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Matt Fraser appearing live at the MotorCity Casino Sound Board Theater in Detroit

Posted on July 28, 2021July 28, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Matt Fraser appearing live at the MotorCity Casino Sound Board Theater in Detroit
Matt Fraser appearing live at the MotorCity Casino Sound Board Theater in Detroit

Matt Fraser appearing live at the MotorCity Casino Sound Board Theater in Detroit America’s top psychic medium Matt Fraser, Star in the TV series on E! is now appearing LIVE at the MotorCity Casino Sound Board Theater in Detroit Michigan, on Sunday, August 15, 2021 at 7:30 pm EST. He is the first show available to attend at the MotorCity Casino in 2021! The…

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Which states are safest in today’s continuing COVID pandemic?

Posted on July 22, 2021July 22, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Which states are safest in today’s continuing COVID pandemic?
Which states are safest in today’s continuing COVID pandemic?

Which states are safest in today’s continuing COVID pandemic? With around 49% of the population fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as of July 21, and vaccination being essential for getting the economy back on track, WalletHub today released updated rankings for the Safest States During COVID-19, along with accompanying videos and audio files.  In order to…

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Orland Township Bringing Excitement with Back-To-School Health Fair

Posted on July 9, 2021August 3, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Orland Township Bringing Excitement with Back-To-School Health Fair

Orland Township Bringing Excitement with Back-To-School Health Fair Residents are invited to attend the fun-filled back to school event later this Summer. Orland Township hopes to get everyone ready to get back to school this August by holding their annual Back-To-School Health Fair, proudly presented by Supervisor Paul O’Grady and the Board of Trustees! The…

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Glenwood Ave Arts District Festival Aug 20 – 22

Posted on July 7, 2021July 7, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Glenwood Ave Arts District Festival Aug 20 – 22

Glenwood Ave Arts District Festival Aug 20 – 22 The Glenwood Avenue Arts District has announced that it will be hosting the 20th Annual Glenwood Avenue Arts Fest on August 20th through August 22nd along the cobblestones streets of Glenwood Avenue and Morse avenue in the “Heart of Rogers Park”. The festival will kick-off on…

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Dearborn flooding, UAE deal focus of Arab Radio show Wed July 7

Posted on July 6, 2021July 13, 2021 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Dearborn flooding, UAE deal focus of Arab Radio show Wed July 7
Dearborn flooding, UAE deal focus of Arab Radio show Wed July 7

Dearborn flooding, UAE deal focus of Arab Radio show Wed July 7 The Ray Hanania Radio Show on #Arabradio Wed 8 am EST, July 7, featured two segments, one on Dearborn’s flooding problems, and the other on the UAE-Israel peace accord Segment 1: 8:AM EST We have Imad Hamad, the executive director of the American…

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Liz Gorman named to Regional Transportation Authority Board

Posted on July 2, 2021November 9, 2021 By News Editor
Liz Gorman named to Regional Transportation Authority Board

Liz Gorman named to Regional Transportation Authority Board Former Cook County Commissioner Elizabeth “Liz” Doody Gorman was appointed Wednesday to serve on the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) board of commissioners representing Cook County’s suburbs. Gorman, was praised as “someone who can work with all elected officials and governments,” received the overwhelming support of the Cook…

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LakeView Towers Association members protest exclusion from 46th Ward public meeting

Posted on July 2, 2021July 2, 2021 By News Editor
LakeView Towers Association members protest exclusion from 46th Ward public meeting

LakeView Towers Association members protest exclusion from 46th Ward public meeting Diane Santucci releases this statement in response to being denied her vote as the authorized representative of her association at the 46th Ward Zoning Committee. Lakeview Towers Board Member Diane Santucci is opposed to a proposed development at 4600 N Marine Drive, which is on the…

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Ken Getty celebrates his 80th birthday

Posted on June 30, 2021June 30, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Ken Getty celebrates his 80th birthday

Ken Getty celebrates his 80th birthday Ken Getty, a longtime Southwest suburban activist, insurance company founder and former Lyons Mayor, celebrated his 80th birthday June 6, 2021 with friends and family at an outdoor picnic celebration. Getty, the father of Village ofd Lyons President Christopher Getty, is admired throughout the region for his leadership and…

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Fiesta Del Sol Citizenship & Immigration Expo

Posted on June 29, 2021June 30, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Fiesta Del Sol Citizenship & Immigration Expo

Fiesta Del Sol Citizenship & Immigration Expo Fiesta del Sol is a festival known for its food, live music, attractions for kids and adults, and the joy and warmth of the festival-goers.   However, an essential part of our Festival, and where we strive year after year to provide tools to the community, are our…

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BEWARE: Shaun Trista and FlowCode and Flow.Page are phishing sites

Posted on June 26, 2021June 29, 2021 By Ray Hanania
BEWARE: Shaun Trista and FlowCode and Flow.Page are phishing sites

BEWARE: Shaun Trista and FlowCode and Flow.Page are phishing sites ⁠”Hello everyone, If you want to lose possibly 15-20 lbs in a month then check this out. It has answers to everything if anyone is new or struggling i highly recommend it, here is the link to the site: https: // flow . page /⁠…

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Goodman Theater announces cast for Shakuntala by Lavina Jadhwani

Posted on June 23, 2021June 23, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Goodman Theater announces cast for Shakuntala by Lavina Jadhwani

Goodman Theater announces cast for Shakuntala by Lavina Jadhwani Goodman Theatre announces the cast for the FREE live reading of its newest Future Labs play, SHAKUNTALA by Lavina Jadhwani and directed by Sophiyaa Nayar (see below). The FREE virtual reading of SHAKUNTALA premieres June 26 at 7pm. Registration for this FREE event is required. For more information, visit GoodmanTheatre.org/Shakuntala. The Goodman is grateful for the…

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Weekend lane closures on Veterans Memorial Tollway I-355

Posted on June 23, 2021June 23, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Weekend lane closures on Veterans Memorial Tollway I-355

Weekend lane closures on Veterans Memorial Tollway I-355 Construction on Bridge Joint work between 22nd Street and Illinois Route 53, and between Army Trail Road and Butterfield Road, will continue on weekends throughout the summer Lane closures are scheduled this weekend on the southbound Veterans Memorial Tollway (I-355) between 22nd Street in Lombard and Illinois Route…

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Bi-Partisan legislation introduced in Michigan to penalize and reduce drive-by shootings

Posted on June 21, 2021June 21, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Bi-Partisan legislation introduced in Michigan to penalize and reduce drive-by shootings

Bi-Partisan legislation introduced in Michigan to penalize and reduce drive-by shootings Citing the number of drive-by shootings in Flint in the past few months State Representatives Cynthia Neeley (D-Flint), Graham Filler (R-DeWitt), Mike Mueller (R-Linden) and Stephanie A. Young (D-Detroit) introduced legislation to increase penalties on drive-by shootings. “These cowardly, heinous actions must end,” state…

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Paddlers Reminded to be Safe on the Water This Summer

Posted on June 15, 2021June 15, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Paddlers Reminded to be Safe on the Water This Summer

Paddlers Reminded to be Safe on the Water This Summer Safety on the water should be a priority for all boaters this summer – from motor boat operators and passengers to those boaters who prefer non-motorized watercraft. Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Conservation Police and Safety Education experts remind paddlers to stay alert to…

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SONIC Drive-In donates $31,128.00 to teachers in Chicago this Teacher Appreciation Month

Posted on June 14, 2021June 14, 2021 By Ray Hanania
SONIC Drive-In donates $31,128.00 to teachers in Chicago this Teacher Appreciation Month

SONIC Drive-In donates $31,128.00 to teachers in Chicago this Teacher Appreciation Month America’s Drive-In thanked public school teachers by donating $1.5 million to requests for learning supplies across the country To honor the creative efforts teachers have made to maneuver their ever-shifting learning environments and keep students engaged this past year, SONIC® Drive-In donated $1.5…

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“It’s Not So Late Show” with Aaron Hanania interviews social media leader Salem Furrha

Posted on June 12, 2021November 13, 2023 By Aaron Hanania 1 Comment on “It’s Not So Late Show” with Aaron Hanania interviews social media leader Salem Furrha
“It’s Not So Late Show” with Aaron Hanania interviews social media leader Salem Furrha

“It’s Not So Late Show” with Aaron Hanania interviews social media leader Salem Furrha During an appearance this week on the “It’s Not So Late Show” online with host Aaron Hanania, guest Salem Furrha, whose west coast family has become one of the most popular social media entertainers on Tiktok, Instagram and Youtube, said the secret…

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Arab Radio with veteran columnist Ray Hanania on Yemen and the Global Anti-Corruption Coalition

Posted on June 11, 2021July 13, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Arab Radio with veteran columnist Ray Hanania on Yemen and the Global Anti-Corruption Coalition

Arab Radio with veteran columnist Ray Hanania on Yemen and the Global Anti-Corruption Coalition Find links to the audio podcast and video podcast of The Ray Hanania Radio Show. Listen and watch every Wednesday at 8 AM on WNZK AM 690 radio in Detroit and on WDMV AM 700 Radio in Washington D.C, and watch on…

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Tinley Park police identify drivers of vehicles covered in racial slurs

Posted on June 2, 2021June 2, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Tinley Park police identify drivers of vehicles covered in racial slurs

Tinley Park police identify drivers of vehicles covered in racial slurs Over the Memorial Day weekend, the Tinley Park Police Department received several complaints after two vehicles were spotted driving around the village with racial slurs written on them with duct tape. Surrounding municipalities also received similar complaints. Police have identified the drivers as two…

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