CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–December 22, 2010. The Illinois Department of Human Services’ (IDHS) Division of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse (DASA) reminds Illinoisans that the holiday season is an especially dangerous time for motorists.  Although the season is a time to celebrate, DASA encourages people to not be influenced to take illicit drugs and[Read More…]

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–December 21, 2010.  Statement by White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs:  President Obama applauds those countries that supported the amendment offered by the United States to ensure that “sexual orientation” remains covered by the United Nations resolution on extrajudicial, summary, and arbitrary execution.   Killing people because of their sexual[Read More…]

SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–December 21, 2010. Illinois Department on Aging Director Charles D. Johnson is reminding Illinois seniors about their Illinois Cares Rx coverage.  He is urging seniors and persons with disabilities to apply online because it is the fastest way to get approved.  Illinois Cares Rx is the state’s prescription drug assistance[Read More…]

Cook County, IL–(ENEWSPF)– A fundraiser is set for Monday night for a 10-year officer with the Cook County Sheriff’s Office who recently underwent an extensive heart procedure, only to learn that he is in need of a heart transplant. The event for Officer Nick Paolino, of Chicago, is set to[Read More…]

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CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–December 20, 2010. On Sunday, Governor Pat Quinn  encouraged families throughout Illinois to support Operation Hero Miles, a program that benefits servicemembers who were injured in Iraq or Afghanistan. Through the program, people can donate unused frequent flyer miles to allow military families to visit their loved ones recovering in[Read More…]

On Nov.13 2010 unsuspecting shoppers got a big surprise while enjoying their lunch. Over 100 participants in this awesome Christmas Flash Mob. This is a must see!

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–December 19, 2010.  “I am pleased to see the Congress vote to repeal the law governing ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.’ Handling this through legislation preserves the military’s prerogative to implement change in a responsible, deliberate manner. “More critically, it is the right thing to do. No longer will able[Read More…]

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–December 19, 2010.  On Saturday, Secretary of Defense Robert Gates released the following statement on the Senate’s vote to repeal the ‘Don’t Ask Don’t Tell’ law: “I welcome today’s vote by the Senate clearing the way for a legislative repeal of the ‘Don’t Ask Don’t Tell’ law. “Once this[Read More…]

Commentary “Dennis and I and the Matthew Shepard Foundation join millions of Americans in and out of uniform today in applauding the United States Senate. It took truly principled action in finally ending the military’s obsolete and discriminatory ban on gay service members serving their country in the military. “Wearing[Read More…]