Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 23, 2013. THE PRESIDENT: Good evening. Today, the United States — together with our close allies and partners — took an important first step toward a comprehensive solution that addresses our concerns with the Islamic Republic of Iran’s nuclear program. Since I took office, I’ve made clear my[Read More…]
Year: 2013
White House Fact Sheet: First Step Understandings Regarding the Islamic Republic of Iran’s Nuclear Program
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 24, 2013. The P5+1 (the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France, Russia, and China, facilitated by the European Union) has been engaged in serious and substantive negotiations with Iran with the goal of reaching a verifiable diplomatic resolution that would prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. President[Read More…]
Press Availability by Secretary of State Kerry After P5+1 and Iran Agree to Landmark Nuclear Deal
Geneva, Switzerland–(ENEWSPF)–November 24, 2013. SECRETARY KERRY: Well, good very early morning to all of you. It’s been a long day and a long night, and I’m delighted to be here to share some thoughts with you about the recent negotiations. I particularly want to thank the Swiss Government. I want[Read More…]
Statement by Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel on the East China Sea Air Defense Identification Zone
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 23, 2013. The United States is deeply concerned by the People’s Republic of China announcement today that it is establishing an air defense identification zone in the East China Sea. We view this development as a destabilizing attempt to alter the status quo in the region. This unilateral[Read More…]
Video and Text: White House Weekly Address: Working with Both Parties to Keep the Economy Moving Forward
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 23, 2013. Hi, everybody. Over the past couple months, most of the political headlines you’ve read have probably been about the government shutdown and the launch of the Affordable Care Act. And I know that many of you have rightly never been more frustrated with Washington. But if[Read More…]
Realty Company Owner and Chicago Police Lieutenant Indicted in Connection With Alleged Fraudulent Bank Loan
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–November 22, 2013. An owner of Chicago realty business who formerly was also the chief executive of a failed Chicago bank was arrested today on federal bank fraud charges involving an alleged scheme to illegally provide a $650,000 mortgage for the purchase of a south side apartment building. A Chicago[Read More…]
Former Crestwood Water Officials Sentenced for Concealing Village’s Use of Well in Drinking Water Supply
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–November 21, 2013. Two former water department officials for the southwest suburban Village of Crestwood were each sentenced today to two years’ probation for lying repeatedly to environmental regulators for more than 20 years about using a water well to supplement the village’s drinking water supply. The defendants, FRANK SCACCIA,[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel Joins Commissioner Bannon As The Chicago Public Library Observes The 50th Anniversary Of President Kennedy’s Assassination
Mayor Emanuel delivers remarks honoring the life and legacy of President Kennedy at the 50th anniversary of his passing. Photo Credit: Brooke Collins // City of Chicago CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–November 22, 2013. Mayor Rahm Emanuel joined Chicago Public Library Commissioner Brian Bannon, schoolchildren, and special guests today at the Harold Washington Library[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel and the U.S. Department of Agriculture Announce Grant Funding for Growing Power’s Farmers for Chicago Program
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–November 22, 2013. Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced a $300,000 grant to Growing Power’s Farmers For Chicago Program. One of the first programs of its kind in the nation, the Farmers For Chicago Program will provide local non-profits the funding and resources[Read More…]
Attorney General Madigan Warns of Suspected Tornado Relief Scams
Attorney General Urges Contributors to Research Charities Before Donating, Opens Investigation of Potential Charitable Scam Targeting Illinois Residents Chicago—(ENEWSPF)—November 22, 2013. Attorney General Lisa Madigan today announced her office has opened an investigation into improper fundraising tied to relief efforts underway in Washington, Ill., and other downstate Illinois communities hit[Read More…]
