Suburban Chicagoland News & Opinion

Orland Township Announces 2021 Senior American Idol Winner!

October 26, 2021October 26, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Orland Township Announces 2021 Senior American Idol Winner! Edward Swanson took home the trophy on Thursday, Oct. 21. Thirteen talented seniors showcased their vocal skills before a live audience as they competed for the title of 2021 Orland Township Senior American Idol. The event, sponsored by Evergreen Senior Living and Bickford Senior Living, took place on…

Baby Boomers, Cook County, Entertainment, News, Orland Township, Suburban Chicagoland

Baumgartner, Aucoin selected for AHL Hall of Fame

October 26, 2021October 26, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Baumgartner, Aucoin selected for AHL Hall of Fame Former Wolves Nolan Baumgartner, Keith Aucoin earned league’s highest honor The American Hockey League announced Tuesday the four people who have been selected for induction into the AHL’s Hall of Fame as the Class of 2022. Former Wolves defenseman Nolan Baumgartner, who captained the 2012 Midwest Division…

Chicago, Cook County, Entertainment, News, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland

Chicago Wolves beat Milwaukee again

October 25, 2021October 25, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago Wolves beat Milwaukee again Chicago rolls to 6-0 lead to knock off Admirals for second night in a row The Chicago Wolves reeled off three goals in a 93-second stretch during the first period to set the tone for a 6-1 triumph over the Milwaukee Admirals Saturday night at Allstate Arena. Forwards David Gust,…

Chicago, Cook County, Entertainment, News, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland

Makiniemi, Chicago Wolves stymie Milwaukee

October 23, 2021October 23, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Makiniemi, Chicago Wolves stymie Milwaukee Rookie goaltender rejects 41 shots in North American debut In his North American debut, 22-year-old Finland native Eetu Makiniemi stopped 41 shots to lead the Chicago Wolves to a 3-2 victory over the Milwaukee Admirals Friday night at Panther Arena. Forwards David Cotton and C.J. Smith and defenseman Jalen Chatfield…

Chicago, Cook County, Entertainment, News, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland

Kids of divorce at risk over vaccine litigation

October 22, 2021October 22, 2021 Guest Columnist No Comments

Kids of divorce at risk over vaccine litigation Children in divorce are at risk in vaccine litigation. Attorney Jeffery M. Leving discusses why its an important issue that must be addressed. Leving’s website is www.DadsRights.com. By Jeffery M. Leving I appreciate the feeling of powerlessness expressed by parents, especially divorced and separated fathers who want…

Blogger, Chicago, Commentary, Cook County, Jeffery Leving, Law, Opinion, Suburban Chicagoland

Cristina Nonato builds momentum for Water Reclamation District candidacy

October 22, 2021October 22, 2021 News Editor No Comments

Cristina Nonato builds momentum for Water Reclamation District candidacy Cristina Nonato, a candidate for the post of Water Reclamation District trustee in the Nov. 2, 2021 election is touting her wide-ranging ties to Democratic Party leaders. Nonatohas worked for the Circuit Court of Cook County for 12 years. Working her way all the way up…

Chicago, Cook County, elections, Government, News, Politics, Suburban Chicagoland

Colorful ‘Lizzy’ Romp Teaches Kids to Live in the Now

October 22, 2021October 22, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Colorful ‘Lizzy’ Romp Teaches Kids to Live in the Now “A lively, innovative story of friendship that encourages readers to think creatively.” – Kirkus Reviews Young readers have watched and learned as the impressionable young Lizzy, of the It’s Just So… children’s book series, adapted to a new school, became a big sister and danced with…

Books & Films, Features

Right from the Middle: Our Democratic Republic has done much for the world

October 22, 2021October 22, 2021 William Lipinski No Comments

Right from the Middle: Our Democratic Republic has done much for the world Since 1776, America has been a beacon of freedom for the world. Our Democratic Republic has done much for the people of the world writes former Congressman Bill Lipinski in his “Right from the Center” opinion column By Bill Lipinski Every once…

Bill Lipinski, Blogger, Commentary, Federal, Government, National, Opinion, Politics

Curaleaf Workers are Showing their Strength and Worth!

October 21, 2021October 21, 2021 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Curaleaf Workers are Showing their Strength and Worth! Cannabis workers from Curaleaf are joining Local 881 to change the booming cannabis industry! On October 20, 2021 cannabis workers at the Curaleaf dispensary in Worth won their Union representation election and will join Local 881 of the United Food and Commercial Workers, the Union for Cannabis…

Business, Chicago, Cook County, National, News, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland

Recall biased Cook County Judge Cecilia Horan

October 20, 2021October 22, 2021 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Recall biased Cook County Judge Cecilia Horan By Ray Hanania Cook County Judge Cecilia Horan is a politically controlled judge who does the bidding of Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot. Horan has a serious conflict of interest in the case involving the City of Chicago’s political fight with the Fraternal Order of Police over the issue…

Blogger, Commentary, Cook County, Crime, Government, News, Opinion, Police, Politics, Suburban Chicagoland

Ald. Quinn Paves Way for New Starbucks in 13th Ward

October 20, 2021October 20, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Ald. Quinn Paves Way for New Starbucks in 13th Ward Quinn Leads Extensive Investment in Cicero Avenue Corridor on City’s Southwest Side At the request of Ald. Marty Quinn, the Chicago City Council’s Committee on Housing & Real Estate recently approved a measure that paves the way for construction of a new Starbucks at 6413…

Business, Chicago, Government, News

The fight against extremism in Illinois

October 20, 2021October 20, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

The fight against extremism in Illinois Extremism is the real challenging facing America and Illinois. The fanatics on the Far Right and the Far Left are the real threat. The Far Left has the advantage now, though. But it’s important for voters to look towards the “center” and find the commonsense moderates. The mainstream news…

Blogger, Chicago, Commentary, Cook County, Government, Media Bias, National, News, Opinion, Politics, Suburban Chicagoland

Paramount Theater opens new Iive theater venue in Aurora

October 19, 2021October 19, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Paramount Theater opens new live theater venue in Aurora Paramount Theatre will cut the ribbon on another live theater venue in Aurora’s downtown entertainment district, the newly remodeled Copley Theatre, where it will launch its all-new Bold Series, a four-show subscription series ready to bring a new type of live entertainment to the second largest…

Cook County, Entertainment, News, Suburban Chicagoland, Theater

Orland Park Police Remind All to Plan for a Sober Ride This Halloween

October 19, 2021October 19, 2021 Ray Hanania 1 Comment

Orland Park Police Remind All to Plan for a Sober Ride This Halloween Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving Halloween is a beloved holiday tradition in America, with millions of people, young and old, working on their best costumes and gearing up for a night of candy and festivities. The evening also comes with parties and…

Cook County, Crime, Government, News, Orland Park, Police

Congress cares more about foreign interests than American interests

October 18, 2021October 19, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Congress cares more about foreign interests than American interests When President Biden introduced an infrastructure bill to help the American people and a budget to keep government operating and underwrite social programs, Congress found itself divided, not just on the Republican-Democrat partisan divide but among Democrats, too. Far Left Democrats sought to use their muscle…

Blogger, Commentary, Federal, Government, National, Opinion, Politics

Nardella selected for National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame

October 17, 2021October 17, 2021 News Editor No Comments

Nardella selected for National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame Chicago Wolves hockey legend to be inducted on Dec. 10 When Chicago Wolves assistant coach Bob Nardella was growing up in Melrose Park, the National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame was located next door in Elmwood Park. His father, Robert, relished taking his son…

Chicago, Cook County, Features, News, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland

Western Digital tubes its loyal customers for profit

October 17, 2021October 17, 2021 Ray Hanania No Comments

Western Digital tubes its loyal customers for profit Big tech companies either exist to develop great technology, or to just profit off of their unreliable profits. Western Digital has made its priority profits, pulling the rug out from hundreds of millions of dollars of MyCloud hard drives sold to consumers over the years in an…

Technology, WordPress

Pope has Lyons needing win for playoffs

October 17, 2021October 17, 2021 Steve Metsch No Comments

Pope has Lyons needing win for playoffs Scores three TDs as Glenbard West rolls, 35-3 By Steve Metsch Friday night’s game at Downers Grove North may be the regular-season finale, but Lyons Township senior Joey Antonietti knows better. “We’ve got a playoff game,” he said after the Lions lost a must-win game, 35-3, at home…

News, Suburban Chicagoland