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Pritzker announces 330 new coronavirus COVID-19 cases in Illinois

Posted on March 25, 2020March 25, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Pritzker announces 330 new coronavirus COVID-19 cases in Illinois
Pritzker announces 330 new coronavirus COVID-19 cases in Illinois

Pritzker announces 330 new coronavirus COVID-19 cases in Illinois Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker said that the number of Coronavirus COVID-19 cases in Illinois increased by 330 and that there are three COVID-19 related deaths. The Governor also announced he was extending the deadline for income tax filings and providing a $90 million program to help…

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Illinois Announces rising New Cases of COVID-19 Coronavirus Disease

Posted on March 22, 2020March 22, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Illinois Announces rising New Cases of COVID-19 Coronavirus Disease
Illinois Announces rising New Cases of COVID-19 Coronavirus Disease

Illinois Announces rising New Cases of COVID-19 Coronavirus Disease We will update this page as the new cases of coronavirus are reported. The number of new cases of coronavirus COVID-19 jumps from 168 new cases of coronavirus on Saturday March 21 to 296 new cases of coronavirus on Sunday March 22. New cases reported every…

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Newman claims victory over Lipinski in 3rd Congressional District

Posted on March 17, 2020March 18, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Newman claims victory over Lipinski in 3rd Congressional District
Newman claims victory over Lipinski in 3rd Congressional District

Newman claims victory over Lipinski in 3rd Congressional District Marie Newman, a progressive Democrat, is being hailed as the victor in the tough-fought battle for the 3rd Congressional District seat, defeating five-term incumbent Dan Lipinski, a conservative Democrat. The winner of the Democratic Primary will easily win the election on Nov. 3, 2020 as the…

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Arab groups divided on Illinois 3rd Congressional District battle

Posted on March 17, 2020March 19, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Arab groups divided on Illinois 3rd Congressional District battle
Arab groups divided on Illinois 3rd Congressional District battle

Arab groups divided on Illinois 3rd Congressional District battle Three of Illinois’ leading political organizations released endorsements in key elections in Illinois’ March 17, 2020 Democratic Primary races. Although all three endorsed the same candidates, they differed on one key contest, the closely contested battle for Congress in the 3rd Congressional District held by incumbent…

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Illinois identifies 25 patients with Coronavirus

Posted on March 11, 2020March 11, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Illinois identifies 25 patients with Coronavirus
Illinois identifies 25 patients with Coronavirus

Illinois identifies 25 patients with Coronavirus The World Health Organization (WHO) declares COVID-19 a “Pandemic” The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today is announcing six additional individuals have tested positive at the IDPH laboratory for coronavirus disease (COVID-19). “More cases in more places in Illinois means we are seeing growing transmission of the virus in…

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IL Department of Human Services Announces First Day to Complete the 2020 Census Online

Posted on March 11, 2020March 11, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on IL Department of Human Services Announces First Day to Complete the 2020 Census Online
IL Department of Human Services Announces First Day to Complete the 2020 Census Online

IL Department of Human Services Announces First Day to Complete the 2020 Census Online Illinois residents can complete the census online starting tomorrow March 12, 2020, at my2020census.gov. IDHS refuses to provide information, however, to Arab American organizations on how the state’s $20 million funding is being appropriated and which ethnic and racial groups are being prioritized or ignored…

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Lipinski introduces the job-creating MADE HERE Act to strengthen American Manufacturing

Posted on February 26, 2020February 26, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Lipinski introduces the job-creating MADE HERE Act to strengthen American Manufacturing
Lipinski introduces the job-creating MADE HERE Act to strengthen American Manufacturing

Lipinski introduces the job-creating MADE HERE Act to strengthen American Manufacturing Lipinski introduces legislation to protect American jobs in manufacturing to the U.S. Congress this week arguing it will create more jobs for American workers Congressman Dan Lipinski (IL-03) today introduced the MADE HERE Act to strengthen American manufacturing and protect defense supply chains that…

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O’Grady proposes using vacant Andrew land for popular Pioneers Football league

Posted on February 18, 2020February 18, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on O’Grady proposes using vacant Andrew land for popular Pioneers Football league
O’Grady proposes using vacant Andrew land for popular Pioneers Football league

O’Grady proposes using vacant Andrew land for popular Pioneers Football league Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady called on the Village of Orland Park, residents and local leaders to join in supporting a plan to convert land vacated by the Andrew Corporation to be used as fields for the popular Pioneer Football League. O’Grady noted that…

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Challenge to Congressman Bobby Rush fueled by uplifting story

Posted on February 18, 2020February 18, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Challenge to Congressman Bobby Rush fueled by uplifting story
Challenge to Congressman Bobby Rush fueled by uplifting story

Challenge to Congressman Bobby Rush fueled by uplifting story A woman who was jailed for nonviolent prescription drug offenses years ago after being seriously injured when hit by a drunk driver, is challenging Congressman Bobby Rush in the March 17 Illinois Democratic Primary election for Congress in the 1st District. By Ray Hanania A woman who was…

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Former prescription drug addict challenges do-nothing Bobby Rush in March 17 Democratic primary

Posted on February 10, 2020February 15, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Former prescription drug addict challenges do-nothing Bobby Rush in March 17 Democratic primary
Former prescription drug addict challenges do-nothing Bobby Rush in March 17 Democratic primary

Former prescription drug addict challenges do-nothing Bobby Rush in March 17 Democratic primary University of Chicago Law student Sarah Gad says her own personal experiences from seven years ago involving prescription drug addiction has motivated her to understand the challenges facing many Illinois residents and to support pro bono legal work for those in need….

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Two accidents involving vehicles crashing into Orland Park buildings

Posted on February 8, 2020February 9, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Two accidents involving vehicles crashing into Orland Park buildings
Two accidents involving vehicles crashing into Orland Park buildings

Two accidents involving vehicles crashing into Orland Park buildings Two vehicles in separate accidents crash into buildings, one on Friday afternoon crashing through a window and wall at a Dunkin Donuts at 156th and Harlem Avenue in Orland Park, and another in the early morning hours Saturday crashing into the front door of a home…

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Darwish launches 2nd TV Ad in congressional campaign

Posted on February 6, 2020February 6, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Darwish launches 2nd TV Ad in congressional campaign
Darwish launches 2nd TV Ad in congressional campaign

Darwish Releases Second TV Ad in congressional campaign Calls for New Representation, Says We Can’t Keep Electing the Same Politicians and Expect a Different Result Rush Darwish, candidate for Congress in Illinois’ 3rd Congressional District, has released his second TV ad, entitled, “A Humanitarian, Not a Politician.” See the ad, HERE. In the ad, Darwish…

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University of Chicago Law Student challenges Rush for Congress

Posted on February 6, 2020February 6, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on University of Chicago Law Student challenges Rush for Congress
University of Chicago Law Student challenges Rush for Congress

University of Chicago Law Student challenges Rush for Congress Law student Sarah Gad of the University of Chicago says her own personal experiences from seven years ago involving drug addiction has motivated her to understand the challenges facing many Illinois residents and to support pro bono legal work for those in need. Gad is an exemplary…

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Two Vehicle crash takes 5 year old girl’s life

Posted on January 25, 2020January 25, 2020 By Press ReleaseChicago No Comments on Two Vehicle crash takes 5 year old girl’s life
Two Vehicle crash takes 5 year old girl’s life

Two Vehicle crash takes 5 year old girl’s life A young girl was killed in a two-car vehicle accident that took place at 151st Street and Harlem Avenue on Thursday evening around 9:30 pm in what witnesses described as snowy conditions. The accident damage to the two vehicles involved was described as extensive by Orland…

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Chances of surviving heart attack the best in Orland Fire District

Posted on January 3, 2020August 29, 2021 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Chances of surviving heart attack the best in Orland Fire District
Chances of surviving heart attack the best in Orland Fire District

Chances of surviving heart attack the best in Orland Fire District By Chief Michael Schofield Your chances of surviving a heart attack — cardiac arrest — in the region served by the Orland Fire Protection District are better than in most other regions in the country. This achievement has been recognized nationally and was the…

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94 West one of the best restaurants in the Southwest Suburbs

Posted on December 31, 2019July 5, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on 94 West one of the best restaurants in the Southwest Suburbs
94 West one of the best restaurants in the Southwest Suburbs

94 West one of the best restaurants in the Southwest Suburbs If you are planning a celebration, there is no better place to do it over dinner than at one of the best restaurants in the Chicagoland suburbs, 94 West Restaurant, which is best known for its phenomenal steaks and seafood menus. 94 West boasts…

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Tinley Park homes go all out with Christmas lighting

Posted on December 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Tinley Park homes go all out with Christmas lighting
Tinley Park homes go all out with Christmas lighting

Tinley Park homes go all out with Christmas lighting I was never one to spend a lot of money or time decorating the outside of my home for Christmas like Clark Griswold in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, but I envy the beauty and happiness decorations bring. This year, a home in Tinley Park, Illinois has…

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Safety for a church but not for shoppers at the mall

Posted on December 29, 2019December 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Safety for a church but not for shoppers at the mall
Safety for a church but not for shoppers at the mall

Safety for a church but not for shoppers at the mall Former Cook County Commissioner Liz Gorman has called on the Village of Orland Park to take a careful look at the issue of safety at the Orland Square Mall. But Mayor Pekau’s administration doesn’t think that’s important, even after making a mountain out of…

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