Day: November 5, 2013

Statement From Mayor Rahm Emanuel On The Passing Of Charlie Trotter

CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–November 5, 2013. “Charlie Trotter changed Chicago’s restaurant scene forever and played a leading role in elevating the city to the culinary capital it is today.  Charlie’s personality mirrored his cooking – bold, inventive and always memorable.  Charlie Trotter will be remembered for serving the finest food and his generous philanthropy,[Read More…]

Wednesday, Nov. 6th: ‘Voices of the Victims’ Tour Comes to Chicago to Speak Out Against Failed Drug War

Mexican Poet Javier Sicilia to Address Community Leaders at Luncheon Gathering on Need for New Drug Policies to Reduce Violence, Incarceration and Racial Disparities Chicago—(ENEWSPF)—November 5, 2013. On Wednesday, November 6, Mexican poet and peace leader Javier Sicilia will visit Chicago to speak firsthand about the pain and devastation inflicted[Read More…]

Americans of All Ages Are Eager for Affordable Coverage

Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—November 5, 2013. By Kathleen Sebelius, Secretary of Health and Human Services  Over these past three and a half years, I’ve had the opportunity to meet with everyday people in every part of our country who have been waiting years for the opportunity to get covered by affordable health[Read More…]

Senator Durbin Introduces Kirk & Duckworth at Senate Committee Hearing on Disability Rights Treaty

Stroke survivor and Iraq war veteran testify regarding the importance of passing bipartisan and historic treaty on the rights of the disabled WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 5, 2013.  U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) today introduced two members of the Illinois Congressional Delegation – U.S. Senator Mark Kirk (R-IL) and U.S. Representative Tammy[Read More…]

On Wednesday, Nov. 6 Be Part of Stand Up for Heroes 2013 Through Livestream & Google+ Hangout

NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–November 5, 2013. Join the concert and the conversation for musical performances and discussions with celebrities backstage, service members and fans across the country in a Google+ Hangout.  Register now or visit Bob Woodruff Foundation’s YouTube or Google+ Page at 9 p.m. EST on November 6th, 2013.   The[Read More…]

Otis Clay singing

The Chicago Tribune brings its show on the road to GSU

Otis Clay. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Rick Kogan’s wit. Otis Clay’s rhythm, WGN’s Judy and Kathy’s characteristic frankness. Comedy from Chicago’s own Second City Comedy Troupe. Now that’s a recipe for a good night out. Chicago Live!, the Chicago Tribune’s radio and stage show, makes its way back south, as broadcast icon Rick[Read More…]

Senator Kirk Testifies at Foreign Relations Committee: Our Soldiers Are Victors, Not Victims

Supports Convention on Rights of Persons with Disabilities WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–November 5, 2013.  In a Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing regarding Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, U.S. Senator Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) testified today in support of the Treaty saying: “The Americans in this country who are disabled, like Steve[Read More…]

Senator Kirk Demands Obamacare Website Contract

Asks who is accountable for spending $400 million of taxpayer money for a failed website, can we save the next $100 million WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–November 5, 2013.  During a Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee hearing regarding the failed Obamacare health insurance exchanges, U.S. Senator Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) demanded that the[Read More…]

Attorney General Madigan Commends Passage of Marriage Equality Legislation in Illinois

Chicago—(ENEWSPF)—November 5, 2013. Attorney General Lisa Madigan today issued the following statement in response to the House of Representatives’ passage of SB10: “This victory is about important American principles: freedom and fairness. At its heart, marriage equality is about affording the same rights and responsibilities to all no matter whom[Read More…]

State Department Briefing by Marie Harf, November 5, 2013

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 5, 2013. Index for Today’s Briefing SYRIA Geneva 2 / Deliberations Ongoing Military Situation on the Ground Humanitarian Situation / Assistance Possible Geneva 2 Participants / Discussions with Russians OPCW / U.S. Support for OPCW No Announcements about Weapons Destruction / Ongoing Discussion Secretary’s Saudi Arabia Meetings /[Read More…]

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