Category: Features

The Jews of Lebanon, special “Deep Dive” series by the Arab News Newspaper

September 12, 2020September 12, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

The Jews of Lebanon, special “Deep Dive” series by the Arab News Newspaper A once-thriving community with roots dating back hundreds of years, they are now a silent and forgotten minority. The Arab News Newspaper, the Middle East’s leading English language publication, tracked down Lebanese Jews in the diaspora to talk to them about their memories…

Editors Pick, Features, news release, Releases, Religion

8,500 Cook County homeowners are owed automatic refund for tax overpayments

September 8, 2020September 8, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

8,500 Cook County homeowners are owed automatic refund for tax overpayments Pappas: Are you one of the 8,500 homeowners getting an automatic refund? Find out at CookCountyTreasurer.com More than 8,500 homeowners who overpaid their First Installment taxes are set to receive $12.8 million in refunds without filing an application, Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas said…

Chicago, Cook County, Features, Government, News, news release, Suburban Chicagoland, Taxes

Marie Newman will strive to bring activists and police together

September 5, 2020September 5, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Marie Newman will strive to bring activists and police together Marie Newman, who ousted Congressman Dan Lipinski from office in the Democratic Primary election last March, told a rally hosted by Arab Americans Friday that she will strive to bring police and activists together for the benefit of the community and to fight racism of all…

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3rd District Congressional Democrat Marie Newman feted by Arab Americans

August 31, 2020August 31, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

3rd District Congressional Democrat Marie Newman feted by Arab Americans Arab and Muslim Americans will organize a rally Sept. 4, Friday for Marie Newman who is the democratic nominee for U.S. Congress in the 3rd Congressional District. The event is hosted by the American Arab Chamber of Commerce and the American Palestinian Club By Ray Hanania…

Chicago, Cook County, elections, Events, Features, Federal, Government, News, Politics, Suburban Chicagoland

Zogby Poll shows Biden holds small but weak lead over Trump

August 31, 2020August 31, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Zogby Poll shows Biden holds small but weak lead over Trump New John Zogby Strategies/EMI Research Solutions Poll. Click here to get moe information A new poll of 1007 likely voters taken two days after the Republican National Convention reveals that former Vice President Joe Biden now leads President Donald Trump 48% to 42%, with…

elections, Features, General Topics, National, News, Politics, Technology

Annual SouthSide pitch extended to Sept. 2

August 21, 2020August 21, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Annual SouthSide pitch extended to Sept. 2 Calling all South Side business owners! This is your last chance to apply for this year’s small business competition, South Side Pitch. Are you interested in a chance to compete for a top prize of $8,000? Would you like to expose your business to potential customers throughout Chicago? If…

Business, Entertainment, Features, news release, Suburban Chicagoland, Television

Dist 230 Supt Dr. James M. Gay announces intent to retire

August 13, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Dist 230 Supt Dr. James M. Gay announces intent to retire District 230 Superintendent Dr. James M. Gay shared with staff on Monday his intent to retire at the end of the 2020-21 school year. Dr. Gay joined District 230 as Assistant Principal at Andrew High School and then was Principal there for four years. In…

Education, Features, Government, News, Orland Park, Releases

Taco Village in Des Plaines offers free face masks with purchases

June 29, 2020June 29, 2020 Ray Hanania No Comments

Taco Village in Des Plaines offers free face masks with purchases A restaurant in Des Plaines is giving away face masks to customers for use against the coronavirus. Taco Village owners Maria Marquez says many customers have saids they can’t get masks because of hoarding during the pandemic and wants to help the public be…