Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Chicago announced February 1 federal criminal charges against five individuals in connection with violent carjackings in the city or suburbs. U.S. v. McKenzie, 19 CR 019 BRIAN MCKENZIE, 23, of Chicago, is charged with two counts of carjacking for allegedly taking two vehicles[Read More…]
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Mishawaka Indiana Man Sentenced for Unlawful Possession of a Firearm
South Bend, IN-(ENEWSPF)- Michael L. Binder, age 38, of Mishawaka, Indiana, was sentenced on January 3, 2019, before South Bend District Court Judge Robert L. Miller, Jr. for being a felon in possession of a firearm, announced U.S. Attorney Kirsch. Binder was sentenced to 63 months’ imprisonment followed by 1[Read More…]
Super Bowl 53: Mild Weather to Greet Fans in Atlanta on Sunday
By Renee Duff, AccuWeather meteorologist AccuWeather-(ENEWSPF)- The Los Angeles Rams and New England Patriots will meet at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta to determine who will be crowned Super Bowl 53 champions. The Patriots, appearing in their third consecutive Super Bowl, will play for their sixth Super Bowl title. The Rams look[Read More…]
Polar Vortex’s Bitter Cold Could Cost US Economy $5 Billion, Though the Worst May Be Over
By John Roach, AccuWeather staff writer AccuWeather-(ENEWSPF)- The extended winter freeze that so far has pounded entire regions of the U.S. figures to chill the economy, too. AccuWeather estimates a total cost to the economy of up to $14 billion, and while much of that will be recouped, up to $5[Read More…]
Senior Economist at Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago Returns as Featured Speaker for PSC’s 2019 Economic Forecast Breakfast
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- William A. Strauss, senior economist and economic advisor in the Economic Research Department at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, will be the featured speaker at the Prairie State College (PSC) Annual Economic Forecast Breakfast, scheduled on Feb. 22, 2019. In addition to providing a prominent expert’s[Read More…]
Upcoming Candidates Forums Set for February and March
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Several candidates forums will be held over the coming months for those running in the April 2 Consolidated Election. The forums are sponsored by various community organizations and allow residents to learn more about the candidates and where they stand on various issues. Upcoming forums are as[Read More…]
Just for Girls Sports Camps in Park Forest
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- There are “Just for Girls Sports Camps” in Park Forest, beginning February 2. These 6-week camps are designed to foster a love of sport and physical activity through the introduction of various programs throughout the course of a year. These low-cost programs include Basketball, Tennis, Volleyball, Softball,[Read More…]
March-Like Weather to Follow Polar Vortex Invasion in Midwestern, Eastern US
By Kristina Pydynowski, AccuWeather senior meteorologist AccuWeather-(ENEWSPF)- Residents enduring the brutal and deadly Arctic outbreak to end January can look ahead to the March-like weather that awaits during the first weekend of February. The departure of the polar vortex will open the door for milder air to surge in, first across the Midwest on Saturday[Read More…]
Village Amends Ordinance to Include Anti-Nepotism Language
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Park Forest is hoping to eliminate any possibility of improper hires. Village board members voted unanimously to adopt an amendment that adds anti-nepotism language to an already existing ordinance outlining the responsibilities of the Village Manager. In amending the ordinance, Village officials look to add on to[Read More…]
CEDA Seeks Homeowners in Need of Furnace Repair or Replacement
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Are you a homeowner and in need of furnace repair or replacement? The Community and Economic Development Association of Cook County, Inc. (CEDA) may be able to help. Furnace Assistance is designed to restore the home’s heating system back to safe and effective operation. Assistance is available to[Read More…]
