State Readies Personnel, Resources to Assist Local Governments CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn today declared a state of emergency as state agencies prepared to provide assistance to local governments throughout the northern half of Illinois dealing with severe river and flash flooding. The state of emergency ensures that state[Read More…]
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CDC: Infections From Some Foodborne Germs Increased, While Others Remained Unchanged in 2012
Atlanta, GA–(ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2013. The nation’s annual food safety report card is out and it shows that 2012 rates of infections from two germs spread commonly through food have increased significantly when compared to a baseline period of 2006-2008, while rates of most others have not changed during the same[Read More…]
Chicago Communities to Commemorate the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom with a March on City Hall for Peace with Justice
CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—April 18, 2013. Who: Victims of police crimes and their families, and People from communities across the city What: People’s March for Peace With Justice When: Noon, Wednesday, August 28, the 50th Anniversary of the 1963 March on Washington led by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Where: Kick off at[Read More…]
Senators Kirk, Durbin Statement on Illinois Flooding
“We stand ready with the rest of the Illinois Congressional Delegation to ensure that those resources are made available as quickly as possible.” WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2013. U.S. Senator Mark Kirk (R-IL) and U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) today made the following statement after receiving an update on the potentially[Read More…]
Rep. Schakowsky Votes Against the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2013 – Rep. Jan Schakowsky released the following statement after voting against the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act: “I voted against the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act because we don’t need to compromise our civil liberties to fight terrorism. Cybersecurity and privacy aren’t mutually exclusive,[Read More…]
Breakfast with BCI Presents ‘Seven Low Cost Marketing Strategies You Can Implement Right Away’
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL—(ENEWSPF)—April 18, 2013. South Suburban College’s Breakfast with BCI presents “Seven Low Cost Marketing Strategies You Can Implement Right Away” with special guest speaker Summer Alexander, CEO of Summer Alexander Research & Marketing, on Thursday, May 9th from 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Check in time will begin[Read More…]
Flooding Creates Dangerous Driving Conditions in Illinois
SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2013. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) would like to warn motorists against driving into flood waters and urges extra caution on the roads today. Flood warnings and watches are in place throughout the state, causing flooding on numerous roads, and temporary road closures. As of mid-morning, most[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Activates Flood Emergency Response, April 18, 2013
SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn this morning activated the State Incident Response Center (SIRC) in Springfield to assess flooding and severe weather in several areas of the state and expedite assistance that may be needed by local public safety officials to protect citizens. The SIRC will remain open as[Read More…]
Legislation Extends Deadlines for Governors State University Helpful Grant Requirements to Aid Local Schools
SPRINGFIELD—(ENEWSPF)—April 18, 2013. Legislation sponsored by State Representative Anthony DeLuca (D-Chicago Heights) extending the deadline for the completion of an alternative teaching certification program recently passed out of the Illinois House Elementary & Secondary Education Committee. DeLuca’s measure aims to help Governors State University to continue to maintain and operate[Read More…]
Illinois Housing Finance Agency Receives Two Federal Grants to Help Homeowners Keep their Homes
Homeowners can access FREE financial advice through Illinois Foreclosure Prevention Network (IFPN) CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–April 18, 2013. The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) yesterday announced it received a $2.7 million National Foreclosure Mitigation Counseling Program (NFMC) grant, the second-highest award in the nation. In addition, IHDA received notice it will receive $270,270[Read More…]
