WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–June 5, 2013.  After meeting together, U.S. Senator Mark Kirk (R-IL) and Congressman Bobby Rush (D-IL-1) released the following statement yesterday: “First and foremost we are friends who have worked together for a very long time.  Our hearts remain in the same place because we are both dedicated to[Read More…]

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–June 4, 2013 – Rep. Jan Schakowsky released the following statement in support of Walmart Employees: “The American Dream is based on the simple idea that anyone willing to work hard and play by the rules can succeed. Today, unfortunately, too many hard-working women and men can’t get ahead[Read More…]

WASHINGTON, D.C.—(ENEWSPF)—June 4, 2013. U.S. Representative Robin Kelly (D-IL) today met with U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) to discuss constituent services and economic development priorities in Illinois’s 2nd congressional district, including job-creating infrastructure projects and efforts to train and educate workers in advanced manufacturing. “Senator Durbin has been very gracious[Read More…]

Myers Place to help 39 of Cook County’s most vulnerable individuals live independently MOUNT PROSPECT–(ENEWSPF)–June 4, 2013.  For the first time in the northwest suburbs, a new supportive housing development will open its doors to provide people with disabilities or special needs with quality apartments that will enable them to[Read More…]

CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–June 4, 2013.  Governor Quinn today issued the following statement regarding Fitch’s downgrade of Illinois’ credit rating. “Today’s downgrade is no surprise. As I have repeatedly made clear to the General Assembly, this will continue to happen until legislators pass a comprehensive pension reform bill, and put it on my[Read More…]

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–June 3, 2013. Today, Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth (IL-08) applauded the bipartisan approval of the Elgin O’Hare Western Access Project by the Illinois legislature. Earlier this year, Duckworth urged the Federal Department of Transportation to sign off on a final agreement that allows the State of Illinois to begin construction.[Read More…]

Twenty Restaurants will “Pop Up” for a Day or Two at Taste; Daily Pop-Up Booth will be Added Offering More Dining Options CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–June 3, 2013.  Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) announced today that the 33rd Annual Taste of Chicago, July 10-14 in[Read More…]

Federal Support Approved for More than 26,000 People to Date SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–June 3, 2013.  Governor Pat Quinn today announced more than $73 million in federal aid has been approved to date to help more than 26,000 people and households affected by severe flooding in April. The assistance includes grants to help[Read More…]