LOS ANGELES—(ENEWSPF)–July 17, 2017. A federal court on Friday rejected the Trump administration’s effort to dismiss a lawsuit challenging the approval of fracking in federal waters off California. The suit — filed by the Center for Biological Diversity and Wishtoyo Foundation — notes that the government violated the National Environmental[Read More…]
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Attorney General Madigan Warns Illinois Residents to be on Alert for Flood-related Repair Scams
Chicago —(ENEWSPF)—July 17, 2017. Following last week’s heavy rainfall and resulting flooding in northern Illinois and the Chicago area, Attorney General Lisa Madigan warned residents in impacted areas to be on alert for scammers looking to exploit homeowners and business owners who may need to repair flood damaged property. Madigan[Read More…]
Two Years Later, UN Chief Stresses ‘Sustained Commitment Essential’ for Iran Nuclear Deal
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–15 July 2017 – Marking the second anniversary of the historic agreement aimed at ensuring the exclusively peaceful nature of Iran’s nuclear programme, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has commended the Gulf country for implementing its nuclear-related commitments. Two years ago, Iran and the so-called ‘E3+3’ or ‘P5+1’ –[Read More…]
Fiat-Chrysler Recalls Certain Dodge, Chrysler and Jeep Vehicles
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—July 15, 2017 Summary Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300, Dodge Durango, and 2012-2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles. The affected vehicles have electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) and are equipped with a 5.7L or a 3.6L engine and a 160,[Read More…]
Military Strikes Continue Against ISIS Terrorists in Syria, Iraq, July 15, 2017
SOUTHWEST ASIA–(ENEWSPF)–July 15, 2017 — U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting 30 strikes consisting of 45 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today. Officials reported details of yesterday’s strikes, noting that assessments of results are[Read More…]
ISIS-K Leader Killed in Afghanistan
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–July 14, 2017 — U.S. forces killed Abu Sayed, the head of Islamic State of Iraq and Syria-Khorasan, in a strike on the group’s headquarters in Kunar province, Afghanistan, July 11, Chief Pentagon Spokesperson Dana W. White said today in a statement. “The strike also killed other ISIS-K members and[Read More…]
Cook County Laid Off More Than 300 Friday
Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Cook County laid off more than 300 employees Friday, operating in crisis mode. Cook County Toni Preckwinkle issued the following statement explaining the layoffs: *** Today we regrettably laid off more than 300 employees as a result of the County’s budget crisis. The exact number continues to change[Read More…]
President’s Weekly Address: Senate To Vote To Save U.S. From “Obamacare Disaster”
Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- In his weekly address, President Trump says the Senate will vote next week on legislation to save Americans from the “Obamacare disaster.” The text of the address follows the video. My fellow Americans, Next week, the Senate is going to vote on legislation to save Americans from the[Read More…]
McLean County Man Sentenced to 5 1/2 Years in Prison for Receiving Child Pornography
Peoria, IL-(ENEWSPF)- A Bloomington, Ill., man, Braman Benjamin Broy, 22, has been sentenced to 68 months (5 years, 8 months) in prison for receiving child pornography. In addition to the prison term, U.S. District Judge Michael M. Mihm ordered that Broy remain on supervised release for eight years following his[Read More…]
Red Cross Opens North Chicago Shelter For Flood Victims
Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The American Red Cross opened a new shelter in North Chicago to aid flood victims in northern Illinois. This shelter replaces the Foss Park Golf Course shelter which closed Friday, July 14. The new shelter opened on Friday, July 14, 2017 at Jefferson Middle School, 600 S Lewis[Read More…]
