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Fritz Kaegi’s artificial inflation of property assessments to protect businesses

Posted on September 27, 2023October 28, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Fritz Kaegi’s artificial inflation of property assessments to protect businesses
Fritz Kaegi’s artificial inflation of property assessments to protect businesses

Fritz Kaegi’s artificial inflation of property assessments to protect businesses By Ray Hanania Last year, a report was issued that showed that a major tax burden would slam commercial properties in Cook County. Cook County Asessor Fritz Kaegi reassessed properties in 2021 claiming it would ease the burden on homeowners. But in fact, it has…

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Daughter threatened saved by father in legal fight, Leving says

Posted on September 27, 2023September 27, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Daughter threatened saved by father in legal fight, Leving says
Daughter threatened saved by father in legal fight, Leving says

Daughter threatened saved by father in legal fight, Leving says A loving father who feared his daughter was being threatened physically turned to me for help — and we delivered for him. This is the case I’ll be talking about on my weekly radio show, the Dads’ Rights Legal Hour, 9-10 a.m. CDT Saturday, September…

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YouGov Poll shows Robert F. Kennedy Jr Presidential candidacy surging

Posted on September 27, 2023September 27, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on YouGov Poll shows Robert F. Kennedy Jr Presidential candidacy surging
YouGov Poll shows Robert F. Kennedy Jr Presidential candidacy surging

YouGov Poll shows Robert F. Kennedy Jr Presidential candidacy surging Poll: Majority of Americans Support RFK Jr. Running as an Independent; Democratic National Committee working to undermine democracy by blocking independent candidates.Kennedy gets 17% vs Biden and Trump, draws equally from both. The Democratic Party has rigged its primary against Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., but…

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Court orders wife to stop selling marital assets

Posted on September 25, 2023September 25, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Court orders wife to stop selling marital assets
Court orders wife to stop selling marital assets

Court orders wife to stop selling marital assets The father of a 7-year-old girl was rightfully upset when the child’s mother sold a very rare and expensive antique car that the couple acquired while married without his knowledge or consent and without sharing the proceeds. Attorney Jeffery Leving, founder and president of the Law Offices…

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Car crashes into Orland Park post Office

Posted on September 22, 2023September 22, 2023 By Ray Hanania 2 Comments on Car crashes into Orland Park post Office
Car crashes into Orland Park post Office

Car crashes into Orland Park post Office At approximately 1:49 PM on Thursday, September 21st, 2023, The Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD) responded to a report that a car had crashed into the building at 9500 W. 144th Place, identified as the Orland Park Post Office. On arrival crews found a vehicle that had driven…

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CLE at Leving firm to focus on conflicts of interest in family law cases

Posted on September 19, 2023September 19, 2023 By News Editor No Comments on CLE at Leving firm to focus on conflicts of interest in family law cases
CLE at Leving firm to focus on conflicts of interest in family law cases

CLE at Leving firm to focus on conflicts of interest in family law cases The Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving Ltd. will host the next presentation of the Arthur S. Kallow Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar Series on Wednesday, Sept. 20 at 6:30 p.m. CDT at 19 S. LaSalle St. in Chicago. Distinguished attorney…

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Hastings urges residents to apply for energy bill assistance program

Posted on September 18, 2023September 18, 2023 By Ray Hanania 2 Comments on Hastings urges residents to apply for energy bill assistance program
Hastings urges residents to apply for energy bill assistance program

Hastings urges residents to apply for energy bill assistance program State Senator Michael E. Hastings is urging all eligible residents to apply for the state’s Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program to help them pay high utility bills. Applications will be accepted starting Oct. 2 through Aug. 15, 2024. “Families should not be forced to choose…

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Pappas’ office helps Chicago couple get $2,447 property tax refund

Posted on September 15, 2023September 15, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Pappas’ office helps Chicago couple get $2,447 property tax refund
Pappas’ office helps Chicago couple get $2,447 property tax refund

Pappas’ office helps Chicago couple get $2,447 property tax refund Your Property Taxes with Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas  By Maria Pappas Many Cook County homeowners are losing thousands of dollars in savings because they are not taking advantage of property tax breaks. My office recently helped an older couple on Chicago’s North Side receive…

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Orland Firefighters host commemoration to remember victims of Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks

Posted on September 13, 2023September 13, 2023 By News Editor 1 Comment on Orland Firefighters host commemoration to remember victims of Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks
Orland Firefighters host commemoration to remember victims of Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks

Orland Firefighters host commemoration to remember victims of Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks The Orland Fire Protection District hosted its 22nd annual commemoration to honor and remember the victims of the terrorist attacks that took place on Sept. 11, 2001 during a ceremony at the Fire District  ​The Orland Fire Protection District held a memorial…

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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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Cicero celebrates Mexican Independence with festivities and parade

Posted on September 13, 2023September 13, 2023 By News Editor 1 Comment on Cicero celebrates Mexican Independence with festivities and parade
Cicero celebrates Mexican Independence with festivities and parade

Cicero celebrates Mexican Independence with festivities and parade Cicero, IL — More than 25,000 people are expected to attend the celebration of Mexican Independence and El Grito this weekend in the Town of Cicero. The annual Cicero celebration, which begins Thursday, Sept. 14, will feature an array of popular Hispanic entertainment, a wide range of…

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Ray Lopez leads and champions rights of Chicago residents

Posted on September 13, 2023September 13, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Ray Lopez leads and champions rights of Chicago residents
Ray Lopez leads and champions rights of Chicago residents

Ray Lopez leads and champions rights of Chicago residents Statement on Mayor Johnson’s Next Steps with the City’s Migrant Crisis Today, I and many of my City Council colleagues attended a briefing about the ever-growing border crisis that has reached a boiling point in our neighborhoods.   Mayor Johnson and I share the belief that avoiding…

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Hastings reminds residents to make a plan during National Preparedness Month

Posted on September 11, 2023September 13, 2023 By News Editor No Comments on Hastings reminds residents to make a plan during National Preparedness Month
Hastings reminds residents to make a plan during National Preparedness Month

Hastings reminds residents to make a plan during National Preparedness Month State Senator Michael E. Hastings is reminding residents across the 19th District to take the time to discuss and implement readiness plans during National Preparedness Month. “Setting aside time to plan ahead and create readiness plans can make all the difference in saving the…

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Big franchise restaurants have turned a “tip” into corporate welfare

Posted on September 9, 2023September 23, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Big franchise restaurants have turned a “tip” into corporate welfare
Big franchise restaurants have turned a “tip” into corporate welfare

Big franchise restaurants have turned a “tip” into corporate welfare By Ray Hanania A tip is supposed to be an expression of how much a customer appreciates the efforts of employees of a business, usually the wait staff at restaurants. You expect someone you are paying to provide the best possible service to actually provide…

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SeatGeek features competition between Club Deportivo Guadalajara and Club Leon on Saturday Sept. 9

Posted on September 8, 2023September 8, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on SeatGeek features competition between Club Deportivo Guadalajara and Club Leon on Saturday Sept. 9
SeatGeek features competition between Club Deportivo Guadalajara and Club Leon on Saturday Sept. 9

SeatGeek features competition between Club Deportivo Guadalajara and Club Leon on Saturday Sept. 9 PRIMETIME Sports proudly announced today that Tour Rebaño’s international friendly between Liga MX giant Club Deportivo Guadalajara and Club León is sold out. The game will take place on Saturday, September 9th at 6:00 p.m. at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois. Chivas…

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Veteran Diana Howard courageously confronts abusive Orland Park Mayor

Posted on September 6, 2023September 6, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Veteran Diana Howard courageously confronts abusive Orland Park Mayor
Veteran Diana Howard courageously confronts abusive Orland Park Mayor

Veteran Diana Howard courageously confronts abusive Orland Park Mayor By Ray Hanania Most people have come to know Orland Park Village Board meetings as a distasteful bully pulpit where Mayor Keith Pekau belittles his critics, lies and portrays himself as the victim of a vast conspiracy. Pekau claims everyone who criticizes his government actions defames…

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Dads’ Rights Victory: In battle of aunts, our client gains time with orphaned niece

Posted on September 3, 2023September 3, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Dads’ Rights Victory: In battle of aunts, our client gains time with orphaned niece
Dads’ Rights Victory: In battle of aunts, our client gains time with orphaned niece

Dads’ Rights Victory: In battle of aunts, our client gains time with orphaned niece By Jeffery M. Leving A 3-year-old girl tragically became an orphan when both of her parents died. She has aunts who are still living – and we had to fight for one of them to see her own niece. I’ll talk…

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Mayor Chris Getty and Village officials celebrate opening of Strive Fitness

Posted on September 1, 2023September 8, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Mayor Chris Getty and Village officials celebrate opening of Strive Fitness
Mayor Chris Getty and Village officials celebrate opening of Strive Fitness

Mayor Chris Getty and Village officials celebrate opening of Strive Fitness Village representatives, led by Mayor Chris Getty, met at 7905 Ogden Avenue on Friday Sept. 1 for the grand opening of Strive Fitness. Strive is a family-owned and operated fitness company that operates out of 3 studio locations including Riverside, La Grange Park, and…

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