Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—April 30, 2014. The Hawaii Legislature did the right thing for their workers by taking action to increase their state’s minimum wage to $10.10. I commend the state legislature and look forward to Governor Abercrombie signing the bill into law soon. Hawaii joins a large and growing coalition of[Read More…]
Author: Gary Kopycinski
Colorado Senate Rejects Regressive Bills That Would Have Removed Kids From Parents Suspected of Drug Use
Vote Signals Emerging Trend Toward Addressing Drug Use as a Public Health Issue DENVER, CO—(ENEWSPF)—April 30, 2014. Yesterday, bills aimed to amend the state criminal and civil code with an expansive definition of drug endangered children were killed on the Senate floor by a vote of 15-20. The proposals attempted to[Read More…]
Two Private Selection Ice Cream Flavors Recalled for Undeclared Allergen
Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–April 30, 2014. The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) said it has recalled Private Selection Chocolate Hazelnut Mascarpone Ice Cream and Private Selection Caramel Hazelnut Fudge Truffle Ice Cream sold at the Kroger family of stores in 31 states because the products may contain egg not listed on the[Read More…]
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Proposes Minor Changes to Mortgage Rules to Ensure Access to Credit
Proposal Would Assist Nonprofits and Allow for Refunds of Excess Points and Fees for Qualified Mortgages Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 30, 2014. Today the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is proposing minor adjustments to its mortgage rules to ensure access to credit. The proposal includes two changes that would help certain nonprofit[Read More…]
Armed Robbery April 30 at US Bank in Park Forest
(PHOTO SUPPLIED) Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Park Forest Police issued a press release regarding an armed robbery at US Bank in Park Forest on Wednesday, April 30. The release follows: On Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at approximately 11:00 AM, Park Forest Police responded to an Armed Robbery at the US Bank[Read More…]
Alliance of Activists to Launch New Populist Political Party in Detroit
The After Party will work for a guaranteed basic income for all Americans, removal of corrupt politicians DETROIT, MI–(ENEWSPF)–April 30, 2014. A grassroots alliance of community leaders and social justice activists is launching a new nationwide political party with a weekend of celebration and service in Detroit. The new party,[Read More…]
Expertise of NYC, Chicago, Austin, and other Groups Combating Police Crimes to be Combined at Unprecedented National Meeting May 16 – 17 in Chicago
CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—April 30, 2014. Activists who have for decades been battling torture and shootings carried out by Chicago police officers have decided to get some pointers from their counterparts in New York City and elsewhere. And, while they’re at it, they decided to “go wide” — creating a forum for presenters[Read More…]
MAY DAY: IWW Black and Red Brigade Rally and Feeder March – Join Workers Around the World
CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—April 30, 2014. May 1st is May Day, or International Workers Day, a time for all members of the working class to come together and build solidarity. The Industrial Workers of the World (IWW) Chicago are calling all radical anti-capitalists to rally in Union Park at 11:30am, before stepping off[Read More…]
Sun-Times: Ex-Rahm aide Amer Ahmad Jailed by Pakistani Authorities
(ENEWSPF)- From the Chicago Sun-Times: Pakistani authorities said Wednesday they have jailed and intend to charge Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s former city comptroller Amer Ahmad after taking him into custody Monday with a fake Mexican passport, a forged visa to enter their country and a large amount of cash. Ahmad was carrying about[Read More…]
Department of Defense Press Briefing by Rear Admiral Kirby, April 29, 2014
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—April 29, 2014. REAR ADMIRAL JOHN KIRBY: Afternoon, everybody. Since Russia began its intervention in Crimea and its aggressive actions along the border with Ukraine, Secretary Hagel has stepped up his engagements and consultation with the European counterparts. This morning, Secretary Hagel had a very productive meeting with the[Read More…]
