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  • Jane M. Orient, M.D.
    No, You Do Not Own ‘Your’ Pronouns or My Language Blogger
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    While science grapples with the cause of the life expectancy gap between sexes, men need to make better health choices Health
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    Bolingbrook Town Center Mosaic Ribbon Cutting Scheduled June 7 Culture
  • Guido Reni - Moses with the Tables of the Law - WGA19289. Photo courtesy of WIkipedia
    Will Moses ever come down from the mountain top and save America? Blogger
  • Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau launching into personal attacks at the 2023 State of the Village speech hosted by the politically influenced Orland Chamber of Commerce May 24, 2023
    Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau is “off the rails on a crazy train” Baby Boomers
  • The Orland Fire Protection District hosted a media availability on Thursday May 25, 2023 to review their many achievements as one of the region's and State of Illinois' best Fire Districts.
    Lifesaving achievements focus of media presentation by Orland Fire Protection District officials Features
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    Funding for mental health and education in Tinley Park secured by Senator Hastings Government
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    Senator Michael Hasting ensures degraded former Tinley Park Mental Health Center to be revitalized into a sports park in new law Baby Boomers
  • Senator Michael Hastings urges local businesses to apply for Blue Collar Jobs Act Construction Tax Credits Business
  • Returning for the 12th year, Star Wars Day is back! Join the fun Saturday, June 3rd from 11am - 4pm at the Joliet Public Library - Ottawa Street Branch.
    Star Wars Day is back in Joliet, Illinois Business
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    Pritzker Administration Announces Chicago Citywide Crisis Prevention & Response Unit Chicago
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Ticks in Illinois Found to Have Heartland Virus

Posted on August 14, 2019August 14, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Ticks in Illinois Found to Have Heartland Virus
Ticks in Illinois Found to Have Heartland Virus

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Ticks in Illinois Found to Have Heartland Virus Last summer (2018), a Kankakee County resident tested positive for Heartland virus, the first case reported in Illinois. In response to this human case, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) collaborated with the Illinois Natural History Survey Medical Entomology Laboratory (INHS MEL) and Kankakee County Health…

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Travel Review: the spectacular magnificence of Dubai

Posted on July 23, 2019February 22, 2020 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Travel Review: the spectacular magnificence of Dubai
Travel Review: the spectacular magnificence of Dubai

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Travel Review: the spectacular magnificence of Dubai Dubai takes your experiences beyond reality offering spectacularly designed architecture, and visuals that go far beyond the extreme with the world’s tallest building, one of the world’s largest aquariums, and more luxury high-end shopping malls per capita than any other city in the world By Ray Hanania When…

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Abele and Milwaukee County will make Bradford Beach “accessible.”

Posted on June 3, 2019June 4, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Abele and Milwaukee County will make Bradford Beach “accessible.”
Abele and Milwaukee County will make Bradford Beach “accessible.”

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Abele and Milwaukee County will make Bradford Beach “accessible.” County Executive Chris Abele Monday June 3, 2019 joined Milwaukee County Parks, The Ability Center and community advocates to unveil plans to make Bradford Beach accessible for people with disabilities. Ramp Up, which is targeting a $100,000 fundraising goal, will increase accessibility to the beach through…

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WalletHub releases study of the Best Airlines for 2019

Posted on May 2, 2019May 2, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on WalletHub releases study of the Best Airlines for 2019
WalletHub releases study of the Best Airlines for 2019

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WalletHub releases study of the Best Airlines for 2019 Traveling by plane costs an average of $363 per trip. And choosing the wrong airline has the potential to take even more from us. For instance, 10 animals died during air transportation in 2018, and four major U.S. airlines had at least one pet fatality. While…

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Cab industry being decimated by Uber and Lyft

Posted on April 13, 2019November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Cab industry being decimated by Uber and Lyft
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Cab industry being decimated by Uber and Lyft There is an increasing threat of violence taking place as independent Uber and Lyft drivers push the heavily regulated Taxi Cab industry out of the market. Uber and Lyft are more convenient and use cell phone apps, but is convenience a good alternative to safety? The Taxi…

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Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park offers unique experience for Spring Break

Posted on March 4, 2019March 4, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park offers unique experience for Spring Break
Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park offers unique experience for Spring Break

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Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park offers unique experience for Spring Break Located in the heart of Chicago, Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park, 200 North Columbus Drive, has introduced a variety of guestroom packages perfect for spring break vacations tailored to helping travelers experience all the wonder the Windy City has to offer. From all-encompassing experiences with trips…

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Wallet Hub releases list of safest largest cities in America

Posted on December 3, 2018December 3, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Wallet Hub releases list of safest largest cities in America
Wallet Hub releases list of safest largest cities in America

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Wallet Hub releases list of safest largest cities in America Illinois cities and suburbs barely make this year’s list, but among the safest are Aurora at 13 and Chicago at 133. The Wallet Hub study compares the largest cities in each state based on a range of criteria including number of law enforcement, assaults, hate…

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Amtrak offers lactation suites for nursing mothers

Posted on June 18, 2018June 18, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Amtrak offers lactation suites for nursing mothers
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Amtrak offers lactation suites for nursing mothers Amtrak Opens Mamava Lactation Suite at Chicago Union Station; New option for moms at Midwest’s busiest rail hub Amtrak is proud to introduce a lactation suite to accommodate nursing mothers at its Chicago Union Station on Monday, June 18. This is one of five major Amtrak stations to have…

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Highspeed rail association questions Chicago-O’Hare transit plans

Posted on June 14, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Highspeed rail association questions Chicago-O’Hare transit plans
Highspeed rail association questions Chicago-O’Hare transit plans

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Highspeed rail association questions Chicago-O’Hare transit plans The Midwest High Speed Rail Association issue the following statement regarding Chicago plans to build a high speed rail connecting Chicago’s Loop with O’Hare Airport: Today, the City of Chicago announced that it has chosen Elon Musk’s Boring Company to construct and maintain an express link between downtown…

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IDOT awards $36 million to enhance Illinois transportation

Posted on May 7, 2018May 7, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on IDOT awards $36 million to enhance Illinois transportation
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IDOT awards $36 million to enhance Illinois transportation IDOT Awards $36 Million in Federal Grants to Enhance Transportation in Illinois Communities. Competitive ITEP grant emphasizes bicycle, pedestrian and streetscape projects aimed at improving travel and quality of life The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) today announced a nearly $36 million investment to expand travel options and…

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Illinois Holocaust Museum wins Architecture Award, named one of state’s 200 Great Places

Posted on May 7, 2018May 7, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Illinois Holocaust Museum wins Architecture Award, named one of state’s 200 Great Places
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Illinois Holocaust Museum wins Architecture Award, named one of state’s 200 Great Places The Illinois Council of The American Institute of Architects (AIA Illinois) has named Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center as one of Illinois’ 200 Great Places, in honor of the state’s Bicentennial in 2018. The announcement was made as part of National…

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New book released, “100 Things to do on Route 66 before You Die”

Posted on April 30, 2018April 30, 2018 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on New book released, “100 Things to do on Route 66 before You Die”
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New book released, “100 Things to do on Route 66 before You Die” Local author Jim Hinckley published a new book “100 Things to do on Route 66 Before You Die.” The book offers a variety of exciting and entertaining springtime activities for the family and road-trippers Do you live along the Mother Road and…

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