Day: October 9, 2011

DOD Identifies Marine Casualty, October 7, 2011

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–October 7, 2011. The Department of Defense announced today the death of a Marine who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. Lance Cpl. Benjamin W. Schmidt, 24, of San Antonio, Texas, died Oct. 6 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. He was assigned to 2nd Battalion, 4th Marine[Read More…]

One Runner Dies at Sunday’s Chicago Marathon (Video/Story)

Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- One runner died today at the Chicago Marathon. From the Chicago Sun-Times: One runner died during the Chicago Marathon, according to the Cook County Medical Examiner’s office. A firefighter from North Carolina who apparently collapsed during the run died Sunday afternoon, authorities said. The unidentified man was pronounced[Read More…]

All Eyes On Chicago October 10 When Thousands Will March Against Wall Street Greed – Will You Be There?

Source: http://occupychi.org/photos/ Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—October 9, 2011. As someone who has participated in many marches supporting civil rights, women’s reproductive rights, and the end to the Viet Nam War, I’ve been fascinated with watching just how quickly the Occupy Wall Street movement has gained momentum over the past 3 weeks.[Read More…]

Statement by Weezer on Death of Former Bassist Mikey Welsh

CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—October 9, 2011. Former Weezer bass player Mikey Welsh was found dead today in a Chicago hotel room.  Welsh found success as an artist when he left the band. Laura Kubiak, a spokesperson for the Chicago police department said Welsh was supposed to check out of the Raffaello Hotel at[Read More…]

Week of Action Planned to Put Minnesotans’ Needs Before Wall Street Greed

MINNESOTA—(ENEWSPF)—October 9, 2011.  During the week of October 10th community, faith and labor groups plan to confront elected officials and local representatives of financial interests demanding action to restore opportunity to ordinary Minnesotans hurt by years of unrestrained Wall Street greed. “Minnesotans from all walks of life are taking our[Read More…]

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