Category: News

Cicero Police urge St. Pat’s Day celebrants to avoid drinking and driving

March 7, 2018March 7, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

Cicero Police urge St. Pat’s Day celebrants to use caution Recognizing that public celebrations often involve drinking, Cicero Police Department officials urged residents to be responsible when consuming alcohol while celebrating during festivals and holidays. Noting that several holidays often showcase alcohol consumption, Cicero Police officials said they will conduct special patrols including, for example,…

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Early voting now open to Illinois residents

March 5, 2018March 17, 2019 Ray Hanania No Comments

Early voting now open to Illinois residents For or the March 20, 2018 Gubernatorial Primary Election, traditional Early Voting will take place March 5-19. Early Voting locations and hours can be found here. While some calendars suggest that the Early Voting period in Illinois may begin as early as February 8 ballots will not be available by…

elections, Government, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Fake car-jacking with child report made to get faster police response

March 4, 2018March 4, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

Fake car-jacking with child report made to get faster police response Vehicle owner and friend charged in false car-jacking report Saturday (Car-Jacking suspect, Chicago, Mugshots: Male: Jeremy L. Ingram, DOB Nov 19, 1992, and female: Zada Williams DOB Jan. 1, 1997) Two Chicago residents were charged Sunday with making false car-jacking and child abduction claims…

breaking news, Chicago, Crime, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Culver’s to help family of Cmdr. Bauer

March 1, 2018March 1, 2018 Steve Metsch No Comments

Culver’s to help family of Cmdr. Bauer Six locations to donate some of today’s proceeds By Steve Metsch The Culver’s restaurant in Lyons – along with five others owned by Guy Hollis – figure to be very busy Thursday evening. That’s because from 4 to 8 p.m., 15 percent of sales will be donated to…

News, Suburban Chicagoland

House Democrats Pass Sweeping Gun Safety Measures, Answering Nationwide Call from Student Activists

March 1, 2018March 1, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

House Democrats pass sweeping Gun Safety Measures, answering nationwide call from student activists Responding to a nationwide call from students and parents for immediate action on gun safety in the wake of another tragic mass shooting, Illinois House Democrats passed critical legislation reducing access to assault rifles, banning the sale of ‘bump stock’ modifications, and…

breaking news, Chicago, Government, National, News, Police, Politics, Suburban Chicagoland

Adult entertainment growing with women, Pornhub says

February 23, 2018February 23, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

Adult entertainment growing with women, Pornhub says Pornhub announces new ‘Popular with Women’ category featuring Videos women most often watch and favorite. As the number of women enjoying Adult Content increases, leading Adult Entertainment Platform unveils specific category that automatically curates content growing specific interests Demographics Pornhub, the premiere online destination for adult entertainment, today announced the official launch of…

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Liz Gorman named as new Illinois Tollway director

February 22, 2018September 25, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

Liz Gorman named as new Illinois Tollway director Former Cook County Commissioner Elizabeth “Liz” Doody Gorman was appointed by Governor Bruce Rauner Thursday (Feb. 22, 2018) as the new executive director of the Illinois State Toll Highway Authority (ISTHA), replacing Greg Bedalov who Rauner appointed in 2015. Bedalov will move to the Illinois Sports Facility…

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Lipinski and Newman square off

February 22, 2018February 23, 2018 Steve Metsch No Comments

Lipinski and Newman square off Democratic hopefuls in 3rd House meet at MVCC By Steve Metsch The two candidates seeking the Democratic nomination – and barring a miracle – the next two-year term in Congress representing the 3rd House District, went toe-to-toe for about an hour Wednesday night. A political forum, not a debate, hosted…

News, Politics, Suburban Chicagoland

Car fire at Orland Park Mall damages nearby vehicles

February 22, 2018February 24, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

Car fire at Orland Park Mall damages nearby vehicles A vehicle fire at Orland Square Mall caused damage to three other vehicles Wednesday night, Feb. 21, 2018. Orland Firefighters were called to the Orland Square Mall to the lower-level Sears parking lot at about 8:30 pm following a report of a vehicle on fire. Firefighters…

Crime, Fire, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Hybrid medical center proposed in Lyons

February 21, 2018September 25, 2018 Steve Metsch No Comments

Hybrid medical center proposed in Lyons Site on Ogden Avenue would serve veterans and general public By Steve Metsch Vacant land where a longtime restaurant once stood in Lyons won’t remain empty very long if a podiatrist’s plan takes shape. And, if things work out, nor will the land across the street where the village…

Health, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Race heats up for 24th House

February 21, 2018February 24, 2018 Steve Metsch No Comments

Race heat up for 24th House Incumbent, challenger field questions in Lyons forum By Steve Metsch A wide range of issues were discussed during a 90-minute candidate forum Monday night for the Illinois House 24th District held at the Lyons Village Hall. Incumbent Lisa Hernandez and challenger Robert Reyes both seek the Democratic nomination in…

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State honors Bridgeview man twice

February 21, 2018September 25, 2018 Steve Metsch No Comments

State honors Bridgeview man twice Randy Carben gets awards from fire marshal’s office By Steve Metsch Bridgeview resident Randy Carben has been honored twice in the past year by the Illinois Fire Marshal’s office. Carben, 57, has lived in the village more than 30 years, and is a part-time police officer for Bridgeview, too. But…

Features, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Township of Lyons approves grants

February 21, 2018February 23, 2018 Steve Metsch No Comments

Township of Lyons approves grants Little League, Argo High, La Grange Pet Parade among beneficiaries By Steve Metsch The latest meeting of the Township of Lyons saw several sponsorships and grants being awarded by the board. Each of the following was approved by unanimous 5-0 votes. The township approved a $650 sponsorship with the Lyons…

Government, News, Suburban Chicagoland

One week into Lent, sweet reminder

February 21, 2018September 25, 2018 Steve Metsch No Comments

One week into Lent, sweet reminder Paczki Day was very popular in Chicago and the suburbs By Steve Metsch Visiting a bakery at 6 a.m. is not something Carlos Medina ordinarily does. But Feb. 13 was no ordinary day. “It’s Fat Tuesday. It’s to celebrate the start of Lent,” Medina said as he stood in…

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Fioretti reaches out to suburban voters

February 20, 2018September 25, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

Fioretti reaches out to suburban voters Bob Fioretti, candidate for Cook County Board president, will hold a fundraiser and meet-and-greet with residents of the suburbs on Tuesday Feb. 27, 2018. The reception will be held from 7 pm until 9 pm at the Brookfield Ale House 8900 Fairview in Brookfield, Illinois. Fioretti was an outspoken…

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Green Party blasts County Clerk David Orr for impeding Water Reclamation District election

February 20, 2018 Ray Hanania 2 Comments

Green Party blasts County Clerk David Orr for impeding Water Reclamation District election COOK COUNTY’S SECRET PRIMARY ELECTION There’s an office on March 20th ballots with no candidates listed—and election authorities aren’t trying to inform anyone about it. [Correction: This release was distributed by the Illinois Green Party not the Illinois GOP Republican Party. It lacked…

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League of Women Voters hosts 4th Congressional Dist forum Feb. 26

February 20, 2018April 13, 2019 Ray Hanania No Comments

League of Women Voters hosts 4th Congressional Dist forum Feb. 26 The League of Women Voters will host a forum for voters in the Illinois 4th Congressional District Candidate featuring candidates in the March 20, 2018 Democratic Primary election. All three candidates have been invited and two have so far confirmed, Richard Gonzalez and Sol Flores….

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Goodman Theater features Henrik Ibsen’s play, “An Enemy of the People”

February 19, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

Goodman Theater features Henrik Ibsen’s play, “An Enemy of the People” ROBERT FALLS DIRECTS A NEW ADAPTATION OF AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE, HENRIK IBSEN’S TIMELESS MASTERPIECE, APPEARING MARCH 10 – APRIL 15 AT GOODMAN THEATRE ***PHILIP EARL JOHNSON AND SCOTT JAECK LEAD THE 14-MEMBER CAST ALONG WITH CHICAGO FAVORITES DAVID DARLOW, ALLEN GILMORE, LARRY NEUMANN, JR.,…

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