Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF0—November 17, 2017. This week, the Department of Defense announced the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Freedom’s Sentinel. Sgt. 1st Class Hughton O. Brown, 43, of Brooklyn, New York died Nov. 14 in Camp Buehring, Kuwait, as a result of a non-combat related incident. He was[Read More…]
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U.S. State Department Issues Europe Travel Alert
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—November 17, 2017. The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the heightened risk of terrorist attacks throughout Europe, particularly during the holiday season. U.S. citizens should exercise caution at holiday festivals and events. This Travel Alert expires on January 31, 2018. Recent, widely-reported incidents in France, Russia, Sweden,[Read More…]
Guide on Engaging Prospective Transgender and Non-Binary Foster and Adoptive Parents
Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation, released Promising Practices for Serving Transgender & Non-Binary Foster & Adoptive Parents, a groundbreaking new guide designed to help foster care and adoption agencies recruit, certify and support qualified transgender and non-binary adults to become resource parents for young people who need safe,[Read More…]
PSC Presents “The Elephant Man,” a Tony Award Winner for Best Play
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Prairie State College (PSC) Players are presenting, “The Elephant Man,” a Tony Award winning play based on the true story of John Merrick, the Elephant Man, as he climbs from carnival sideshow act, beaten and hounded for his terrible disfigurement, to artist, intellectual and celebrity in[Read More…]
Senators Durbin, Duckworth Press Rauner To Weigh In On GOP Tax Plans
WASHINGTON—(ENEWSPF)—November 16, 2017. U.S. Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today urged Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner to publically weigh-in on the Republican tax plans in the House and Senate and how these plans would impact Illinois families. Both the House and Senate bills would finance massive tax cuts[Read More…]
Cicero Residents Demand Town President Larry Dominick Affirm 2008 Commitment and Sign Welcoming Cicero Ordinance
No ordinance currently prohibits local law enforcement and Town Officials from collaborating with ICE, An ordinance is necessary to protect residents from Trump’s anti-immigrant agenda Cicero, IL—(ENEWSPF)—November 14, 2017. In 2008, the Town of Cicero passed a Cicero Safe Space resolution1 stating that Town agents, including law enforcement, would refrain[Read More…]
South Bend Man Indicted On Hobbs Act Robbery Charges
South Bend, IN-(ENEWSPF)- The United States Attorney for the Northern District of Indiana, Thomas L. Kirsch II, announced the return of a four-count indictment charging Cordero Love, age 25, of South Bend, Indiana with 3 counts of Hobbs Act Robbery and 1 count of using a firearm during a crime of[Read More…]
Southland College Prep’s Speech Team Places Well In Early Meets
Richton Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Southland College Prep Charter High School’s speech team launched its 2017-18 season taking top honors in both novice and varsity events. At the Downers Grove North High School Mixer Tournament November 4, Dejah Morris and Victoria Dean took first place in dramatic duet acting. Morris also placed[Read More…]
Department of Defense Announces Death of Soldier Supporting Operation Inherent Resolve
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—November 13, 2017 The Department of Defense announced the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Inherent Resolve. Chief Warrant Officer 2 Lee M. Smith, 35, of Arlington, Texas, died Nov. 11 at Camp Taji, Iraq, due to injuries sustained from a non-combat related incident. He was assigned[Read More…]
Representative Riley Will Not Seek Re-election In 2018
Olympia Fields, IL-(ENEWSPF)- State Representative Al Riley announced in September that he will not seek re-election in 2018, thus ending six terms representing the 38th District in Springfield. Riley came to the House in January 2007. One of his main goals was to focus on the development of the south suburban[Read More…]
