Matteson, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Matteson School District 162’s O. W. Huth Middle School students placed first in the Illinois Junior Academy of Science State Fair Division D of schools with an enrollment of 450 or more. The Fair drew 972 of the top high school, junior high and middle school science students[Read More…]
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Park Forest Student Explores China with Knox College Faculty, Students
Galesburg, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Aiyana Godsil of Park Forest was part of a group of Knox College students and faculty who spent nearly three weeks traveling in southern China and deeply exploring the region’s culture, landscapes, and arts. The 19-day trip took place during Knox’s winter break, and it built on students’ classroom studies during[Read More…]
James Young Graduates from McKendree University
Lebanon, IL-(ENEWSPF)- James W. Young, of University Park, has graduated from McKendree University with a BA degree in sociology. The university held its 179th commencement exercises on May 11 at the Lebanon, Ill., campus for students who completed their degree requirements in December 2018, and May and July 2019. Graduates at the[Read More…]
Mina Wilkerson Joins Nursing Honor Society
Danville, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Mina Wilkerson, from Park Forest, IL, was one of 30 students recognized as a new member of the Lakeview College of Nursing Developing Honor Society during the end of the spring 2019 semester. In order to be considered for the Lakeview College of Nursing Developing Honor Society each[Read More…]
Congresswoman Robin Kelly Celebrates House Passage of the Historic Equality Act
Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- Congresswoman Robin Kelly released this statement following passage of the bipartisan Equality Act by the U.S. House of Representatives: “With today’s vote, we sent a strong message that love is love. No matter who you are or who you love, you are a person worthy of dignity, respect[Read More…]
Madigan Introduces Legislation Cracking Down on Human Trafficking
Springfield, IL-(ENEWSPF)- House Speaker Michael J. Madigan is leading a major crackdown on criminals who exploit women and children, introducing tough financial penalties and new resources for law enforcement. “Exploitation of women and children thrives in silence, which is why it’s critical that we speak up for those in need,”[Read More…]
Congresswoman Robin Kelly Testifies before House Ways & Means Committee on Maternal Mortality
Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- Congresswoman Robin Kelly, chair of the Congressional Black Caucus Health Braintrust and author of the MOMMAs Act, testified before the U.S. House of Representatives Ways & Means Committee. “As a momma, my heart goes out to those families who have lost their momma,” said Congresswoman Kelly. “Starting or growing[Read More…]
The Drama Group Presents The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Drama Group gleefully continues its 88th season with the delightful fast-paced “whodunnit,” THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940, written by playwright John Bishop and directed by Mary Ellen Fawk. Performances will be held at The Drama Group’s Studio Theatre on June 7, 8, 13, 14 &[Read More…]
Member of Sophisticated China-based Hacking Group Indicted
In connection with a series of alleged computer intrusions, including 2015 data breach of health insurer Anthem Inc. affecting over 78 million people Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- A federal grand jury returned an indictment unsealed May 9, 2019, in Indianapolis, Indiana, charging a Chinese national as part of an extremely sophisticated hacking[Read More…]
U.S. House Passes Rep. Kelly’s Bill to Increase Access to Lower-Cost Generic Drugs
As chair of the Congressional Black Caucus Health Braintrust, Rep. Kelly continues to lead on House Democrats’ For The People Agenda Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- The U.S. House of Representatives Wednesday passed Congresswoman Robin Kelly’s bipartisan Orange Book Transparency Act (H.R. 1503). This legislation will increase access to lower-cost generic drugs and bolster competition in the marketplace[Read More…]
