CHICAGO —(ENEWSPF)—May 14, 2018 By: Rosemary Piser U.S. District Judge Robert W. Gettleman sentenced Melvin Reynolds, 66, last week to six months in federal prison for failing to file federal income tax returns for calendar years 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012. Reynolds, a former member of the U.S. House of[Read More…]
Author: Rosemary Piser
Sugarfina, Inc. Issues Allergen Labeling Alert for Certain Sugar Cookies Product
Silver Spring, Maryland—(ENEWSPF)—May 14, 2018 By: Rosemary Piser The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that Sugarfina, Inc. is recalling its Sugar Cookies product because the label does not declare that this product contains egg. Those who have allergies or severe sensitivities to eggs run the risk of serious[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest for the Week of May 13, 2018
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF) — Wishing all our Moms a very Happy Mother’s Day. If you or your Mom are gardeners, or want to learn more about gardening, there are several events especially for you this week. On Saturday, May 19 at 10:30 a.m., the Park Forest Environment Commission’s 2018 Gardening[Read More…]
Senator Durbin Questions CIA Openly Lobbying For Gina Haspel Nomination
In new letter to Intel Director Coats, Durbin raises alarm on use of CIA resources to influence Congress WASHINGTON—(ENEWSPF)—May 8, 2018 By: Rosemary Piser Today, Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL), vice chairman of the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee questioned the role of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) in openly and actively using[Read More…]
Senator Durbin Calls on Trump Administration to Stop Sabotaging Health Care for Americans by Pushing Junk Insurance Plans
CHICAGO –(ENEWSPF)—May 8, 2018 By: Rosemary Piser Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) called on President Trump’s Administration to stop the expansion of junk insurance plans that would once again allow health insurance companies to refuse coverage to people with pre-existing conditions, raise premiums significantly for older Americans, and exclude basic benefits such as[Read More…]
Chicago Streetlight Modernization Program Reaches Major Milestone
New Estimates Find Program to Save Taxpayers More Than $100 Million Over 10 Years; More Than 42,000 New Streetlight Fixtures Have Been Installed to Date CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—May 8, 2018 By: Rosemary Piser Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced the latest major milestones in Chicago’s streetlight modernization program. To date more than 42,000[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel Announces ‘Hamilton: The Exhibition’ to Premiere in Chicago
Set to Open this Fall, Exhibition on Northerly Island to Take Visitors Deeper into Life of Alexander Hamilton CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—May 7, 2018 By: Rosemary Piser Mayor Rahm Emanuel has announced that Hamilton: The Exhibition will premiere in Chicago this fall. Created by Hamilton musical creator Lin-Manuel Miranda and producer Jeffrey Seller,[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest for the Week of May 6, 2018
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF) —The Village of Park Forest and the Commission on Human Relations will be hosting a job fair on Saturday, May 12 Park Forest Village Hall. Those seeking jobs are asked to “dress to impress,” bring at least 20 copies of their resume and show up “ready to[Read More…]
Park Forest Budget Review Sessions Set for May and June
Residents encouraged to attend any or all of budget review sessions Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—May 4, 2018 By: Rosemary Piser The Village of Park Forest has approved the budget review schedule for the proposed 2018-19 budget. Residents are welcome to attend any or all of the upcoming budget review sessions at[Read More…]
Wisconsin Woman Sentenced to 41 Months in Federal Prison for Stealing More Than $2 Million from Illinois Companies
ROCKFORD —(ENEWSPF)—May 4, 2018 By: Rosemary Piser Teresa L. Johnson, 43, of Gratiot, Wisconsin was sentenced today by U.S. District Judge Frederick J. Kapala for stealing more than $2 million from her former employer and related companies. Johnson was sentenced to 41 months in federal prison, to be followed by three years[Read More…]
