Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–October 21, 2010. Scientists from NOAA, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and the Audubon Nature Institute joined with Coast Guard Rear Admiral Roy A. Nash today to return 33 sea turtles to Gulf of Mexico waters offshore of Louisiana. This is the first release of rehabilitated sea[Read More…]
Day: October 21, 2010
New White House Report Highlights Need for Paycheck Fairness Act
WASHINGTON—(ENEWSPF)–October 21 – The White House National Economic Council today released a report, “Jobs and Economic Security for America’s Women,” detailing the changing role women play in the American economy and the challenges they face. According to the report, women have made significant strides in achieving equality in the workplace.[Read More…]
IL Unemployment Picture Improves Again in September; Six Month Positive Trend
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–October 21, 2010. The unemployment rate fell again in September, countering the national trend. The seasonally adjusted rate fell -0.2 points to 9.9 percent, according to data released today by the Illinois Department of Employment Security. September is the sixth consecutive month that the Illinois unemployment rate has fallen. The[Read More…]
Gov. Quinn Announces $15 Million in Public Museum Capital Gran
SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–October 21, 2010. Governor Pat Quinn today awarded nearly $15 million in grants to 51 public museums in Illinois for new and expanded facilities, exhibits and infrastructure improvements through the Illinois Public Museums Capital Grant Program. “Illinois’ public museums are some of our most valuable teaching resources. Students learn best[Read More…]
Carbon Monoxide Dangers are Greatest During Winter Home Heating Season
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–October 21, 2010. For most people, home furnaces have sat idle during the summer. As temperatures go down, it’s important to understand the possible dangers that lurk when restarting a dormant furnace, warns the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM). “The greatest danger comes from carbon monoxide (CO)[Read More…]
Illinois Department of Insurance Awarded $1.45 Million to Enhance Consumer Protection Efforts
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–October 21, 2010. The Illinois Department of Insurance announced today that it will receive $1.45 million in federal funds to support its efforts to educate Illinois health insurance consumers and advocate on their behalf. “The Department’s first priority is consumer protection,” said Illinois Department of Insurance Director Michael T. McRaith. [Read More…]
Toyota Announces Intent to Voluntarily Recall Certain Toyota Avalon and Highlander, and Lexus GS300, IS250, and IS350 Vehicles
TORRANCE, Calif.—(ENEWSPF)–October 21, 2010 – Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., announced yesterday that it will conduct a voluntary Safety Recall involving approximately 740,000 – 2005 through 2006 Avalon, 2004 through 2006 Highlander (non Hybrid) and Lexus RX330, and 2006 Lexus GS300, IS250, and IS350 vehicles sold in the United[Read More…]
New AARP Survey Highlights Key Issues, Attitudes of Hispanic Voters Age 50+
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–October 21, 2010. According to a new survey released yesterday, while Hispanic AARP members who are likely voters in the 2010 midterm elections are divided on the country’s direction, they are more optimistic than AARP members overall about the future and overwhelmingly want candidates to address key issues like protecting[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces Funding to Build Moline Transportation Center
MOLINE–(ENEWSPF)– Oct. 21, 2010. Governor Pat Quinn was joined by U.S. Rep. Phil Hare, Federal Railroad Administration Administrator Joseph Szabo, Illinois Transportation Secretary Gary Hannig and local officials today to announce full funding for the Moline Transportation Center that will serve as a station for new Amtrak service between Chicago[Read More…]
Christine O’Donnell Regrets ‘I’m not a witch’ Ad
In yet another bizarre turn in a campaign that has brought us Democratic U.S. Senate candidate for South Carolina Alvin Green, Christine O’Donnell steps in it again on Good Morning America, ABC’s morning fluff show. From the Sun-Times: Republican Delaware Senate candidate Christine O’Donnell says she regrets making the campaign[Read More…]
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