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Governor Pritzker joins Secretary Pete Buttigieg for ribbon cutting at Joliet Gateway Center’s new Pace bus facility

Posted on May 4, 2022May 4, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Governor Pritzker joins Secretary Pete Buttigieg for ribbon cutting at Joliet Gateway Center’s new Pace bus facility
Governor Pritzker joins Secretary Pete Buttigieg for ribbon cutting at Joliet Gateway Center’s new Pace bus facility

Governor Pritzker joins Secretary Pete Buttigieg for ribbon cutting at Joliet Gateway Center’s new Pace bus facility Governor Pritzker, United States Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, Congressman Bill Foster, and the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) were joined by local and regional transportation officials today to formally open the final phase of the Joliet Gateway…

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Rep Ford joins Dads’ Rights Attorney Leving on WVON & WCPT Radio

Posted on March 18, 2022March 18, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Rep Ford joins Dads’ Rights Attorney Leving on WVON & WCPT Radio
Rep Ford joins Dads’ Rights Attorney Leving on WVON & WCPT Radio

Rep Ford joins Dads’ Rights Attorney Leving on WVON & WCPT Radio Dads’ Rights attorney Jeffery M. Leving will be on the radio twice this weekend with State Rep. LaShawn K. Ford talking about equal shared parenting and parental alienation: 2-3 p.m. CDT Saturday on WVON 1690 AM, and 6-7 p.m. CDT Sunday on WCPT…

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Joe Lamars named Budget director for Milwaukee County, Wisconsin

Posted on January 27, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Joe Lamars named Budget director for Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
Joe Lamars named Budget director for Milwaukee County, Wisconsin

Joe Lamars named Budget director for Milwaukee County, Wisconsin County Executive Crowley Appointment of Joe Lamers as Director of New Office of Strategy, Budget, and Performance Passes Committee Vote. New department shifts County organizational design to prioritize vision and strategy The Milwaukee County Finance committee on Thursday Jan. 27, 2022 unanimously passed the appointment of Joe…

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García, Ocasio-Cortez, Pressley, Tlaib, and Jones applaud FDIC’s review of Bank Merger Practices, condemn Chair McWilliams’ illegal attempt to void board decision

Posted on December 16, 2021December 16, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on García, Ocasio-Cortez, Pressley, Tlaib, and Jones applaud FDIC’s review of Bank Merger Practices, condemn Chair McWilliams’ illegal attempt to void board decision
García, Ocasio-Cortez, Pressley, Tlaib, and Jones applaud FDIC’s review of Bank Merger Practices, condemn Chair McWilliams’ illegal attempt to void board decision

García, Ocasio-Cortez, Pressley, Tlaib, and Jones applaud FDIC’s review of Bank Merger Practices, condemn Chair McWilliams’ illegal attempt to void board decision In response to the FDIC Board of Director’s decision to review the agencies bank merger review practices and Chair Jelena McWilliams’ refusal to recognize the vote, Representatives Jesús G. “Chuy” García (IL-04), Alexandria…

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Quad Cities Is a Winter Resort for Bald Eagles

Posted on December 13, 2021December 13, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Quad Cities Is a Winter Resort for Bald Eagles
Quad Cities Is a Winter Resort for Bald Eagles

Quad Cities Is a Winter Resort for Bald Eagles Each winter when the weather turns cold, the Quad Cities serves as host to a large majority of bald eagles making their annual southern migration from Canada to the unfrozen waters of the Mississippi River. The Quad Cities celebrates over 50 years of bald eagle education…

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Gov. Pritzker issues Tornado Disaster Proclamation for Illinois communities impacted by recent storms

Posted on December 13, 2021December 13, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Gov. Pritzker issues Tornado Disaster Proclamation for Illinois communities impacted by recent storms
Gov. Pritzker issues Tornado Disaster Proclamation for Illinois communities impacted by recent storms

Gov. Pritzker issues Tornado Disaster Proclamation for Illinois communities impacted by recent storms State of Illinois to Continue Providing Emergency Operational Support to Local Communities Governor JB Pritzker issued a disaster proclamation on Monday Dec. 13, 2021 for counties across central and southern Illinois that were impacted by recent storms and tornadoes. A disaster proclamation…

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Augustana College announces new board president

Posted on December 7, 2021December 7, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Augustana College announces new board president
Augustana College announces new board president

Augustana College announces new board president Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois on Tuesday announced the appointment of Dr. Andrea Talentino as its ninth president beginning July 1. The Augustana College Board of Trustees President John Murabito said, “We welcomed Dr. Talentino to campus for a celebration today, and I know she looks forward to seeing you…

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Chicago Faith leaders protest prison treatment at Stateville Correctional

Posted on December 7, 2021December 7, 2021 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Chicago Faith leaders protest prison treatment at Stateville Correctional
Chicago Faith leaders protest prison treatment at Stateville Correctional

Chicago Faith leaders protest prison treatment at Stateville Correctional Press conference: Tuesday, December 7, 2021, 9am What: Faith and Community leaders prayer vigil and water caravan Where: Beginning at Trinity United Church of Christ (400 W 95th St, Chicago, IL 60628) and ending at Stateville Correctional Center Maximum Security Prison (16830 IL-53, Crest Hill, IL…

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U.S. Rep. Marie Newman receives endorsements from 10 suburban mayors

Posted on November 15, 2021November 15, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on U.S. Rep. Marie Newman receives endorsements from 10 suburban mayors
U.S. Rep. Marie Newman receives endorsements from 10 suburban mayors

U.S. Rep. Marie Newman receives endorsements from 10 suburban mayors Congresswoman Marie Newman announced Monday Nov. 15, 2021 that she has received endorsements from ten suburban mayors and village presidents for her re-election to Congress in Illinois’ new 6th District in the Spring Democratic primary elections. “I’ve been in government for years and I’ve never…

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“Oh, What Fun” Festival of Trees is Back to Usher in the Holiday Season in the Quad Cities 

Posted on November 5, 2021November 5, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on “Oh, What Fun” Festival of Trees is Back to Usher in the Holiday Season in the Quad Cities 
“Oh, What Fun” Festival of Trees is Back to Usher in the Holiday Season in the Quad Cities 

“Oh, What Fun” Festival of Trees is Back to Usher in the Holiday Season in the Quad Cities  “Oh, What Fun!” The Kwik Star Festival of Trees is BACK in person this year! Returning to the River Center in downtown Davenport, Iowa, on November 20-28, this year’s Festival brings the magic of the holiday season…

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Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs and Serve Illinois Revive the Spirit of Service through Serving Those Who Served

Posted on November 1, 2021November 1, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs and Serve Illinois Revive the Spirit of Service through Serving Those Who Served
Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs and Serve Illinois Revive the Spirit of Service through Serving Those Who Served

Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs and Serve Illinois Revive the Spirit of Service through Serving Those Who Served Serving Those Who Served is a week-long series of service projects centered around Illinois veterans and Veterans Day. The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs in partnership with Serve Illinois today launched the 2021 Serving Those Who Served…

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Illinois quickly becoming a one-party tyranny as bad officials drag it down

Posted on October 27, 2021October 27, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Illinois quickly becoming a one-party tyranny as bad officials drag it down
Illinois quickly becoming a one-party tyranny as bad officials drag it down

Illinois quickly becoming a one-party tyranny as bad officials drag it down Failed Democrats like Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot and Cook County States Attorney Kim Foxx are not only dragging Cook County down the tubes but they are also dragging the state down with it. Failure of officials like Gov. J.B. Pritzker to speak out…

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American Arab Chamber of Commerce Illinois fights for business rights

Posted on October 3, 2021October 3, 2021 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on American Arab Chamber of Commerce Illinois fights for business rights
American Arab Chamber of Commerce Illinois fights for business rights

American Arab Chamber of Commerce Illinois fights for business rights The American Arab Chamber of Commerce of Illinois which is at the forefront of fighting for the rights of Arab American and Muslim American business owners expanded and consolidated its board this week. The board consists of Trustees who have an equal voice in defining…

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Court-ordered parenting time reunites dad with sons in fathers’ rights case

Posted on August 13, 2021August 13, 2021 By News Editor 3 Comments on Court-ordered parenting time reunites dad with sons in fathers’ rights case
Court-ordered parenting time reunites dad with sons in fathers’ rights case

Court-ordered parenting time reunites dad with sons in fathers’ rights case Fathers’ Rights attorney Jeffery M. Leving helps fathers recover rights to see his children after the mother abruptly cut the father off from seeing his children. Leving discusses the case, family law, divorce proceedings, child custody and Dads’ rights during his weekly radio show on…

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Communities support Police at National Night Out Tuesday Aug. 3

Posted on July 30, 2021August 9, 2021 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Communities support Police at National Night Out Tuesday Aug. 3
Communities support Police at National Night Out Tuesday Aug. 3

Communities support Police at National Night Out Tuesday Aug. 3 By Ray Hanania Cities and villages throughout Chicagoland are hosting National Night Out events on Tuesday, August 3 to show support for Police and the difficult tasks they face in confronting criminals. Over the past two years, police have come under attack as a part…

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Terrence Howard Was the Featured Guest for Conversations with Mark Vargas Event

Posted on July 10, 2021July 10, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Terrence Howard Was the Featured Guest for Conversations with Mark Vargas Event

Terrence Howard Was the Featured Guest for Conversations with Mark Vargas Event Actor and Entrepreneur Terrence Howard was the featured guest for the second Conversations with Mark Vargas that took place on July 9 at Judson University in Elgin. Judson alumnus Mark Vargas ’04 hosted the discussion with Howard about life, business, and finding inspiration. Before a crowd…

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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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Orland Township “Off to the Races”

Posted on June 23, 2021June 23, 2021 By Ray Hanania
Orland Township “Off to the Races”

Orland Township “Off to the Races” Residents invited to Senior Group Outing at Hawthorne Race Course this Summer. Ready to witness the next Secretariat? Orland Township is offering an evening of hospitality, happiness, & horse racing this Summer! Hawthorne Race Course, located at 3501 S. Laramie in Stickney, IL., is the oldest recurrently run family-owned…

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