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Leving reminisces about one of his most emotional parental successes

December 17, 2021December 17, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Leving reminisces about one of his most emotional parental successes Dads’ Rights Attorney Jeffery M. Leving said one of his most memorable legal cases was restoring the relationship between a disabled father and his daughter. “Every year around Christmas I think about one of my most emotional cases – a victory that turned a heart-rending…

Jeffery Leving, Law, News

Cicero holds line with “Zero Property Tax Increase” budget

December 16, 2021December 16, 2021 News Editor No Comments

Cicero holds line with “Zero Property Tax Increase” budget (Spanish language below) The Town of Cicero voted Tuesday (Dec. 14, 2021) to approve a budget that calls for no property tax increase on local property taxes but expands services for seniors, families and young people. President Larry Dominick said he was able to cover costs…

Government, News, NewsWire, Releases, Suburban Chicagoland, Taxes

Leivo, Chicago Wolves, win 10 in a row

December 16, 2021December 16, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Leivo, Chicago Wolves, win 10 in a row Josh Leivo’s goal with 1.1 seconds on the clock gives Chicago 4-3 win In a showdown between the Central Division’s top two teams, Josh Leivo scored a highlight-reel goal with 1.1 seconds left to give the Chicago Wolves a 4-3 victory over the Manitoba Moose during School-Day…

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

Cook County Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar Hosts Property Tax Appeals Workshop

December 16, 2021December 16, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Cook County Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar Hosts Property Tax Appeals Workshop Cook County Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar was joined by Berwyn Assessor Jacqueline Pereda and Board of Review Commissioner Tammy Wendt to help residents file property tax appeals and answer other tax related questions Cook County Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar (16th) joined Berwyn Assessor Jacqueline…

Cook County, News, Suburban Chicagoland, Taxes

Newman receives BMWED Teamsters endorsement for re-election in new 6th District

December 16, 2021December 16, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Newman receives BMWED Teamsters endorsement for re-election in new 6th District Congresswoman Marie Newman receives endorsement from the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees Division of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Congresswoman Marie Newman announced Thursday Dec. 16, 2021 that she had received the endorsement of the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees Division IBT (BMWED-IBT)….

Chicago, Cook County, elections, Federal, Government, News, Orland Park, Orland Township, Politics, Suburban Chicagoland

García, Ocasio-Cortez, Pressley, Tlaib, and Jones applaud FDIC’s review of Bank Merger Practices, condemn Chair McWilliams’ illegal attempt to void board decision

December 16, 2021December 16, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

García, Ocasio-Cortez, Pressley, Tlaib, and Jones applaud FDIC’s review of Bank Merger Practices, condemn Chair McWilliams’ illegal attempt to void board decision In response to the FDIC Board of Director’s decision to review the agencies bank merger review practices and Chair Jelena McWilliams’ refusal to recognize the vote, Representatives Jesús G. “Chuy” García (IL-04), Alexandria…

Chicago, Cook County, elections, Federal, Government, National, News, Politics, Regional Midwest, Suburban Chicagoland

Give the Gift of Holiday Safety: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over

December 15, 2021December 15, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Give the Gift of Holiday Safety: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over This holiday season, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is partnering with the Orland Park Police Department to share the message about the dangers of drunk driving. NHTSA and the Orland Park Police Department want all drivers to remember…

Crime, Government, News, Orland Park, Police, Suburban Chicagoland

Change.org plays politics with truth and censors GOP

December 15, 2021December 15, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Change.org plays politics with truth and censors GOP The Chicago Republican Organization blasted the leftwing extremist group Change.org accusing it of playing politics with information nd distorting truth. In the latest example of totalitarian suppression of free speech by Big Tech in our society, Change.org has removed from its site a petition sponsored by the…

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Seniors Celebrate the Holidays with Orland Township

December 15, 2021December 15, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Seniors Celebrate the Holidays with Orland Township The Township’s Holiday Luncheon attracted well over 350 guests. Over 350 guests attended a very festive luncheon on Tuesday, Dec. 14 at Silver Lake Country Club, located at 14700 S. 82nd Ave. in Orland Park, to celebrate the Holiday season and enjoy an afternoon full of good food,…

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

Cicero shelters 30 people displaced after major apartment fire

December 15, 2021December 15, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Cicero shelters 30 people displaced after major apartment fire A major fire in an apartment building at 2123 S. 51st Court in Cicero forced the displacement of more than 30 residents, Cicero Fire Chief Mike Piekarski said Wednesday (Dec. 15, 2021) morning. The fire erupted just after midnight and Chief Piekarski said that at least…

Cook County, Fire, News, Police, Suburban Chicagoland

Quad Cities Is a Winter Resort for Bald Eagles

December 13, 2021December 13, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Quad Cities Is a Winter Resort for Bald Eagles Each winter when the weather turns cold, the Quad Cities serves as host to a large majority of bald eagles making their annual southern migration from Canada to the unfrozen waters of the Mississippi River. The Quad Cities celebrates over 50 years of bald eagle education…

Environment, Features, News, Regional Midwest, Suburban Chicagoland

Sauk Village Man Charged with Animal Cruelty, Other Misdemeanors

December 13, 2021December 13, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Sauk Village Man Charged with Animal Cruelty, Other Misdemeanors A Sauk Village man has been charged with multiple counts of animal cruelty and violation of owner’s duties after three emaciated horses were found on his property, Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart announced Dec. 10, 2021. On November 8, the Cook County Sheriff’s Police Animal…

Cook County, Crime, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Soccer skills programs offered in Orland Park

December 13, 2021December 13, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Soccer skills programs offered in Orland Park Orland Park Sting FC is VERY EXCITED to announce that we will be hosting TWO Different Soccer Skills Programs during the Winter Season! The 1st is our LIL STINGERZ Program & the 2nd is our New STING UNIVERSITY Program! Registration for BOTH programs are NOW OPEN! ****LIL STINGERZ…

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Gov. Pritzker issues Tornado Disaster Proclamation for Illinois communities impacted by recent storms

December 13, 2021December 13, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Gov. Pritzker issues Tornado Disaster Proclamation for Illinois communities impacted by recent storms State of Illinois to Continue Providing Emergency Operational Support to Local Communities Governor JB Pritzker issued a disaster proclamation on Monday Dec. 13, 2021 for counties across central and southern Illinois that were impacted by recent storms and tornadoes. A disaster proclamation…

Illinois Legislature, News, Regional Midwest, Suburban Chicagoland

Leving law firm hosts Toys for Tots giveaway at WGN TV

December 13, 2021December 13, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Leving law firm hosts Toys for Tots giveaway at WGN TV Dad’s Rights advocate Jeffery Leving is co-hosting a Toys for Tots holiday giveaway organized by his legal team led by attorney Jeffrey Paustian in conjunction ith WGN TV Morning News. Leving, who is the premier attorney representing father’s rights, said during alive interview Dec….

Chicago, Cook County, Features, Jeffery Leving, Law, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Orland Township hosts Bingo with Santa

December 13, 2021December 13, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Township hosts Bingo with Santa Families had a December to remember at Orland Township’s Bingo with Santa. Nearly 120 guests joined Orland Township in celebrating the most wonderful time of the year with pizza and Holiday Bingo with Santa! The event took place at Papa Joe’s Italian Restaurant, 14459 South La Grange Road, Orland…

Entertainment, Features, Government, News, Orland Park, Orland Township, Suburban Chicagoland

Chicago Wolves win over Texas Stars leading AHL Central Division 12 to 1

December 13, 2021December 13, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago Wolves win over Texas Stars leading AHL Central Division 12 to 1 Noesen, Drury score two goals apiece as Chicago earns ninth in a row Texas-born Stefan Noesen and Winnetka native Jack Drury produced two goals and one assist each to spark the Chicago Wolves to a 7-2 victory over the Texas Stars Sunday…

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

American Arab Chamber honors Tabares, Lopez and Pappas with its prestigious annual “Action” Award

December 11, 2021December 12, 2021 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

American Arab Chamber honors Tabares, Lopez and Pappas with its prestigious annual “Action” Award The American Arab Chamber of Commerce gave its prestigious annual “Action” Award to three elected officials who went out of their way to defend the rights of Arabs and Muslims in Chicago and Cook County. More than 200 Arab and Muslim community…

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