CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–April 19, 2013. Don Mullan has worn many hats in his long and varied career: survivor of the infamous 1972 “Bloody Sunday” tragedy in Northern Ireland; crusading investigative journalist; international human rights activist; movie producer; advocate for those like himself with dyslexia; guest lecturer and consultant at DePaul University. Personally,[Read More…]
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Mayor Emanuel, CTA and CDOT Announce Next Steps in Pursuit of Bus Rapid Transit on Ashland Avenue
CTA, CDOT will begin next phase of study, community engagement efforts to develop vision for center-running BRT, which will improve service and benefit local communities CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–April 19, 2013. Mayor Emanuel, the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) and the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) today announced plans to develop a vision for[Read More…]
Canadian Lottery Winner Commits $1 Million For Marijuana Legalization
TERRACE, BRITISH COLUMBIA–(ENEWSPF)–– April 19, 2013. On Saturday April 20(th) , activists and cannabis enthusiasts will gather in cities across Canada, including Vancouver, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto, Ottawa, Halifax and Yellowknife. It is hoped the events will be a watershed moment for cannabis law reform as Canadians seek to follow[Read More…]
Alliance for Retired Americans Friday Alert, April 19, 2013
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–April 19, 2013. Tell Your U.S. Rep. to Co-Sponsor Cicilline Resolution Opposing the Chained CPI This week, Rep. David Cicilline (D-RI) introduced a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives expressing clear opposition to using the chained CPI method to calculate cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) for Social Security benefits. In[Read More…]
Attorney General Madigan Warns Residents to Remain Alert for ‘Storm Chasers’ After Severe Storms, Floods in Chicago
Attorney General Investigators to Look Into Repair-Related Complaints Chicago—(ENEWSPF)—April 19, 2013. Following the severe storms and flooding that hit the Chicago area this week, Attorney General Lisa Madigan urged area residents to be on alert for home repair con artists looking to exploit homeowners and local businesses needing repairs due[Read More…]
Ride for Peace from North Carolina to DC
Raleigh, NC—(ENEWSPF)—April 19, 2013. World War II Marine combat veteran Samuel Winstead, who is riding his bicycle on a 350 mile Ride for Peace, is accepting applications for co-riders to join his anti-war journey that leaves Sunday April 28th from Raleigh, NC bound for Washington, DC. Mr. Winstead blazed this[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Declares 38 Counties State Disaster Areas
Disaster Declaration Issued to Ensure Continued Support for Affected Areas SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–April 19, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn today declared 38 counties state disaster areas after surveying flood damage caused by several days of severe storms and heavy rainfall across much of Illinois. The disaster declaration will accelerate and expand access to[Read More…]
Get NORML on 4/20!
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–April 19, 2013. Get NORML this 4/20 with one of the dozens of events being hosted across the country by our affiliate groups. There are events going on across the country including festivals, concerts, comedy shows, softball tournaments, and more. Check out some of these activities on the list[Read More…]
North American Lighting Headquarters Expanding in Paris, IL
Company Adds 300 Jobs, Spurs Economic Growth in Southeastern Illinois PARIS –(ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2013. Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity Director Adam Pollet and North American Lighting Inc. announced today that the automotive industry lighting supplier plans to create 300 jobs and invest $50 million to expand its Paris[Read More…]
Illinois March, 2013 Unemployment Rate Holds at 9.5 Percent
Job Growth Up Over Year Yet Down Over Month CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–April18, 2013. The March unemployment rate was 9.5 percent, unchanged from February, according to preliminary data released today by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). As expected, Illinois recorded -17,800 fewer jobs[Read More…]
