Elk Grove Village, IL—(ENEWSPF)—July 8, 2013. There has been a significant increase in the number of computed tomography (CT) scans being performed on children, but do parents really know the potential risks involved in the procedure? In the study, “Parental Knowledge of Potential Cancer Risks From Exposure to Computed Tomography,”[Read More…]
Year: 2013
Oregon: Lawmakers Finalize Measure to License Medicinal Cannabis Dispensaries
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–July 8, 2013. By Paul Armentano, NORML Deputy Director Members of the Oregon House and Senate have given final approval to House Bill 3460, which licenses medicinal cannabis dispensaries statewide. Senate members approved an amended version of the bill by an 18 to 12 vote on July 3. House[Read More…]
Thales Alenia Space Kicks Off Euclid Construction
Euclid EU–(ENEWSPF)–8 July 2013. The construction of ESA’s Euclid space mission to explore the ‘dark Universe’ will be led by Italy’s Thales Alenia Space as prime contractor, beginning the full industrial phase of the project. The announcement follows that of last month when Astrium Toulouse was confirmed to build the[Read More…]
Rocks Can Restore Our Climate… After 300,000 Years
UK–(ENEWSPF)–08 July 2013. A study of a global warming event that happened 93 million years ago suggests that the Earth can recover from high carbon dioxide emissions faster than thought, but that this process takes around 300,000 years after emissions decline.Scientists from Oxford University studied rocks from locations including Beachy[Read More…]
China To Deal with Massive Contamination of Groundwater Used for Drinking Water
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–July 8, 2013. The Chinese government has just announced its work plan to manage and clean up contaminated groundwater in North China Plains, a region where many are completely dependent on groundwater for drinking water. Eighteen percent of water use in China is groundwater. Unfortunately, the report indicates this[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Signs Legislation to Fight Gang Crimes
New Laws Will Protect Gang Crime Witnesses and Require School Officials to Report Illegal Gang Activity CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–July 8, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn today signed new laws that will help fight gang crimes and protect those who aid law enforcement in these efforts. Today’s actions are part of Governor Quinn’s agenda[Read More…]
U.S.Postal Service Mail Carrier Convicted for Involvement with Stolen Identity Refund Fraud Conspiracy
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–July 8, 2013. On July 3, 2013, a jury found Vernon Harrison, of Montgomery, Ala., guilty of one count of conspiring to file false claims, eight counts of mail fraud, eight counts of aggravated identity theft and six counts of embezzlement from the U.S. mail, the Justice Department, the[Read More…]
Workers at Mobile Rail Solutions Organize Under IWW Banner
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–July 8, 2013. The Workers at Mobile Rail Solutions, a specialized truck company servicing locomotives, have organized a Union seeking full recognition through the Industrial Workers of the World. With an overwhelming majority of petitioning workers, the IWW is immediately asking to be voluntarily recognized by Mobile Rail Solutions. If[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of July 8, 2013
Alex Lileikis, of Park Forest Baseball’s Pinto White Sox (7-8 year olds), prepares for last week’s 4th of July parade. Alex’s coaches are Dean Dubois and Tom Mick. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—July 8, 2013. Slowly getting settled in my new place in Eugene, with “slow” being the operative[Read More…]
‘Summer Safari: Adventures in Thorn Creek’ Begins July 25
Registration & Payment Required by Monday, July 22 Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—July 7, 2013. Hiking, stream-stomping and bug catching are a few of the key ingredients that make summer exploration camp a great way to learn and have fun! Our three-day Summer Safari: Adventures in Thorn Creek! offers children ages 5[Read More…]
