Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–February 21, 2013. In this week’s TIME magazine cover story, contributor Steven Brill sheds light on the exorbitant health care costs plaguing our nation and reveals the shocking degree to which we allow hospitals, laboratories, and medical suppliers to profit at the expense of their patients. National health spending[Read More…]
Year: 2013
Toner at the Star: Judge tosses suit filed by SD 227 counselor who wrote sex book
With all the lawsuits clogging the wheels of justice, this one getting tossed caught me by surprise. From the Southtown Star: A federal judge has tossed out the $1 million lawsuit a former Rich Central High School counselor and basketball coach filed against Rich Township High School District 227 after[Read More…]
Obama Administration Announces Johnson Controls, Macy’s and Sprint Join the Better Buildings Challenge
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–February 21, 2013. As part of the Obama Administration’s commitment to creating clean energy jobs and lowering energy bills for U.S. businesses, the Department announced that Johnson Controls, Macy’s and Sprint are joining the Better Buildings Challenge. Launched by President Obama in 2011, the Better Buildings Challenge brings together corporations,[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces Major Capital Investment in Illinois State University
$54 Million Fine Arts Complex Will Create 775 Construction Jobs and Strengthen University’s Renowned Arts Programs NORMAL–(ENEWSPF)–February 21, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn today announced a $54 million capital investment to build a new fine arts complex that will strengthen Illinois State University’s renowned arts programs and create 775 construction jobs.[Read More…]
Nine Illinois Organizations Receive More Than $396,000 in Grants Thanks to Veterans Cash Lottery Ticket Sales
SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–February 21, 2013. The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) today announced a total of $396,000 in grants from Veterans’ Cash scratch-off lottery ticket sales to help nine non-profits and local governmental entities deliver specialized programs and services to the Illinois veteran community. “Veterans Cash grants program continues to make[Read More…]
Former Officials and Broker of Peanut Corporation of America Indicted Related to Salmonella-Tainted Peanut Products
Allegations Include Mail and Wire Fraud, Introduction of Adulterated and Misbranded Food into Interstate Commerce with Intent to Defraud or Mislead, and Conspiracy Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 21, 2013. A 76-count indictment was unsealed yesterday charging four former officials of the Peanut Corporation of America (PCA) and a related company with numerous[Read More…]
Knights of Columbus-Nina Council #3602 Annual Lenten Fish Fry Every Friday Night Through March 15
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—February 21, 2013. The Knights of Columbus-Nina Council #3602 will hold their annual Lenten Fish Fry on Friday, February 22, Friday, March 1, Friday, March 8, Friday, March 15, and at St. Irenaeus Church’s School Gym located at south Orchard and Indianwood Boulevard, Park Forest. Serving is from[Read More…]
Chrysler Recall of Certain Model Year 2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger Vehicles
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—February 21, 2013. SUMMARY: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles manufactured from October 30, 2012, through November 2, 2012. These vehicles may have a gas tank that has a broken control valve in the fuel tank assembly. CONSEQUENCE: A broken control valve[Read More…]
Pro-Equality Groups Ask President Obama to Ban LGBT Discrimination by Federal Contractors
Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- More than 50 civil rights, religious, professional, labor, civic and education organizations sent a letter to President Obama calling for an executive order barring federal contractors from discriminating in employment on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity. Because of a lack of federal protections, it remains[Read More…]
Electric Blower Vacuums Recalled by OWT Industries Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 21, 2013. Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Recall date: February 21, 2013 Recall number: 13-123 Enlarge Expert Gardener electric blower vacuum attachment Recall Summary Name of product: Expert Gardener Electric Blower[Read More…]
