CTA Train Service Returns to Normal; Coordination Between Agencies Saved $500,000 and Significantly Reduced Service Interruptions CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 6, 2013. Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) trains resumed their normal service schedule today as the reconstruction of the north leaf of the historic Wells Street Bridge over the Chicago River was completed early[Read More…]
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Rep. Schakowsky Announces 2013 High School Winner of the Artistic Discovery Congressional Art Competition
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 6, 2013 – Rep. Jan Schakowsky announced the Illinois 9th district’s winners of the 2013 “An Artistic Discovery Congressional Art Competition.” This year’s competition drew entries from 42 students and 18 area high schools. “The Artistic Discovery Congressional Art Competition is one of my favorite annual events because[Read More…]
Pennsylvania School District Refuses to Change Policies on Transgender Students
RED LION, Pa.–(ENEWSPF)–May 6, 2013. The Red Lion Area School District (RLASD) has refused to change its policy regarding transgender candidates for prom court, nor will it agree to allow transgender students to use a name at graduation to match their gender identity, according to a letter from the school[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces State is Accepting Applications to Join Affordable Care Act Outreach Effort
Health Insurance Marketplace Seeks Community Groups’ Assistance in Educating the Public and Creating a Culture of Coverage Across the State CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 6, 2013. Ramping up efforts to educate the public about the Affordable Care Act (ACA), Governor Pat Quinn today announced that the state is accepting applications from community-based organizations[Read More…]
Governors State University to Host Information Session on Educational Specialist Degree in School Psychology
University Park, IL—(ENEWSPF)–May 6, 2013 – Learn how to earn your Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) Degree in School Psychology at Governors State University at a special informational open house on Friday, May 17, from 5 to 7 p.m., in room G227. Classes in this new degree program will begin in the[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of May 6, 2013
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—May 6, 2013. The ‘Bike & Hike Benefit for Thorn Creek Woods’ will take place on Saturday, May 11th. Ride your motorcycle or bike to the Thorn Creek Nature Center, 247 Monee Road, Park Forest, where you can savor homemade soups, tour the Nature Center and enjoy a[Read More…]
141 Students from Across the Country Named 2013 U.S. Presidential Scholars
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 6, 2013. U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan today announced the 49th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, recognizing 141 high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics or the arts. “Presidential Scholars demonstrate the accomplishments that can be made when students challenge themselves, set the highest standards, and[Read More…]
Prairie State College Speech Team Brings Home Gold in Regional Tournament
PSC President Eric Radtke (far left) congratulates speech team members (from second from left) Jasmine Ross, Liz Rossi, Sarah Hill, and Nicholas Williams for their recent successes in the Phi Rho Pi Region 4 Speech Tournament at Elgin Community College. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Prairie State College (PSC)[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Vetoes Electric Rate Hike Bill
Senate Bill 9 Would Undermine Electric Utility Oversight; Hike Electric Rates for Consumers and Businesses Across Illinois CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 5, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn today vetoed Senate Bill 9, which would have allowed Illinois’ large electric utilities to undermine the state’s oversight and enact an estimated $70 million rate hike. The[Read More…]
Learn How to Take Control of Summer Electricity Costs at the ComEd Residential Real-Time Pricing Program Energy Workshop
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—May 6, 2013. On Wednesday, May 22 at 6 p.m. at Park Forest Village Hall, 350 Victory Drive, representatives from CNT Energy will discuss how to keep summer electricity bills under control through ComEd’s Residential Real-Time Pricing (RRTP) program. Participants at this workshop will: Get tips on managing[Read More…]
