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US Rep. Kelly leads Tri-Caucus in urging White House, Congressional Leaders on Medicaid priorities

April 18, 2022April 18, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

US Rep. Kelly leads Tri-Caucus in urging White House, Congressional Leaders on Medicaid priorities The lawmakers are requesting four Medicaid priorities be included in the next economic reconciliation package. Congresswoman Robin L. Kelly (D-IL) on Monday (April 18, 2022) sent a letter on behalf of the Congressional Tri-Caucus (the Congressional Black Caucus, the Congressional Hispanic Caucus,…

Baby Boomers, Cook County, Federal, News, Seniors, Suburban Chicagoland

Chicago Wolves Magic Number drops to 1 in big rally win over Texas Stars

April 16, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago Wolves Magic Number drops to 1 in big rally win over Texas Stars Chicago falls behind 2-0, but Smallman’s late goal caps big rally for win Center Spencer Smallman scored with five minutes left to cap a fierce rally and give the Chicago Wolves a 4-3 victory over the Texas Stars Friday night at…

Chicago, Cook County, DuPage, Entertainment, News, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland

Orland Township Hosting Medical Supply Drive for Ukraine

April 16, 2022April 16, 2022 News Editor No Comments

Orland Township Hosting Medical Supply Drive for Ukraine In partnership with Saints Peter and Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Orland Township will be holding a medical supplies drive for Ukraine at the end of April. With the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, Orland Township has partnered with Saints Peter and Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church, located at…

Government, News, Orland Park, Orland Township, Suburban Chicagoland, Ukraine

Orland Township Celebrates Older Americans Month

April 16, 2022April 16, 2022 News Editor No Comments

Orland Township Celebrates Older Americans Month Kick off the celebrations with the Township’s first ever Senior Block Party. Orland Township invites local seniors to take part in the month-long celebration of Older Americans Month. Older adults play vital, positive roles in our communities – as family members, friends, mentors, volunteers, civic leaders, members of the…

Baby Boomers, Features, Government, News, Orland Park, Orland Township, Seniors, Suburban Chicagoland

Sheriff Dart, State Lawmakers Applaud Federal Rule on Ghost Guns

April 11, 2022April 11, 2022 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Sheriff Dart, State Lawmakers Applaud Federal Rule on Ghost Guns Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart commended the federal government for working to tighten restrictions on untraceable ‘ghost guns’ that evade background checks and are increasingly showing up on the streets of Chicago. The federal move comes after state lawmakers approved legislation Saturday pushed by…

Cook County, Crime, News

Chicago Alderman Raymond Lopez announces for Chicago mayor

April 11, 2022April 11, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago Alderman Raymond Lopez announces for Chicago mayor Ald. Raymond Lopez who has led the fight against Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s continued failures to reduce crime and her negative policies that have undermined the Chicago Police Department, announced his candidacy for Mayor of Chicago on Wednesday April 6, 2022. Lopez is the only Hispanic weho has…

Baby Boomers, Chicago, Crime, Education, elections, Government, News, Police, Politics

Sheriff Dart Announces Anti-Carjacking Legislation

April 6, 2022April 6, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Sheriff Dart Announces Anti-Carjacking Legislation Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart announced legislation today requiring auto manufacturers to create a 24/7 recovery hotline to help law enforcement quickly track stolen vehicles. The inability for law enforcement to access tracking information in real time after a carjacking makes it difficult to catch offenders and prevent the…

Cook County, Crime, Government, Law, News, Police, Suburban Chicagoland

Lyons hosts fundraiser for judicial candidates Raines-Welch and Kantas April 28

April 5, 2022April 5, 2022 Ray Hanania No Comments

Lyons hosts fundraiser for judicial candidates Raines-Welch and Kantas April 28 The Lyons Township Democratic Organization will host a fundraiser and rally for two Democratic candidates running in the June 28 Primary election for two judicial positions in the 4th Cook County SubCircuit. Nick Kantas and ShawnTe Raines-welch will be honored at a fundraiser April…