Category: elections

Wilson Calls Out Johnson, Giannoulias for Corruption, Abuse of Chicago Taxpayers

September 30, 2026September 30, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Wilson calls out Johnson, Giannoulias for corruption, abuse of Chicago taxpayers Mayoral Candidate Willie Wilson says both Johnson and Giannoulis are “Bankrupt on Ethics” CHICAGO, IL — Mayoral candidate Dr. Willie Wilson today released the following statement blasting Mayor Brandon Johnson after news reports stated that he is using taxpayer money to promote his own…

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Politicians, community leaders, national activists and celebrities join community to support Getty for Congress

August 30, 2026August 30, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Politicians, community leaders, national activists and celebrities join community to support Getty for Congress Politicians, community leaders, national activists and celebrities attended a rally of more than 800 community members on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at the Gibsons Restaurant in Oak Brook to support Chris Getty’s candidacy for the 4th Congressional District for Congress. By…

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Al Cacciottolo to run for 13th Ward Alderman to succeed Ald. Marty Quinn

August 20, 2026August 20, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Al Cacciottolo to run for 13th Ward Alderman to succeed Ald. Marty Quinn Lifelong Southwest Side Resident Seeks Ald. Quinn’s Open Seat CHICAGO – Garfield Ridge Neighborhood Watch President Al Cacciottolo today announced his candidacy for 13th Ward alderman, replacing outgoing Ald. Marty Quinn, who has held the post since 2011. A lifelong resident of…

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Treasurer Maria Pappas: Homeowners Blast Property Tax Increases, but Skip Voting When Given a Chance to Reject Them

July 27, 2026July 27, 2026 News Editor No Comments

Treasurer Maria Pappas: Homeowners Blast Property Tax Increases, but Skip Voting When Given a Chance to Reject Them Just one in five Cook County voters bothered to vote in the last two elections when asked whether to approve property tax increases, allowing a distinct minority of voters to approve hundreds of millions of dollars in…

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Support Muslim Radio show 820 AM fundraiser on July 29 in Bolingbrook

July 7, 2026July 10, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Support Muslim Radio show 820 AM fundraiser on July 29 in Bolingbrook Radio talkshow host Mohammed Faheem is hosting a fundraiser dinner banquet on Wednesday evening, July 29, 2026 at the Bolingbrook Community Center, 201 Canterbury Lane to support the Lightning Strike Radio Show broadcast every Sunday morning at 8 AM in WCPT 820 AM…

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Hanania interviews Burt Odelson the best election and municipal attorney in America

June 27, 2026June 28, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Hanania interviews Burt Odelson the best election and municipal attorney in America 06-27-26 Ray Hanania conducts a profile Interview of Attorney Burt Odelson interview Burton S. Odelson, a prominent Illinois attorney who has spent more than five decades specializing in municipal law, election law, school law, and local government representation. Video podcast below Burt Odelson…

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Chris Getty becomes first Independent Congressional Candidate to file for IL-4th Congressional District race with nearly 20,000 signatures

May 18, 2026May 18, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chris Getty becomes first Independent Congressional Candidate to file for IL-4th Congressional District race with nearly 20,000 signatures Lyons mayor’s historic petition drive signals grassroots demand for real representation after Democratic machine bypassed voters Declaring that “democracy only works when voters are given a real choice,” Mayor Chris Getty officially filed petitions Monday morning May…

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Rainbow PUSH to Host National Forum on Voting Rights, Redistricting, and the Future of American Democracy

May 14, 2026May 14, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Rainbow PUSH to Host National Forum on Voting Rights, Redistricting, and the Future of American Democracy Congressman Cleo Fields, IL House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch, Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates, and national leaders to convene in Chicago following landmark Supreme Court decision As national attention intensifies around the future of voting rights and…