Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 30, 2014. Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Recall date: January 30, 2014 Recall number: 14-095 Property damage from fire involving a recalled GE dehumidifier Recall Summary Name of product: Dehumidifiers Hazard: [Read More…]
Author: Gary Kopycinski
Beatlemania: Q-and-A with John Kimsey
Beatles scholar John Kimsey is an associate professor in DePaul University’s School for New Learning. (Photo by Dan Shea) CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–January 30, 2014. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the first performance by the Beatles in the United States. Musician and Beatles scholar John Kimsey teaches “The Beatles and the[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel Announces City of Chicago Wins $3 Million Grant Following Municipal Wellness Competition
91 Percent of City Employees Participate in Wellness Programs as Part of the American Beverage Foundation for a Healthy America Wellness Competition Against San Antonio; Grant Will Support Expansion of the Chicago Lives Healthy Program CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–January 30, 2014. Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced today the City of Chicago won a $3[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel, Choose Chicago and Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events Unveil First-Ever Cultural Tourism Strategy
Strategy a Critical Component to Achieving Mayor’s Goal to Attract 55 Million Visitors a Year CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–January 30, 2014. Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Choose Chicago and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) today unveiled the first-ever cultural tourism strategy to position Chicago as a premier global cultural destination. Based[Read More…]
Representative Gutierrez: A Long Way to Go, But Republican ‘Standards’ Move Us a Little Closer to Reform
“The details really matter and I have not seen anything concrete from the Republicans so I am not in a position to say ‘yes’ or ‘no’ to anything… I think we are getting a little bit closer and that bodes well for the future.” Rep. Gutiérrez Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 30, 2014. [Read More…]
Representative Gutierrez Calls for Classified Briefing on Iran Nuclear Agreement for Whole House of Representatives
“I believe that all of my colleagues would benefit from the opportunity to receive much more detailed briefings, including classified information,” Rep. Gutiérrez Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 30, 2014. Today, Congressman Luis V. Gutiérrez (D-IL), a Member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, sent a letter to Speaker of the[Read More…]
Center for American Progress’ Angela Kelley on House Republicans’ New Immigration Principles
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 30, 2014. Center for American Progress Vice President for Immigration Policy Angela Maria Kelley issued the following statement today reacting to House Republicans upcoming unveiling of immigration principles: We are encouraged that House Republicans finally appear ready to chart a path forward on immigration reform. The cost of[Read More…]
ACLU Comment on House GOP Immigration Standards
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–January 30, 2014. Today, House Republicans issued their anticipated outline to guide legislative action on immigration reform. Among other things, the standards call for legalization for some of the undocumented and increased border security. Below is reaction from Laura W. Murphy, director of the ACLU’s Washington Legislative Office, on the[Read More…]
ACLU: Major Sentencing Reform Bill Moves to Senate Floor
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–January 30, 2014. The Senate Judiciary Committee today passed a bill that would significantly lower mandatory minimum sentences for certain drug offenses and allow judges to use more discretion when determining sentences for non-violent drug offenses. The Committee also voted to add three new mandatory minimum sentences. The American Civil[Read More…]
IDOT Reminds Drivers to Stay Sober, Celebrate Safely this Super Bowl Sunday
Illinois State Police and Local Law Enforcement Step Up Enforcement to Arrest Drunk Drivers This Weekend SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–January 30, 2014. The Super Bowl is one of America’s most highly anticipated sports events, when friends and family gather in homes, bars and restaurants to enjoy the game and camaraderie. As Super Bowl[Read More…]
