Author: Gary Kopycinski

Refocusing Chaplin: New Book of Essays Marks Chaplin Centennial

CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–January 24, 2014.  The work of the legendary Charlie Chaplin, who made his filmmaking debut 100 years ago, is remembered and refocused in a new book of essays edited by Chaplin expert and Roosevelt University English and Film Studies Professor Lawrence Howe. The book, Refocusing Chaplin: Screen Icon Through Critical[Read More…]

Chicago Park District Receives ‘Exceptional Workplace’ Award from Il Parks and Recreation Association

Organization Lauded for Commitment to Overall Health of Employees CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–January 24, 2014.  The Illinois Parks and Recreation Association (IPRA) today awarded the Chicago Park District with the “Exceptional Workplace” Award during the IPRA Annual Conference held in Chicago. The honor was given to the Chicago Park District to recognize the[Read More…]

Florida: Medical Cannabis Measure Qualifies For 2014 Ballot

Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—January 24, 2014. By Paul Armentano, NORML Deputy Director The Florida Division of Elections today confirmed that proponents of a 2014 statewide measure to allow for the physician-supervised use of cannabis have gathered sufficient signatures to qualify for the November ballot. The measure seeks to authorize doctors to recommend[Read More…]

Kirk, Durbin, Kelly Introduce Bill to Establish National Park in Pullman

CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–January 24, 2014.  U.S. Senator Mark Kirk (R-Ill.), U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), and U.S. Representative Robin Kelly (D-Ill.-02) today announced that they will introduce legislation next week to create the Pullman National Historical Park in the neighborhood’s historical district, an architecturally unique neighborhood which played important roles in America’s[Read More…]

Flushmate Expands Recall of Flushmate III Pressure-Assisted Flushing System Due to Impact and Laceration Hazards

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 24, 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 23, 2014 Recall number: 14-089 Flushmate® III Pressure-Assist Flushing System Recall Summary Name of product:  Flushmate® III Pressure-Assist Flushing System Hazard: [Read More…]

Illinois Health Care Workforce Report Released

Recommendations to increase the number of health care providers to meet demand due to Affordable Care Act implementation SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–January 24, 2014.  The Illinois Health Care Reform Implementation Council Workforce Workgroup recently released its report with recommendations on how to increase the number of providers in Illinois available to provide health[Read More…]

Joint Press Conference by Secretary Hagel and French Minister of Defense LeDrian, Jan. 24, 2014

Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—January 24, 2014. SECRETARY OF DEFENSE CHUCK HAGEL:  Good afternoon.  I appreciate the opportunity to once again welcome French Minister of Defense Jean-Yves Le Drian.  Jean-Yves is a friend, and I always very much enjoy his company and the conversations and discussions that we have about our important relationship[Read More…]

US State Department Issues Ukraine Travel Alert, Jan. 24, 2014

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 24, 2014. The U.S. Department of State alerts U.S. citizens of the potential risks of travel to Ukraine due to the ongoing political unrest and violent clashes between police and protesters.  Protest-related violence, particularly in Kyiv, has escalated sharply since January 19, resulting in several deaths and hundreds[Read More…]

State Department Briefing by Marie Harf, Jan. 24, 2014

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 24, 2014. Index for Today’s Briefing DEPARTMENT Departure of Correspondent Jill Dougherty Secretary’s Travel / Meeting with PM Netanyahu in Davos / Middle East Peace Secretary’s Speech at World Economic Forum / Iran / Syria / Middle East Peace EGYPT Condemnation of Terrorist Attacks in Egypt / Call[Read More…]

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