Category: Features

Mineshaft, a song to calm concerns in the Coronavirus Pandemic wake

April 8, 2020November 13, 2023 Aaron Hanania 1 Comment

Mineshaft, a song to calm concerns in the Coronavirus Pandemic wake Student musician releases new song, “Mineshaft” to encourage calm during Pandemic (Watch a video interview with Aaron Hanania below) College freshman, writer and musician, Aaron Hanania, has composed a song to help ease concerns the public has over the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. The music,…

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Maria Pappas launches animated Iguana and song to ease concerns of children during Coronavirus scare

April 1, 2020April 1, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Maria Pappas launches animated Iguana & song to ease concerns of children during Coronavirus scare Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas releases an online children’s video called “Me and My Iguana” to give children enjoyment during this frightening coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic. The video is online at www.MeAndMyIguana.com Chicago, IL — At a time when children may…

Chicago, Cook County, Education, Entertainment, Features, General Topics, Health, Humor, News, Orland Park, Regional Midwest, Suburban Chicagoland

Radio Show: Illinois prepares to celebrate April Arab Heritage month

March 13, 2020March 13, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Radio Show: Illinois prepares to celebrate April Arab Heritage month Media professional Warren David joins The Arab street Radio and podcast on WNZK AM 690 Radio Friday March 13, 2020 to discuss Arab American Heritage month activities in April, and the politics of Senator Bernie Sanders. By Ray Hanania Arab Americans will be pushing to…

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Replay Lincoln Park invites Shrek Fans to “Welcome to me Swamp” Pop-Up beginning March 13

March 5, 2020March 5, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Replay Lincoln Park invites Shrek Fans to “Welcome to me Swamp” Pop-Up beginning March 13 “Oh, and it is LOVELY. You know, you’re really quite a decorator. It’s amazing what you’ve done with such a modest budget. I like that boulder. That is a NICE boulder.” – Donkey As Smash Mouth says: “somebody once told…

Chicago, Entertainment, Features

I feel better just whining about it all

March 3, 2020March 3, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

I feel better just whining about it all A look at the increasing hassles of life for baby boomers as they move from technology to the grocery deli islands, handicapped parking spaces and cramped airline seats. Life isn’t easy so why shouldn’t we complain about it? By Ray Hanania I’m not sure why I am…

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Review: I’m Not a Comedian … I’m Lenny Bruce

February 19, 2020February 19, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Review: I’m Not a Comedian … I’m Lenny Bruce Lenny Bruce may be a name many people today don’t know but they should know him because his critical thinking is still very refreshing and relevant to today’s world. He was a satirist and standup comedian who got into trouble over the use of banned swear…

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O’Grady proposes using vacant Andrew land for popular Pioneers Football league

February 18, 2020February 18, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

O’Grady proposes using vacant Andrew land for popular Pioneers Football league Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady called on the Village of Orland Park, residents and local leaders to join in supporting a plan to convert land vacated by the Andrew Corporation to be used as fields for the popular Pioneer Football League. O’Grady noted that…

Cook County, Features, General Topics, Government, News, Orland Park, Politics, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland, Taxes

NIU Huskies to take on BYU at SeatGeek Stadium this Fall

February 12, 2020February 12, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

NIU Huskies to take on BYU at SeatGeek Stadium this Fall 2020 Huskie Chi-Town Showdown Set for Saturday, October 24 at Bridgeview’s SeatGeek Stadium. The Northern Illinois University Huskies will take on the BYU Cougars at SeatGeek Stadium in the 2020 Huskie Chi-Town Showdown on Saturday, October 24, NIU Associate Vice-President and Director of Athletics Sean…

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Disturbing use of racism to defend Kim Foxx in Smollett Fiasco

February 11, 2020July 12, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Disturbing use of racism to defend Kim Foxx in Smollett fiasco A special Prosecutor has determined that charges should be restored against Jussie Smollett who allegedly faked up a racist homophobic assault in order to build sympathy to bolster his sagging career. Smollett was given a pass when Cook County States Attorney Kim “The Fixx” Foxx…

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Former prescription drug addict challenges do-nothing Bobby Rush in March 17 Democratic primary

February 10, 2020February 15, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Former prescription drug addict challenges do-nothing Bobby Rush in March 17 Democratic primary University of Chicago Law student Sarah Gad says her own personal experiences from seven years ago involving prescription drug addiction has motivated her to understand the challenges facing many Illinois residents and to support pro bono legal work for those in need….

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Quad Cities Restaurant Week Entices Food Lovers

February 6, 2020February 6, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Quad Cities Restaurant Week Entices Food Lovers Culinary Expert, Amanda Puck, will be the Guest Speaker at a New Event called Quad Cities Restaurant Week to promote the many great restaurants in the Quad Cities area. The culinary celebration will be held Feb. 24 thru March 1 and showcase 40 Waud Cities eateries. Quad Cities…

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University of Chicago Law Student challenges Rush for Congress

February 6, 2020February 6, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

University of Chicago Law Student challenges Rush for Congress Law student Sarah Gad of the University of Chicago says her own personal experiences from seven years ago involving drug addiction has motivated her to understand the challenges facing many Illinois residents and to support pro bono legal work for those in need. Gad is an exemplary…

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“Unnecessary Farce” to bring laughter to Cicero audiences

February 5, 2020February 5, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

“Unnecessary Farce” to bring laughter to Cicero audiences The comedy “Unnecessary Farce” is one of the first performances in what will be a revitalized arts schedule at Jedlicka Performing Arts Center at Morton College in Cicero, a comedy about nefarious small-town shenanigans “Unnecessary Farce,” a comedy about nefarious small-town shenanigans, will kick off a new…

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The growing problem of cable TV

February 4, 2020February 4, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

The growing problem of cable TV Cable TV has lied to us and it is slowly strangling the American public, all for profit. We were told Cable Tv would be Ad Free. It’s not. We were told we would pay one fee for Cable TV and receive all of the programs. It’s not. The lies…

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Popular reality show Vanderpump Rules is reprehensible

February 2, 2020February 4, 2020 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Popular reality show Vanderpump Rules is reprehensible I really tried my best to watch the full 7 seasons of the Bravo Reality series Vanderpump Rules but it is so vicious and filled with backstabbing hatred that I just had to stop. The show that focuses on the lives of the employees who work at restaurants…

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Rep. Welch delivers keynote speech at Cicero MLK commemoration

January 16, 2020January 16, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Rep. Welch delivers keynote speech at Cicero MLK commemoration The Town of Cicero hosted a commemoration honoring the legacy and life of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., one of the few Chicagoland suburbs that does more than just see Dr. King as a holiday day-off. State Rep. Emanuel Chris Welch, of the 7th House…

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Elitist theatrical performance “Hamilton” finally closes

January 9, 2020January 9, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Elitist theatrical performance “Hamilton” finally closes The theatrical play “Hamilton” has been more about politics than it has about either historical accuracy of even honesty. From the start, it was used as a political weapon against President Donald Trump imposing itself on the American conscience with the biased backing of the mainstream American news media….

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Terry Jones disrupted Travel Industry, now he advises others on surviving disruption

January 7, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Terry Jones disrupted Travel Industry, now he advises others on surviving disruption Former founder of Travelocity.com and co-founder of Kayak.com Terry Jones helped redefine the travel industry and is now advising others on surviving disruption in his new book “Disruption OFF: The Technological Disruption Coming for Your Company and What to Do About It” When…