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Rep. Newman Ald. O’Shea announce improvements to eliminate train blockages

Posted on September 23, 2021September 23, 2021 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Rep. Newman Ald. O’Shea announce improvements to eliminate train blockages
Rep. Newman Ald. O’Shea announce improvements to eliminate train blockages

Rep. Newman Ald. O’Shea announce improvements to eliminate train blockages As a result of a working group with Rep. Newman, Ald. O’Shea, CSX, The Chicago Transportation Coordination Office, and state and local officials, new processes are in place to eliminate road-rail conflicts, avoid first responder delays, and reduce traffic congestion on Chicago’s Southwest Side. Today,…

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Data analysis lays out 10 facts about pre-trial Electronic Monitoring by Cook County Sheriff

Posted on September 23, 2021September 23, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Data analysis lays out 10 facts about pre-trial Electronic Monitoring by Cook County Sheriff
Data analysis lays out 10 facts about pre-trial Electronic Monitoring by Cook County Sheriff

Data analysis lays out 10 facts about pre-trial Electronic Monitoring by Cook County Sheriff Cook County Sheriff Thomas Dart challenges conclusions Chicago Appleseed Center for Fair Courts and the Chicago Council of Lawyers have released a report, 10 Facts about Pretrial Electronic Monitoring in Cook County.  The report catalogs ten data-based facts about the Cook County Sheriff’s…

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Leving reflects on case saving little girl and analyzes pre-nuptial agreements

Posted on September 21, 2021September 21, 2021 By News Editor No Comments on Leving reflects on case saving little girl and analyzes pre-nuptial agreements
Leving reflects on case saving little girl and analyzes pre-nuptial agreements

Leving reflects on case saving little girl and analyzes pre-nuptial agreements Nationally renowned matrimonial attorney Jeffery M. Leving has been fighting for fathers and “at risk” children for 40 years, accumulating many court victories. “All of the cases I have litigated are important,” Leving said. “They’re important to the dads and kids whose lives we’ve…

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How Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is a minority community abuser

Posted on September 20, 2021September 20, 2021 By Ray Hanania 5 Comments on How Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is a minority community abuser
How Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is a minority community abuser

How Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is a minority community abuser Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is a serial minority community abuser. That’s someone who hides behind their minority status and then proceeds to discriminate against other minorities. In this case, Lightfoot is discriminating against Arab Americans and some Asian Americans, closing their stores over frivolous code…

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La Crepe Bistro offers genuine French cuisine in Southwest suburbs

Posted on September 18, 2021December 19, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on La Crepe Bistro offers genuine French cuisine in Southwest suburbs
La Crepe Bistro offers genuine French cuisine in Southwest suburbs

La Crepe Bistro offers genuine French cuisine in Southwest suburbs If you are looking for a great French restaurant and that authentic French experience, you don’t have to look further than La Crepe Bistro in Homer Glen. The menu is exquisite and the food is authentic. No one replicates the French cafe aura better than…

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More than $39,000 in property tax overpayments returned to Arab community thanks to Pappas and Arab Chamber

Posted on September 17, 2021September 17, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on More than $39,000 in property tax overpayments returned to Arab community thanks to Pappas and Arab Chamber
More than $39,000 in property tax overpayments returned to Arab community thanks to Pappas and Arab Chamber

More than $39,000 in property tax overpayments returned to Arab community thanks to Pappas and Arab Chamber American Arab Chamber of Commerce President Hassan Nijem, an “Honorary Cook County Treasurer,” said he is working with Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas to refund thousands in overpaid property taxes that can be refunded. More than $39,000 was refunded during…

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More endorsements for Nonato for Water Reclamation District

Posted on September 17, 2021September 17, 2021 By News Editor No Comments on More endorsements for Nonato for Water Reclamation District
More endorsements for Nonato for Water Reclamation District

More endorsements for Nonato for Water Reclamation District Fundraiser set for September 26th in Park Ridge at 1 PM Cristina Nonato who is running for the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District is hosting a fundraiser on Sept. 26th at 1130 N. Northwest Highway in Parkridge. Tickets are $75 each with sponsorships available for $$500, 1,000 and…

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Niemeyer to retire as Village Manager

Posted on September 17, 2021September 17, 2021 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Niemeyer to retire as Village Manager
Niemeyer to retire as Village Manager

Niemeyer to retire as Village Manager After seven highly productive years with the Village of Tinley Park, Village Manager Dave Niemeyer has announced he is retiring as an Illinois city manager. His final day as Village Manager will be Friday, Oct. 8. “I have had an enjoyable and fulfilling 38-year career in Illinois local government,…

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