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Hastings pleased to see more than $700,000 in grants awarded to local hotels

September 13, 2023September 13, 2023 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Hastings pleased to see more than $700,000 in grants awarded to local hotels Nine hotels in the 19th District are set to receive more than $700,000 in Back to Business grants, thanks to State Senator Michael E. Hastings. “Our hospitality industry helps generate revenue and contribute to the economic and social development of our communities,”…

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Cicero celebrates Mexican Independence with festivities and parade

September 13, 2023September 13, 2023 News Editor 1 Comment

Cicero celebrates Mexican Independence with festivities and parade Cicero, IL — More than 25,000 people are expected to attend the celebration of Mexican Independence and El Grito this weekend in the Town of Cicero. The annual Cicero celebration, which begins Thursday, Sept. 14, will feature an array of popular Hispanic entertainment, a wide range of…

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Ray Lopez leads and champions rights of Chicago residents

September 13, 2023September 13, 2023 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Ray Lopez leads and champions rights of Chicago residents Statement on Mayor Johnson’s Next Steps with the City’s Migrant Crisis Today, I and many of my City Council colleagues attended a briefing about the ever-growing border crisis that has reached a boiling point in our neighborhoods. Mayor Johnson and I share the belief that avoiding…

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Hastings reminds residents to make a plan during National Preparedness Month

September 11, 2023September 13, 2023 News Editor No Comments

Hastings reminds residents to make a plan during National Preparedness Month State Senator Michael E. Hastings is reminding residents across the 19th District to take the time to discuss and implement readiness plans during National Preparedness Month. “Setting aside time to plan ahead and create readiness plans can make all the difference in saving the…

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SeatGeek features competition between Club Deportivo Guadalajara and Club Leon on Saturday Sept. 9

September 8, 2023September 8, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

SeatGeek features competition between Club Deportivo Guadalajara and Club Leon on Saturday Sept. 9 PRIMETIME Sports proudly announced today that Tour Rebaño’s international friendly between Liga MX giant Club Deportivo Guadalajara and Club León is sold out. The game will take place on Saturday, September 9th at 6:00 p.m. at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois. Chivas…

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Mayor Chris Getty and Village officials celebrate opening of Strive Fitness

September 1, 2023September 8, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Mayor Chris Getty and Village officials celebrate opening of Strive Fitness Village representatives, led by Mayor Chris Getty, met at 7905 Ogden Avenue on Friday Sept. 1 for the grand opening of Strive Fitness. Strive is a family-owned and operated fitness company that operates out of 3 studio locations including Riverside, La Grange Park, and…

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Orland Fire Protection District receives the nation’s highest accreditation honor

September 1, 2023September 1, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Fire Protection District receives the nation’s highest accreditation honor The Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD) Wednesday was awarded “International Accredited Agency” status, the highest possible rating for effectiveness as a firefighting agency, presented by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) and the Center for Public Safety Excellence, Inc. (CPSE). The “Accredited Agency” status…

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Ali Center announces 2023 Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Award recipients

August 30, 2023August 30, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Ali Center announces 2023 Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Award recipients Awardees include KIND Bars CEO, Innocence Project co-founder, LMPD Offiers, HollyRod Foundation The 10th annual Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards will take place Saturday, November 4, and boasts another esteemed panel of honorees. The Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Awards are the Center’s largest annual fundraiser and incorporate two…

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