Category: NewsWire

Cicero proud of its strong response to COVID and protection of our residents

August 20, 2021October 30, 2021 News Editor No Comments

Cicero proud of its strong response to COVID and protection of our residents Town President Larry Dominick and the Town of Cicero Board of Trustees implemented a strong and effective campaign to confront the Coronavirus COVID Pandemic beginning in early 2020, making vaccinations available to all residents of the town and doing outreach in both English…

Briefs, Cook County, coronavirus, Fire, Government, Health, News, NewsWire, Police, Suburban Chicagoland

Leving team reunites dad with sons after all contact cut off

August 19, 2021August 19, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Leving team reunites dad with sons after all contact cut off A great dad who was very involved in his young sons’ lives – ages 3 and 5 – suddenly found himself cut off entirely from them for no reason at all, according to court documents. Devastated, he turned to attorney Jeffery M. Leving, founder…

Cook County, Features, Law, News, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland

Web page that focuses on Arab American veterans

August 18, 2021August 18, 2021 News Editor No Comments

Web page that focuses on Arab American veterans If you are looking for information on Arab Americans who served in the U.S. Military defending the United States of America during many of the past wars, the best place to go it to ArabWarVeterans.com. The website offers updates on information on Arab Americans who served in…

Features, National, NewsWire, Racism, Veterans

CLE at Leving firm to focus on winning custody trials in protecting “at risk” children

August 18, 2021August 18, 2021 News Editor No Comments

CLE at Leving firm to focus on winning custody trials in protecting “at risk” children 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, August 19 at 6:30 p.m. at 19 S. LaSalle St. in Chicago, and via…

Cook County, Crime, Law, News, NewsWire

Tri-State overpass work will close Wolf Road with detour planned through Indian Head Park

August 16, 2021August 16, 2021 News Editor No Comments

Tri-State overpass work will close Wolf Road with detour planned through Indian Head Park World Road will be closed and traffic will be detoured this week in Indian Head Park under the Tri-State Tollway (I-294) for bridge beam placement. Work is part of bridge reconstruction on the Central Tri-State Project An overnight full roadway closure Wednesday…

construction, Cook County, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland, Transportation

Weekly virtual comedy game show Wisecrackin’ features Arab comedian and hilarious panel

August 16, 2021August 17, 2021 News Editor No Comments

Weekly virtual comedy game show Wisecrackin’ features Arab comedian and hilarious panel This week’s Wisecrackin’ virtual game show will feature special guest Arab News Newspaper reporter and standup comedian Ray Hanania and comic cast members Jamie Black, Sam Howard, Elise Jordan, Laureen Siciliano. The show launched in May 2020 is hosted by Chicagoland comedian Angie…

Chicago, Comedy, Entertainment, Features, General Topics, Humor, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland

Right from the Middle: All American Eagle’s program

August 9, 2021August 22, 2021 William Lipinski No Comments

Right from the Middle: All American Eagle’s program Former Congressman Bill Lipinski continues to host his annual essay contests for school children (6th – 8th grade) on the topics of America history and patriotism. There are four areas of interest listed below. Enter today. By Bill Lipinski Following is a program that I believe can…

Bill Lipinski, Chicago, Cook County, News, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland

Thousands turnout to honor oldest aerospace trailblazer Wally Funk in Grapevine, Texas

August 8, 2021August 8, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Thousands turnout to honor oldest aerospace trailblazer Wally Funk in Grapevine, Texas Parade, Presentation and Ice Cream Social Commemorate Historic Tourism Space Flight. Wally Funk is the oldest person ever to rocket into space. Thousands lined up today to honor hometown hero Wally Funk during a parade down Historic Main Street and a presentation on…

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Governor adds another county to drought disaster declaration

July 30, 2021November 9, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Governor adds another county to drought disaster declaration Winnebago County has been named in a drought disaster declaration by Illinois Gov J.B. Pritzker, joining Boone, Cook, DeKalb, Kane, Lake and McHenry Counties. The disaster declaration allows counties to access emergency loans following drought conditions Winnebago county has been added to the USDA Secretarial natural disaster…

Chicago, Cook County, DuPage, Environment, Government, News, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland, Weather

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

July 28, 2021July 28, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

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…

Entertainment, Features, NewsWire

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

July 22, 2021July 22, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

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…

coronavirus, Health, National, News, NewsWire

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

July 9, 2021August 3, 2021 Ray Hanania

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…

coronavirus, Events, Features, Government, Health, News, NewsWire, Orland Park, Suburban Chicagoland

Glenwood Ave Arts District Festival Aug 20 – 22

July 7, 2021July 7, 2021 Ray Hanania

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…

Chicago, Entertainment, Events, Features, News, NewsWire

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

July 6, 2021July 13, 2021 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

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…

Entertainment, News, NewsWire, Podcast, Radio, rayhanania, Regional Midwest, Videos

Liz Gorman named to Regional Transportation Authority Board

July 2, 2021November 9, 2021 News Editor

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

July 2, 2021July 2, 2021 News Editor

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…

Chicago, construction, General Topics, Government, NewsWire

Ken Getty celebrates his 80th birthday

June 30, 2021June 30, 2021 Ray Hanania

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…

Events, Features, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland

Fiesta Del Sol Citizenship & Immigration Expo

June 29, 2021June 30, 2021 Ray Hanania

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…

Chicago, Events, NewsWire