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Orland Township to offer Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program

September 2, 2025September 2, 2025 News Editor No Comments

Orland Township to offer Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program Orland Township is proud to introduce the launch of its Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program, an initiative designed to prepare residents to support themselves and their neighbors in times of emergency, Township officials said Tuesday. By educating community members on disaster preparedness and response,…

Government, News, Orland Fire Protection District, Orland Township, Suburban Chicagoland, Tinley Park

U.S. Senator Dick Durbin endorses Yasmeen Bankole for Congress

August 31, 2025September 1, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

U.S. Senator Dick Durbin endorses Yasmeen Bankole for Congress In the Senator’s First Federal Endorsement of the 2026 Cycle, Durbin Says Yasmeen Bankole is the Leader Illinois’ 8th District Needs U.S. Senator Dick Durbin endorsed Yasmeen Bankole for Congress in Illinois’ 8th. Durbin’s endorsement of Yasmeen Bankole, Hanover Park Trustee and lifelong Illinois public servant,…

elections, News, Politics

Chicago Wolves hockey unveil 2025-26 promotional scheduled

August 31, 2025August 31, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago Wolves hockey unveil 2025-26 promotional scheduled The Chicago Wolves released their 2025-26 promotional schedule on Thursday and it features premium giveaways, popular theme nights, family-oriented experiences and meaningful community and charitable events. The Wolves’ season promises to be full of fun and excitement for the players on the ice and for the team’s loyal…

Chicago, Entertainment, News, NewsWire, Sports

Pritzker, Welch and regional leaders praise John Harrell and Black Men United for affordable housing project

August 30, 2025August 30, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Pritzker, Welch and regional leaders praise John Harrell and Black Men United for affordable housing project Gov. J.B. Pritzker, House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch,” and legislative leaders and local mayors praised a projected to convert a building to low-income housing in Maywood by Rev. John Harrell and Black Men United. CLICK HERE to view a…

Civil Rights, Cook County, Culture, elections, Government, Illinois Legislature, News, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland

Former Chicago Attorney Sentenced to Two and a Half Years in Federal Prison for Tax Fraud and Witness Tampering

August 28, 2025August 28, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Former Chicago Attorney Sentenced to Two and a Half Years in Federal Prison for Tax Fraud and Witness Tampering A former Chicago attorney has been sentenced to two and a half years in federal prison for committing tax fraud, attempting to tamper with a witness, and violating a court order. Michael Abramson provided more than…

Crime, Federal, Law, News, NewsWire, U.S. Attorney

Cook County Commissioner Frank Aguilar honors veterans at first of monthly VetConnect Workshops at district office

August 28, 2025August 28, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Cook County Commissioner Frank Aguilar honors veterans at first of monthly VetConnect Workshops at district office On Tuesday, August 26th, Commissioner Aguilar hosted the first of a monthly workshop for veteran support services at his district office. The event connected veterans with multiple agencies and services, bringing these resources directly to 16th District veterans and…

Cook County, Government, News, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland, Veterans

Orland Fire hosts Coffee & Conversation on individual fatigue and personal health

August 28, 2025August 28, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Fire hosts Coffee & Conversation on individual fatigue and personal health Orland Park, IL – The Orland Fire Protection District will host its monthly Coffee & Conversation for the public on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025, featuring two speakers who will address individual fatigue and how to empower your personal health and activism. Residents of…

Events, Fire, Health, News, NewsWire, Orland Fire Protection District, Orland Park, Releases, Seniors

Man Sentenced to a Year and a Half in Federal Prison for Covid-Relief Fraud

August 28, 2025August 28, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Man Sentenced to a Year and a Half in Federal Prison for Covid-Relief Fraud A federal judge in Chicago has sentenced a man to a year and half in prison for scheming to fraudulently obtain nearly $2 million in small business loans under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. In 2020, Samuel…

Crime, Health, Law, News, NewsWire, U.S. Attorney

Leving team protected dad’s daughter from danger and restored his peace of mind

August 28, 2025August 28, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Leving team protected dad’s daughter from danger and restored his peace of mind By: Laura Reichel A devoted father, terrified that his daughter’s safety was at risk, turned to attorney Jeffery Leving for help. The Leving legal team stepped in, fought relentlessly on his behalf, and won—protecting his young daughter and ensuring that this father…

Chicago, Dads' Rights, Fathers' Rights, Jeffery Leving, Law, News

Children of divorce caught in the middle during the holidays

August 27, 2025August 27, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Children of divorce caught in the middle during the holidays By Jeffery M. Leving Despite Hollywood images of happy families sitting around a large table for holiday meals, the reality is that about 50% of couples end up divorced. So, while I am not trying to be a holiday Grinch, I am pointing out the…

Blogger, Commentary, Dads' Rights, Fathers' Rights, Jeffery Leving, Law, Opinion

O’Hare Officials say they will pursue “more permanent solutions” for Muslim prayer Tent

August 27, 2025August 27, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

O’Hare Officials say they will pursue “more permanent solutions” for Muslim prayer Tent Officials of the Chicago Department of Aviation responded to my story detailing the harassment of Muslim Uber/Lyft drivers who were given permission to install a “Prayer Tent” on an unused corner of the ride-sharing staging area near O’Hare Airport by promising to…

Chicago, Civil Rights, News, Politics, Racism

Cook County Commissioner Frank Aguilar Gives Update on His Work to Support Victims of July Floods in Cook County’s 16th District

August 26, 2025August 26, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Commissioner Aguilar Gives Update on His Work to Support Victims of July Floods in Cook County’s 16th District Cook County Commissioner Frank Aguilar has requested Governor Pritzker to issue a Disaster Proclamation and will continue to propose legislation to support those affected by floods After the severe storms and subsequent flooding that hit multiple 16th…

Cook County, Flooding, Government, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Twin Brothers from Orland Park’s Troop 318 Achieve Scouting’s Highest Honor: Eagle Scout

August 25, 2025August 25, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Twin Brothers from Orland Park’s Troop 318 Achieve Scouting’s Highest Honor: Eagle Scout Troop 318 of Orland Park, Illinois, is proud to announce that twin brothers Adel and Omar Nofal have earned the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest achievement in the Scouting America. They become the 224th and 225th Eagle Scouts in the troop’s…

Government, News, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland, Tinley Park

United States Attorney’s Office in Chicago Creates New Section to Prosecute Criminal Healthcare Fraud Violations

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

United States Attorney’s Office in Chicago Creates New Section to Prosecute Criminal Healthcare Fraud Violations Andrew S. Boutros, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois, today announced publicly the creation of a new section within the Office’s Criminal Division dedicated to the prosecution of healthcare fraud, which is among the Department of Justice’s…

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Don’t Pay for What You Can Get for Free: How to Claim Your Property Tax Refunds

August 22, 2025August 22, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Don’t Pay for What You Can Get for Free: How to Claim Your Property Tax Refunds By Maria Pappas Every year, many Cook County homeowners are bombarded with letters, emails and phone calls from vendors offering to help secure property tax refunds — for a fee. But here’s the truth: You don’t need to pay…

Cook County, Maria Pappas, News, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland, Taxes

Dad reunited with grieving children after tragic death of mother

August 21, 2025August 21, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Dad reunited with grieving children after tragic death of mother By Laura Reichel In a case marked by both heartbreak and hope, a devoted father sought help in reuniting with his children after the untimely passing of their mother. In the midst of this tragedy, he was painfully kicked out of his children’s lives by…

Dads' Rights, Fathers' Rights, Jeffery Leving, Law, News

Leving Matrimonial Law Seminar to Address Complex Litigation Motions and Exceptions to the Hearsay Rule

August 19, 2025August 19, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Leving Matrimonial Law Seminar to Address Complex Litigation Motions and Exceptions to the Hearsay Rule By Laura Reichel 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 August 20th at 6:30 p.m. CDT at 225 W. Wacker Drive in Chicago….

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Village of Orland Park Receives Clean Audit Opinion for Fiscal Year 2024

August 19, 2025August 19, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Village of Orland Park Receives Clean Audit Opinion for Fiscal Year 2024 Audit Completed on Time for First Time in Three Years By Ray Hanania After former Mayor Keith Pekau attempted to politicize the Village of Orland Park’s financial spending and his growing debt by intentionally withholding the filing of financial audits in 2022 and…

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