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Illinois Tollway projects 8.5 million drivers over Labor Day Holiday Weekend

September 3, 2026September 3, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Illinois Tollway projects 8.5 million drivers over Labor Day Holiday Weekend “Sit Tight. Choose Right.” offers drivers roadside safety advice. The number is slightly higher than the number of motorists during the same period last year, 8.2 million drivers With more than 8.5 million vehicles anticipated to travel over the extended Labor Day weekend, the…

News, NewsWire, Transportation

Orland Mayor Dodge’s Veterans Golf Classic Sells Out Player Spots

August 31, 2026August 31, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Mayor Dodge’s Veterans Golf Classic Sells Out Player Spots Sponsorships Available to Support Local Veterans Among Sellout Crowd. The popularity of Mayor Dodge’s event is a reflection of his strong support in Orland Park in the face of constant lies and bickering from the former disgraced mayor ousted by Dodge’s election Registration for player…

Golf, News, NewsWire, Orland Park

Local Fashion store AKIRA to feature release of popular annual Maria Pappas Calendar for 2027

August 30, 2026August 30, 2026 News Editor No Comments

Local Fashion store AKIRA to feature release of popular annual Maria Pappas Calendar for 2027 By Staff Writer What began as a creative way for Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas to connect with the public has become an annual tradition and one of the most sought-after calendars in Chicago, this year featuring fashions designed by…

Features, Maria Pappas, News, NewsWire, women

Politicians, community leaders, national activists and celebrities join community to support Getty for Congress

August 30, 2026August 30, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Politicians, community leaders, national activists and celebrities join community to support Getty for Congress Politicians, community leaders, national activists and celebrities attended a rally of more than 800 community members on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at the Gibsons Restaurant in Oak Brook to support Chris Getty’s candidacy for the 4th Congressional District for Congress. By…

elections, Hispanics, News, NewsWire, Politics, rayhanania, Village of Lyons

How My Office Handles Billions — And Protects Every Penny

August 28, 2026August 28, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

How My Office Handles Billions — And Protects Every Penny By Maria Pappas, Cook County Treasurer Two times a year, my office mails nearly 1.8 million property tax bills and collects about $20 billion. That’s not a typo — $20 billion. As Cook County Treasurer, I oversee the second-largest property tax collection and distribution system…

Blogger, Commentary, Cook County, Maria Pappas, Opinion, Taxes

Leving Team Protected Young Boy from Reported Pipe-Wielding Mother at School

August 26, 2026August 26, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Leving Team Protected Young Boy from Reported Pipe-Wielding Mother at School By Laura Reichel Every child deserves to feel safe. But when dad’s young son was suddenly and allegedly placed in the middle of a frightening confrontation at his school, dad feared that his child’s safety, stability, and education were all at risk. Dad called…

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

Treasurer Pappas Hosts Ukrainian Independence Day Reception Following Daley Plaza Flag Raising Ceremony

August 25, 2026August 25, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Treasurer Pappas Hosts Ukrainian Independence Day Reception Following Daley Plaza Flag Raising Ceremony Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas commemorated Ukrainian Independence Day with a reception featuring live traditional music and honoring the contributions and achievements of Ukrainian Americans in Cook County. The reception followed the annual Ukrainian Independence Day Flag Raising Ceremony in Daley Plaza…

Cook County, Culture, Government, Maria Pappas, News, NewsWire

Bedford Park Fire Department celebrates the addition of two new Fire Engines Friday

August 25, 2026August 28, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Bedford Park Fire Department celebrates the addition of two new Fire Engines Friday Bedford Park, IL – Bedford Park Fire Chief Daniel Johnson and members of the Bedford Park Fire Department on Friday, August 28, will dedicate two new Fire Trucks. Officials said the public is invited to attend as the Fire Department conducts a…