Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)– Human Rights Campaign President Joe Solmonese issued the following statement today on the federal challenge to the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) in Gill et al. v. Office of Personnel Management brought by Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders, which was heard in Federal District Court in Boston.[Read More…]

Chicago, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Center on Halsted will officially unveil its new Youth Mentorship Program this April. The Youth Mentorship Program will pair LGBTQ youth—aged 13 to 18—with adult mentors who have similar interests, hobbies and professional goals.  Mentors will share their experiences as productive members of the LGBT community; provide professional[Read More…]

NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–11 May 2010 – The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) launched a major online drive today to spur action to eliminate hunger and highlight the fact that one in six people worldwide go hungry everyday. Through the “1billionhungry project” people can voice their outrage about world hunger[Read More…]

Winners of the 2009 Cookoff proudly display their trophies. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Where in the South Chicagoland area can a family of four enjoy tasty ribs, delicious chicken, phenomenal chili, and an assortment of exciting ethnic dishes for $10 Adults and $5 for children 12 & under?  For[Read More…]

(Graphic Supplied) University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Celebrate the beginning of summer on June 19 at the Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park at Governors State University. Sol-a-Bration 2010, taking place from 2 to 5 p.m. at the sculpture park, will have something for summertime fans of all ages. Admission and parking are free[Read More…]

Amy Peele discusses her book as her mother Helen looks on. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Amy Peel read from her book Aunt Mary’s Guide to Raising Children the Old-Fashioned Way Saturday at Village Hall. The book recalls Ms. Peele’s childhood in Park Forest. The program was sponsored by[Read More…]

Chicago, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Following a few simple rules when looking for a mover will go a long way toward protecting you from becoming a victim of bad service or scams this summer, advises the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and the American Moving & Storage Association (AMSA). May is National Moving Month,[Read More…]

SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–May 3, 2010.  Throughout the year, the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) encourages people across the state to prepare for all types of disasters.  During May, those efforts will focus on issues related to children and preparedness as part of the agency’s 12-Month Preparedness Campaign.  In addition to highlighting steps[Read More…]

CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–April 29, 2010.  A new statewide Lender Advisory Council will provide key feedback to Illinois’ affordable housing leaders as they work together to deliver homeownership opportunities for Illinois residents, Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) Executive Director Gloria L. Materre said today. “We can make homeownership a reality for many more[Read More…]

SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–April 28, 2010.  Illinois Department on Aging director Charles Johnson is leading a statewide initiative to improve the health and lives of older Americans and increase their involvement in service, learning, and work.  Illinois was selected to participate in the National Governors Association (NGA) Policy Academy on Civic Engagement of[Read More…]