Day: December 22, 2012

BMW Recall of Certain Model Year 2012 – 2013 S 1000 RR Motorcycles

Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—December 2, 2012. Summary:  BMW is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 S 1000 RR motorcycles manufactured September 2011, through December 2012. Due to a manufacturing fault, the side-stand attachment bolts could start to loosen. The loosening of the side-stand bolts could cause the stand to separate from the frame[Read More…]

ISAF Joint Command Operational Update, December 22, 2012

KABUL, Afghanistan–(ENEWSPF)–December 22, 2012 – Afghan and coalition officials confirmed today that the Taliban leader, Faruq, and one other insurgent were killed during a security operation in Andar district, Ghazni province, yesterday. Faruq, also known as Nadim, planned and executed improvised explosive device attacks against Afghan and coalition forces.  The[Read More…]

Weekly Address: The President and First Lady Extend a Holiday Greeting and Thank our Troops for their Service

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–December 22, 2012. THE PRESIDENT:  Hi everybody.  This weekend, as you gather with family and friends, Michelle and I want to wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy Holidays.  THE FIRST LADY:  We both love this time of year.  And there’s nothing quite like celebrating the holidays at[Read More…]

Statement by President Obama on the Fiscal Cliff

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–December 21, 2012 – 5:34 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT:  Good afternoon, everybody.  Over the last few weeks I’ve been working with leaders of both parties on a proposal to get our deficit under control, avoid tax cuts — or avoid tax hikes on the middle class, and to make[Read More…]

Marian Catholic High School Entrance Exam on Jan. 12th

The Marian Catholic Band took home its 33rd State Championship on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, in Hancock Stadium at Illinois State University. The band won its 3A class in prelims and went on to finals where it finished in first place among the field of 45 bands. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago[Read More…]

Senator Kirk Statement on Midway Announcement

CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–December 21, 2012. The office of Senator Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) released the following statement today regarding the City of Chicago’s Midway Airport announcement: “Senator Kirk is a strong supporter of public-private partnerships that provide value to taxpayers, and he introduced the Lincoln Legacy Infrastructure Development Act in 2011 to further[Read More…]

City of Chicago to Explore Revenue Opportunity for Taxpayers Through Potential Midway Lease

Will Test Market Conditions and Possible Revenue Generation from Potential Lease of Midway Airport; City will Only Proceed if Specific Conditions are Met and Chicago Taxpayers Receive a Fair and Equitable Deal CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–December 21, 2012. The City of Chicago’s Chief Financial Officer announced today that the City will take the[Read More…]

Defense Department Press Briefing via Teleconference with Maj. Gen Patton and Lt. Col. Galbreath on the Annual Military Academy Sexual Assault Report

Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—December 21, 2012. MS. CYNTHIA SMITH:  We’ve allocated 30 minutes for Maj. Gen. Gary Patton, the director of the Department of Defense Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office, to discuss with you all today the findings of the annual Military Academy Sexual Assault Report.  You guys did receive the[Read More…]

State Department Briefing by Patrick Ventrell, December 21, 2012

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–December 21, 2012. Index for Today’s Briefing RUSSIA Russian Adoption Bill NORTH KOREA U.S. Citizen Detained DEPARTMENT Secretary Clinton’s Transition with Successor Secretary Clinton’s Health INDIA India-ASEAN Summit SYRIA U.S. Assistance for Winterization Efforts Concerns about Sectarian Nature of Conflict Continued Use of Scud Missiles IRAN P5+1 Meeting Status[Read More…]

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