Skip to content
  • Subscribe
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Youtube
  • Instagram
  • Email
  • Home
  • News
  • Opinion
  • Entertainment
  • Features
  • Advertise
  • Subscribe to Ray’s Columns
Suburban Chicagoland

Suburban Chicagoland

Original News, Features & Opinion on Chicago, Illinois and America

  • About
    • About
    • Advertise
    • Our Writers
      • Ray Hanania
      • Bill Lipinski
      • Biography: Aaron Hanania
    • Terms of Service
    • Privacy Policy
    • Reach Out
  • Sections
    • Restaurant Reviews
    • Events
    • Opinion
    • News
    • Features
    • Seniors
    • Comic Strip
  • Library
    • “MIdnight Flight” Online Book
      • Midnight Flight Book Overview
      • Midnight Flight Introduction
      • Midnight Flight Chapter 1
      • Midnight Flight Chapter 2
      • Midnight Flight Chapter 3
      • Midnight Flight Chapter 4
      • Midnight Flight Chapter 5
      • Midnight Flight Chapter 6
      • Midnight Flight Chapter 7
      • Midnight Flight Chapter 8
      • Midnight Flight Chapter 9
      • Midnight Flight Chapter 10
      • Midnight Flight Chapter 11
      • Midnight Flight Chapter 12
      • Midnight Flight Chapter 13
    • Villages, Cities & Towns
    • Federal Office Holders
    • County Officials
    • Legislators
  • Subscribe to Ray’s Columns
  • Comment
  • Radio, Podcast, Books
  • News Wire
  • Hanania on Tiktok
  • Archive 2004-2013
  • Toggle search form
  • Cook County Treasurer Maria Papas
    Pappas Study Calls for Halt to Runaway Property Taxes Cook County
  • Photo of cast from "Architecture Of Memory” (left to right): Anthony Taylor, Virginia Van Lieshout, Nik Graves, Ellyzabeth Adler, Austin Rambo, Maya Paletta Photo by Zakari Kaletka
    Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble performs “Architecture of Memory” May 8 – 23, 2026 Culture
  • Father and daughter Leving photo
    Leving Legal Team Frees Father and Daughter from Fear Dads' Rights
  • Jeffrey Paustian Dads' Rights
    Leving Law Firm Matrimonial Law Seminar: Best Practices in Analyzing Financial Records and Discovering Hidden Assets Arthur Kallow
  • Father son image Leving
    Dad Won Justice After Being Blocked From His Sons’ Lives Dads' Rights
  • medicare for all graphic US Rep Jayapal
    Chicago Passes Medicare for All Resolution Chicago
  • HOT ROD DRAG WEEK 2026
     Celebrate 100 Years of Route 66 & America’s 250th! Entertainment
  • Feck Awards Courtesy of the Chaz Ebert
    Inaugural FECK Awards Honor Four Extraordinary Changemakers Championing Forgiveness, Empathy, Compassion, and Kindness Culture
  • Founding families of Oak Lawn Public Library event March 2026
    OLPL to Open “Founding Families of Oak Lawn” Local History Exhibit News
  • 03-13-26 laundry room fire at Mario Tricoci Orland Park
    Orland Fire responds to laundry room fire at Mario Tricoci salon Business
  • Hastings advances measures to simplify subscription cancellations, & fights for stronger oversight of Buy-Now-Pay-Later loans to protect Illinois consumers Business
  • March 2026 Treasurer's Ad
    Paying your tax bill online is easy and safe, but you can also pay by mail or in person Cook County
  • Orland Park Mayor Jim Dodge
    Orland Park Sportsplex Annual Family Health Fair Returns March 14 Events
  • High school superintendent salaries and school reading proficiency levels. A chart put together by governor candidate Ted Dabrowski
    Ted Dabrowski cuts through the BS and takes on the biggest drain on property taxes Business
  • Jeffery Leving provided photo
    Dad Won Sole Custody, Saving His Baby from a Life of Danger Dads' Rights

Paul Ciolino co-hosts new WLS radio show on crime

Posted on December 22, 2018December 22, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Paul Ciolino co-hosts new WLS radio show on crime
Paul Ciolino co-hosts new WLS radio show on crime

Paul Ciolino co-hosts new WLS radio show on crime Reavis High school graduate and criminal investigator Paul Ciolino is the co-host with former police officer and attorney Lupe Aguirre of The POPO Report every Saturday night on WLS AM 890 Radio from 7 to 9 PM (Chicago time). Each week, the show examines stories about…

Read More “Paul Ciolino co-hosts new WLS radio show on crime” »

  • Tweet
Chicago, Crime, Entertainment, Features, General Topics, National, News, Politics, Radio

Weinberg resigns as Lyons coach

Posted on December 21, 2018December 22, 2018 By Steve Metsch No Comments on Weinberg resigns as Lyons coach

Weinberg resigns as Lyons coach Missed playoffs for first time; cites personal reasons  By Steve Metsch After 10 seasons as the head football coach for Lyons Township High School, Kurt Weinberg has resigned. The move comes after one of the most dismal seasons in school history. Lyons was winless in five home games, was shut…

Read More “Weinberg resigns as Lyons coach” »

  • Tweet
News, Suburban Chicagoland

Tollway contracts $83 million for professional engineering and road construction for December

Posted on December 21, 2018January 6, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Tollway contracts $83 million for professional engineering and road construction for December
Tollway contracts $83 million for professional engineering and road construction for December

Tollway contracts $83 million for professional engineering and road construction for December Illinois Tollway awards more than $83 million in contracts for construction and professional engineering services in December. Nearly $6.3 billion invested since start of Move Illinois Program The Illinois Tollway Board of Directors today approved five construction contracts and three professional engineering service contracts…

Read More “Tollway contracts $83 million for professional engineering and road construction for December” »

  • Tweet
Government, News, Suburban Chicagoland, Transportation

Have we lost our family focus this holiday season?

Posted on December 21, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Have we lost our family focus this holiday season?
Have we lost our family focus this holiday season?

Have we lost our family focus this holiday season? Christmas isn’t about family any more. It’s about commerce, money and spending. And that’s too bad. It’s a holiday season that should be enjoyed by families with a focus on families, not on spending money By Ray Hanania Next week will be Christmas and I bet…

Read More “Have we lost our family focus this holiday season?” »

  • Tweet
Baby Boomers, Blogger, Commentary, Festival, Opinion, rayhanania, Religion

Kevin Hart and the real problem with the Oscars

Posted on December 21, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Kevin Hart and the real problem with the Oscars
Kevin Hart and the real problem with the Oscars

Kevin Hart and the real problem with the Oscars Comedian Kevin Hart made a comedy joke that lampooned Gays and he was quickly tossed from hosting this year’s Oscars. But the real controversy is the Oscars. Are they even relevant anymore? By Ray Hanania I wish the Oscars reacted to complaints as fast and as…

Read More “Kevin Hart and the real problem with the Oscars” »

  • Tweet
Blogger, Comedy, Commentary, Entertainment, Opinion, Politics, rayhanania

Illinois Tollway Authority passes balanced budget

Posted on December 20, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Illinois Tollway Authority passes balanced budget
Illinois Tollway Authority passes balanced budget

Illinois Tollway Authority passes balanced budget The Illinois Tollway Authority, which has come under attack by the Daily Herald, has done what many public agencies continue to fail to do and that is to live within their spending approving a balanced budget for the coming year. Despite this, critics continue to play politics and attack…

Read More “Illinois Tollway Authority passes balanced budget” »

  • Tweet
Blogger, Commentary, Government, Media Bias, Opinion, rayhanania, Suburban Chicagoland, Transportation

Sandoval, Schillerstrom, Gorman announce new jobs coming to Illinois

Posted on December 19, 2018January 6, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Sandoval, Schillerstrom, Gorman announce new jobs coming to Illinois
Sandoval, Schillerstrom, Gorman announce new jobs coming to Illinois

Sandoval, Schillerstrom, Gorman announce new jobs coming to Illinois Access to training, apprenticeships and careers within skilled construction trades offered through the Tollway’s new ConstructionWorks program Earlier this week, Senator Sandoval was joined by Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, Representative Marcus Evans, Illinois Tollway Board Chairman Bob Schillerstrom and Executive Director Liz Gorman to…

Read More “Sandoval, Schillerstrom, Gorman announce new jobs coming to Illinois” »

  • Tweet
Briefs, Business, News, Suburban Chicagoland, Transportation

Tax Raisers ready for massive Gas Tax increase

Posted on December 19, 2018January 6, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Tax Raisers ready for massive Gas Tax increase
Tax Raisers ready for massive Gas Tax increase

Tax Raisers ready for massive Gas Tax increase In an urgent press conference at the Illinois State building the Illinois Representatives Allen Skillicorn (R) and Jeanne Ives (R) warned of an impending fuel tax hike. According to Representative Skillicorn, “There is a horrible rumor going around Springfield. Actually this is the worst kept secret in…

Read More “Tax Raisers ready for massive Gas Tax increase” »

  • Tweet
breaking news, Chicago, Government, News, Taxes

PTO Prez joins Lyons SD 103 board

Posted on December 19, 2018December 19, 2018 By Steve Metsch No Comments on PTO Prez joins Lyons SD 103 board

PTO Prez joins Lyons SD 103 board Tom Weiner judged best of eight candidates  By Steve Metsch As the newest board member, Tom Weiner said his main focus is making sure Lyons School District 103 continues “moving in the right direction.” Weiner, 57, on Dec. 10 was selected by the board to serve the remaining…

Read More “PTO Prez joins Lyons SD 103 board” »

  • Tweet
News, Suburban Chicagoland

Desperate news media turns to scams to profit

Posted on December 18, 2018November 29, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Desperate news media turns to scams to profit
Desperate news media turns to scams to profit

Desperate news media turns to scams to profit Newspaper circulations are way down and TV audience numbers are even lower and dropping. The mainstream news media, which in the course of the past two years has transformed itself from a professional Fourth Estate to a Third Political Party, is facing a money crunch. So the…

Read More “Desperate news media turns to scams to profit” »

  • Tweet
Baby Boomers, Blogger, Business, Commentary, General Topics, Media Bias, Opinion, Politics, rayhanania, Technology

Protests against “racism” must be effective and civil

Posted on December 18, 2018March 30, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Protests against “racism” must be effective and civil
Protests against “racism” must be effective and civil

Protests against “racism” must be effective and civil Protestors have been disrupting meetings of the Palos Township board for nearly 18 months as a part of a political strategy devised by Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle to undermine her anti-tax critics led by County Commissioner Sean Morrison. They are targeting Sharon Brannigan out of…

Read More “Protests against “racism” must be effective and civil” »

  • Tweet
Blogger, Commentary, Editors Pick, elections, Features, Government, Opinion, Orland Park, Politics, Racism, rayhanania, Religion, Suburban Chicagoland

Tollway launches Construction Works program in Northern Illinois

Posted on December 17, 2018December 17, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Tollway launches Construction Works program in Northern Illinois
Tollway launches Construction Works program in Northern Illinois

Tollway launches Construction Works program in Northern Illinois Access to training, apprenticeships and careers within skilled construction trades offered through the Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership Joined by Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle, state transportation leaders Sen. Martin Sandoval and Rep. Marcus Evans, Illinois Tollway Board Chairman Bob Schillerstrom and Executive Director Liz Gorman announced today…

Read More “Tollway launches Construction Works program in Northern Illinois” »

  • Tweet
Government, News, Suburban Chicagoland, Transportation

Suburban Chicagoland & The Future News newspaper advertisers

Posted on December 16, 2018January 15, 2019 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Suburban Chicagoland & The Future News newspaper advertisers

Suburban Chicagoland & The Future News newspaper advertisers Your Advertisement will appear on ALL EXISTING WEB PAGES Past, present and future pages during the life of your ad campaign. That’s Significant! * * * * * * * * TO ADVERTISE, CONTACT OUR ADVERTISING AGENT FUTURE NEWS NEWS MEDIA BY CLICKING HERE Suburban Chicagoland News…

Read More “Suburban Chicagoland & The Future News newspaper advertisers” »

  • Tweet
News

Second slate enters race for Orland Park Trustees

Posted on December 14, 2018December 14, 2018 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Second slate enters race for Orland Park Trustees
Second slate enters race for Orland Park Trustees

People Over Politics Party announces Orland Park trustee slate, led by activists Cindy Katsenes and local author Bill Healy

  • Tweet
elections, Government, News, news release, Orland Park, Politics

Gun Violence Deaths Reach Record Highs in 2017

Posted on December 14, 2018December 14, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Gun Violence Deaths Reach Record Highs in 2017
Gun Violence Deaths Reach Record Highs in 2017

Gun Violence Deaths Reach Record Highs in 2017 Congresswoman Robin Kelly, a Democrat, blames President Trump and lack of tougher gun control on the rising violence in Chicago and the suburbs, not on street gangs, criminals or failed policies of local officials like Mayor Rahm Emanuel Congresswoman Robin Kelly, vice chair of the House Gun…

Read More “Gun Violence Deaths Reach Record Highs in 2017” »

  • Tweet
Crime, Government, News, Police, Releases, Suburban Chicagoland

Illinois Tollway adds bad weather driving alerts to Twitter Feed

Posted on December 14, 2018December 14, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Illinois Tollway adds bad weather driving alerts to Twitter Feed
Illinois Tollway adds bad weather driving alerts to Twitter Feed

Illinois Tollway adds bad weather driving alerts to Twitter Feed The Illinois Tollway has added inclement weather driving condition alerts to their real-time Twitter feed to help drivers keep up with changing weather conditions. Tollway tweets now offer pavement conditions along with accident, lane closure and incident reports The Illinois Tollway now is using Twitter to…

Read More “Illinois Tollway adds bad weather driving alerts to Twitter Feed” »

  • Tweet
News, Transportation

Bob Bong on Business: First Midwest Buys Bridgeview Bank

Posted on December 13, 2018December 13, 2018 By Bob Bong No Comments on Bob Bong on Business: First Midwest Buys Bridgeview Bank
Bob Bong on Business: First Midwest Buys Bridgeview Bank

Bob Bong on Business: First Midwest Buys Bridgeview Bank Bridgeview Bank sells to First Midwest Community bank deal valued at $145 million By Bob Bong Bridgeview Bank, a community bank founded in Bridgeview in 1971 and which emphasized a personal and small business focus, has agreed to be acquired by First Midwest Bank in a cash…

Read More “Bob Bong on Business: First Midwest Buys Bridgeview Bank” »

  • Tweet
Business, Features

Bridgeview Police searching for suspect in Hann Funeral Home shooting

Posted on December 13, 2018December 13, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Bridgeview Police searching for suspect in Hann Funeral Home shooting
Bridgeview Police searching for suspect in Hann Funeral Home shooting

Bridgeview Police searching for suspect in Hann Funeral Home shooting A man attending a funeral in Bridgeview was shot on Wednesday night (Dec. 12, 2018) during a brawl that took place among members of rival street gangs. other he injured man and the shooter are at large. Polic ear asking for the public’s help to…

Read More “Bridgeview Police searching for suspect in Hann Funeral Home shooting” »

  • Tweet
breaking news, Crime, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Posts pagination

Previous 1 … 162 163 164 … 208 Next

Links to the Latest News by other media that is worth reading with attribution
  • NEWS
  • Cook County Treasurer Maria Papas
    Pappas Study Calls for Halt to Runaway Property Taxes
    March 30, 2026
  • Photo of cast from "Architecture Of Memory” (left to right): Anthony Taylor, Virginia Van Lieshout, Nik Graves, Ellyzabeth Adler, Austin Rambo, Maya Paletta Photo by Zakari Kaletka
    Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble performs “Architecture of Memory” May 8 – 23, 2026
    March 26, 2026
  • Father and daughter Leving photo
    Leving Legal Team Frees Father and Daughter from Fear
    March 26, 2026
  • Jeffrey Paustian Dads' Rights
    Leving Law Firm Matrimonial Law Seminar: Best Practices in Analyzing Financial Records and Discovering Hidden Assets
    March 24, 2026
  • Father son image Leving
    Dad Won Justice After Being Blocked From His Sons’ Lives
    March 18, 2026

Courageous Thought Syndicate Columns

Subscribe to Ray Hanania's column graphic

Enter Your Email to Subscribe to Ray Hanania’s Columns

  • The-Kings-Pawn-Book-300-x-300.png

Mohammed Faheem The Lightning Strike Radio

Restaurant Reviews

Photo: Sullivan's Steakhouse Lobster Tempura
Restaurant Reviews
  • OPINION
  • Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas website
    Illinois lets senior citizens defer up to $7,500 a year in property taxes
    January 2, 2026
  • Ray Hanania Radio and Podcasts
    December 26, 2025
  • Cook County Treasurer Maria Papas
    Financial planning tool offers free online help to budget late tax payments
    December 11, 2025
John Kass Columns

Order the book PoweR PR; Ethnic Activists Guide to Strategic Communications

YOUTUBE VIDEOS

CLICK TO SUBSCRIBE TO RAY HANANIA'S YOUTUBE VIDEOS


Click here to view the video on YouTube or use the widget below.

Follow Ray Hanania at
Twitter
Facebook
TitkTok
BlueSky
RayHanania Columns

Creative Commons License
All work on this website is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Do not edit original work. Give credit to the original source. Some photos published with permission from Zemanta and Wikipedia.

Categories

Copyright © 2022 Suburban Chicagoland & Urban Strategies Group

Powered by PressBook Premium theme