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  • Pastor John Harrell, candidate for the 8th Illinois State House seat vacated by LaShawn Ford in the March 2026 election
    Regional leaders endorse John Harrell for 8th Illinois House District Chicago
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    Hastings working towards stronger consumer protections for Illinois families Business
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    Rep. Ryan Secures Funding for Special Bus Lane in Evergreen Park Illinois Legislature
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    Treasurer’s website offers easy way to update property tax bill name and address information Chicago
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    Early Voting Location Moves to Orland Park Civic Center for Upcoming Election Cycle elections
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    Court Victory: A Chicago Dad’s Fight to Reunite with His Son Dads' Rights
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    Alderman Silvana Tabares (23) Announces Endorsement of Richard Boykin for 7th Congressional District Seat Chicago
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    In the Crowded Race for the 7th Congressional Seat being Vacated by Representative Danny Davis, a recent Poll Indicates Richard Boykin has a Clear Path to Victory elections

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Cook County Clerk Yarbrough seeks to recruit veterans as election judges

Posted on October 4, 2022October 4, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cook County Clerk Yarbrough seeks to recruit veterans as election judges
Cook County Clerk Yarbrough seeks to recruit veterans as election judges

Cook County Clerk Yarbrough seeks to recruit veterans as election judges Facing a critical shortage of election poll workers, Cook County Clerk Karen A. Yarbrough announced Tuesday that her office is launching a campaign to recruit military veterans to serve as Election Judges in the upcoming November Gubernatorial Election. The Clerk’s Office, which administers elections…

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Dan Calandriello Calls for County Leadership to Address Public Safety

Posted on October 3, 2022October 3, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Dan Calandriello Calls for County Leadership to Address Public Safety
Dan Calandriello Calls for County Leadership to Address Public Safety

Dan Calandriello Calls for County Leadership to Address Public Safety Candidate Calandriello has the actual experience as a former Prosecutor to protect our families With recent dialogue regarding public safety and the SAFE-T Act, Cook County Board of Commissioner candidate Dan Calandriello calls on the Cook County Board to take steps to address Public Safety…

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Pritzker proves you don’t need toilets in a glass house

Posted on September 28, 2022October 7, 2022 By Ray Hanania 2 Comments on Pritzker proves you don’t need toilets in a glass house
Pritzker proves you don’t need toilets in a glass house

Pritzker proves you don’t need toilets in a glass house Illinois Governor JB Pritzker attacked his critics recently and called for people to resign from office, especially those that challenge his lobbyist cronies. But he doesn’t hesitate to manipulate real estate to reduce the amount of state property taxes he owes on his multi-million properties….

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Right from the Middle: My disappointment in both Republicans and Democrats

Posted on September 21, 2022October 18, 2022 By William Lipinski No Comments on Right from the Middle: My disappointment in both Republicans and Democrats
Right from the Middle: My disappointment in both Republicans and Democrats

Right from the Middle: My disappointment in both Republicans and Democrats Neither the Republicans nor the Democrats are bringing the country together and leaders of both parties are fanning the flames of division and anger. President Joe Biden’s recent speech in which eh attacks Republicans only helped to push the two sides apart By William…

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Safe-T Act law being exaggerated by both far Right and Left

Posted on September 21, 2022September 21, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Safe-T Act law being exaggerated by both far Right and Left
Safe-T Act law being exaggerated by both far Right and Left

Safe-T Act law being exaggerated by both far Right and Left Democrats have undermined their fight against crime with the confusing and unexplained Safe-T Act. The November 8 election come down to two powerful issues, Roe v Wade for Democrats, and the Safe-T Act for Republicans. The Republican fight against crime has counterbalanced the Democrat…

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Sean Casten Releases several Digital campaign Ads on Reproductive Rights and healthcare

Posted on September 21, 2022April 27, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Sean Casten Releases several Digital campaign Ads on Reproductive Rights and healthcare
Sean Casten Releases several Digital campaign Ads on Reproductive Rights and healthcare

Sean Casten Releases several Digital campaign Ads on Reproductive Rights and healthcare Congressman Sean Casten releases a series of Ads promoting his re-election bid in the new 6th Congressional District, affirming support for Women’s Rights and healthcare basics. Casten is also addressing the issue of flooding in the suburbs U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (D-IL) released…

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Orland Fire District board members denounces Illinois Safe-T Act as “threat to First Responders”

Posted on September 18, 2022September 18, 2022 By News Editor 2 Comments on Orland Fire District board members denounces Illinois Safe-T Act as “threat to First Responders”
Orland Fire District board members denounces Illinois Safe-T Act as “threat to First Responders”

Orland Fire District board members denounces Illinois Safe-T Act as “threat to First Responders” Officials of the Orland Fire Protection District board of trustees this week denounced the adoption of the Illinois “Safety, Accountability, Fairness and Equity-Today Act,” also known as the SAFE-T Act, saying it reduces punishments and accountability for criminals and while undermining…

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Raymond Lopez says 500th Chicago murder unacceptable fir America’s 3rd largest city

Posted on September 13, 2022September 14, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Raymond Lopez says 500th Chicago murder unacceptable fir America’s 3rd largest city
Raymond Lopez says 500th Chicago murder unacceptable fir America’s 3rd largest city

Raymond Lopez says 500th Chicago murder unacceptable fir America’s 3rd largest city Chicago homicides this year higher than New York City and Los Angeles with larger populations   Alderman Raymond Lopez (15th ward), candidate for Mayor of Chicago expressed outrage at the city reaching 500th homicide in Chicago so far this year. On Sunday, West Pullman…

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Two Guys on Politics podcast analyzes failings of Biden’s partisan speech

Posted on September 4, 2022September 4, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Two Guys on Politics podcast analyzes failings of Biden’s partisan speech
Two Guys on Politics podcast analyzes failings of Biden’s partisan speech

Two Guys on Politics podcast analyzes failings of Biden’s partisan speech Two Guys on Politics podcast hosts former Congressman Bill Lipinski and former Chicago City Hall reporter Ray Hanania took President Joe Biden to task during their weekly podcast on Sunday Sept. 4, 2022 for using his speech as a political attack against Republicans and…

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Vallas announces Democratic Strategist Joe Trippi & Pollster Mark Mellman to join campaign for Chicago Mayor

Posted on September 2, 2022September 2, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Vallas announces Democratic Strategist Joe Trippi & Pollster Mark Mellman to join campaign for Chicago Mayor
Vallas announces Democratic Strategist Joe Trippi & Pollster Mark Mellman to join campaign for Chicago Mayor

Vallas announces Democratic Strategist Joe Trippi & Pollster Mark Mellman to join campaign for Chicago Mayor Chicago Mayoral candidate Paul Vallas announces the hiring of Joe Trippi as Chief Strategist/Media Advisor and Mark Mellman and The Mellman Group for polling. “Residents and businesses across our city are desperate for a better, safer Chicago. Our fight…

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Morrison leads Republicans like lemmings off a cliff

Posted on August 23, 2022August 24, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Morrison leads Republicans like lemmings off a cliff
Morrison leads Republicans like lemmings off a cliff

Morrison leads Republicans like lemmings off a cliff Cook County Republican Chairman Sean Morrison did what he does best, taking care of himself but failing to help the Cook County Republican organization he is tasked to lead. Seven candidates he slated in a big PR stunt to run in the November elections have either quit…

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Casten Announces Endorsement from Illinois Democratic Congressional Delegation

Posted on August 18, 2022August 18, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Casten Announces Endorsement from Illinois Democratic Congressional Delegation
Casten Announces Endorsement from Illinois Democratic Congressional Delegation

Casten Announces Endorsement from Illinois Democratic Congressional Delegation U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (D-IL) announced Thursday August 20, 2022 the endorsements of all 14 members of the Illinois Democratic Congressional Delegation. “I’ve worked hand-in-hand with these dedicated public servants to deliver real results for families in Illinois, and especially here in the 6th District,” said Rep….

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Illinois Senate Candidate Mike Porfirio Fundraiser Sept. 1, 2022

Posted on August 18, 2022August 18, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Illinois Senate Candidate Mike Porfirio Fundraiser Sept. 1, 2022
Illinois Senate Candidate Mike Porfirio Fundraiser Sept. 1, 2022

Illinois Senate Candidate Mike Porfirio Fundraiser Sept. 1, 2022 Democrat endorsed candidate for the 11th Illinois Senate District Mike Porfirio will host a fundraiser for his campaign on Thursday September 1, from 6 PM until 9 PM. The fundraiser will be held at Pescadon Banquets, 6254 S. Archer Road in Summit, Illinois. Tickets for the…

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Lyons Township Democrats to host annual FallFest on Sept. 17

Posted on August 18, 2022August 18, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Lyons Township Democrats to host annual FallFest on Sept. 17
Lyons Township Democrats to host annual FallFest on Sept. 17

Lyons Township Democrats to host annual FallFest on Sept. 17 The Lyons Township Democratic Organization will host its annual FallFest on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 11 AM until 2 PM. The event is hosted by Democratic Committeeman Steven Landek and will feature local, county and state elected officials along with Democratic Party endorsed candidates. The…

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Illinois AFL-CIO Endorses Sean Casten for Re-Election

Posted on August 15, 2022August 15, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Illinois AFL-CIO Endorses Sean Casten for Re-Election
Illinois AFL-CIO Endorses Sean Casten for Re-Election

Illinois AFL-CIO Endorses Sean Casten for Re-Election U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (D-IL) announced Monday August 15, 2022 that he has received the endorsement of the Illinois AFL-CIO, representing 1,500 local unions and nearly 900,000 workers across Illinois. “Since I ran for Congress in 2018, I have always stood with working families & organized labor. I’m…

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Pritzker lives in glass house of money and hypocrisy

Posted on August 11, 2022August 11, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Pritzker lives in glass house of money and hypocrisy
Pritzker lives in glass house of money and hypocrisy

Pritzker lives in glass house of money and hypocrisy Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker is slamming rival Darren Bailey for comparing the Holocaust to abortion, and feeding reporters like Greg Hinz of Crains Chicago Business to slam Bailey for anti-Muslim comments (Hinz doesn’t care about Muslims and never has), Pritzker and Hinz don’t care that in…

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Candidate Calandriello announces “Biking the 17th” to raise awareness for Cook County Forest Preserves

Posted on August 10, 2022August 10, 2022 By News Editor 1 Comment on Candidate Calandriello announces “Biking the 17th” to raise awareness for Cook County Forest Preserves
Candidate Calandriello announces “Biking the 17th” to raise awareness for Cook County Forest Preserves

Candidate Calandriello announces “Biking the 17th” to raise awareness for Cook County Forest Preserves Candidate for Cook County Board of Commissioner for the 17th District Daniel Calandriello announces “Biking the 17th” and hopes to raise awareness for Cook County Forest Preserve Democratic nominee for the 17th District of the Cook County Board of Commissioners Daniel…

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Pritzker push for Democratic National Convention could backfire

Posted on July 29, 2022July 29, 2022 By Ray Hanania 2 Comments on Pritzker push for Democratic National Convention could backfire
Pritzker push for Democratic National Convention could backfire

Pritzker push for Democratic National Convention could backfire Billionaire Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is pushing to bring the National Democratic Convention to Chicago to boost his chances to become president. So what entertainment can the convention offer delegates? in ChicagoStan Shootings. Carjackings. Gun violence. Anti-Police riots. By Ray Hanania Gov. J.B. Pritzker has so much…

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