CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—July 9, 2013. The White House’s June 13th announcement that it would begin directly supplying arms to the opposition in Syria is a dramatic escalation of the U.S./NATO war against that country. Thousands of U.S. troops and intelligence personnel are training opposition forces and coordinating operations in Turkey and Jordan.[Read More…]
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Ramadan 1434 in Chicago Begins Wednesday, July 10, 2013
The American Islamic Association in Frankfort. (SUPPLIED) Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Precision. In Islam, precision is key. The Chicago Hilal reports that Ramadan 1434 AH will begin on Wednesday, July 10, 2013. 1434 is the current Islamic year. "AH" means "After Hijra," the journey taken by the Islamic prophet Muhammad (PBUH), from[Read More…]
Southland College Prep Charter High School Concert Band Earns IHSA Music Award
Andrea Kidd, Director, Southland College Prep Charter High School ( l.) and Dr. Blondean Davis, CEO, ( r.) present Joseph Lawrence, Band Director with the Illinois High School Association award for excellence in band performance. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Richton Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Southland College Prep Charter High School’s Concert Band recently displayed[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces Record-Breaking Statewide Tourism Numbers
Domestic Visitors to Illinois Rise 6 Percent to 99 Million, Generating $31 Billion for State’s Economy; Numbers Will Increase When International Visitor Numbers are Available CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–July 8, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn today announced that Illinois hosted more than 99 million domestic visitors in 2012, a 6.1 percent increase over the[Read More…]
Congresswoman Kelly Calls for United Action to Stem the Wave of Gun Violence
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—July 8, 2013. In the wake of Chicago’s staggering gun violence over the Fourth of July weekend, Congresswoman Robin Kelly is calling for Congress to revisit the issue of gun control legislation. “I cannot stand by in silence after 12 people were killed and 74 wounded—including two small children—during[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Signs Legislation to Fight Gang Crimes
New Laws Will Protect Gang Crime Witnesses and Require School Officials to Report Illegal Gang Activity CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–July 8, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn today signed new laws that will help fight gang crimes and protect those who aid law enforcement in these efforts. Today’s actions are part of Governor Quinn’s agenda[Read More…]
Workers at Mobile Rail Solutions Organize Under IWW Banner
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–July 8, 2013. The Workers at Mobile Rail Solutions, a specialized truck company servicing locomotives, have organized a Union seeking full recognition through the Industrial Workers of the World. With an overwhelming majority of petitioning workers, the IWW is immediately asking to be voluntarily recognized by Mobile Rail Solutions. If[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of July 8, 2013
Alex Lileikis, of Park Forest Baseball’s Pinto White Sox (7-8 year olds), prepares for last week’s 4th of July parade. Alex’s coaches are Dean Dubois and Tom Mick. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—July 8, 2013. Slowly getting settled in my new place in Eugene, with “slow” being the operative[Read More…]
‘Summer Safari: Adventures in Thorn Creek’ Begins July 25
Registration & Payment Required by Monday, July 22 Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—July 7, 2013. Hiking, stream-stomping and bug catching are a few of the key ingredients that make summer exploration camp a great way to learn and have fun! Our three-day Summer Safari: Adventures in Thorn Creek! offers children ages 5[Read More…]
Eco-Exploration Hike to be Held on Sunday, July 21 at Thorn Creek Nature Preserve
Registration Required by Friday, July 19 Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—July 7, 2013. Enjoy all that the Thorn Creek Nature Preserve has to offer on the free Eco-Exploration Hike, Sunday, July 21 from 1-3 p.m. We’ll get a sense of the “wild” in this large nature preserve. Hikers of all ages will[Read More…]
