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Veteran’s Appreciation Day Holiday Luncheon to be held Dec. 12, 2025

Posted on November 21, 2025November 24, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Veteran’s Appreciation Day Holiday Luncheon to be held Dec. 12, 2025
Veteran’s Appreciation Day Holiday Luncheon to be held Dec. 12, 2025

Veteran’s Appreciation Day Holiday Luncheon to be held Dec. 12, 2025 Illinois Senator Mike Porfirio will join local legislators in celebrating and honoring America’s veterans at a Holiday luncheon to be held at Morton College on Dec. 12, 2025. Among those also attending will be State Sen. Javier Cervantes, State Rep. Lisa Hernandez, State Rep….

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Lisa Hernandez Responds to Governor’s State of the State: Cost of Living is My Top Priority 

Posted on February 20, 2025February 20, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Lisa Hernandez Responds to Governor’s State of the State: Cost of Living is My Top Priority 

Lisa Hernandez Responds to Governor’s State of the State: Cost of Living is My Top Priority  SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Lisa Hernandez, D-Cicero, outlined her strong commitment to cutting the cost of living for everyday Illinoisans in her response to Governor Pritzker’s State of the State and Budget Address.  “While we again face a…

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Lisa Hernandez to Serve as Deputy Majority Leader, Continuing Fight for South Suburban Communities 

Posted on January 15, 2025January 15, 2025 By Press ReleaseChicago No Comments on Lisa Hernandez to Serve as Deputy Majority Leader, Continuing Fight for South Suburban Communities 
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Lisa Hernandez to Serve as Deputy Majority Leader, Continuing Fight for South Suburban Communities  State Rep. Elizabeth ‘Lisa’ Hernandez, D-Cicero, will continue in her new term as Deputy Majority Leader, fighting for south suburban communities in upcoming budget and legislative talks. Hernandez issued the following statement:  “I am honored to serve my community as Deputy…

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Race heats up for 24th House

Posted on February 21, 2018February 24, 2018 By Steve Metsch No Comments on Race heats up for 24th House
Race heats up for 24th House

Race heat up for 24th House Incumbent, challenger field questions in Lyons forum By Steve Metsch A wide range of issues were discussed during a 90-minute candidate forum Monday night for the Illinois House 24th District held at the Lyons Village Hall. Incumbent Lisa Hernandez and challenger Robert Reyes both seek the Democratic nomination in…

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Lisa Hernandez fundraiser March 7

Posted on February 14, 2018September 25, 2018 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Lisa Hernandez fundraiser March 7

Lisa Hernandez fundraiser March 7 I’m locked in the primary battle of my political career. My opponent is spreading lies like a running faucet. Years of hard work for our community is under threat of being wiped out for good. We must take a stand and speak up for the residents of the 24th District….

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