Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 15, 2014. Hi, everybody. In this year of action, I said I’d do everything in my power to expand opportunity for more Americans. And this week, I took action to lift more workers’ wages by requiring federal contractors to pay their employees a fair wage of at least[Read More…]
Author: Gary Kopycinski
Department of Defense Press Briefing With Rear Admiral Kirby, Feb. 14, 2014
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—February 14, 2014. REAR ADMIRAL JOHN KIRBY: Sorry I’m a little bit late. Let me start with a couple of quick updates. First, Secretary Hagel signed directive memos for both the internal and independent nuclear enterprise reviews this week, copies of which we’re making available to you and[Read More…]
Ugandan President Museveni Announces He Will Sign Anti-Gay Bill into Law
Center for Constitutional Rights (CCR) Points to U.S. Minister’s Role in Persecution New York–(ENEWSPF)–February 14, 2014. Today, the Center for Constitutional Rights (CCR) issued the following statement in response to reports that Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has decided to sign the notorious Anti-Homosexuality Bill into law: President Museveni has said[Read More…]
Veterans at Roosevelt University to Offer Thanks with a Smile to Local Dentist
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–February 14, 2014. Desert Storm veteran Michelle Smith received dental implants. Tyron Hampton, a U.S. marine and Gulf War veteran, got braces. One of their compatriots, veteran Michael Spears (pictured at right with Dr. Robin Gay and her staff at Manus Health Systems) was fitted for dentures. Another, U.S. Army[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel Announces Launch of First Phase of Paperless Online Permit and License Portal for Businesses
Businesses Can Apply for Environmental Permits Online; All City Permits and Licenses Will Move to Online One-Stop-Shop by 2016 CHICAGO–(ENEWPSF)–February 14, 2014. As part of a continuing effort to make City government more efficient and effective, Mayor Rahm Emanuel today announced the launch of the first phase of an online[Read More…]
IDOT Winter Crews Prepare for Snow and Freezing Rain, Feb. 14, 2014
Roads to Become Slick and Dangerous through Weekend CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–February 14, 2014. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) announced today that road conditions are expected to change throughout the state today and into next week due to the anticipated snow and ice. The National Weather Service forecasts snow up to four[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Statement on Tragic Death of Transportation Worker in Stark County
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–February 14, 2014. Governor Pat Quinn today issued the following statement regarding the Friday morning Stark County accident that killed Illinois Department of Transportation employee, 49-year-old Michael Holmes of Wyoming, Ill.: “Michael Holmes is a hero. He gave his life while making our roads safer for his fellow citizens. Michael[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Issues Statement on Sixth Anniversary of NIU Tragedy
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–February 14 2014. Governor Pat Quinn issued the following statement on the sixth anniversary of the NIU tragedy of Feb. 14, 2008: “Today is a day to reflect. Six years ago today, Illinois lost five young men and women in a tragedy that shook the entire nation. We will never[Read More…]
DOD Identifies Two Army Casualties, Feb. 14, 2014
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—February 14, 2014. The Department of Defense announced today the death of two soldiers who were supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. They died Feb. 12, in Kapisa Province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when they were struck by enemy small arms fire. Killed were: Spc. John A. Pelham, 22, of Portland,[Read More…]
Press Availability by Secretary of State Kerry in Beijing, China, Feb. 14, 2014
Beijing, China–(ENEWSPF)–February 14, 2014. SECRETARY KERRY: I know you all have been waiting a while, so my apologies. Our meetings ran a little longer than anticipated, and you’re patient, and I appreciate it very, very much. It’s a pleasure for me to be back in Beijing, and particularly tonight with[Read More…]
