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Pekau campaign signs violate village ordinances

Posted on March 13, 2023March 13, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Pekau campaign signs violate village ordinances
Pekau campaign signs violate village ordinances

Pekau campaign signs violate village ordinances Pekau and his endorsed candidates want you to believe that they care about the people of Orland Park. But clearly, they don’t care about the Orland Park Village Ordinances, which are evident when you look at the illegal placement of most of their signs. The “Pekau over People” slate…

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Higher Education veteran Tracy Sullivan announces candidacy for Moraine Valley Board

Posted on March 13, 2023March 13, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Higher Education veteran Tracy Sullivan announces candidacy for Moraine Valley Board
Higher Education veteran Tracy Sullivan announces candidacy for Moraine Valley Board

Higher Education veteran Tracy Sullivan announces candidacy for Moraine Valley Board Tracy Sullivan is offering nearly three decades of higher education experience for the benefit of Community College District 524, Moraine Valley Community College. The Orland Park resident has announced her candidacy for the Moraine Valley Board of Trustees, an unpaid elected position. “I bring…

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Lopez and O’Shea endorse Vallas in Chicago mayor race

Posted on March 13, 2023March 13, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Lopez and O’Shea endorse Vallas in Chicago mayor race
Lopez and O’Shea endorse Vallas in Chicago mayor race

Lopez and O’Shea endorse Vallas in Chicago mayor race Aldermen Raymond Lopez and Matt O’Shea endorse Paul Vallas for mayor against Brandon Johnson Alderman Ray Lopez (15th) is announcing his endorsement this evening for Paul Vallas for Mayor of Chicago, joining a diverse and increasing group of elected officials and community leaders who are supporting…

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Jesse White honored by Orland Township Democrats at successful fundraiser

Posted on February 24, 2023February 24, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Jesse White honored by Orland Township Democrats at successful fundraiser
Jesse White honored by Orland Township Democrats at successful fundraiser

Jesse White honored by Orland Township Democrats at successful fundraiser By Ray Hanania A gathering of the Orland Township Democratic Organization (OTDO) on Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023, honored the 24-year service of former Secretary of State Jesse White. White expressed his gratitude for the support he has received including from the more than 150 people who attended…

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First Responders announce candidacies for Orland Fire District Board seats

Posted on January 31, 2023February 6, 2023 By News Editor No Comments on First Responders announce candidacies for Orland Fire District Board seats
First Responders announce candidacies for Orland Fire District Board seats

First Responders announce candidacies for Orland Fire District Board seats Orland Park — Veteran and experienced first responders Matthew G. Rafferty and William Bonnar Jr., officially announced their candidacies for the April 4 election for two seats on the Board of Trustees of the Orland Fire Protection District (OFPD). The two candidates filed petitions in December…

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Alderman Raymond Lopez would have made a great mayor

Posted on January 26, 2023February 3, 2023 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Alderman Raymond Lopez would have made a great mayor
Alderman Raymond Lopez would have made a great mayor

Alderman Raymond Lopez would have made a great mayor Chicago Ald. Raymond Lopez is running for re-election as alderman of the 15th Ward. He considered running for mayor but decided that he would step down from that candidacy to not weaken other candidates seeking to oust the incompetent and racist Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot. Lopez…

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Buckner unveils plan to help businesses and strengthen job

Posted on January 19, 2023January 19, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Buckner unveils plan to help businesses and strengthen job
Buckner unveils plan to help businesses and strengthen job

Buckner unveils plan to help businesses and strengthen job Kam Buckner releases Economic Opportunity & Recovery Plan prioritizing business development, jobs & training programs & investing more in neighborhoods that need it Continuing to far outpace his rivals, candidate for mayor Kam Buckner today released his ninth policy plan, proving once again that he is…

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Chicago’s Police Officers Endorse Paul Vallas for Mayor

Posted on January 9, 2023January 9, 2023 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago’s Police Officers Endorse Paul Vallas for Mayor
Chicago’s Police Officers Endorse Paul Vallas for Mayor

Chicago’s Police Officers Endorse Paul Vallas for Mayor Vallas is the only Mayoral Candidate committed to providing the tools and resources needed to protect Chicago families Paul Vallas has earned the endorsement of the brave men and women of Chicago’s Fraternal Order of Police for his tireless dedication to improving the safety of the city’s…

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Chicago Mayoral candidate Kam Buckner demands accountability from Jesus Garcia and Mayor Lori Lightfoot on FTX controversy ties

Posted on December 14, 2022December 14, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Mayoral candidate Kam Buckner demands accountability from Jesus Garcia and Mayor Lori Lightfoot on FTX controversy ties
Chicago Mayoral candidate Kam Buckner demands accountability from Jesus Garcia and Mayor Lori Lightfoot on FTX controversy ties

Chicago Mayoral candidate Kam Buckner demands accountability from Jesus Garcia and Mayor Lori Lightfoot on FTX controversy ties Lightfoot Owes Chicago An Explanation About Her Connection to Corrupt Crypto King.Lori Lightfoot welcomed crypto fraud Sam Bankman-Fried’s FTX to Chicago this past spring and allowed him to collaborate on the city’s “guaranteed basic income” U.S. Rep….

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Vallas releases comprehensive Public Safety Strategy for Chicago

Posted on December 12, 2022December 12, 2022 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Vallas releases comprehensive Public Safety Strategy for Chicago
Vallas releases comprehensive Public Safety Strategy for Chicago

Vallas releases comprehensive Public Safety Strategy for Chicago Calls for the Return of Public Safety as a ‘Basic Human Right’ for Chicagoans Paul Vallas will return the Chicago Police Department to its core mission to serve and protect the people of Chicago by prioritizing public safety as a human right by making crime in Chicago…

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Senator Hastings thanks voters for support in re-election to 19th Senate District seat

Posted on November 16, 2022November 16, 2022 By News Editor No Comments on Senator Hastings thanks voters for support in re-election to 19th Senate District seat
Senator Hastings thanks voters for support in re-election to 19th Senate District seat

Senator Hastings thanks voters for support in re-election to 19th Senate District seat State Senator Michael E. Hastings released the following statement on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022 following the final tabulation of votes in the Nov. 8, 2022 General election. Hastings was re-elected to his seat representing the 19th Illinois Senate District where he has…

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Rep. Sean Casten Declares Victory in Illinois 6th District

Posted on November 8, 2022April 27, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Rep. Sean Casten Declares Victory in Illinois 6th District
Rep. Sean Casten Declares Victory in Illinois 6th District

Rep. Sean Casten declares victory in Illinois 6th District Democrat Sean Casten defeated a challenge from extremist Republican Keith Pekau in Tuesday’s Midterm election. Although Republicans were sweeping elections around the country, taking control of the U.S. House from Democrats — and possibly taking control of the U.S. Senate, although that has yet to be…

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Good and bad choices in the November 8 General Election

Posted on November 2, 2022April 27, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Good and bad choices in the November 8 General Election
Good and bad choices in the November 8 General Election

Good and bad choices in the November 8 General Election Here are some of the candidates running in the Illinois November 8, 2022 General Election that award-winning political election columnist Ray Hanania believes you should support and reject when you vote on November 8, 2022. By Ray Hanania Which issue is more important November 8,…

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U.S. Attorney Alexander M.M. Uballez releases information ahead of November 2022 General Election

Posted on October 21, 2022October 21, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on U.S. Attorney Alexander M.M. Uballez releases information ahead of November 2022 General Election
U.S. Attorney Alexander M.M. Uballez releases information ahead of November 2022 General Election

U.S. Attorney Alexander M.M. Uballez releases information ahead of November 2022 General Election United States Attorney Alexander M.M. Uballez announced today that Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) Jeremy Peña will lead the efforts of his office in connection with the Justice Department’s nationwide Election Day Program for the upcoming November 8, 2022, general election. AUSA…

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Chicago Tribune Endorses Sean Casten in Re-Election as he prepares for Woman’s Rights forum

Posted on October 20, 2022October 20, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Chicago Tribune Endorses Sean Casten in Re-Election as he prepares for Woman’s Rights forum
Chicago Tribune Endorses Sean Casten in Re-Election as he prepares for Woman’s Rights forum

Chicago Tribune Endorses Sean Casten in Re-Election as he prepares for Woman’s Rights forum The Chicago Tribune on Thursday October 20, 2022 announced it has endorsed U.S. Congressman Sean Casten (D-IL) in his re-election campaign for the 6th Congressional District. In the endorsement, the Tribune praised Rep. Casten’s “reasoned, pragmatic approach to governance.” The Tribune…

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Casten family thanks public for condolences over daughter’s untimely death

Posted on October 7, 2022April 27, 2025 By Ray Hanania 1 Comment on Casten family thanks public for condolences over daughter’s untimely death
Casten family thanks public for condolences over daughter’s untimely death

Casten family thanks public for condolences over daughter’s untimely death The Casten family has released the following statement on Friday Oct. 7, 2022: “This past June (13, 2022), our daughter, Gwen Casten, died of a sudden cardiac arrythmia. In layman’s terms, she was fine, and then her heart stopped. “We don’t know what caused the…

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Dr. Barbara Ann Bunville officially Announces candidacy for Alderperson of the 6th Ward

Posted on October 5, 2022October 5, 2022 By Ray Hanania 2 Comments on Dr. Barbara Ann Bunville officially Announces candidacy for Alderperson of the 6th Ward
Dr. Barbara Ann Bunville officially Announces candidacy for Alderperson of the 6th Ward

Dr. Barbara Ann Bunville officially Announces candidacy for Alderperson of the 6th Ward Dr. Barbara Ann Bunville officially announced her candidacy for Alderperson of the 6th Ward, Sunday, October 2, 2022, on the Southside of Chicago, at the famous Josephine’s Southern Cooking Restaurant at 436 E. 79th St., a staple in the 6th Ward.  Dr. Bunville says that she…

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Pritzker supports criminals and disguises truth about Safe-T Act

Posted on September 22, 2022September 22, 2022 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Pritzker supports criminals and disguises truth about Safe-T Act
Pritzker supports criminals and disguises truth about Safe-T Act

Pritzker supports criminals and disguises truth about Safe-T Act Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker is trying to distort his record of supporting suspects by easing the punishments on criminals. Pritzker, who has close ties to lobbyists who are pouring millions into his campaign coffers, is seeking to build up his image so that he can run…

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