Day: January 5, 2016

Attorney General Madigan Warns Homeowners to be on Alert for Flood-related Home Repair Scams

Chicago —(ENEWSPF)—January 5, 2016. Following severe flooding in areas of downstate and southern Illinois, Attorney General Lisa Madigan today warned residents in impacted areas to be on alert for home repair con artists looking to exploit homeowners and local businesses that need repairs due to flood-related damage. Madigan cautioned Illinois[Read More…]

Illinois Winter Road Conditions in One Click

IDOT online map offers real-time info to help Illinois travelers SPRINGFIELD –(ENEWSPF)–January 5, 2016.  The Illinois Department of Transportation reminds motorists to bookmark gettingaroundillinois.com on their computers and smartphones for quick access to the latest winter road conditions. The Getting Around Illinois map is updated 24/7 during winter weather, providing[Read More…]

American Academy of Pediatrics Supports President Obama’s Efforts to Reduce Gun Violence

Executive Actions unveiled today take needed strides to keep children safe from guns Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)–January 5, 2016.  Today, President Barack Obama unveiled a series of new executive actions aimed at preventing gun violence in America, including several ideas that reflect American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) policy and that would protect[Read More…]

Congresswoman Robin Kelly Applauds President Obama’s Executive Actions to Reduce Gun Violence

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 5, 2016.  Congresswoman Robin Kelly (D-IL) issued the following statement today after joining President Obama at the White House for the announcement on his Executive Actions to Reduce Gun Violence. “I applaud President Obama’s bold Executive Actions taken today.  These policies will have an immediate impact by keeping guns[Read More…]

UK to Debate Petition to Block Donald J. Trump from Entering Country

UK—(ENEWSPF)—January 5, 2016. According to a government announcement made today, the British parliament will formally debate a petition on January 18th from backers wishing to prevent Donald Trump from entering the United Kingdom. The petition, which has gathered over 568,000 signatures to date, was launched after Trump announced his plans[Read More…]

Rep. Gutiérrez Denounces Immigration and Customs Enforcement Home Raids

“They are a cruel reminder of a discredited policy.” Washington, DC –(ENEWSPF)–January 5, 2016.  On Tuesday, Rep. Luis V. Gutiérrez (D-IL) issued a statement about the news of hundreds of children and adults detained in special deportation raids by ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) conducted in recent days.  The raids[Read More…]

Rep. Gutiérrez Supports President Obama on Gun Violence Prevention

“The best remedy for a do-nothing Congress is a do-something President who does what he can under existing law.” Washington, DC –(ENEWSPF)–January 5, 2016.   On Tuesday, Rep. Luis V. Gutiérrez (D-IL) issued a statement about President Obama’s announcement of a series of executive actions related to curbing gun violence. [Read More…]

Senator Durbin Applauds Proposed Executive Actions to Prevent Gun Violence

CHICAGO –(ENEWSPF)–January 5, 2016.  Following President Obama’s announcement of a series of executive branch actions to help reduce gun violence, U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) today applauded the President’s proposal and said additional action is needed at all levels of government to address the epidemic of gun violence plaguing our nation.[Read More…]

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