Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2013. A review of the scientific literature of the toxic effects of glyphosate, one of the most popular weed killers in the U.S. and the active ingredient in Roundup, links the herbicide to a wide range of diseases and suggests that more research is needed. The review, conducted[Read More…]
Year: 2013
ISAF Joint Command Operational Update, May 9, 2013
KABUL, Afghanistan–(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2013 – An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Haqqani attack facilitator and one other insurgent during an operation in Pul-e ‘Alam district, Logar province, today. The facilitator is responsible for procuring and distributing weapons, improvised explosive device components and other military equipment to insurgents in[Read More…]
Job Outlook Shows Slight Improvement for 2013 DePaul Grads
Gillian Steele CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 8, 2013. The job outlook for 2013 college graduates is showing signs of slight improvement, according to officials at DePaul University’s Career Center. “We have seen a 22 percent increase in job postings when comparing July 1, 2012, to March 3, 2013, with the same period last[Read More…]
DePaul’s Horace Hall and Other Experts to Discuss Impact of CPS School Closings on Children and Communities on May 15
Horace Hall CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 8, 2013. The proposed 54 Chicago Public School closings must be addressed as a human rights issue, said DePaul’s Horace Hall. “By understanding that the school closings jeopardize the physical and psychological health of citizens, as well as the disintegration of their communities, a different approach undoubtedly[Read More…]
Congresswoman Duckworth Opens 8th Congressional District Art Competition Exhibit in Arlington Heights
Arlington Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)–May 8, 2013. Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth opened the 8th Congressional District Art Competition Exhibit in Arlington Heights, Illinois. The artwork is open for public viewing from now until the Art Competition Reception at 2 pm on Saturday, May 18, when Congressman Duckworth will announce the winners. The Congressional[Read More…]
While Chairing a Hearing on the Air Force’s Budget, Senator Durbin Highlights Importance of Scott AFB
Calls on Air Force to Defend Decision to Support Base Closures WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–May 8, 2013. U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL), Chairman of the Senate’s Defense Appropriations Subcommittee, spoke today about the critical role Scott Air Force Base has played in ongoing military actions around the globe at a hearing on[Read More…]
Senator Kirk Hails Public-Private Partnership Measure to Repair Locks and Dams in Senate Water Resources Bill
Applauds cut in previous spending levels WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–May 8, 2013. U.S. Senator Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) praised the Senate’s unanimous approval today of an amendment that would authorize a public-private partnership program designed to modernize the nation’s lock and dam infrastructure. The amendment to the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA), S. 601,[Read More…]
Senators Move to Block Iran’s Access to Foreign Exchange Reserves
New sanctions prohibit foreign currency transactions and currency conversions for the Central Bank of Iran and designated Iranian economic sectors Central Bank Of Iran WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–May 8, 2013. United States Senators Mark Kirk (R-Ill.), Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), Susan Collins (R-Me.), Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) and John Cornyn (R-Tex.) today introduced bipartisan[Read More…]
Attorney General Madigan Distributes $500,000 to Illinois’ Eight Regional Food Banks
Pushing Lawyers Feeding Illinois Campaign to More Than 3.7 Million Meals, Funds from Legal Settlements to Help Feed Needy in All 102 Illinois Counties Chicago–(ENEWSPF)–May 8, 2013. Attorney General Lisa Madigan today announced that her office will distribute $500,000 in funding from several legal settlements to food banks across Illinois[Read More…]
Letter from Dr. Stephanie Whyte, Chief Health Office of the Chicago Public Schools Re: Lindblom Math and Science Academy
CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—May 8, 2013. As I hope you have heard by now, Lindblom WILL BE in session on May 9. What follows is a letter from Dr. Stephanie Whyte to the Lindblom Community about the Meningitis that struck Savon Smith. Dear Lindblom Parents/Guardians & School Staff: We were deeply saddened to[Read More…]
