JEFFERSON CITY, MO—(ENEWSPF)—December 2, 2010. The American Civil Liberties Union, the ACLU of Eastern Missouri and the ACLU of Kansas & Western Missouri filed a lawsuit today on behalf of Kelly Glossip, whose partner, Dennis Engelhard, was a state trooper killed in the line of duty while responding to an[Read More…]
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Rep. DeLuca and Attorney General Madigan’s Office to Host Consumer Fraud and Identity Theft Seminar
Chicago Heights, IL—(ENEWSPF)—December 2, 2010. State Representative Anthony DeLuca (D-Chicago Heights) and a representative of Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan’s Office will host a Consumer Fraud and Identity Theft Seminar on Wednesday, December 15th from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Lynwood Village Hall, 21460 Lincoln Highway, Lynwood, IL. The[Read More…]
Cook County Clerk David Orr Looks Forward To Issuing First Civil Union License
Cook County, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Cook County Clerk released the followin statement on the Illinois Senate’s passage of Civil Union legislation for gay and lesbian citizens: I’m very pleased that Illinois has finally taken this crucial step toward equality. While religions function under their own rules, government cannot and should not discriminate[Read More…]
IEMA Highlights Preparedness for People with Functional Needs in December
SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–December 1, 2010. While every home should have a disaster preparedness kit stocked with such items as a flashlight, bottled water and a first-aid kit, emergency preparedness is even more critical for households with members who have functional needs. Throughout December, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) will highlight the[Read More…]
Illinois Senate Passes Civil Unions Legislation; Bill Now Heads to Governor
Springfield, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Sun-Times reports: In a landmark 32-24 vote, legislation recognizing civil unions among gay and lesbian couples passed the Illinois Senate Wednesday afternoon. The bill now moves to Gov. Quinn, who has pledged to sign it.
Grande Prairie Singers Offer Song For All Choral Music Junkies
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Grande Prairie Singers perform small masterworks in their intended settings. Newly appointed artistic director and conductor, Jo Rodenburg is an award-winning, international performer. Having firsthand knowledge and understanding of the skills and tools necessary for the voice as an expressive artistic medium, she is committed in sharing[Read More…]
Pentagon Report Adds Critical Support For Ending ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’
WASHINGTON, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 30, 2010. A report released by the Pentagon today found that a large majority of respondents to a survey of active-duty and reserve service members and their families say that ending the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy barring lesbian and gay service members from serving openly would not[Read More…]
‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ Report Released by Department of Defense
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 30, 2010. The Defense Department released the “Report of the Comprehensive Review of the Issues Associated with a Repeal of ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ ” today. The Report can be viewed at http://www.defense.gov/dadt. Source: defense.gov
Open House for the South Suburbs’ Newest Office Space and Business Incubator
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—November 30, 2010. The Village of Park Forest and Prairie State College will hold an Open House on Monday, December 6 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the South Suburbs’ newest office space and business incubator located at 298 Main Street in DownTown Park Forest. The office[Read More…]
Park Forest Hall Of Fame Nominations Being Accepted
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Park Forest Historical Society will be accepting nominations for the Park Forest Hall of Fame until December 15, 2010. The official form, which must accompany the nomination, is available at the Park Forest Public Library, 400 Lakewood Boulevard, at the 1950s Park Forest House Museum, 141[Read More…]
