CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 1, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn issued the below statement following today’s House Committee vote to enact comprehensive pension reform that will stabilize the pension systems, eliminate the unfunded liability, and preserve the pensions of hard-working state employees and teachers. More than a year ago, the governor proposed a comprehensive[Read More…]
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Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the University of Chicago Institute of Politics
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–April 30, 2013. Thank you, David, for those kind words; for your dedication to public service, not only in the Obama Administration but throughout your career; and for your commitment to training future generations of political leaders right here at your alma mater. It’s a pleasure to be with[Read More…]
Student Trustee Garcia Sworn In For a Second Term at South Suburban College
South Suburban College Student Trustee Rebecca Garcia is sworn in by Marty Lareau, SSC Vice President and Board Secretary at the college’s April Board Meeting. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) South Holland, IL-(ENEWSPF)- South Suburban College student Rebecca Garcia was sworn in for her second term as the SSC Student Trustee at the[Read More…]
Marian Catholic Band Student Receives College Scholarship
Gretchen Stibich ‘signing’ with DePauw University. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Gretchen Stibich, a senior student at Marian Catholic High School and Tinley Park resident, received a music scholarship from DePauw University in Indiana. Stibich, who was attracted to DePauw’s campus and music curriculum, will focus on both clarinet and[Read More…]
Kirk, Davis Statement on Agriculture Advisory Board Meeting
Edwardsville, Illinois –(ENEWSPF)–April 30, 2013. U.S. Senator Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) and Congressman Rodney Davis (R-Taylorville) released a joint statement today following their meeting with Senator Kirk’s Agriculture Advisory Board: “We appreciate the input of the Board members, including chairman Terry Ferguson, and their dedication to informing us on the[Read More…]
Beethoven’s 9th, Premiere of Commissioned Prelude to Mark DePaul University’s Concert
The DePaul Symphony Orchestra and Chorus will perform Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony and a specially commissioned orchestral overture written by Chicago composer Augusta Read Thomas on May 29 in Orchestra Hall at Symphony Center in Downtown Chicago. The annual concert, which showcases the talent of nearly 200 students and faculty members[Read More…]
Police Accountability is Part of the Answer. Without It – We Sink Further Into the Abyss of Violence and Despair
CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—April 30, 2013. Frank Chapman called for swift enactment of legislation creating and empowering an elected Civilian Police Accountability Council (CPAC) as a necessary step in curbing the violence that is wreaking havoc in Chicago’s African American and Latino communities. Chapman is Field Organizer of the Chicago Alliance Against Racist[Read More…]
Mayor and City Officials Discuss Plans to Ensure Safe and Successful Transition for Chicago’s Students
Mayor to Cabinet: “Safe Passage is Everyone’s Responsibility” Mayor Emanuel convenes cabinet to discuss City-wide coordination to support Chicago’s students. Photo Credit: Brooke Collins / City of Chicago CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–April 30, 2013. Mayor Rahm Emanuel called his cabinet together today to discuss the coordinated approach the City will take to fully[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel and DCASE Announce Chicago Farmers Markets Schedule and Launch New Spinoff Night Markets
Farmers Markets Kick Off on May 11; Official Opening is May 16; New Night Markets Launch June 26 and 27 CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–April 30, 2013. Mayor Rahm Emanuel on Tuesday announced the schedule for Chicago’s Farmers Markets, presented by the City of Chicago, Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) and[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces Expansion of High-Speed Railcar Factory in Rochelle
Nippon Sharyo Will Build $54 Million Additional Facility and Create 80 Permanent Local Jobs, 200 Construction Jobs ROCHELLE–(ENEWSPF)–April 30, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn today was joined by U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood, Federal Railroad Administration Administrator Joseph Szabo and Nippon Sharyo Ltd. Chairman Katsuyuki Ikushima to announce the expansion of[Read More…]
