OHIO–(ENEWSPF)–May 3, 2013. by Erik Altieri, NORML Communications Director Representative Robert F. Hagan (D-Youngstown) has introduced a measure that would put marijuana legalization on the ballot before state voters. House Joint Resolution 6 would place a question on the Ohio ballot asking voters to approve allowing people 21 or older[Read More…]
Day: May 3, 2013
Senators Kirk, Durbin Visit Great Lakes Naval Station, LEARN Charter School
Lawmakers discuss continued support for the base, employees and families NORTH CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 3, 2013. U.S. Senators Mark Kirk (R-IL) and Dick Durbin (D-IL) along with Congressman Brad Schneider (D-IL-10) today visited Naval Station Great Lakes to discuss the future of the station with Base Commander CAPT Randy Lynch and other leaders. [Read More…]
Governor Quinn Makes Executive Appointments
Fills Key Positions at Three Universities, Illinois Arts Council, State Museum Board and Illinois Department of Public Health CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 3, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn today made a number of key appointments to the state’s boards and commissions. In addition to three university boards, the governor filled positions on the Illinois[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Proclaims Senior Corps Week in Illinois
Serve Illinois Commission Commends Volunteers and Promotes Service to Bring Generations Together SPRINGFIELD, Illinois–(ENEWSPF)–May 3, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn proclaimed May 6-10, 2013 as Senior Corps Week in the state of Illinois. Senior Corps connects volunteers 55 and older with people and organizations to serve as mentors, coaches or companions[Read More…]
Governor Quinn, Mayor Emanuel Announce Successful First Year of 1871 Digital Startup Hub
1871 Community Generates 800 Jobs, $30 Million in Capital Investments and $13 Million in Revenue; Paves Way for Next Generation of Business Leaders CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 3, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn and Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s administration today joined leaders from 1871 – the first-of-its-kind digital startup hub – to release data[Read More…]
DOD Identifies Three Army Casualties, May 3, 2013
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 3, 2013. The Department of Defense announced today the death of two soldiers who were supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. They died May 2, in Camp Buehring, Kuwait, of injuries sustained in a vehicle accident. They were assigned to 4th Battalion, 42nd Field Artillery Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat[Read More…]
Remarks by Secretary of State Kerry at the American Foreign Service Association Memorial Plaque Ceremony
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 3, 2013. SECRETARY KERRY: Susan, thank you very much for your stewardship and that of AFSA, and a welcome to all of the extended members of the State Department family. We are deeply appreciative for everybody taking part in this ceremony as we mourn and we commemorate and[Read More…]
Justice Department Expands Its Barrier-Free Health Care Initiative with Settlement with Burke Health and Rehabilitation Center in Burke, Virginia
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 3, 2013. The Justice Department announced today that, as part of its Barrier-Free Health Care Initiative, it has reached a settlement agreement with another health care provider, Medical Facilities of America XXIX Limited Partnership, t/a Burke Health and Rehabilitation Center in Burke, Va., to ensure that they provide[Read More…]
International Cybercriminal Extradited from Thailand to the United States
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 3, 2013. Algerian national Hamza Bendelladj, aka “Bx1,” has been extradited from Thailand to the United States to face charges in Atlanta for allegedly playing a critical role in developing, marketing, distributing and controlling “SpyEye,” a pernicious computer virus designed to steal unsuspecting victims’ financial and personally identifying[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama to the People of Mexico, May 3, 2013
Mexico City, Mexico–(ENEWSPF)–May 3, 2013 – 9:29 A.M. CDT THE PRESIDENT: Hola! (Applause.) Buenos dias! Please, please, everybody have a seat. It is wonderful to be back in México — lindo y querido. (Applause.) I bring with me the greetings and friendship of the people of the United States, including[Read More…]