Suburban Chicagoland News & Opinion

Cicero First Deputy Police Chief named head of West Suburban Chiefs of Police (WSCOP)

August 24, 2023August 24, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Cicero First Deputy Police Chief named head of West Suburban Chiefs of Police (WSCOP) Town of Cicero 1st Deputy Police Supt. Luis Gutierrez will be honored on September 6, 2023, and sworn in as the new incoming President of the West Suburban Chiefs of Police Association (WSCOP). Gutierrez will be the first Command Officer from…

Crime, Government, News, Police, Suburban Chicagoland

America weakened by bullying, hatred and media hypocrisy

August 24, 2023August 24, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

America weakened by bullying, hatred and media hypocrisy By Ray Hanania Despite the misleading rantings and personal attacks from people on the Left, who believe stating “facts” is the same thing as “having” facts, former President Donald Trump is positioned to easily win the Republican Party nomination next year. The only uncertainty in the election…

Blogger, Commentary, Crime, elections, Media Bias, National, Opinion, Politics, rayhanania

The Orland Fire Protection District is hiring Firefighters/Paramedics.

August 23, 2023August 23, 2023 Press ReleaseChicago No Comments

The Orland Fire Protection District is hiring Firefighters/Paramedics. The Orland Fire Protection District is ranked as one of the most professional fire districts in the nation with the highest achievements. You can be a part of this great success story. Here is the information on how to apply if you are interested: How to Apply:…

Employment, Government, News, Orland Fire Protection District, Suburban Chicagoland

Lyons Mayor Chris Getty Hosts Town Hall meeting with Congressman Garcia and local officials

August 20, 2023August 20, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Lyons Mayor Chris Getty Hosts Town Hall meeting with Congressman Garcia and local officials Lyons Mayor Christopher Getty hosted a Town Hall meeting featuring Congressman Jesus “Chuy” Garcia along promising that they would work together to continue to bring state funding to support resident needs. Also attending the event were State Rep. Lisa Hernandez, State…

Cook County, Federal, Government, News, Taxes

Orland Fire District utilizes new technology to increase emergency victim safety

August 20, 2023August 20, 2023 Press ReleaseChicago 5 Comments

Orland Fire District utilizes new technology to increase emergency victim safety The Orland Fire Protection District announced Sunday they have received 6 Stryker Xpedition Powered Stair Chairs to more easily and safely rescue victims in emergencies, Fire Chief Michael Schofield said. Schofield said the new power chair technology, the first in the country, will also…

Fire, Government, News, Orland Fire Protection District, Suburban Chicagoland, Technology

Attorney Burton Odelson assesses Trump indictments on Two Guys on Politics podcast

August 18, 2023August 18, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Attorney Burton Odelson assesses Trump indictments on Two Guys on Politics podcast The Video Podcast Two Guys on Politics presents a discussion with attorneyBurton S. Odelson on the four indictments of former President Donald Trump. Odelson was one of the attorneys who was involved in the Nov. 2000 presidential election recount controversy involving the so-called…

Bill Lipinski, Crime, elections, Law, National, News, Podcast, Politics, rayhanania

Pritzker makes right choice on abandoned Tinley Mental Health center

August 18, 2023August 18, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Pritzker makes right choice on abandoned Tinley Mental Health center By Ray Hanania Legislation signed by Governor J.B. Pritzker this week does two important things for Tinley Park and for the southwest region. It secures a productive future for the long abandoned Tinley Mental Health Center, giving it to the Tinley Park Park District to…

Blogger, Commentary, Government, Opinion, rayhanania, Senator Michael Hastings, Suburban Chicagoland

Cicero President leads successful push to get FEMA to approve flood disaster assistance to residents

August 17, 2023August 17, 2023 Press ReleaseChicago No Comments

Cicero President leads successful push to get FEMA to approve flood disaster assistance to residents Town President Larry Dominick announced Tuesday, August 15, 2023 that Cicero residents can begin applying for Federal FEMA funding for damages caused by the July 2 floods. The FEMA approval was announced by the White House on Tuesday afternoon and…

Baby Boomers, Cook County, Flooding, food, Government, News, NewsWire, Seniors, Suburban Chicagoland

Using rules of evidence to achieve court victories to be topic of CLE seminar at Leving firm

August 15, 2023August 15, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Using rules of evidence to achieve court victories to be topic of CLE seminar at Leving firm 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 Tuesday, Aug. 15 at 6:30 p.m. CDT at 19 S. LaSalle St. in…

Events, Jeffery Leving, Law, News

Senator Michael Hastings secures $17.1 million for for vital improvements to bridges and roads in Lockport and Homer Glen

August 12, 2023August 12, 2023 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Senator Michael Hastings secures $17.1 million for for vital improvements to bridges and roads in Lockport and Homer Glen Lockport and Homer Glen are set to receive $17.1 million to make vital improvements to local highways, bridges and roads, thanks to the advocacy of State Senator Michael E. Hastings. “Sound and safe roads, highways and…

construction, Illinois Legislature, News, NewsWire, Senator Michael Hastings, Suburban Chicagoland, Transportation

Maria Pappas applauds passage of historic property tax reform law cutting the interest on late taxes

August 12, 2023August 12, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Maria Pappas applauds passage of historic property tax reform law cutting the interest on late taxes Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker on Friday signed into law historic reforms to fix long-standing racial inequities and abuses in the state’s property tax system spotlighted in two studies issued last year by Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas. Pappas’ property…

Cook County, News, Suburban Chicagoland, Taxes

Hastings’ new law will jump start renovation of Tinley Park Mental Health Center

August 11, 2023August 11, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Hastings’ new law will jump start renovation of Tinley Park Mental Health Center The long awaited renovation to the former Tinley Park Mental Health Center will soon be underway thanks to the advocacy of State Senator Michael E. Hastings. “Transferring the Tinley Park Mental Health Center to the Tinley Park – Park District was one…

construction, Government, Health, News, Senator Michael Hastings, Suburban Chicagoland

Two Guys on Politics podcast on weakening fight on crime, increased benefits for non-citizens and Biden and Iran deal

August 11, 2023August 11, 2023 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Two Guys on Politics podcast on weakening fight on crime, increased benefits for non-citizens and Biden and Iran deal Former Congressman Bill Lipinski and columnist Ray Hanania release Season 2 Episode 3 of their weekly podcast on American politics this week discussing the weakening fight against crime in America, the increasing benefits being given to…

Bill Lipinski, Commentary, Government, News, Podcast, Police, Politics, rayhanania

The more they pick on Trump, the more his chances of winning improve

August 10, 2023August 10, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

The more they pick on Trump, the more his chances of winning improve By Ray Hanania Nothing distracts people from the failings of a politician more than when the news media exaggerates its hate against that politician. That’s the case with Donald Trump, who was a mediocre president who couldn’t stop himself from engaging in…

Blogger, Commentary, Opinion, Politics, rayhanania

Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band are still rockin’

August 10, 2023August 11, 2023 Steve Metsch 1 Comment

Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band are still rockin’ Three hours and 26 songs have fans happy at Wrigley By Steve Metsch If your Friday night is open and you have money to spend, consider heading to Wrigley Field. No, the red-hot Cubs are not playing in their ivy-covered baseball shrine. But Bruce Springsteen…

Entertainment, News, Suburban Chicagoland

Full-day kindergarten now mandated by new law supported by Senator Michael Hastings

August 9, 2023August 9, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Full-day kindergarten now mandated by new law supported by Senator Michael Hastings Children across the south suburbs will soon have access to full-day kindergarten, thanks to a law supported by State Senator Michael E. Hastings that was signed into law this week. “Early education is crucial to setting our children on a path to be…

Education, News, Senator Michael Hastings

Dad wins in court vs. relatives to recover his children and bring them home

August 8, 2023August 8, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

Dad wins in court vs. relatives to recover his children and bring them home By Kate Davis A loving father whose relatives turned against him needed legal help to prevent his children from being taken away from him. Renowned Fathers’ Rights attorney Jeffery M. Leving, whose firm won in court on behalf of this father,…

Jeffery Leving, Law, News

New alimony reforms in Florida should be an example for other states

August 2, 2023August 2, 2023 Ray Hanania No Comments

New alimony reforms in Florida should be an example for other states By Jeffery M. Leving The reasons couples get divorced are usually complex and have a lot of nuance, yet too many states have a simple, one-size-fits all mentality when it comes to alimony. However, the State of Florida just signed into law an…

Blogger, Commentary, Jeffery Leving, Law, Opinion