CHICAGO HEIGHTS—(ENEWSPF)—February 3, 2015. The Drama Group is very pleased to be presenting the American classic by Tennessee Williams, ‘Cat On a Hot Tin Roof’, directed by Michael J Renzi, with set design by Russ Hoganson. Performances will be held at the Drama Group Studio Theatre on: February 13, 14,[Read More…]
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Center for American Progress Report Shows Difficulties Faced by Transgender Homeless Youth
Washington, D.C. —(ENEWPSF)–February 3, 2015. Youth homelessness in America is nearing epidemic levels, and the problem among the transgender community is disproportionately acute. At least one in five transgender young people have experienced homelessness, and many of them have encountered discrimination, harassment, and abuse in shelters and other services meant[Read More…]
Park Forest Police Introduce Newest Deputy Chief
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Park Forest Police released a statement introducing the department’s newest Deputy Chief, Paul Winfrey: "We would like to introduce to you the Park Forest Police Department’s newest Deputy Chief, Paul Winfrey. "Deputy Chief Winfrey earned his Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice from Governors State University and is[Read More…]
More Republicans Sign On to Respect for Marriage Act, Feb. 2, 2015
New York –(ENEWSPF)–February 2, 2015. Today Congressman Carlos Cuberlo (R-FL) and Congressman Robert Dold (R-IL) became cosponsors of the Respect for Marriage Act, a bill that would repeal the Defense of Marriage Act and ensure that the federal government respects all valid marriages across all agencies. They join an increasing[Read More…]
Senator Merkley-Backed Executive Order Delivers Big Impact as Exxon Mobil Changes LGBT Discrimination Policy
WASHINGTON –(ENEWSPF)–February 2, 2015. Oregon’s Senator Jeff Merkley released the following statement after it was reported that Exxon Mobil will change its nondiscrimination policies to include protections for LGBT workers. The news follows a 2014 executive order backed by Merkley that will soon require all federal contractors to include nondiscrimination[Read More…]
Post-winter Storm Details for Park Forest Residents, Feb. 2, 2015
(Photo: VOPF) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–February 2, 2015. The following are helpful and important post-snowstorm details for Park Forest residents to be aware of: Park Forest experienced 2,198 homes without power due to the winter storm. Roughly 94 percent of those power outages have been corrected. The estimated 300 homes that[Read More…]
Transportation Secretary Foxx Urges Fans to Play It Safe and Designate a Sober Driver on Super Bowl Sunday
WASHINGTON –(ENEWSPF)–January 30, 2015. With football fans across the country preparing to watch and celebrate Sunday’s Super Bowl with friends and family, U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx reminds fans to enjoy the festivities responsibly and designate a driver if they intend to drink. “My team won’t be in[Read More…]
Alliance for Retired Americans Friday Alert, Jan. 30, 2015
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 30, 2015. Congress to Create a Commission to “Fix” Social Security Reps. Tom Cole (R-OK) and John Delaney (D-MD) will introduce a bill this Congress to establish a commission that will propose changes to Social Security. These changes will likely include cuts to the program: raising the retirement[Read More…]
Justice for Stephon: A Freedom Ride for #BlackLivesMatter on Sunday, February 1
Day-Long Action from Chicago to Calumet City to Reclaim Black History Month and Demand Justice for Stephon Watts. CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—January 28, 2015. On Sunday, February 1st, a Freedom Ride caravan will travel from Chicago to Calumet City to rally, march, and hold a vigil to honor Stephon Watts and support his[Read More…]
Republican-Appointed Alabama Judge Strikes Down Marriage Ban in Second Consecutive Ruling
New York –(ENEWSPF)–January 27, 2015. This week, U.S. District Judge Callie V.S. Granade ruled that same-sex couples in Alabama have the freedom to marry. The victory follows another ruling from the same judge, who was appointed by George W. Bush, on Friday in a separate case. The rulings have both been stayed[Read More…]
