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Hyundai and AAA Insurers Collaborate to Offer Insurance Options for Customers Affected by Method of Theft Popularized on TikTok

Posted on April 14, 2023April 14, 2023 By News Editor 1 Comment on Hyundai and AAA Insurers Collaborate to Offer Insurance Options for Customers Affected by Method of Theft Popularized on TikTok
Hyundai and AAA Insurers Collaborate to Offer Insurance Options for Customers Affected by Method of Theft Popularized on TikTok

Hyundai and AAA Insurers Collaborate to Offer Insurance Options for Customers Affected by Method of Theft Popularized on TikTok AAA Insurers to Offer Insurance Coverage Options for Affected Hyundai Customers. Hyundai Expedites Free Software Upgrade Availability. Hyundai Announces Steering Wheel Locks Distribution and Reimbursement Program Hyundai Motor America and independently operated AAA insurers today announced…

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Help for fathers now available at Little Free Libraries

Posted on April 14, 2023April 14, 2023 By News Editor No Comments on Help for fathers now available at Little Free Libraries
Help for fathers now available at Little Free Libraries

Help for fathers now available at Little Free Libraries Three books providing practical information and encouragement for single and divorced fathers are now turning up in Little Free Library locations around Chicago. Attorney Jeffery M. Leving, a trailblazer in helping fathers stay involved with their children after a divorce or breakup with the mother, is…

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Cicero to host Arts & Crafts Fair in May, vendor applications  are now available

Posted on April 14, 2023April 14, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cicero to host Arts & Crafts Fair in May, vendor applications  are now available
Cicero to host Arts & Crafts Fair in May, vendor applications  are now available

Cicero to host Arts & Crafts Fair in May, vendor applications  are now available Cicero accepting applications through May 5 for arts and craft fair vendors. The fair will be held during two weekends on May 19 and 20, and May 26 and 27 Click here to download the Application Town President Larry Dominick announced this…

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Chicago Fire will face Chicago House in the Lamar Open Cup April 26

Posted on April 12, 2023April 12, 2023 By News Editor No Comments on Chicago Fire will face Chicago House in the Lamar Open Cup April 26
Chicago Fire will face Chicago House in the Lamar Open Cup April 26

Chicago Fire will face Chicago House in the Lamar Open Cup April 26 CHICAGO (April 11, 2023) – Chicago Fire FC will face Chicago House AC in the third round of the 2023 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup at 7 p.m. CT on Wednesday, April 26 at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Ill. Broadcast information will…

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Stagg High school Charger receives 1st place in translation competition

Posted on April 12, 2023April 12, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Stagg High school Charger receives 1st place in translation competition
Stagg High school Charger receives 1st place in translation competition

Stagg High school Charger receives 1st place in translation competition Amos Alonzo Stagg High School senior Iza Lepkowski received first place in the Polish-English division of the 2022-23 Illinois High School Translation Competition hosted by the European Union Center at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. Forty-three students from 24 schools in Illinois participated in the…

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Orland Park Sting FC announces Spring sessions

Posted on April 11, 2023April 11, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Park Sting FC announces Spring sessions
Orland Park Sting FC announces Spring sessions

Orland Park Sting FC announces Spring sessions Orland Park Sting FC is VERY EXCITED to announce that we will be hosting a Spring Session of our LIL STINGERZ and STING UNIVERSITY Programs! Program information can be found below. Registration is NOW OPEN for the SPRING Session of our LIL STINGERZ Program – Registration Closes April…

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Orland Fire Protection District Fire Commission administers promotions

Posted on April 7, 2023April 11, 2023 By News Editor No Comments on Orland Fire Protection District Fire Commission administers promotions
Orland Fire Protection District Fire Commission administers promotions

Orland Fire Protection District Fire Commission administers promotions The Orland Fire Protection District administered the Oaths of Office in the promotion of two firefighters on Thursday April 6, 2023 at the OFPD administrative building. Fire Commission member Beth Damas Kaspar administered The Engineer Oath of Office to Firefighters Justin Dublin and Zach Zweizig. Araceli Dublin,…

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Brandon Johnson owes thousands in unpaid bills

Posted on April 1, 2023April 1, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Brandon Johnson owes thousands in unpaid bills
Brandon Johnson owes thousands in unpaid bills

Brandon Johnson owes thousands in unpaid bills Johnson’s Financial Mismanagement Under Fire After Water Bills Scandal. Ethics Concerns Also Rise After Revelations That Candidate Was Fined Almost $18K For Election Law Violations, Sued For Unpaid Credit Card Debt Brandon Johnson’s long term refusal to pay his city water bill is opening up new questions about…

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Matrimonial Lawyer returns for CLE presentation at Leving firm on litigating vs. pro se parties

Posted on March 30, 2023March 30, 2023 By News Editor No Comments on Matrimonial Lawyer returns for CLE presentation at Leving firm on litigating vs. pro se parties

Matrimonial Lawyer returns for CLE presentation at Leving firm on litigating vs. pro se parties The Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving Ltd. will host the next presentation of the Arthur S. Kallow Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar Series on Thursday, April 20 at 6:30 p.m. CDT at 19 S. LaSalle St. in Chicago. Attorney…

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House fire quickly extinguished in Orland Park; no injuries

Posted on March 30, 2023March 30, 2023 By News Editor No Comments on House fire quickly extinguished in Orland Park; no injuries
House fire quickly extinguished in Orland Park; no injuries

House fire quickly extinguished in Orland Park; no injuries The Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD) responded to a house fire on the 11500 block of 116th Court in unincorporated Cook County on at approximately 2 pm on Thursday March 30th. The fire was quickly extinguished by first arriving crews.  The cause of the fire is…

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Dad wins in court to get child enrolled in school

Posted on March 27, 2023March 27, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Dad wins in court to get child enrolled in school
Dad wins in court to get child enrolled in school

Dad wins in court to get child enrolled in school One of a father’s most important responsibilities is to protect his children, says Chicago-based family law attorney Jeffery M. Leving, founder and president of the Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving Ltd. “Fathers come to us because they are greatly concerned that their children are…

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Overnight road closures set for Roberts Road and 87th Street as part of Tri-State Tollway reconstruction work

Posted on March 27, 2023March 27, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Overnight road closures set for Roberts Road and 87th Street as part of Tri-State Tollway reconstruction work
Overnight road closures set for Roberts Road and 87th Street as part of Tri-State Tollway reconstruction work

Overnight road closures set for Roberts Road and 87th Street as part of Tri-State Tollway reconstruction work Local road closures with detours needed over next two weeks to safely accommodate bridge beam placement Overnight local road closures with detours will be scheduled over the next two weeks on Roberts Road and 87thStreet to accommodate mainline…

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Lightning causes fire at Orland Home; car rollover no serious injuries; chimney fire extinguished

Posted on March 27, 2023March 27, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Lightning causes fire at Orland Home; car rollover no serious injuries; chimney fire extinguished
Lightning causes fire at Orland Home; car rollover no serious injuries; chimney fire extinguished

Lightning causes fire at Orland Home; car rollover no serious injuries; chimney fire extinguished Lightning starts fire in Orland home attic; SUV flips over on 151st Harlem; chimney fire in Orland Home A lightning strike caused a fire in the attic of an Orland Park home on Sunday at around 5 PM. at 132nd Block…

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Arab Americans oppose “MENA” bill and urge “ARAB” be recognized as an MBE and in Census

Posted on March 25, 2023March 25, 2023 By News Editor 1 Comment on Arab Americans oppose “MENA” bill and urge “ARAB” be recognized as an MBE and in Census
Arab Americans oppose “MENA” bill and urge “ARAB” be recognized as an MBE and in Census

Arab Americans oppose “MENA” bill and urge “ARAB” be recognized as an MBE and in Census Arab American leaders are pushing back against legislation that would designate the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) category for the Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and the U.S. Census arguing that the MENA Category will only help fuel more…

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The Town of Cicero Senior Center hosted the annual Hearts & Shamrocks dance

Posted on March 25, 2023March 25, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on The Town of Cicero Senior Center hosted the annual Hearts & Shamrocks dance
The Town of Cicero Senior Center hosted the annual Hearts & Shamrocks dance

The Town of Cicero Senior Center hosted the annual Hearts & Shamrocks dance Town President Larry Dominick, the Town of Cicero Board and the Town of Cicero Senior Center hosted the annual Hearts & Shamrocks dinner and dance on Thursday, March 23, where seniors enjoyed an evening of music and entertainment. The popular dinner dance…

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Harlem Avenue closed from 86th and 87th pending investigation of pedestrian struck by vehicle

Posted on March 24, 2023March 25, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Harlem Avenue closed from 86th and 87th pending investigation of pedestrian struck by vehicle
Harlem Avenue closed from 86th and 87th pending investigation of pedestrian struck by vehicle

Harlem Avenue closed from 86th and 87th pending investigation of pedestrian struck by vehicle (UPDATE: Harlem Avenue was re-opened early Saturday morning) Bridgeview police have shut down Harlem Avenue between 86th and 87th both Southbound and Northbound lanes pending an investigation of a pedestrian who was struck by a vehicle this evening (Friday March 24,…

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Court orders ex to provide transportation so Dad can see his daughter

Posted on March 23, 2023March 25, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Court orders ex to provide transportation so Dad can see his daughter
Court orders ex to provide transportation so Dad can see his daughter

Court orders ex to provide transportation so Dad can see his daughter What good is parenting time on paper, if a father and his child can’t get together in real life? The Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving Ltd. in Chicago represented the father of a high-school-age daughter who was given weekly parenting time in…

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Johnson Refuses to Answer Whether He Would Pursue Stricter Penalties for Repeat Gun Offenders At WGN Debate 

Posted on March 22, 2023March 22, 2023 By News Editor 2 Comments on Johnson Refuses to Answer Whether He Would Pursue Stricter Penalties for Repeat Gun Offenders At WGN Debate 
Johnson Refuses to Answer Whether He Would Pursue Stricter Penalties for Repeat Gun Offenders At WGN Debate 

Johnson Refuses to Answer Whether He Would Pursue Stricter Penalties for Repeat Gun Offenders At WGN Debate  Vallas also releases photo of Brandon Johnson leading a protest demanding to defund the police, an issue that he continues to deny and waterdown. Johnson also has defended looters saying that he opposed tougher crackdowns on looters because…

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