Category: Features

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…

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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….