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Harlem Avenue closed from 86th and 87th pending investigation of pedestrian struck by vehicle

Posted on March 24, 2023March 25, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Harlem Avenue closed from 86th and 87th pending investigation of pedestrian struck by vehicle
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Harlem Avenue closed from 86th and 87th pending investigation of pedestrian struck by vehicle (UPDATE: Harlem Avenue was re-opened early Saturday morning) Bridgeview police have shut down Harlem Avenue between 86th and 87th both Southbound and Northbound lanes pending an investigation of a pedestrian who was struck by a vehicle this evening (Friday March 24,…

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Johnson Refuses to Answer Whether He Would Pursue Stricter Penalties for Repeat Gun Offenders At WGN Debate 

Posted on March 22, 2023March 22, 2023 By News Editor 2 Comments on Johnson Refuses to Answer Whether He Would Pursue Stricter Penalties for Repeat Gun Offenders At WGN Debate 
Johnson Refuses to Answer Whether He Would Pursue Stricter Penalties for Repeat Gun Offenders At WGN Debate 

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Johnson Refuses to Answer Whether He Would Pursue Stricter Penalties for Repeat Gun Offenders At WGN Debate  Vallas also releases photo of Brandon Johnson leading a protest demanding to defund the police, an issue that he continues to deny and waterdown. Johnson also has defended looters saying that he opposed tougher crackdowns on looters because…

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One fatality in Orland Hills Home fire

Posted on March 22, 2023March 22, 2023 By News Editor No Comments on One fatality in Orland Hills Home fire
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One fatality in Orland Hills Home fire A woman was killed during a home fire in Orland Hills, officials of the Orland Fire Protection District said Tuesday. Fire crews responded to the fire at the 8900 block of Beacon Lane in Orland Hills at approximately 2 PM on Tuesday, March 21st, 2023. First arriving fire…

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Paul Vallas calls out Johnson’s lies walking back calls to defund and undermine police

Posted on March 15, 2023March 15, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Paul Vallas calls out Johnson’s lies walking back calls to defund and undermine police
Paul Vallas calls out Johnson’s lies walking back calls to defund and undermine police

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Paul Vallas calls out Johnson’s lies walking back calls to defund and undermine police Mayoral candidate Paul Vallas accuses Brandon Johnson  of lying and falsely claiming he “never said Defund the Police.” Only Paul Vallas has a plan to make Chicago safer. Video of commercial addressing Johnson’s actual statements on defunding the police and undermining…

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Lopez and O’Shea endorse Vallas in Chicago mayor race

Posted on March 13, 2023March 13, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Lopez and O’Shea endorse Vallas in Chicago mayor race
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Lopez and O’Shea endorse Vallas in Chicago mayor race Aldermen Raymond Lopez and Matt O’Shea endorse Paul Vallas for mayor against Brandon Johnson Alderman Ray Lopez (15th) is announcing his endorsement this evening for Paul Vallas for Mayor of Chicago, joining a diverse and increasing group of elected officials and community leaders who are supporting…

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Foxx policies punish police rather than the criminals

Posted on March 8, 2023March 8, 2023 By Ray Hanania 2 Comments on Foxx policies punish police rather than the criminals
Foxx policies punish police rather than the criminals

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Foxx policies punish police rather than the criminals July 2022 was a bad month for law abiding citizens witnessing two teenagers who wielded weapons that resulted in one Chicago Police Officer being killed six months later, and another Oak Lawn Police Officer being railroaded by a corrupt political movement of injustice that puts the concerns…

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This St. Patrick’s Day, Plan Before You Party!

Posted on March 6, 2023March 6, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on This St. Patrick’s Day, Plan Before You Party!
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This St. Patrick’s Day, Plan Before You Party! Remember: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in America date back to the country’s founding. All too often, St. Patrick’s Day celebrations turn deadly due to impaired driving. However you celebrate, make to stay safe this St. Patrick’s Day by remembering one important…

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Orland Fire Protection District “Save Rate” rises to 71 percent

Posted on March 1, 2023March 1, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Orland Fire Protection District “Save Rate” rises to 71 percent
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Orland Fire Protection District “Save Rate” rises to 71 percent Fire Chief Schofield emphasizes during lifesaving ceremony that citizens “have a better chance of surviving a heart attack if that heart attack happens in Orland” OFPD, Orland Park — Citizens who experience a heart attack have a significantly increased chance to survive a heart attack…

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Why so much emphasis in Illinois on protecting criminals?

Posted on February 16, 2023February 17, 2023 By Ray Hanania 5 Comments on Why so much emphasis in Illinois on protecting criminals?
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Why so much emphasis in Illinois on protecting criminals? Protecting criminals seems to be the priority of politicians in Cook County and in Illinois and Springfield. And, why is Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau such a whining little baby. Pekau has spent his entire term in office personally attacking everyone and anyone, including me, who…

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Sheriff and District 230 honor students for public service hours

Posted on February 3, 2023February 3, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Sheriff and District 230 honor students for public service hours
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Sheriff and District 230 honor students for public service hours Officials in the Chicagoland Southwest Suburbs on Friday February 3, 2023 offered their congratulations to 90 Consolidated High School District 230 students at Sandburg, Stagg and Andrew High schools. Each student provided a minimum of 100 hours of voluntary, unpaid community service for a total…

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 Sheriff Dart Warns Public of Phone Scam 

Posted on February 3, 2023February 3, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on  Sheriff Dart Warns Public of Phone Scam 
 Sheriff Dart Warns Public of Phone Scam 

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 Sheriff Dart Warns Public of Phone Scam  Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart is warning of a telephone scam where a caller identifying as a Sheriff’s Office employee tells victims they must pay a large fine for missing court or they will go to jail.  The caller tells the victim to pay the fine using…

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Hurley Named Chair of Police and Fire Committee

Posted on January 25, 2023January 25, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Hurley Named Chair of Police and Fire Committee
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Hurley Named Chair of Police and Fire Committee State Rep. Fran Hurley will continue to serve as chair of the House Police and Fire Committee in the 103rd General Assembly, carrying on her mission of advocating for and supporting first responders. “Now more than ever, it’s important that Springfield prioritizes our police officers, firefighters and…

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