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  • UN Special Committee on Israeli practices in occupied territories warns of a second Nakba  Arab World
  • Arab American community liaison Hassan Nijem, Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas and Bolingbrook Mayor Mary Basta at the Arab American Heritage Month event hosted by Pappas’s office.
    Pappas honors Arab American business and community leaders for Heritage Month Activism
  • 04-28-25 Pappas Arab Heritage Month
    Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas recognizes Arab American Heritage Month by honoring business and community leaders American Arabs
  • Stuffed Grape Leaves. Photo courtesy of Ray Hanania
    A recipe on how to make Stuffed Grape Leaves with lamb, ox tail and rice American Arabs
  • Andrew Boutros, interim US Attorney Northern District of Illinois. Photo courtesy of the US Attorney's Office
    Andrew S. Boutros Takes Oath of Office as United States Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois American Arabs
  • Israeli massacres of Palestinian civilians March 18 2025
    Palestinians demand investigation of Israeli war crimes in Gaza Strip Arab World
  • Illinois Muslim Action Day April 9 2025
    Illinois Muslim Action Day Policies at April 9 Statehouse News Conference American Arabs
  • Investigation demanded in March 23 massacre of 15 first responders by Israel's military in Rafah
    Investigation demanded into Israel slaughter of First Responder in Rafah on March 23, 2025 Arab World
  • More than a dozen candidates running for various local offices in the Chicagoland suburbs attended an Ifatr dinner Thursday, March 13, 2025 hosted by the Arab American Chamber of Commerce at the Jerusalem Banquet Hall in Bridgeview.
    Candidates promise fairness and engagement at Arab Chamber Iftar event March 13 Activism
  • Orland Fire Protection District, Fiscal Voices, receive endorsement of the Arab American Democracy Coaliton
    Independent candidates for Orland Fire receive Arab and Muslim American endorsement Activism
  • Partial Image from a video produced by the PASC called "Citizens Against Insider Politics". The video slandered Arabs and Muslims in Orland Park as being supporters of terrorism. The PAC receivced a major donation fromt he founder of Pete's Fresh Market which operate stores in two heavily populated Arab and Muslim communities, Bridgeview and Orland Park.
    CAIR-Chicago Denounces Growing Islamophobia in Southwest Suburbs, Calls for Hate Crime Investigation Activism
  • The Arab American Chamber of Commerce of Chicagoland and the Palestine Club are hosting a "Candidate's Iftar" on Thursday, March 13 beginning at 5:30 PM at Jerusalem Banquets, 8314 S. Harlem Avenue.
    Arab Chamber and Palestine Club host Candidate Iftar March 13 in Bridgeview Activism
  • Television set and remote. Photo by Glenn Carstens-Peters on Unsplash
    MBC GROUP unveils MBCNOW, its brand-new groundbreaking entertainment service aggregator American Arabs
  • Mike Ghouse
    Celebration of 500th Interfaith Marriage Ceremony American Arabs
  • Orland Park activist Yousif Zegar addresses the Orland Park Village Board meeting on Feb. 5, 2024.
    All United launches to empower local community and drive political change American Arabs

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Independent candidates for Orland Fire receive Arab and Muslim American endorsement

Posted on March 17, 2025March 17, 2025 By Press Release Press Release No Comments on Independent candidates for Orland Fire receive Arab and Muslim American endorsement
Independent candidates for Orland Fire receive Arab and Muslim American endorsement

Independent candidates for Orland Fire receive Arab and Muslim American endorsement PRESS RELEASE — March 17, 2025 Orland Fire Protection District, IL — As you may see, we do not have the endorsements of mayors, supervisors, or union leaders and activists. We are independent and we support good government. We are most proud of the…

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Activism, American Arabs, Election, News, Politics, Press Releases

Celebration of 500th Interfaith Marriage Ceremony

Posted on February 14, 2025February 14, 2025 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Celebration of 500th Interfaith Marriage Ceremony
Celebration of 500th Interfaith Marriage Ceremony

Celebration of 500th Interfaith Marriage Ceremony Championing Unity, Love, and Pluralism Through Interfaith Weddings Washington, D.C., – Dr. Mike Mohamed Ghouse, a renowned interfaith wedding officiant, is preparing to celebrate a remarkable milestone—his 500th marriage ceremony. Over the past 15 years, Dr. Ghouse has officiated weddings that transcend faith, race, and ethnicity, fostering unity and…

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American Arabs, Mike Ghouse, News, NewsWire, Press Releases

MSF opens field hospital in Deir al-Balah as frontline inches closer to Al-Aqsa Hospital as Gaza Holocaust worsens

Posted on August 28, 2024August 28, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on MSF opens field hospital in Deir al-Balah as frontline inches closer to Al-Aqsa Hospital as Gaza Holocaust worsens
MSF opens field hospital in Deir al-Balah as frontline inches closer to Al-Aqsa Hospital as Gaza Holocaust worsens

MSF opens field hospital in Deir al-Balah as frontline inches closer to Al-Aqsa Hospital as Gaza Holocaust worsens Field hospitals cannot replace the health care system that Israel has dismantled in Gaza. Following an evacuation order issued by Israeli forces and a recent explosion near the MSF-supported Al-Aqsa Hospital in Deir al-Balah in central Gaza…

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Arab World, Human Rights, Israel, Middle East, News, Palestine & Jordan, racism, Terrorism

USCMO Condemns “Defamatory, Islamophobic” Attempts to Smear Minnesota Muslim Community

Posted on August 19, 2024August 19, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on USCMO Condemns “Defamatory, Islamophobic” Attempts to Smear Minnesota Muslim Community
USCMO Condemns “Defamatory, Islamophobic” Attempts to Smear Minnesota Muslim Community

USCMO Condemns “Defamatory, Islamophobic” Attempts to Smear Minnesota Muslim Community The US Council of Muslim Organizations (USCMO), the nation’s umbrella group of national, regional, and local Muslim organizations, today, Monday August 19, 2024, condemned a coordinated campaign of anti-Muslim attacks aimed at smearing the Minnesota Muslim community as part of political attack on Minnesota governor Tim…

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American Arabs, Christian & Muslim, Media Bias, News, Palestine & Jordan, racism, US Arab Politics

Israel’s racist government denies water to Christians and Muslims in East Jerusalem

Posted on August 19, 2024August 19, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Israel’s racist government denies water to Christians and Muslims in East Jerusalem
Israel’s racist government denies water to Christians and Muslims in East Jerusalem

Israel’s racist government denies water to Christians and Muslims in East Jerusalem Adalah Petitions Israeli Supreme Court Over Severe Water Shortages in Kufr ‘Aqab, a Palestinian Neighborhood in Occupied East Jerusalem. The petition, filed on behalf of 204 residents, argues that the Israeli authorities’ failure to provide a continuous and adequate water supply undermines the…

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Activism, Arab World, Christian & Muslim, Civil Rights, Israel, Middle East, News, racism

Arab Americans for Trump takes message directly to the community in key swing states

Posted on July 27, 2024August 6, 2024 By Ray Hanania No Comments on Arab Americans for Trump takes message directly to the community in key swing states
Arab Americans for Trump takes message directly to the community in key swing states

Arab Americans for Trump takes message directly to the community in key swing states Arab American supporters of President Donald Trump are hosting meetings in Michigan and soon in Arizona, Pennsylvania, Virginia and several more key swing states during the next three months. Arab Americans for Trump is also arranging meetings with key community leaders…

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American Arabs, Chaldean, Christian & Muslim, Features, Israel, Middle East, News, NewsWire, Palestine & Jordan, Ray Hanania, Spotlight, US Arab Politics

Israeli killings of more than 800 civilians in destruction of hospital and six mosques in Gaza denounced world wide

Posted on October 17, 2023October 17, 2023 By rayhanania No Comments on Israeli killings of more than 800 civilians in destruction of hospital and six mosques in Gaza denounced world wide
Israeli killings of more than 800 civilians in destruction of hospital and six mosques in Gaza denounced world wide

Israeli killings of more than 800 civilians in destruction of hospital and six mosques in Gaza denounced world wide The following are statements from international and American-based organization denouncing the indiscriminate murder of nearly 800 Palestinian civilians, mostly injured patients, women and children, buildings targeted by Israel’s bombing and destruction of a hospital and six…

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Christian & Muslim, Civil Rights, Israel, News, refugees, Terrorism, war crimes

State Department refuses to acknowledge Israeli killings of Palestinians

Posted on October 10, 2023October 11, 2023 By rayhanania No Comments on State Department refuses to acknowledge Israeli killings of Palestinians
State Department refuses to acknowledge Israeli killings of Palestinians

State Department refuses to acknowledge Israeli killings of Palestinians By Ray Hanania The U.S. State Department hosted a press conference with reporters to reiterate President Biden’s total an unwavering support for Israel and it’s “right” to respond to terrorist attacks. State Department Spokesman Matthew Miller answered all questions regarding Israel’s “right” to attack Palestinians in…

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American Arabs, Arab World, Christian & Muslim, Civil Rights, Human Rights, Iran, Israel, Journalism, News, News Media, Palestine & Jordan, Politics, racism, Ray Hanania

CAIR-Chicago Condemns Student Quran Burning in Naperville, Exposes RSS Hindutva Connection  

Posted on October 6, 2023October 6, 2023 By rayhanania No Comments on CAIR-Chicago Condemns Student Quran Burning in Naperville, Exposes RSS Hindutva Connection  
CAIR-Chicago Condemns Student Quran Burning in Naperville, Exposes RSS Hindutva Connection  

CAIR-Chicago Condemns Student Quran Burning in Naperville, Exposes RSS Hindutva Connection  The Chicago chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Chicago) today condemned a reported Quran-burning incident by a student in Naperville, Illinois, and warned of a troubling connection to the Islamophobic and extremist RSS Hindutva movement that has been internationally-condemned for its anti-minority ideology…

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Christian & Muslim, Civil Rights, News, religion

CAIR Announces Lawsuit in D.C., Mass., N.J., Mich. Seeking End to Secret Government Watchlist

Posted on September 19, 2023September 19, 2023 By rayhanania No Comments on CAIR Announces Lawsuit in D.C., Mass., N.J., Mich. Seeking End to Secret Government Watchlist
CAIR Announces Lawsuit in D.C., Mass., N.J., Mich. Seeking End to Secret Government Watchlist

CAIR Announces Lawsuit in D.C., Mass., N.J., Mich. Seeking End to Secret Government Watchlist The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, announced Tuesday (Sept. 19, 2023) the filing of a lawsuit with a dozen plaintiffs seeking an end to the government’s secret watchlist that almost exclusively targets…

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American Arabs, Christian & Muslim, Civil Rights, Legal, News, NewsWire, racism

Dingell, Tlaib Introduce Resolution Recognizing Eid al-Fitr

Posted on April 18, 2023April 18, 2023 By rayhanania No Comments on Dingell, Tlaib Introduce Resolution Recognizing Eid al-Fitr
Dingell, Tlaib Introduce Resolution Recognizing Eid al-Fitr

Dingell, Tlaib Introduce Resolution Recognizing Eid al-Fitr Representatives Debbie Dingell (MI-06) and Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) this week introduced a resolution recognizing Eid al-Fitr, the observance of the conclusion of Ramadan, and offering best wishes and support to all Muslims for a joyous and meaningful celebration. “As the holy month of Ramadan comes to a close,…

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Christian & Muslim, Culture, Features, Michigan, News, religion

Essential recipes and ingredients during Ramadan 

Posted on April 4, 2023April 4, 2023 By News Editor News Editor 2 Comments on Essential recipes and ingredients during Ramadan 
Essential recipes and ingredients during Ramadan 

Essential recipes and ingredients during Ramadan  Ramadan is an important month-long religious observance for Muslims who observe it by fasting, prayer, reflection, and community engagement.  The 30 day period of fasting begins at sunrise and ends as sunset and observant Muslims eat only before sunrise for the “Suhoor” and after sunset for the “Iftar.”  The evening Iftar…

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American Arabs, Christian & Muslim, Culture, Entertainment, Features, Food, Middle East, News, NewsWire

Low Arab early voting turnout in important Orland Park elections

Posted on March 31, 2023March 31, 2023 By rayhanania No Comments on Low Arab early voting turnout in important Orland Park elections
Low Arab early voting turnout in important Orland Park elections

Low Arab early voting turnout in important Orland Park elections By Ray Hanania The election on Tuesday April 4 is very important to the Arab American & Muslim community. There are many candidates who support our community who need our support, and several who do not. If we don’t take the time to vote, we…

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American Arabs, Christian & Muslim, Election, News, Politics, Ray Hanania, Spotlight, The Arab Street, US Arab Politics

Arab Democrats urge NO VOTE on Gov. J.B. Pritzker re-election bid

Posted on November 2, 2022November 6, 2022 By News Editor News Editor 1 Comment on Arab Democrats urge NO VOTE on Gov. J.B. Pritzker re-election bid

Arab American Democratic Club urges NO VOTE on Gov. J.B. Pritzker re-election bid Arab American Democratic Club (AADC) urges the state’s more than 110,000 Arab American and 250,000 Muslim voters to vote NO on the re-election bid of Gov. J.B. Pritzker. Pritzker has marginalized the needs of Arab Americans and Muslim Americans, failing to name…

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Activism, American Arabs, Election, News, Politics, Spotlight, US Arab Politics

US Arab Radio to showcase Ramadan voices and traditions

Posted on April 4, 2022April 4, 2022 By rayhanania No Comments on US Arab Radio to showcase Ramadan voices and traditions
US Arab Radio to showcase Ramadan voices and traditions

US Arab Radio to showcase Ramadan voices and traditions America’s only weekday morning and afternoon live radio network will feature a range of voices, personalities and traditions during the month of Ramadan says U.S. Arab Radio President Laila Alhusini, including several specials during the week U.S. Arab Radio congratulates the Muslim community on the beginning…

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American Arabs, Christian & Muslim, Civil Rights, Culture, Event, Events, News, Radio Podcast, religion

Racist targeting of Arab businesses by Lightfoot administration to be probed by City Council hearing

Posted on December 19, 2021December 19, 2021 By rayhanania No Comments on Racist targeting of Arab businesses by Lightfoot administration to be probed by City Council hearing
Racist targeting of Arab businesses by Lightfoot administration to be probed by City Council hearing

Racist targeting of Arab businesses by Lightfoot administration to be probed by City Council hearing 36th Ward Chicago Alderman Gilbert Villegas proposed a City Council investigation into a Building Department Task Force accused of harassing Arab-owned small businesses targeted by Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s racist crackdown to confront rising street gang violence. By Ray Hanania Chicago…

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American Arabs, Christian & Muslim, Civil Rights, Culture, immigrants, News, Politics, racism, Spotlight, The Arab Street, US Arab Politics

US Rep. Lauren Boebert owes US Rep. Ilhan Omar an apology

Posted on December 2, 2021December 2, 2021 By rayhanania No Comments on US Rep. Lauren Boebert owes US Rep. Ilhan Omar an apology
US Rep. Lauren Boebert owes US Rep. Ilhan Omar an apology

US Rep. Lauren Boebert owes US Rep. Ilhan Omar an apology People who can’t debate real issues because they lack the intelligence to do so instead turn to racist hatred and name-calling to demonize others with whom they disagree. That’s the case with Colorado Congresswoman Lauren Boebert who made a vicious personal attack against Minnesota…

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Arab News, Arab World, Bloggers, Christian & Muslim, Civil Rights, Commentary, Congress, Culture, Humor, Opinion, Politics, Ray Hanania, Spotlight, Terrorism, US Arab Politics

Pappas and Arab Chamber help Arabs save $39,000 in property taxes

Posted on September 17, 2021September 17, 2021 By rayhanania No Comments on Pappas and Arab Chamber help Arabs save $39,000 in property taxes
Pappas and Arab Chamber help Arabs save $39,000 in property taxes

Pappas and Arab Chamber help Arabs save $39,000 in property taxes The American Arab Chamber of Commerce partnering with Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas organized a review of properties owned by Arabs and Muslims at the Islamic Community Center of Illinois this week and identified more than $39,000 in tax overpayments that can be refunded. Arab Chamber…

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Activism, American Arabs, Business, Culture, News, Ray Hanania

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