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    Orland Fire responds to laundry room fire at Mario Tricoci salon Business
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  • On Friday, March 6th, the Fifth Annual 16th District Women’s Power Brunch was held to celebrate women leaders throughout the 16th District. The event was hosted by Cook County Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar,
    Women Leaders Come Together for Fifth Annual 16th District Women’s Power Brunch Cook County
  • The Orland Fire Protection District responded to a home fire on the 9100 Block of Greencastle Lane on Saturday afternoon, March 7, 2026, hampered by numerous obstructions officials referred to as “possible hoarding.”
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    Bridgeview police rescue hostages early Sunday morning in domestic squabble Bridgeview
  • Andrew Boutros US Attorney Illinois
    Owner of Chicago-Area Convenience Stores Sentenced to Four Years in Federal Prison for Defrauding Low-Income Food Program Chicago
  • State Senator Michael Hastings introduces law to revive long dormant and degraded Tinley Park Mental Health Center into a Sports Park for the community. Photo courtesy of the State Senate President Don Harmon
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    Dad Wins Custody of Son After Terrifying DCFS Call Dads' Rights
  • Pastor John Harrell, candidate for the 8th Illinois State House seat vacated by LaShawn Ford in the March 2026 election
    Statement from John Harrell Candidate for the 8th Illinois House District In the March 17, 2026 Democratic Primary election elections

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Chicago Alderman Raymond Lopez blindly defends Israel at expense of truth

Posted on June 3, 2025June 4, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Alderman Raymond Lopez blindly defends Israel at expense of truth
Chicago Alderman Raymond Lopez blindly defends Israel at expense of truth

Chicago Alderman Raymond Lopez blindly defends Israel at expense of truth Once a champion of the victims of racism, defending Arab American and Muslim store owners against the discriminatory policies of former Mayor Lori Lightfoot, Chicago Ald. Raymond Lopez has since flipped, replacing morality with political exploitation, blindly defending Israel’s government violence in Gaza to…

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President Obama Visits Future Obama Presidential Center Chef, Cliff Rome, at His Restaurant Ahead of Opening in 2026

Posted on May 23, 2025May 23, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on President Obama Visits Future Obama Presidential Center Chef, Cliff Rome, at His Restaurant Ahead of Opening in 2026
President Obama Visits Future Obama Presidential Center Chef, Cliff Rome, at His Restaurant Ahead of Opening in 2026

President Obama Visits Future Obama Presidential Center Chef, Cliff Rome, at His Restaurant Ahead of Opening in 2026 President Obama visited Chicago for the past couple of days to discuss planning and details for the Obama Presidential Center, ranging from the dining experience to testing various museum exhibits to touring the museum site. As part…

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Congresswoman Robin Kelly clear leader in race to succeed Senator Dick Durbin

Posted on May 6, 2025May 6, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Congresswoman Robin Kelly clear leader in race to succeed Senator Dick Durbin
Congresswoman Robin Kelly clear leader in race to succeed Senator Dick Durbin

Congresswoman Robin Kelly clear leader in race to succeed Senator Dick Durbin Congresswoman Robin Kelly announces her candidacy to succeed retiring U.S. Senator Dick Durbin. Kelly has one of the strongest public service records, introducing legislation to support not only her constituents in the 2nd Congressional District, but is viewed as a more popular candidate…

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Lyons Township Democrats celebrate public support at annual fundraiser

Posted on May 5, 2025May 5, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Lyons Township Democrats celebrate public support at annual fundraiser
Lyons Township Democrats celebrate public support at annual fundraiser

Lyons Township Democrats celebrate public support at annual fundraiser Officials of the Lyons Township Democratic Organization celebrated their growing public support at a fundraiser Thursday at the American Legion Hall in La Grange. Lyons Township Democratic Committeeman Steve Landek and Township Supervisor Christopher Getty welcomed the attendees at the event, which was themed to celebrate…

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Illinois has many better options than Pritzker’s choice to succeed Durbin

Posted on April 27, 2025April 27, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Illinois has many better options than Pritzker’s choice to succeed Durbin
Illinois has many better options than Pritzker’s choice to succeed Durbin

Illinois has many better options than Pritzker’s choice to succeed Durbin By Ray Hanania Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, who believes he can buy any election, any time for any amount of money, wants to buy the seat of retiring U.S. Senator Dick Durbin. Pritzker has pushed his Lieutenant Governor, Juliana Stratton, to run for the…

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Nick Uniejewski announces for Illinois State Senate District 6

Posted on April 22, 2025April 22, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Nick Uniejewski announces for Illinois State Senate District 6
Nick Uniejewski announces for Illinois State Senate District 6

Nick Uniejewski announces for Illinois State Senate District 6 “It’s time for new energy and leadership in Springfield,” said Illinois. State Senate 6th District candidate Nick Uniejewski Community organizer and policy analyst Nick Uniejewski launched his campaign for Illinois State Senate in the 6th District, challenging incumbent Senator Sara Feigenholtz in the Democratic primary, today…

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72 years around the sun, an experience that continues to grow

Posted on April 19, 2025April 19, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on 72 years around the sun, an experience that continues to grow
72 years around the sun, an experience that continues to grow

72 years around the sun, an experience that continues to grow Journalist and columnist Ray Hanania looks back at 72 years and the ups and downs of life from school to journalism, politics, cancer, legionnaires’ disease, standup comedy, and music By Ray Hanania 72 years around the sun today .., thank you everyone for the…

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Getty Celebrates Successful Re-Election and Local Victory Sweep

Posted on April 9, 2025April 9, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Getty Celebrates Successful Re-Election and Local Victory Sweep
Getty Celebrates Successful Re-Election and Local Victory Sweep

Getty Celebrates Successful Re-Election and Local Victory Sweep Voters in the Village of Lyons and across Lyons Township sent a strong message of confidence and support on April 1st, re-electing Mayor Chris Getty and many other public officials in a sweeping election victory. Mayor Getty, who also serves as Lyons Township Supervisor, expressed his gratitude…

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Bernie Sanders’ Fighting Oligarchy Tour Announces New Stops in Western U.S. 

Posted on April 4, 2025April 5, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Bernie Sanders’ Fighting Oligarchy Tour Announces New Stops in Western U.S. 
Bernie Sanders’ Fighting Oligarchy Tour Announces New Stops in Western U.S. 

Bernie Sanders’ Fighting Oligarchy Tour Announces New Stops in Western U.S.  Neil Young, Maggie Rogers, and Joan Baez to Headline Los Angeles Rally Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) today announced new stops on the fourth swing of his “Fighting Oligarchy” tour, which kicks off next weekend. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) will join the senator for all…

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Illinois officials offer best wishes to Muslim community at end of Ramadan

Posted on March 30, 2025March 30, 2025 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Illinois officials offer best wishes to Muslim community at end of Ramadan
Illinois officials offer best wishes to Muslim community at end of Ramadan

Illinois officials offer best wishes to Muslim community at end of Ramadan By Ray Hanania Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas, Congresswoman Delia Ramirez, and several officials including from Cook County, the State of Illinois and from officials of the Orland Fire Protection District offered their best wishes to the Muslim American community as they prepared…

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Patch publishes inaccurate news story on Fire District & merger

Posted on March 21, 2025March 24, 2025 By News Editor No Comments on Patch publishes inaccurate news story on Fire District & merger
Patch publishes inaccurate news story on Fire District & merger

Patch publishes inaccurate news story on Fire District & merger By Ray Hanania The Patch is a great source of information but it should also have checks and balances on the publishing of news and information. This week, Patch writer Lauren Traut published an article on the growing controversy regarding the issue of “consolidation” or…

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After fleeing SiriusXM, I was shocked by the hate on AM Radio in Chicago

Posted on March 20, 2025March 20, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on After fleeing SiriusXM, I was shocked by the hate on AM Radio in Chicago
After fleeing SiriusXM, I was shocked by the hate on AM Radio in Chicago

After fleeing SiriusXM, I was shocked by the hate on AM Radio in Chicago I was pushed into subscribing to SiriusXM when I purchased my car. But after many years, I realized I was wasting my money listening to only one or two stations and never getting enough info. Most of it is Islamophobic hate…

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Former Homer Glen trustee Pazmino says village board needs independent voice

Posted on March 20, 2025March 20, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Former Homer Glen trustee Pazmino says village board needs independent voice
Former Homer Glen trustee Pazmino says village board needs independent voice

Former Homer Glen trustee Pazmino says village board needs independent voice Former trustee and restaurant owner Ruben Pazmino hopes to continue to push his ideas to help taxpayers in Homer Glen as an independent voice in the April 1 election. Homer Glen gets very little attention from the media and its issues and needs are…

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Independent candidates launch social media and website for Orland Fire race

Posted on March 8, 2025March 8, 2025 By Press ReleaseChicago No Comments on Independent candidates launch social media and website for Orland Fire race
Independent candidates launch social media and website for Orland Fire race

Independent candidates launch social media and website for Orland Fire race The independent candidates seeking re-election and election to the Orland Fire Protection District Board of Trustees in the April 1, 2025 General election have launched their website and Facebook page to inform voters about their experience, platform and news. The candidates are Donald “DJ”…

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Independent Candidates for Orland Fire Protection District announce their slate

Posted on March 5, 2025March 8, 2025 By News Editor No Comments on Independent Candidates for Orland Fire Protection District announce their slate
Independent Candidates for Orland Fire Protection District announce their slate

Independent Candidates for Orland Fire Protection District announce their slate Three seats are up for election on April 1 for the Orland Fire Protection District’s Board of Trustees and three slates of candidates are competing for those seats. The independent slate, Fiscal Voices for Fire Safety, includes two Orland Fire Protection District officials, incumbent Trustee…

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Statement from Congressman Danny K. Davis on White House Meeting with President Zelensky

Posted on February 28, 2025February 28, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Statement from Congressman Danny K. Davis on White House Meeting with President Zelensky
Statement from Congressman Danny K. Davis on White House Meeting with President Zelensky

Statement from Congressman Danny K. Davis on White House Meeting with President Zelensky Chicago, IL – Congressman Danny K. Davis issued the following statement in response to the White House meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky: “The actions of President Trump and his administration continue to undermine America’s credibility on the world stage. Today’s White…

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Recent Ray Hanania columns you might have missed on President Carter, Tom Cotton, Keith Pekau, Camelot, and JFK assassination

Posted on February 1, 2025February 1, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Recent Ray Hanania columns you might have missed on President Carter, Tom Cotton, Keith Pekau, Camelot, and JFK assassination
Recent Ray Hanania columns you might have missed on President Carter, Tom Cotton, Keith Pekau, Camelot, and JFK assassination

Recent Ray Hanania columns you might have missed on President Carter, Tom Cotton, Keith Pekau, Camelot, and JFK assassination Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau continues to throw trash and lies at the residents of his Suburban Chicagoland community in an eNewsletter that is filled with political exaggerations and distortions attacking anyone who challenges his failed…

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Biden betrays America with pardons while Democrats hide behind hypocrisy

Posted on January 17, 2025January 17, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Biden betrays America with pardons while Democrats hide behind hypocrisy
Biden betrays America with pardons while Democrats hide behind hypocrisy

Biden betrays America with pardons while Democrats hide behind hypocrisy 01-17-25 Biden pardons criminals while Democrats lead the country into a further national divide. Click here to view the YouTube video Podcast or watch using the video widget below.  America is more divided today than it ever was under Trump or Biden mainly because Democrats…

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