Suburban Chicagoland News & Opinion

Orland Fire offers tips on avoiding mishaps while barbecuing

May 8, 2018May 8, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Fire offers tips on avoiding mishaps while barbecuing Safe grilling is the topic May 24 at the Orland Fire Protection District’s monthly program “Coffee and Conversations” which addresses a wide range of topics involving family and personal safety. How to barbecue safely and avoid mishaps is the topic of this month’s “Coffee and Conversation” hosted…

Events, Features, Government, News, Orland Park, Suburban Chicagoland

Online shopping killing retail stores and our families, too

May 7, 2018November 29, 2019 Ray Hanania No Comments

Online shopping killing retail stores and our families, too The closings of Toys-R-Us, Carsons and other major retailers is a sign of weakness in our economy and the erosion of family life, shifting from personal family involvement to individual use of computers and technology. It’s not just about an economic problem. It’s about the weakening…

Baby Boomers, Blogger, Business, Commentary, General Topics, National, Opinion, rayhanania, Suburban Chicagoland, Technology

IDOT awards $36 million to enhance Illinois transportation

May 7, 2018May 7, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

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…

Business, Chicago, General Topics, News, Suburban Chicagoland, Travel

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

May 7, 2018May 7, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

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…

Features, General Topics, News, Suburban Chicagoland, Travel

CEDA offers student scholarships for low-income families

May 7, 2018May 7, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

CEDA offers student scholarships for low-income families The Community and Economic Development Association (CEDA) is offering scholarships for students in low-income families. The scholarships range from $500 to $3,000 for residents of Suburban Cook County. Students must submit a competed scholarship application (that can be obtained by going online at www.CEDAOrg.net) no later than Friday…

Education, Government, News

Victim’s Mother Releases Memoir for Gun Violence Awareness Month

May 7, 2018May 7, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

Victim’s Mother Releases Memoir for Gun Violence Awareness Month A Better Place Finding Peace in the Face of Tragedy Last June, thousands of people across the country observed Gun Violence Awareness Monthby rallying together and wearing orange. As the epidemic of violence continues, the demand for gun safety and awareness is even higher this year. Since…

Books & Films, Crime, Features, News

CUB to host meeting in Palos Township to help consumers save money

May 6, 2018May 6, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

CUB to host meeting in Palos Township to help consumers save money Palos Township will be hosting a Citizens Utility Board (CUB) event on May 30, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. A free mini breakfast with coffee, juice and donuts will be offered to attendees, donated by Palos Township Trustee Sharon Branigan. Branigan,…

Government, Health, News, Seniors, Suburban Chicagoland, Taxes

Teenager uses iPhone 6 to write his first novel

May 5, 2018September 8, 2024 Ray Hanania No Comments

Teenager uses iPhone 6 to write his first novel A 16 year old teenager from Chicago’s Southwest suburbs has published his first novel, “TheKing’s Pawn.” And Aaron Hanania explains he wrote the book only using his iPhone 6. Here’s the plot: A scientist creates a revolutionary experiment, The King’s Pawn, in which the participants are…

Books & Films, breaking news, Editors Pick, Entertainment, Features, National, News, Orland Park, Suburban Chicagoland

Whatsa matta, Yu?

May 3, 2018May 3, 2018 Steve Metsch No Comments

Whatsa matta, Yu? Cubs’ big free agent struggling, needs help By Steve Metsch The big question in Chicago baseball this season isn’t if the White Sox will lose 100 games, which looks like a safe bet. It’s “whatsa matta, Yu?” As in, what’s the matter with the Cubs’ free agent darling, starting pitcher Yu Darvish….

ComEd Readies for Severe Weather Across Northern Illinois

May 2, 2018September 25, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

ComEd Readies for Severe Weather Across Northern Illinois ComEd, the energy company, encourages customers in Chicagoland to be safe and report outage information via text or call in the face of heavy storms headed to Chicagoland and the suburbs Wednesday May 2, 2018 ComEd is closely monitoring and preparing for severe weather that may affect…

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Can Mayoral challengers step up to give Emanuel a run for his money?

May 1, 2018May 1, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

Can Mayoral challengers step up to give Emanuel a run for his money? A new analysis by the Illinois Campaign for Political Reform looks at how record spending is making it difficult to challenge incumbents who raise huge campaign war chests in New York, Chicago and Los Angeles. Can challengers in Chicago really challenge Mayor…

Chicago, elections, Government, News, Politics

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

April 30, 2018April 30, 2018 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

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…

Books & Films, Chicago, Features, General Topics, National, News, Suburban Chicagoland, Travel

Toyota Park: Through the years

April 30, 2018April 30, 2018 Steve Metsch 1 Comment

Toyota Park: Through the years It’s hosted soccer, music legends, ethnic festivals By Steve Metsch Bridgeview’s Toyota Park – which will be renamed SeatGeek Stadium starting in 2019 – has been home to some historic and memorable events since it opened in June 2006. First and foremost, it’s been home to the Chicago Fire, a…

News, Suburban Chicagoland

Hello, SeatGeek Stadium

April 30, 2018April 30, 2018 Steve Metsch No Comments

Hello, SeatGeek Stadium Bridgeview approves renaming of Toyota Park By Steve Metsch and Ray Hanania By unanimous vote, the Bridgeview Village Board has approved a partnership which will have a new name for what’s long been called Toyota Park SeatGeek and the village have agreed on naming the popular soccer and concert venue SeatGeek Stadium…

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No injuries reported at Orland Park retail store fire

April 29, 2018April 30, 2018 Ray Hanania No Comments

No injuries reported at Orland Park retail store fire A fire was reported at the Old Navy retailer store at 105 Orland Park Place Drive inside the Orland Park Place Mall on Sunday night at around 5:30 pm that caused significant fire and smoke damage to the store. Fire officials said more than 30 people…

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Wolves start Thursday, lose Friday

April 27, 2018April 28, 2018 Steve Metsch No Comments

Wolves start Thursday, lose Friday Season ends after longest game in franchise history By Steve Metsch In case you missed it, the Wolves season came to a sudden conclusion at 12:08 a.m. Friday. That’s when Rockford’s Victor Ejdsell scored on a blast from the right circle, the puck beating goalie Max Lagace, finding the back…

Opinion, Sports

Bridgeview Stadium is an investment in our future

April 27, 2018November 29, 2019 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Bridgeview Stadium is an investment in our future Toyota Park changes its name to SeatGeek Stadium, remaining one of the Southwest Side and suburbs most valuable economic assets next to Midway Airport in driving up home, jobs and economic wellbeing in the Southwest Region By Ray Hanania For many years, the Southwest Side and suburbs…

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The only show in town

April 26, 2018April 28, 2018 Steve Metsch No Comments

The only show in town Wolves face do-or-die game tonight vs. Rockford By Steve Metsch I’m not sure what’s on your agenda tonight, but if you have nothing planned, I highly suggest heading out to Rosemont. There at the refurbished and very fan-friendly Allstate Arena, you can watch the only pro…

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