Alsip, IL—(ENEWSPF)–June 25, 2014. The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) recently announced that Sertoma Centre, Inc. was accredited for a period of three years for the services and programs provided to individuals with disabilities. This latest accreditation marks the 13th consecutive Three-Year Accreditation outcome that the international accrediting[Read More…]
Author: Gary Kopycinski
Bruce Rauner Continues to Oppose Minimum Wage Hike
The multimillionaire’s cutthroat ethics haven’t changed, he just chooses slightly different rhetoric CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—June 25, 2014. The following is a statement from Neal Waltmire, Communications Director for Illinois Freedom PAC, in response to Bruce Bauner’s comments yesterday showing the multimillionaire’s continued opposition to raising the state’s minimum wage: Bruce Rauner thought that we’d[Read More…]
U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly Helps Secure $500,000 Grant for Olympia Fields
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—June 25, 2014. Congresswoman Robin Kelly announced today that her office was instrumental in securing a $500,000 grant for the Village of Olympia Fields for rehabilitation of its sanitary sewer system. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineer grant will enable the Village to complete the last step of its[Read More…]
Over-The-Counter Topical Acne Products: Drug Safety Communication – Rare But Serious Hypersensitivity Reactions
Sold under various brand names such as Proactiv, Neutrogena, MaxClarity, Oxy, Ambi, Aveeno, Clean & Clear, and as store brands. Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–June 26, 2014. ISSUE: FDA is warning that certain over-the-counter (OTC) topical acne products can cause rare but serious and potentially life-threatening allergic reactions or severe irritation. Consumers[Read More…]
Rep. Kelly, Sen. Durbin Urge Common Sense Reforms to Stem the Rising Tide of Gun Violence in Illinois and Across America
WASHINGTON, D.C.—(ENEWSPF)—June 25, 2014. U.S. Representative Robin Kelly (D-IL) and U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) today called on elected officials and advocates to work together in identifying and implementing common sense reforms to reduce gun violence in communities in Illinois and across the country. According to the most recent FBI[Read More…]
Scientists Call for Global Action with Release of ‘Worldwide Assessment’ of Bee-Harming Pesticides
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–June 25, 2014. Following last week’s celebration of “National Pollinator Week” and a presidential memorandum mandating federal action on bees, the first wide-scale scientific analysis has been released that links two classes of pesticides to declining bee populations. Twenty-nine scientists representing many disciplines reviewed over 800 peer-reviewed publications on the impacts of[Read More…]
Department of Defense Press Briefing by Rear Adm. Kirby, June 24, 2014
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–June 24, 2014. REAR ADMIRAL JOHN KIRBY: Afternoon, everybody. Q: Hello. REAR ADM. KIRBY: Just a couple — hello, Nancy. Just a — you made me lose my composure already. Just a couple quick announcements, first on Iraq. In keeping with the direction of the commander-in-chief, I can announce[Read More…]
GSU’s Center for Performing Arts 2014 – 15 Season Brings More Than Just a Show
University Park, Il—(ENEWSPF)– June 24, 2014 – Governors State University’s Center for Performing Arts kicks off another exciting season that offers a live entertainment experience unlike any other in the Chicagoland area. The 2014-15 season features provocative theater; musical favorites like the Beatles, big band, and the blues; contemporary dance[Read More…]
State Department Briefing by Marie Harf, June 24, 2014
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–June 24, 2014. Index for Today’s Briefing DEPARTMENT Secretary Kerry Travel Update Welcome to Visiting Class of FSOs EGYPT Al Jazeera Journalists / Apaches / FMF IRAQ Secretary Kerry’s Conversations with Kurdish Leaders Oil Support for Unified Federal Iraq UKRAINE / RUSSIA / REGION Separatists Aren’t All on Same[Read More…]
Chicago Man Surrenders After Being Indicted in Alleged Conspiracy to Illegally Traffic Guns From Indiana to Chicago
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–June 24, 2014. A Chicago man self-surrendered to law enforcement authorities today on federal charges alleging that he conspired with others to buy at least 43 firearms in Indiana and illegally transport those firearms to Chicago for sale. The new defendant, WINSTON GERALDS, allegedly conspired with previous defendant David Lewisbey[Read More…]
