Chicago-(ENEWSPF)- From The Chicago Sun-Times: Mayor Rahm Emanuel acknowledged Tuesday that 90 percent is a “huge number” for the Chicago Teachers Union to achieve in its strike authorization vote, but he’s holding out hope for a pre-strike settlement. “Let’s work together, find common ground, find partnership, reminding ourselves …. [of[Read More…]
Day: June 13, 2012
Congressman Asks FDA to Halt Toxic Pesticide Lindane for Head Lice
Washingtton, DC–(ENEWSPF)–June 13, 2012. Congressman Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), senior member of the Energy and Commerce Committee, has asked the U.S. the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to halt the use of the insecticide lindane in pharmaceutical treatments for head lice in children. Despite research on its toxicity and ineffectiveness,[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of June 11, 2012
Alia Davis (left, behind counter) registers Rhonda Hayslett’s membership at Quality Classic Health & Fitness Center on Saturday, the 4th anniversary of the gym. Earl Davis (right) shows off an award recognizing his stewardship running the business. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—June 11, 2012. Park Forest’s Main Street Nights[Read More…]
Durbin, Kirk Praise the Establishment of a Public Charter School in North Chicago
School to open in September for 250 pupils NORTH CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–June 12, 2012. Today, U.S. Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Mark Kirk (R-IL) announced their support for the establishment of the LEARN Public Charter School in North Chicago on the edge of Great Lakes Naval Station. The Senators congratulated the Navy,[Read More…]
Senator Durbin Unveils 2013 Financial Services, General Government Appropriations Bill
Consumer/Financial Protection, Job Creation and Economic Development Agencies are Top Priorities WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–June 12, 2012. US Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL), Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government (FSGG), today unveiled the subcommittee’s appropriations package for fiscal year 2013. The bill covers $22.99 billion in discretionary[Read More…]
The Passing of Philip H. Corboy
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–June 12, 2012. Corboy & Demetrio announces with profound sadness that its founding partner, Philip H. Corboy, died this morning in his home in Chicago, Illinois, with his wife, Mary Dempsey, at his side. Phil was 87 years old. Philip H. Corboy graduated first in his class from Loyola University[Read More…]
Governor Pat Quinn Statement on the Death of Philip Corboy
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–June 12, 2012. Governor Pat Quinn today issued a statement regarding prominent Chicago attorney Philip Corboy, who passed away earlier this morning. “Philip Corboy was more than an attorney; he was an advocate for everyday people. His long career of service on behalf of consumers has made us all safer.[Read More…]
State Department Briefing by Victoria Nuland, June 12, 2012
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–June 12, 2012. Index for Today’s Briefing CUBA Jorge Luis Garcia Perez SYRIA Russian Military Ties / Use of Arms / Escalation of Violence / Conscripted Children Post-Assad Transition / Communications with Russian Authorities / Jackson-Vanik Legislation / Influx of Syrian Refugees AFGHANISTAN Missing Young Professional Program Participants JORDAN[Read More…]
DOD Identifies Two Army Casualties, June 12, 2012
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–June 12, 2012. The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. Pfc. Nathan T. Davis, 20, Yucaipa, Calif., died June 9, in Tore Obeh, Afghanistan, of injuries suffered when his vehicle was attacked with an enemy improvised explosive device. Davis[Read More…]
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE:
Most Viewed
What A Former Roller Rink is Now at SD 162
6295 views