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Orland Fire District inducts firefighter trainees into fulltime positions

March 5, 2026March 6, 2026 News Editor No Comments

Orland Fire District inducts firefighter trainees into fulltime positions Orland Park, IL – The Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD) Wednesday (March 4, 2026) swore in five firefighter trainees to positions of full-time firefighters. The five inductees trained for more than a year before qualifying for the positions, and included Benjamin Bergen, Christopher Bailey, Philip McLaughlin,…

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OFPD to co-sponsor blood drive March 21 with Vitalant at Orland Library

March 4, 2026March 4, 2026 News Editor No Comments

OFPD to co-sponsor blood drive March 21 with Vitalant at Orland Library Orland Park, IL — The Orland Fire Protection District will host a blood drive with Vitalant Blood Donor Center at the Orland Park Public Library, 14921 Ravinia Avenue, Orland Park, on March 21, 2026. The event will be held from 10 AM to…

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Moderate Jewish Lobby J Street denounces Trump war on Iran

February 28, 2026February 28, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Moderate Jewish Lobby J Street denounces Trump war on Iran J Street President Jeremy Ben Ami released the following statement from J Street, the moderate and powerful voice of peace and mutual recognition for the Jewish people in America, on the war started by President Donald Trump against Iran We are appalled by President Trump’s…

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Sean Casten Statement on US Military Action in Iran

February 28, 2026February 28, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Sean Casten Statement on US Military Action in Iran Washington, D.C. — U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (IL-06) released the following statement on US military action in Iran: “Iran’s regime is repressive and destabilizing. Its proxies sow chaos across the region. No one disputes that Iran presents serious challenges. Its support for proxy militias, regional interference, and…

Crime, Government, News, Politics, Racism, Religion

Phil Andrew: Attack on Iran Without Congressional Approval Risks American Lives

February 28, 2026February 28, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Phil Andrew: Attack on Iran Without Congressional Approval Risks American Lives Former FBI Agent, Phil Andrew Calls Out Trump Administration For Decisions That Could Ignite Regional Conflict, Demanding Congressional Oversight and Clear Objectives (Buffalo Grove – February 28th, 2026 ) – This morning, Phil Andrew, Candidate for Congress in Illinois’ 9th District and former FBI…

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Video promotion for Richard Boykin candidate for the 7th Congressional District

February 28, 2026February 28, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Video promotion for Richard Boykin candidate for the 7th Congressional District Richard Boykin, a candidate for the 7th Congressional District election to succeed Congressman Danny Davis, released the following promotional video that includes endorsements of some of the region’s most important public servants and community leaders. View the video at the bottom of this report….

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Important News: ICYMI: WBEZ details AIPAC dark money support for Donna Miller

February 27, 2026February 27, 2026 News Editor No Comments

Important News: ICYMI: WBEZ details AIPAC dark money support for Donna Miller Dark Money making its way into Illinois elections, tied to AIPAC and Donna Miller, a recent news stories showcased by Congressional Candidate Robert Peters shows. CHICAGO (Friday, February 27, 2026)– A new WBEZ investigative report details the American Israel Public Affairs Committee’s efforts…

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Important News: TV producer detained by ICE among WGN TV lay offs

February 27, 2026February 27, 2026 News Editor No Comments

Important News: TV producer detained by ICE among WGN TV lay-offs A producer who got caught up in protests against ICE and was detained is among the reporters and editorial workers laid off by WGN TV this past week. The lay-offs came as a surprise to all. Many good journalist, unfortunately, lost their jobs. Rumor…