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ComEd brings energy efficiency to Illinois Consumers

June 28, 2017September 25, 2018 Press ReleaseChicago No Comments

ComEd brings Energy Efficiency to Illinois Consumers ComEd and Illinois Clean Job Coalition Celebrate $2.5 Billion in Customer Savings; Future Energy Jobs Act Expands Energy Efficiency Programs and Savings ComEd’s Energy Efficiency Program has excelled to new heights. To date, ComEd customers have saved a record-breaking $2.5 billion through energy efficiency programs and will save…

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Marie Newman announces candidacy for 3rd Congressional District

June 28, 2017January 9, 2019 Press ReleaseChicago No Comments

Marie Newman announces candidacy for 3rd Congressional District Move Forward With A Strong, Collaborative Voice Representing the 3rd District In today’s highly charged political climate, there is a critical need to push forward. This means creating a world that is accepting, efficient, and works for everyone. Sadly, overgrown bureaucracy has dominated politics, preventing us from…

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Bridgeview Food Pantry helps many

June 28, 2017June 28, 2017 Steve Metsch No Comments

Bridgeview Food Pantry helps many Staffed by volunteers, held in community center By Steve Metsch For members of the Oak Lawn Community Church and other volunteers, Wednesday is always a special day. That’s the day they spend hours making sure there’s plenty of food available for their clients, some making a monthly visit, some making…

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Troopathon to send care packages to our troops overseas

June 28, 2017June 28, 2017 Ray Hanania No Comments

Troopathon to send care packages to our troops overseas 10th Annual Fundraiser Partners Join Pro-Troop Movie Stars, Athletes, Musicians, Radio and TV Personalities Move America Forward, the nation’s largest pro-troop grassroots organization, announces their 10th star-studded live fundraiser that sends care packages to American troops deployed in war zones overseas.Troopathon is proud to partner with NewsMaxTV, Wounded Warriors and Rogers Family Coffee to…

Events, News, Veterans

Owners of Remodeled Cicero Bar Commend Restore Construction

June 21, 2017June 21, 2017 Ray Hanania No Comments

Owners of Remodeled Cicero Bar Commend Restore Construction By Staff Contributors, News Wire The owners of a 100-year old bar that had been a center of nightlife in the Town of Cicero until it was damaged by fire last year indicated that Restore Construction not only saved their building but also gave their future new…

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Performances announced for 2nd annual Chicago Open Air Fest July 14 – 16

June 20, 2017August 20, 2019 Ray Hanania No Comments

Performances announced for 2nd annual Chicago Open Air Fest July 14 – 16 Featuring KISS, Ozzy Osbourne, Korn & More, ReverbNation Battle Of The Bands Contest Is Now Open, Allowing One Unsigned Band To Take The Festival Stage, Loudwire Premieres New Installment In “The Vikings Are Coming!” Animated Video Series Performance times have been announced for the 40-plus bands…

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Movement to bring peace comes to Chicagoland July 2

June 20, 2017June 20, 2017 Ray Hanania No Comments

Movement to bring peace comes to Chicagoland July 2 By Frank Aguilar (contributing writer) Mario Nieves was 28 when he set out on his motorcycle in 1977 to carry a message of peace, brotherhood and respect traveling through 23 nations including in North and South America, Europe and the Middle East. Now, 40 years later,…

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Liberty Run, Music, Swimming & Fireworks highlight Orland Park July 4th Festivities

June 19, 2017September 28, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

Liberty Run, Music, Swimming & Fireworks highlight Orland Park July 4th Festivities The Village of Orland Park will host a number of events to celebrate America’s birthday. “Orland Park coming together as a community to celebrate America’s birthday is a longstanding part of the village’s history,” said Mayor Keith Pekau. “Those of us who grew…

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DuPage accuses Muslim woman of forging election petitions

June 15, 2017November 9, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

DuPage accuses Muslim woman of forging election petitions Lisle Woman Accused of Forging Petitions for Seat on COD Board of Trustees DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert B. Berlin announced today that Rafath Waheed, 61 (d.o.b. 7/21/1955) of 6193 Hickory Drive, Lisle, has been charged with submitting forged petitions to earn a seat on the College…

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Joliet man who killed mother pleads guilty to murder

June 15, 2017June 15, 2017 Ray Hanania No Comments

Joliet man who killed mother pleads guilty to murder Will County State’s Attorney James Glasgow announces that a Joliet man who choked his mother to death and dumped her body in the Des Plaines River near the Brandon Road Lock and Dam pleaded guilty Monday just as jury selection for his trial was scheduled to…

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Stash of fireworks confiscated at Lemont Township home

June 15, 2017June 15, 2017 Ray Hanania No Comments

Stash of fireworks confiscated at Lemont Township home Thousands of pounds of fireworks recovered by Cook County Sheriff’s Police at Lemont Township residence More than 4,000 pounds of fireworks and materials to create fireworks were recovered at a residence in unincorporated Lemont, Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart announced Wednesday, June 14, 2017. At approximately…

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Activist Mark Allen launches new internet radio show

June 14, 2017January 9, 2019 Ray Hanania No Comments

Activist Mark Allen launches new internet radio show The New Mark Allen Internet Talk Show ‘HEAR MY VOICE’ Broadcasts LIVE on Wednesday June 14th @ 1:00 PM (CST) on URBAN BROADCAST MEDIA NETWORK www.urbanbroadcastmedia.com ‘HEAR MY VOICE’ is now the title of a new commentary and talk show to be heard locally and nationally and…

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O’Neill comedy “Ah, Wilderness” opens June 17 at Goodman Theater

June 13, 2017 Ray Hanania No Comments

Eugene O’Neill’s comedy “Ah, Wilderness” opens June 17 at Goodman Theater AH, WILDERNESS!, EUGENE O’NEILL’S “WELCOME DOSE OF LOVE AND LAUGHTER” (LA TIMES), BEGINS SATURDAY, JUNE 17. STEVE SCOTT DIRECTS THE RARELY-PRODUCED COMING-OF-AGE COMEDY WITH A CAST OF CHICAGO FAVORITES, AND NIALL CUNNINGHAM AND AYSSETTE MUÑOZ AS THE LOVE-STRUCK YOUNG COUPLE. Experience the fireworks of love—first…

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State police investigating traffic stop shooting

June 10, 2017 Ray Hanania No Comments

Illinois State Police investigating traffic stop shooting The Illinois State Police released the following press release in the wake of a shooting that took place near the intersection of 8000 West Ogden Avenue in Lyons, Illinois: Illinois State Police involved in shooting outside of Chicago Illinois State Police (ISP) officials are investigating an officer involved…

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Noise woes grow in Bedford Park

June 8, 2017September 28, 2018 Steve Metsch No Comments

Noise woes grow in Bedford Park Hotel officials blame railroad yard, not Midway Airport By Steve Metsch Citing concerns over increased noise from a nearby railyard, the company that owns several hotels near Midway Airport is seeking financial help from the village of Bedford Park. Mark Weglarz, of The Weglarz Company, spoke about the problem during…

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Countryside offers free music

June 8, 2017September 28, 2018 Steve Metsch No Comments

Countryside offers free music Summer concert series starts tonight By Steve Metsch Countryside will provide a diverse soundtrack for this summer with a series of free concerts through August. The “Countryside All Stars” summer concert series will be in Countryside Park on 61st Street, a half-block east of Brainard Avenue. Opening acts start at 6…

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Argo High chess team “phenomenal”

June 8, 2017June 10, 2017 Steve Metsch No Comments

Argo High chess team “phenomenal” Boys team enjoys best season in school history By Steve Metsch If you run into a member of the Argo Community High School chess team this summer and he challenges you to a game, it’s probably not a good idea to test your luck. Chances are you won’t last long…

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Only one Illinois restaurant makes national Outdoor dining list

June 8, 2017September 28, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

Only one Illinois restaurant makes national Outdoor dining list Wheaton’s Adelle’s Restaurant is the only restaurant in Illinois that made Open Table’s annual list of best Al Fresco (outdoor) dining establishments for 2017. Adelle’s is a stylish, comfortable atmosphere featuring the large comfortable bar, warm copper accented decor & two cozy fireplaces. Located in the…

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