

Cicero Police continue to search for suspects in Kevin Sanders killing

November 22, 2021November 22, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

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…

Chicago, Cook County, Crime, Government, News, Police, Suburban Chicagoland

All Adults Eligible for COVID-19 Booster Shots

November 22, 2021November 22, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

All Adults Eligible for COVID-19 Booster Shots The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have approved the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for all adults. Boosters provide increased protection against COVID-19 infection, reducing your chance of getting sick or spreading the virus. Individuals age 18 and…

Baby Boomers, Cook County, coronavirus, Government, Health, News, Orland Park, Orland Township, Seniors

Orland Township’s hosts Bingo with Santa

November 22, 2021November 22, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Township’s hosts Bingo with Santa Santa’s on his way to celebrate in Orland Township! Whether you’ve been naughty or nice; don’t think twice about attending Orland Township’s Bingo with Santa! Children and their families are invited to join Santa Claus and Supervisor Paul O’Grady with the Board of Trustees in celebrating the most wonderful…

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Orland Township’s Holiday Letters to Elders Program

November 20, 2021November 22, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Township’s Holiday Letters to Elders Program Spread Holiday cheer to a Senior who lives near! Program offers service hours to students who volunteer Orland Township’s annual Holiday Program, which provides a yearly holiday meal, gifts, and other personal items to more than 200 families and young children who experience financial difficulties, is expanding and…

Baby Boomers, Cook County, Features, Government, News, Orland Township, Seniors, Suburban Chicagoland

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

November 20, 2021November 20, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

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…

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

Lyons Fire Department celebrates 125th Anniversary

November 19, 2021November 19, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Lyons Fire Department celebrates 125th Anniversary The Lyons Fire Department will celebrate its 125th Anniversary at a memorial dedication on Sunday Nov. 28, 2021 beginning at 12 NOON. The event will be outdoors at the Lyons Fire Department, 4043 Joliet Avenue in Lyons. The Lyons Fire Department was founded in 1896, Village President Chris Getty…

Cook County, Events, Fire, Government, News, Suburban Chicagoland

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

November 17, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

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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U.S. Rep. Marie Newman receives endorsements from 10 suburban mayors

November 15, 2021November 15, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

U.S. Rep. Marie Newman receives endorsements from 10 suburban mayors Congresswoman Marie Newman announced Monday Nov. 15, 2021 that she has received endorsements from ten suburban mayors and village presidents for her re-election to Congress in Illinois’ new 6th District in the Spring Democratic primary elections. “I’ve been in government for years and I’ve never…

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

November 12, 2021November 12, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

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…

Chicago, Cook County, News, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland

Chicago Wolves defeat Rockford IceHogs at MetroCentre

November 12, 2021November 12, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

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

November 12, 2021November 13, 2021 News Editor No Comments

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

November 12, 2021November 13, 2021 Guest Columnist No Comments

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…

Chicago, Cook County, Jeffery Leving, News, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland

Orland Township’s Fall Job Fair a Success

November 12, 2021November 12, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Township’s Fall Job Fair a Success The Township’s annual event showcased nearly 40 companies. More than 100 individuals showed up in their best business casual attire, with resumes in hand, hoping to ‘fall’ into a new job at Orland Township’s Fall Job Fair. A variety of industries were represented by nearly 40 companies in…

Business, Cook County, Government, News, Orland Park, Orland Township, Suburban Chicagoland

Red Stars triumph in 1-0 victory, will play Thorns in Semifinal

November 10, 2021November 10, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Red Stars triumph in 1-0 victory, will play Thorns in Semifinal The Chicago Red Stars, behind a second-half goal thanks to link up play between Sarah Woldmoe and Mal Pugh, defeated Gotham FC 1-0 and advanced to the NWSL Semifinal next week vs Portland. KEY MOMENTS 55’ – A flurry of Gotham attacks came down…

Cook County, Features, News, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland

Chicagoland communities honor vets on Veteran’s Day Nov. 11

November 9, 2021November 10, 2021 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Chicagoland communities honor vets on Veteran’s Day Nov. 11 Communities throughout the Chicagoland land area will honor those who served or continue to serve in the U.S. Military on Veterans Day Nov. 11, 2021 with a variety of program. A sincere dedication to all of the individuals who are serving, have served and those who…

Cook County, DuPage, Government, News, Orland Township, Suburban Chicagoland, Veterans