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Hastings introduces bill to protect consumers in insurance rate setting

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Hastings introduces bill to protect consumers in insurance rate setting

Hastings introduces bill to protect consumers in insurance rate setting State Senator Michael E. Hastings has introduced Senate Bill 2691, legislation that would examine whether Illinois families are paying unfairly high premiums due to nondriving factors that have little to do with actual risk on the road or in the home. “Families in Illinois deserve…

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Illinois Legislature, Insurance, Michael Hastings, News

Hastings meets with Matteson School District 162 leaders to strengthen school safety measures

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Hastings meets with Matteson School District 162 leaders to strengthen school safety measures

Hastings meets with Matteson School District 162 leaders to strengthen school safety measures State Senator Michael E. Hastings visited Matteson School District 162 last week to meet with Superintendent Dr. Blondean Davis and district leaders to discuss security measures, rapid response plans and other protocols designed to keep students safe. The meeting focused on how…

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Education, Government, Illinois Legislature, Michael Hastings, News, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland

Federal Indictment Charges Man With Illegally Possessing Loaded Machine Gun in Chicago Park

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Federal Indictment Charges Man With Illegally Possessing Loaded Machine Gun in Chicago Park

Federal Indictment Charges Man With Illegally Possessing Loaded Machine Gun in Chicago Park A man has been indicted on a federal firearm charge for allegedly illegally possessing a loaded machine gun in a Chicago park. Eddie Arguelles possessed the firearm on May 14, 2025, in Riis Park in the Belmont Cragin neighborhood of Chicago, according…

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Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar Hosts Fifth Annual Fundraiser at Harley Davidson

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Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar Hosts Fifth Annual Fundraiser at Harley Davidson

Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar Hosts Fifth Annual Fundraiser at Harley Davidson On Wednesday, August 27th, Commissioner Aguilar hosted his fifth annual Friends of Frank campaign fundraiser at the Harley Davidson Showroom in Countryside, IL. The event brought supporters of Commissioner Aguilar from throughout Cook County and the 16th District, joining together to listen to music,…

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Cook County, elections, News, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland

Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch, one of the best candidates to become Illinois Governor

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Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch, one of the best candidates to become Illinois Governor

Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch, one of the best candidates to become Illinois Governor As you know, I have never been a big fan of Gov. J.B. Pritzker, or, for that matter, many of the most recent governors we have had, including Bruce Rauner, Pat Quinn, or “Mr. Celebrity” Governor, Rod Blagojevich. (Previously published on Ray…

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Long-term ramp closures and detours scheduled at Illinois Route 25 Interchange at I-90 for Toll Plaza work

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Long-term ramp closures and detours scheduled at Illinois Route 25 Interchange at I-90 for Toll Plaza work

Long-term ramp closures and detours scheduled at Illinois Route 25 Interchange at I-90 for Toll Plaza work Ramp closure needed in September for toll plaza improvements Long-term ramp closures with posted detours are scheduled to begin Sunday night and continue through September at the Illinois Route 25 Interchange on the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway (I-90)…

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Government, News, news release, Suburban Chicagoland, Transportation, Travel

U.S. Senator Dick Durbin endorses Yasmeen Bankole for Congress

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U.S. Senator Dick Durbin endorses Yasmeen Bankole for Congress

U.S. Senator Dick Durbin endorses Yasmeen Bankole for Congress In the Senator’s First Federal Endorsement of the 2026 Cycle, Durbin Says Yasmeen Bankole is the Leader Illinois’ 8th District Needs U.S. Senator Dick Durbin endorsed Yasmeen Bankole for Congress in Illinois’ 8th. Durbin’s endorsement of Yasmeen Bankole, Hanover Park Trustee and lifelong Illinois public servant,…

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Twin Brothers from Orland Park’s Troop 318 Achieve Scouting’s Highest Honor: Eagle Scout

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Twin Brothers from Orland Park’s Troop 318 Achieve Scouting’s Highest Honor: Eagle Scout

Twin Brothers from Orland Park’s Troop 318 Achieve Scouting’s Highest Honor: Eagle Scout Troop 318 of Orland Park, Illinois, is proud to announce that twin brothers Adel and Omar Nofal have earned the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest achievement in the Scouting America. They become the 224th and 225th Eagle Scouts in the troop’s…

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Federal Grand Jury in Chicago Indicts Five Individuals for Alleged Covid-Relief Fraud

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Federal Grand Jury in Chicago Indicts Five Individuals for Alleged Covid-Relief Fraud

Federal Grand Jury in Chicago Indicts Five Individuals for Alleged Covid-Relief Fraud A federal grand jury in Chicago has indicted five individuals for allegedly fraudulently obtaining millions of dollars in small business loans and other benefits under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (“CARES”) Act. George Kavroulakis, Athanasios Intzes, Adam Jaber, Hassan Kurdi and…

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coronavirus, Crime, Federal, Law, News, NewsWire, Orland Park

Northwestern Medicine Hospitals Recognized by U.S. News & World Report in Annual Best Hospital Rankings

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Northwestern Medicine Hospitals Recognized by U.S. News & World Report in Annual Best Hospital Rankings

Northwestern Medicine Hospitals Recognized by U.S. News & World Report in Annual Best Hospital Rankings Northwestern Medicine hospitals have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report annual Best Hospital rankings. For the 14th consecutive year, Northwestern Memorial Hospital has been named to the Best Hospital Honor Roll. Additionally, Northwestern Memorial Hospital is the only Illinois…

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Baby Boomers, Chicago, Health, News, Seniors

Author Charlene Wexler Earns Apex Award for Farewell to South Shore

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Author Charlene Wexler Earns Apex Award for Farewell to South Shore

Author Charlene Wexler Earns Apex Award for Farewell to South Shore Author Charlene Wexler recently won a 2025 Communications Concepts Award of Excellence for her book Farewell to South Shore, published by Speaking Volumes. “Farewell to South Shore taps into and articulates a woman’s emotions related to dealing with a changing society, particularly its expectations of…

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In response to draft effort, Jesse Jackson Jr. forms Exploratory Committee to consider 2nd Congressional District run

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In response to draft effort, Jesse Jackson Jr. forms Exploratory Committee to consider 2nd Congressional District run

In response to draft effort, Jesse Jackson Jr. forms Exploratory Committee to consider 2nd Congressional District run In response to an effort by retired U.S. Rep. Bobby Rush and a growing number of political and community leaders to draft him into the race for Illinois’ 2nd Congressional District seat, former U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr….

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Chicago, elections, Federal, News, NewsWire, Politics, Suburban Chicagoland

Taste of Orland Park Returns to Village Center with Food, Fun and Festivities

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Taste of Orland Park Returns to Village Center with Food, Fun and Festivities

Taste of Orland Park Returns to Village Center with Food, Fun and Festivities Northwestern Medicine sponsors Aug 1-3 event packed with music, food and entertainment The Taste of Orland Park, presented by Northwestern Medicine, will return to the Village Center from Aug. 1-3. “We are thrilled to bring the Taste of Orland Park back to…

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Chicago Wolves hockey unveil 2025-26 Season schedule

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Chicago Wolves hockey unveil 2025-26 Season schedule

Chicago Wolves hockey unveil 2025-26 Season schedule The Chicago Wolves announced their 2025-26 American Hockey League schedule on Thursday. The franchise’s 32nd season will feature a 72-game slate beginning with the Season Opener on Oct. 11 vs. the Wild in Iowa. The Wolves’ Home Opener will be Oct. 18 against the rival Rockford IceHogs at…

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Chicago, Events, News, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland

Chivas de Guadalajara and Club Leon to meet in Chicago

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Chivas de Guadalajara and Club Leon to meet in Chicago

Chivas de Guadalajara and Club Leon to meet in Chicago Primtetime Sports is set to host the international friendly match between Club Deportivo Guadalajara and Club León on Sunday, September 7, 2025 at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview. Chivas de Guadalajara is the only Liga MX club that plays exclusively with Mexican players and it’s one…

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Bridgeview, Chicago, Events, News, Sports, Suburban Chicagoland

Frozen with an Orland Firefighter at McDonald’s

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Frozen with an Orland Firefighter at McDonald’s

Frozen with an Orland Firefighter at McDonald’s Orland Park, IL – About 100 children and their parents participated in an exploration of an Orland Fire Protection District Fire Truck at a “Frozen with a Firefighter” event hosted by McDonald’s in Orland Park. Each child and parent attending the event received a free Frozen drink, courtesy…

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Leading members of State’s Gun Violence Prevention Community endorse Robin Kelly for U.S. Senate

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Leading members of State’s Gun Violence Prevention Community endorse Robin Kelly for U.S. Senate

Leading members of State’s Gun Violence Prevention Community endorse Robin Kelly for U.S. Senate Many top leaders, advocates and champions of the state’s gun violence prevention movement today endorsed Robin Kelly for U.S. Senate. The group has founded gun violence prevention organizations, raised their voices, told their stories and led with passion on ending senseless…

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Seven Individuals Charged in Drug and Firearm Investigation Centered on South Side of Chicago

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Seven Individuals Charged in Drug and Firearm Investigation Centered on South Side of Chicago

Seven Individuals Charged in Drug and Firearm Investigation Centered on South Side of Chicago A drug and firearm investigation centered on the South Side of Chicago has resulted in federal criminal charges against seven individuals. A superseding indictment returned by a grand jury in U.S. District Court in Chicago accuses the seven defendants of participating…

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