Law Updates Data Collection Practices to Reflect Illinois’ Increasingly Diverse Population CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 18, 2014. Governor Pat Quinn yesterday attended the Fifth Annual Cuban Festival in Chicago to sign legislation to update state agency data collection policies to reflect Illinois’ increasingly diverse community. The new law will help ensure the state[Read More…]
Author: Gary Kopycinski
Governor Quinn Signs Legislation to Ban Smoking on State University Campuses
Also Signs New Law to Restrict Display of E-Cigarettes Across Illinois CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 18, 2014. Governor Pat Quinn yesterday signed legislation to prohibit smoking on the campuses of all state-supported colleges and universities. The smoking ban takes effect July 1, 2015 and applies to both indoor and outdoor spaces on campuses.[Read More…]
Statement by Justice Department Latest Developments in Federal Civil Rights Investigation in Ferguson, Missouri
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—August 18, 2014. The following statement was released Sunday by Justice Department spokesman Brian Fallon concerning the federal civil rights investigation into the shooting of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri: “Due to the extraordinary circumstances involved in this case and at the request of the Brown family, Attorney General[Read More…]
Oregon’s Leading Drug Addiction Expert Kicks Off $2.3 Million Marijuana Ad Campaign
Largest ad buy so far for 2014 Oregon ballot measures OREGON—(ENEWSPF)—August 18, 2014. Oregon’s leading drug addiction expert appears today in the first TV spot in a $2.3 million advertising campaign to regulate, tax and legalize marijuana for adults 21 and older. The advertising buy made by the Yes on[Read More…]
Marijuana Decriminalization Initiative Officially Certified By Santa Fe City Clerk
First Time in New Mexico History People will Vote on Marijuana Reform Santa Fe—(ENEWSPF)—August 18, 2014. Today the city of Santa Fe’s City Clerk announced the Reducing Marijuana Penalties Campaign submitted enough valid signatures to qualify for the city’s citizen initiative process setting the stage to give voters in Santa[Read More…]
Chicago City Council Health Committee to Hold Hearing on Mental Health Clinic Closures Tuesday, August 19
After 3 years demanding voices of those affected be heard, Mental Health Movement gets city to hold hearings CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—August 18, 2014. Since before the City of Chicago close 6 of its 12 public mental health clinics over two years ago, the Mental Health Movement – led by those who access[Read More…]
Oregon Measure 91 – a Smart, Responsible Way to Regulate Marijuana
OREGON—(ENEWSPF)—August 18, 2014. Treating marijuana use as a crime has failed across the nation. This country has spent 40 years and more than $1 trillion dollars on the War on Drugs. These numbers make it clear it’s not succeeding. It’s time for a smarter and safer approach that will control[Read More…]
Church of the Holy Family to Host Second Annual Open House and Health Fair on September 13
Park Forest, Ill.—(ENEWSPF)—August 19, 2014. Church of the Holy Family, located at 102 Marquette Street (Sauk Trail and Orchard) in Park Forest, will host its Second Annual Open House and Health Fair on Saturday, September 13 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Church is inviting the community out for[Read More…]
Chicago Democrat Mayoral Candidate Frederick Collins and Community Leaders to Speak Out About Chicago Police Policies on Wednesday, August 20
Lack of Communication Between the Citizens of Chicago and the Police Department. Chicago—(ENEWSPF)—August 17, 2014. On Wednesday, August 20th at 1pm outside the Mayor’s office on the 5th floor of City Hall, 121 N. LaSalle Street, mayoral candidate Frederick Collins will join community member Keyia Mandeldove and her fiance, Akula[Read More…]
Midwest Pesticide Action Center Presents: Garden Gala at Garfield Park Conservatory on October 9
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 17, 2014. On Thursday, October 9th, 2014 Midwest Pesticide Action Center (formerly Safer Pest Control Project) invites you to join us in celebrating our 20 years of work protecting people and the environment at the legendary Garfield Park Conservatory, 300 North Central Park Avenue, Chicago. Guests will enjoy the[Read More…]
