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  • Father and two daughters Jeffery M Leving
    Father’s Fight to Protect his Abused and Badly Beaten Daughters Dads' Rights
  • Illinois Senator Michael Hastings addressing the Orland Township Democratic Organization Wednesday Oct. 12, 2022
    Hastings announces $75,000 grant for Olympia Fields Bicentennial Park renovations Illinois Legislature
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  • Thaddeus Kosciuszko, Polish hero of the American Revolution. After arriving in America in 1776, Kosciuszko joined the Continental Army. As a skilled engineer, he made significant contributions to the war by designing fortifications for several strategic places such as Philadelphia, West Point, and Saratoga. Kosciuszko later returned to Poland to lead his native military in a 1794 uprising. In Detroit, Courtesy of WIkipedia
    Cook County Treasurer Pappas showcases Polish photographer’s first-ever American exhibit and honors Polish American Heritage Month in Chicago Cook County
  • On Saturday, October 4th, Cook County Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar hosted the Fifth Annual 16th District Dia de los Muertos Resource Fair at his district office. Partnering with Commissioner Aguilar were the Village of Lyons, Lyons School District 103, Teamsters Local 777, and Rincon Family Services.
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    Hastings: $123 million in IDOT projects will improve South Suburban roads through collaboration with local leaders construction
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    Leving Team Prevented a Father’s Wrongful Separation from His Child Dads' Rights
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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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Hastings pleased to see more than $700,000 in grants awarded to local hotels

Posted on September 13, 2023September 13, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Hastings pleased to see more than $700,000 in grants awarded to local hotels
Hastings pleased to see more than $700,000 in grants awarded to local hotels

Hastings pleased to see more than $700,000 in grants awarded to local hotels Nine hotels in the 19th District are set to receive more than $700,000 in Back to Business grants, thanks to State Senator Michael E. Hastings. “Our hospitality industry helps generate revenue and contribute to the economic and social development of our communities,”…

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Senator Michael Hastings urges local businesses to apply for Blue Collar Jobs Act Construction Tax Credits

Posted on May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Senator Michael Hastings urges local businesses to apply for Blue Collar Jobs Act Construction Tax Credits
Senator Michael Hastings urges local businesses to apply for Blue Collar Jobs Act Construction Tax Credits

Senator Michael Hastings urges local businesses to apply for Blue Collar Jobs Act Construction Tax Credits State Senator Michael E. Hastings (D-Frankfort) urges local, eligible businesses to apply for the Blue Collar Jobs Act (BCJA) Tax Credit. The program supports large-scale economic development activities by providing corporate income tax credits to companies that make substantial…

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Fran Hurley invites residents to share Legislative Ideas, Thoughts on How to Make State Government More Efficient

Posted on November 19, 2022November 20, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Fran Hurley invites residents to share Legislative Ideas, Thoughts on How to Make State Government More Efficient
Fran Hurley invites residents to share Legislative Ideas, Thoughts on How to Make State Government More Efficient

Fran Hurley invites residents to share Legislative Ideas, Thoughts on How to Make State Government More Efficient As a new legislative session approaches, state Rep. Fran Hurley is encouraging residents to share their thoughts on potential laws that would help and support the local community. “I’m currently in the process of reviewing ideas for legislation…

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Senator Hastings thanks voters for support in re-election to 19th Senate District seat

Posted on November 16, 2022November 16, 2022 By News Editor No Comments on Senator Hastings thanks voters for support in re-election to 19th Senate District seat
Senator Hastings thanks voters for support in re-election to 19th Senate District seat

Senator Hastings thanks voters for support in re-election to 19th Senate District seat State Senator Michael E. Hastings released the following statement on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022 following the final tabulation of votes in the Nov. 8, 2022 General election. Hastings was re-elected to his seat representing the 19th Illinois Senate District where he has…

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Hurley Highlights Upcoming IDOT Workshops for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program

Posted on October 21, 2022October 21, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Hurley Highlights Upcoming IDOT Workshops for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program
Hurley Highlights Upcoming IDOT Workshops for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program

Hurley Highlights Upcoming IDOT Workshops for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Program State Rep. Fran Hurley is encouraging qualifying disadvantaged small businesses to participate in a series of upcoming virtual workshops for the Illinois Department of Transportation’s (IDOT) Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. “The DBE program supports local businesses, and helps in the construction of infrastructure across…

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Fatherhood symposium set for Oct. 1 in Joliet

Posted on September 24, 2022September 24, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Fatherhood symposium set for Oct. 1 in Joliet
Fatherhood symposium set for Oct. 1 in Joliet

Fatherhood symposium set for Oct. 1 in Joliet The Illinois Council on Responsible Fatherhood, a state board established in 2004 to promote paternal involvement in the upbringing of their children, will present its 2022 annual symposium on Saturday, Oct. 1, at 1:30 p.m. at the Joliet Public Library, 150 N. Ottawa St., Joliet. The event…

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Will County Prosecutor Glasgow files suit against Pritzker’s Safe-T Act

Posted on September 22, 2022September 22, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Will County Prosecutor Glasgow files suit against Pritzker’s Safe-T Act
Will County Prosecutor Glasgow files suit against Pritzker’s Safe-T Act

Will County Prosecutor Glasgow files suit against Pritzker’s Safe-T Act The Safe-T Act HB 3653 was pushed through the Illinois General Assembly during the middle of the night in January 2022 in order to ease the punishments against criminals and making law abiding citizens exposed to dangerous criminals. Will County Prosecutor. Pritzker signed the bill …

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