Right from the Middle: Continuation of the beginning of the end

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Right from the Middle: Continuation of the beginning of the end

Right from the Middle: Continuation of the beginning of the end The progressive Democrats’ San Francisco district attorney Chesa Boudin was recalled by an overwhelming vote of 60 percent. He was the poster-boy of the progressive Democrats, one of a number of district attorneys heavily funded by George Soros. By William O. Lipinski Several months…

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Sean Morrison drops the ball fighting for Cook County Republicans

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Sean Morrison drops the ball fighting for Cook County Republicans

Sean Morrison drops the ball fighting for Cook County Republicans Republicans in suburban Cook County will not have to worry about wasting a lot of time to vote because the most popular candidate on Republican Ballots is a candidate named “No Candidate,” slated through the incompetence of Cook County Republican Chairman Sean Morrison, the beleaguered…

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Grasso accuses Pekau of blatantly distorting his own record to deceive voters

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Grasso accuses Pekau of blatantly distorting his own record to deceive voters

Grasso accuses Pekau of blatantly distorting his own record to deceive voters Republican candidate Gary Grasso, the mayor of Burr Ridge, slams the lies and distortions of extreme rightwing candidate Keith Pekau, the mayor of Orland Park. Grasso’s study published below lists many of Pekau’s lies. Lying seems to be the foundation of the Pekau…

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Chicago Wolves triumph over the Springfield Thunderbirds in second Calder Cup Finals game

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Chicago Wolves triumph over the Springfield Thunderbirds in second Calder Cup Finals game

Chicago Wolves triumph over the Springfield Thunderbirds in second Calder Cup Finals game Chicago scores four goals in first 11 minutes to dominate play and knot the Finals The Chicago Wolves reeled off four goals in the opening 11 minutes to trigger a 6-2 triumph over the Springfield Thunderbirds in Game 2 of the Calder…

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Illinois Speaker Welch releases official Democratic Party endorsements

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Illinois Speaker Welch releases official Democratic Party endorsements

Illinois Speaker Welch releases official Democratic Party endorsements By Ray Hanania Illinois Speaker of the House Emanuel “Chris” Welch released recommended endorsements for the Democratic Primary election June 28, 2022. The endorsements list the top Democratic candidates but leaves it up to voters to select their choices in two contested races. Those two contested races…

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Springfield Thunderbirds take first game of Calder Cup Finals against Chicago Wolves

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Springfield Thunderbirds take first game of Calder Cup Finals against Chicago Wolves

Springfield Thunderbirds take first game of Calder Cup Finals against Chicago Wolves Thunderbirds rally from 2-goal deficit; Chicago hosts Game 2 at 7 p.m. Monday Rookie defenseman Matthew Kessel scored his first goal as a professional 5:09 into overtime to give the Springfield Thunderbirds a 5-4 victory over the Chicago Wolves in Game 1 of…

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Two Guys on Politics podcast analyzes both sides of the Jan. 6 Insurrection

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Two Guys on Politics podcast analyzes both sides of the Jan. 6 Insurrection

Two Guys on Politics podcast analyzes both sides of the Jan. 6 Insurrection You can listen to the Podcast on the Insurrection by clicking here or by using the podcast widget below. Former Illinois Congressman William O. Lipinski and former Chicago City Hall reporter and longtime political columnist Ray Hanania host the weekly Two Guys…

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Clásico Capitalino match between Club América and Pumas at SeatGeek Stadium is Sold Out

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Clásico Capitalino match between Club América and Pumas at SeatGeek Stadium is Sold Out

Clásico Capitalino match between Club América and Pumas at SeatGeek Stadium is Sold Out The Mexico City Derby is part of Pretemporada MX, a two-day event at SeatGeek Stadium presents Liga MX’s Biggest Cross-City Rivalries between Club América and Pumas PRIMETIME Sports announced today that the Pretemporada MX 2022 Clásico match between Club América and Pumas to…

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Comedian Trevor Noah Will Headline the Illinois State Fair Lottery Grandstand August 19th

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Comedian Trevor Noah Will Headline the Illinois State Fair Lottery Grandstand August 19th

Comedian Trevor Noah Will Headline the Illinois State Fair Lottery Grandstand August 19th Tickets on Sale June 23rd Emmy Award-winning host of the “The Daily Show” Trevor Noah will bring his stand-up comedy to the Illinois Lottery Grandstand stage on Friday, August 19. The South African born comedian has written, produced and starred in 11…

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Hurley Backs Efforts to Help Recruit Officers

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Hurley Backs Efforts to Help Recruit Officers

Hurley Backs Efforts to Help Recruit Officers A pair of new laws supported by state Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Chicago, will enhance incentives to recruit and retain quality law enforcement officers. “The police profession is incredibly difficult and demanding – which is why we have to do what we can to support officers and ensure that…

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Chicago Wolves beat the Stockton Heat to reach Calder Cup Finals

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Chicago Wolves beat the Stockton Heat to reach Calder Cup Finals

Chicago Wolves beat the Stockton Heat to reach Calder Cup Finals After 48 scoreless minutes, Ivan Lodnia scores and Chicago finishes Stockton in 6 games Rookie goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov stopped 28 shots to earn his first shutout in North America and lead the Chicago Wolves to the Calder Cup Finals with a 3-0 victory over…

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Orland Park Police Department Begins Fourth of July Safety Campaign to Encourage Safe and Sober Driving

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Orland Park Police Department Begins Fourth of July Safety Campaign to Encourage Safe and Sober Driving

Orland Park Police Department Begins Fourth of July Safety Campaign to Encourage Safe and Sober Driving The Orland Park Police Department announced plans for stepped-up July Fourth traffic enforcement with a focus on impaired and unbuckled drivers. The safety campaign will run from June 16 through the early-morning hours of July 5 to encompass three…

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Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady Announces the Supervisor’s Supper Club

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Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady Announces the Supervisor’s Supper Club Are you looking to try new restaurants and meet new friends? This club might be perfect for you. Join Supervisor Paul O’Grady and other Orland Township senior residents for food, drinks, and fun! The Supervisor’s Supper Club will meet quarterly for dinner at different local…

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Summer Food Drive Concert in Support of Orland Township Food Pantry

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Summer Food Drive Concert in Support of Orland Township Food Pantry

Summer Food Drive Concert in Support of Orland Township Food Pantry The Southwest Community Concert Band will hold their Summer Food Drive Concert in support of the Orland Township Food Pantry on Saturday, June 25. The Southwest Community Concert Band has made Orland Park its home, performing five seasonal concerts and Summer Park Concerts throughout…

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Three Pro-Choice Women Running for Open Congressional Seats in Illinois Lay Out What Election Day Means for Women’s Reproductive Rights

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Three Pro-Choice Women Running for Open Congressional Seats in Illinois Lay Out What Election Day Means for Women’s Reproductive Rights

Three Pro-Choice Women Running for Open Congressional Seats in Illinois Lay Out What Election Day Means for Women’s Reproductive Rights Two weeks before Primary Election Day, three pro-choice women running for open Congressional Seats in Illinois made a final plea with voters about what’s at stake in this election. Jacqui Collins (candidate for IL-01), Delia…

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Stockton blunts Chicago Wolves victory run

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Stockton blunts Chicago Wolves victory run

Stockton blunts Chicago Wolves victory run Stockton grabs second OT win in as many days; Chicago hosts Game 6 Tuesday night Defenseman Connor Mackey’s goal 14:27 into overtime lifted the Stockton Heat to a 3-2 victory over the Chicago Wolves Saturday night at Stockton Arena in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals. Forwards Spencer…

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Countryside’s concert series returns

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Countryside’s concert series returns Second Hand Soul Band kicks thing off this Thursday By Steve Metsch Countryside’s eight-week summer concert series, Concerts in the Park, kicks off this week. All concerts are held, rain or shine, from 7 to 9 p.m. in Countryside Park, 630 61st Street. The park is located east on 61st Street…

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Northwestern Medicine Opens Multi-Specialty Clinic in Orland Park

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Northwestern Medicine Opens Multi-Specialty Clinic in Orland Park

Northwestern Medicine Opens Multi-Specialty Clinic in Orland Park Neurology, esophageal and hepatology services in one convenient location A new Northwestern Medicine multi-specialty clinic is enhancing access to high-quality subspecialty care in the south suburbs. The 5,523-square-foot clinic, located in Suite 210, Northwestern Medicine Orland Park, 15300 West Avenue, is now offering neurology services. Esophageal and…

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