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Chicago Black Pastors gather to praise John Harrell candidacy for 8th State House District More than two dozen prominent African American pastors representing the largest churches and parishes on Chicago’s South and West Sides on Tuesday (Aug. 5, 2025) praised and encouraged fellow Pastor John Harrell’s decision to run for State Representative in the 8th Illinois House…
Friends of Jesse Jackson Jr. for Congress 2026 Exploratory Committee, Launches Outreach Across 2nd Congressional District Exploratory Committee commences effort to collect signatures and register voters as new poll shows former Congressman Jackson leading field of potential contenders Retired U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush, Senior Advisor of the Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Network Jack Lynch,…
Orland Fire District responds to home fire, no injuries The Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD) responded to a structure fire call at 6:30 AM, Saturday, August 2, 2025, located at the 15600 Block of 112th Court in Orland Park. On arrival, OFPD Engine Company #3 reported heavy smoke and fire coming from the home. Firefighters…
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Federal Grand Jury in Chicago Indicts Five Individuals for Alleged Covid-Relief Fraud A federal grand jury in Chicago has indicted five individuals for allegedly fraudulently obtaining millions of dollars in small business loans and other benefits under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (“CARES”) Act. George Kavroulakis, Athanasios Intzes, Adam Jaber, Hassan Kurdi and…
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In-Theatre Experiences and deals continue this August at Emagine This August step into Emagine Theatres and take part in some great activations and deals that you won’t find anywhere else. Emagine offers their guests a luxury, movie-going experience that features leather power-reclining seats, reserved seating, in-seat service, upscale amenities, gourmet popcorn and snacks and a…
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Oak Lawn Public Library Welcomes the Reporters Behind Unsealed: The Tylenol Murders Investigative reporters Christy Gutowski and Stacy St. Clair from the Chicago Tribune will speak about the Tylenol murders and their coverage of the ever-relevant crime at Oak Lawn Public Library on Wednesday, Aug. 20 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Despite occurring in 1982, the Tylenol…
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National Gun VIolence prevention organization Brady PAC endorses Robin Kelly for U.S. Senate Brady PAC Makes Rare Primary Endorsement of Kelly, Citing Her Proven Record of Gun Violence Prevention Work Brady PAC today announced its endorsement of Robin Kelly for U.S. Senate. Brady PAC, the political arm of the Brady Campaign, the nation’s oldest gun…
Wrapped in Honor – Orland Park Police Department Salutes Officer Returning from Service The Orland Park native returned from deployment, police vehicle unveiled in his honor Officer Jordan Legris, who just returned from a tour of duty in Somalia, received a hero’s welcome on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, when the Orland Park Police Department unveiled…