Prosecution Failed to Review Key Evidence, Requested Continuance to Interview Police Officers Chicago–(ENEWSPF)–July 15, 2013. The bench trial for Mr. Gary Wagaman on four counts of felony aggravated battery against a Chicago police officer has been postponed until September 16 at 9am. Wagaman is alleged to have thrown a deadly[Read More…]
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Governor Quinn and Navistar Unveil New, State-of-the-Art Campus in Melrose Park
Investment Package, State Financing Supports 3,600 Jobs, Spurs $205 Million in Private Investment CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–July 15, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn today joined Navistar International Corporation for the grand opening of its new Test and Development Center in Melrose Park. The international truck and diesel engine manufacturer renovated its existing Melrose Park[Read More…]
Chicago Communities Rally for Texas Women Tonight
Chicago—(ENEWSPF)—July 15, 2013. In solidarity with the national call to action for Texas mothers, grandmothers, legislators, and supporters fighting for the ability to choose the future of their bodies, Chicago supporters of women’s rights will make their voices heard. “We fear for our own reproductive health and the right to[Read More…]
Housing Rights Activists to Stop Home Auction, July 15, 2013
CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—July 15, 2013. Members of various housing rights and activist groups will hold a rally on Monday, July 15 at 10:30AM, at 1 S. Wacker Dr., to protest the auctioning of foreclosed homes in Chicago. “Five years into the crisis and millions of displaced families later, we continue to see[Read More…]
Gary Wagaman to Fight Politically Motivated Felony Charges Today in Court
Supporters to Pack Courtroom to Stand Against Suppression of Dissent and Targeting of Activists and Social Movements Chicago—(ENEWSPF)—July 15, 2013. Today, Mr. Gary Wagaman will be going to trial on four counts of felony aggravated battery against a Chicago police officer. Wagaman is alleged to have thrown a deadly weapon—a[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of July 15, 2013
Representatives from the DownTown’s Quality Classic Health and Fitness Center were on hand recently for Main Street Nights. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—July 15, 2013. As we all are aware, it is very important to shop locally and support our community businesses. The Village of Park Forest is providing[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel Visits West Englewood Neighborhood for the ‘Make a Difference’ Tour Sponsored by Craftsman
Mayor Emanuel speaks to Mac Jones and son, Mac Jr. at the Craftsman “Make a Difference” Tour. Photo Credit: Brooke Collins // City of Chicago CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–July 12, 2013. Mayor Rahm Emanuel joined residents today in the West Englewood neighborhood to support the Craftsman “Make a Difference” tour. Their visit to[Read More…]
Third Annual College Changes Everything Conference Draws 400 to Tinley Park
Lt. Governor and 2 Other Higher Education Advocates Receive CCE Champions Award Tinley Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)–July 12, 2013. Approximately 400 participants attended the third annual statewide College Changes Everything Conference in support of Illinois’s efforts to reach Goal 2025, increasing the proportion of adults in Illinois with high quality degrees and[Read More…]
Next Step in Implementation: Finalizing Policies to Ensure Navigators Will Help Consumers Enroll in the Health Insurance Marketplace
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–July 12, 2013. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) took the next step in moving toward implementation by finalizing a proposed rule today outlining the standards for Navigators, the in-person assisters in Federally-facilitated and State Partnership Marketplaces. State-based Marketplaces have the option of using this guidance or[Read More…]
Congresswoman Duckworth to Hold Congress at Your Corner in Glendale Heights on July 13
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–July 12, 2013. On Saturday, July 13, Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth (IL-08) will hold a Congress at Your Corner at the Glendale Height Fest . The event will be an opportunity for residents of the 8th Congressional District to share their questions, comments and concerns with the Congresswoman. WHEN: Saturday,[Read More…]
