Category: Health

Northwestern Medicine Opens $15 Million Center Expanding Advanced Gastrointestinal Care to Suburban Chicago

April 30, 2026April 30, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Northwestern Medicine Opens $15 Million Center Expanding Advanced Gastrointestinal Care to Suburban Chicago The Center for Advanced Endoscopy offers some of the most advanced endoscopic procedures available in the United States Northwestern Medicine is expanding access to highly specialized digestive health services with the opening of the new Center for Advanced Endoscopy at Northwestern Medicine Central…

Health, News, NewsWire

Northwestern Medicine Volunteers Provide Compassion and Service, Impacting the Lives of those who Give and Receive Care

April 16, 2026April 16, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Northwestern Medicine Volunteers Provide Compassion and Service, Impacting the Lives of those who Give and Receive Care For National Volunteers Week, Northwestern Medicine Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital Celebrates its Volunteers, Aims to Expand its Volunteer Network For 50 years, National Volunteer Week, held during the third week of April, has recognized the generosity and tireless dedication…

Health, News, NewsWire

Lipinski and Hanania debate, discuss Trump War on Iran, abandoning Ukraine, misunderstanding Birthright and 14th Amendment

April 4, 2026April 4, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Lipinski and Hanania debate, discuss Trump War on Iran, abandoning Ukraine, misunderstanding Birthright and 14th Amendment Two Guys on Politics podcasters Ray Hanania and Bill Lipinski discussed President Trump’s speech on the Iran war, expressing disappointment with its lack of new information and strategic direction. They debated the merits and concerns of the ongoing Iran…

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Chicago Passes Medicare for All Resolution

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago Passes Medicare for All Resolution WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Wednesday March 18, 2026, the Chicago City Council passed a resolution calling on Congress to pass Medicare for All. The resolution, introduced by Alderwoman Ruth Cruz (Ward 30), expresses support for H.R. 3069, led by U.S. Representatives Pramila Jayapal (D-WA-7) and Debbie Dingell (D-MI-6), and…

Chicago, Federal, Government, Health, News, NewsWire

Orland Park Sportsplex Annual Family Health Fair Returns March 14

March 13, 2026March 13, 2026 News Editor No Comments

Orland Park Sportsplex Annual Family Health Fair Returns March 14 Orland Park, IL (March 13, 2026) – The Village of Orland Park Recreation & Parks Department will hold its annual Family Health Fair on Saturday, March 14 from 9 a.m. until noon at the Village of Orland Park Sportsplex, 11351 West 159th Street. Topics will…

Events, Health, News, NewsWire, Orland Park

Statement from John Harrell Candidate for the 8th Illinois House District In the March 17, 2026 Democratic Primary election

March 5, 2026March 5, 2026 News Editor No Comments

Statement from John Harrell Candidate for the 8th Illinois House District in the March 17, 2026 Democratic Primary election Voters in the 8th District face many challenges and issues that need to be addressed and that are at stake in this election. One of the most important is curtailing rising property taxes. They need to…

elections, Health, Illinois Legislature, News, NewsWire, Politics, Taxes

OFPD to co-sponsor blood drive March 21 with Vitalant at Orland Library

March 4, 2026March 4, 2026 News Editor No Comments

OFPD to co-sponsor blood drive March 21 with Vitalant at Orland Library Orland Park, IL — The Orland Fire Protection District will host a blood drive with Vitalant Blood Donor Center at the Orland Park Public Library, 14921 Ravinia Avenue, Orland Park, on March 21, 2026. The event will be held from 10 AM to…

Fire, Health, News, NewsWire, Orland Fire Protection District

Hastings introduces legislation to strengthen cannabis safety and prevent child access

January 28, 2026January 28, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Hastings introduces legislation to strengthen cannabis safety and prevent child access State Senator Michael E. Hastings introduced Senate Bill 2866, legislation designed to strengthen safety requirements for cannabis products and reduce the risk of accidental ingestion by children. “While cannabis is legal for adult use in Illinois, we must continue to take responsible steps to…

Health, Illinois Legislature, Michael Hastings, News, NewsWire

Congressional Candidate, Donna Miller, Receives Endorsement from Elect Democratic Women

January 20, 2026January 20, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Congressional Candidate, Donna Miller, Receives Endorsement from Elect Democratic Women Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller, who is running to represent the 2nd Congressional District, is proud to receive the endorsement of Elect Democratic Women. This political action committee is made up of current members of Congress who know the leadership qualities needed to serve the…

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Congressional Candidate Niki Conforti Calls for Healthcare Reform After 17 Republicans Vote to Extend ACA Subsidies

January 13, 2026January 13, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Congressional Candidate Niki Conforti Calls for Healthcare Reform After 17 Republicans Vote to Extend ACA Subsidies As Americans watch their healthcare costs go up, it is imperative for Congress to find a meaningful and lasting solution to the nation’s healthcare crisis. Restoring subsidies for Obamacare is not a solution. It perpetuates a broken system that…

Federal, General Topics, Health, News, NewsWire, Politics

Hastings secures $250,000 grant for Easterseals Academy’s Tinley Park campus

October 22, 2025October 22, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Hastings secures $250,000 grant for Easterseals Academy’s Tinley Park campus During a visit to the Easterseals Academy Tinley Park campus, State Senator Michael E. Hastings announced the allocation of a $250,000 state grant to help fund critical roof repairs at the school, which serves children with autism and other disabilities. “Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater…

Health, Michael Hastings, News, NewsWire, Tinley Park

Hastings announces $250,000 state grant for cancer treatment technology at Franciscan Health Olympia Fields

October 14, 2025October 14, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Hastings announces $250,000 state grant for cancer treatment technology at Franciscan Health Olympia Fields OLYMPIA FIELDS — State Senator Michael E. Hastings toured the cancer treatment center at Franciscan Health Olympia Fields on Monday, meeting with doctors, nurses and staff before announcing a $250,000 state capital improvement grant to support the purchase of a state-of-the-art…

Health, Illinois Legislature, Michael Hastings, News, NewsWire

Popcorn with a purpose: Emagine Theatres brings back Pink Caramel Corn to support Pink Fund during Breast Cancer Awareness Month

September 29, 2025September 29, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Popcorn with a purpose: Emagine Theatres brings back Pink Caramel Corn to support Pink Fund during Breast Cancer Awareness Month Proceeds Help Provide Critical Financial Support To Breast Cancer Patients. Pink Popcorn is available for a limited time only at Emagine Theatres starting October 1, 2025 This October, Emagine Entertainment will once again be turning…

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Orland Fire hosts Coffee & Conversation on individual fatigue and personal health

August 28, 2025August 28, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Fire hosts Coffee & Conversation on individual fatigue and personal health Orland Park, IL – The Orland Fire Protection District will host its monthly Coffee & Conversation for the public on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025, featuring two speakers who will address individual fatigue and how to empower your personal health and activism. Residents of…

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Man Sentenced to a Year and a Half in Federal Prison for Covid-Relief Fraud

August 28, 2025August 28, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Man Sentenced to a Year and a Half in Federal Prison for Covid-Relief Fraud A federal judge in Chicago has sentenced a man to a year and half in prison for scheming to fraudulently obtain nearly $2 million in small business loans under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. In 2020, Samuel…

Crime, Health, Law, News, NewsWire, U.S. Attorney

United States Attorney’s Office in Chicago Creates New Section to Prosecute Criminal Healthcare Fraud Violations

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

United States Attorney’s Office in Chicago Creates New Section to Prosecute Criminal Healthcare Fraud Violations Andrew S. Boutros, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois, today announced publicly the creation of a new section within the Office’s Criminal Division dedicated to the prosecution of healthcare fraud, which is among the Department of Justice’s…

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Northwestern Medicine Hospitals Recognized by U.S. News & World Report in Annual Best Hospital Rankings

July 29, 2025July 29, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Northwestern Medicine Hospitals Recognized by U.S. News & World Report in Annual Best Hospital Rankings Northwestern Medicine hospitals have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report annual Best Hospital rankings. For the 14th consecutive year, Northwestern Memorial Hospital has been named to the Best Hospital Honor Roll. Additionally, Northwestern Memorial Hospital is the only Illinois…

Baby Boomers, Chicago, Health, News, Seniors

MWRD Vice President Theresa Flynn Honors Duggan Sisters at Women’s History Month Celebration

March 28, 2025March 28, 2025 News Editor No Comments

MWRD Vice President Theresa Flynn Honors Duggan Sisters at Women’s History Month Celebration MWRD Vice President Patricia Theresa Flynn with The Duggan Sisters (Mary, Annie, and Clare) The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) celebrated Women’s History Month with a special event on March 27 recognizing women making strides in public safety, cybersecurity,…

Events, Government, Health, News, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland, women