Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–March 5, 2013. Today, Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth called on Congress to reverse cuts to transportation and safety that will endanger jobs in Illinois and serve as a major inconvenience for travelers. Under sequestration, the majority of the Federal Aviation Administration’s 47,000 employees will be furloughed and this will have[Read More…]
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Area High School Student Art Work Featured During PSC Gallery Exhibit
CHICAGO HEIGHTS—(ENEWSPFS)—March 5, 2013. Student artists from regional high schools will have their work on display during the Prairie State College (PSC) Annual High School Exhibition, from Monday, March 18 through Thursday, April 11, 2013, at the Christopher Art Gallery on the PSC main campus, located at 202 S. Halsted[Read More…]
Senator Durbin Statement on the Death of Dawn Clark Netsch
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 5, 2013. U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) released the following statement today after learning of the death of Dawn Clark Netsch, former Illinois Comptroller, Illinois State Senator and the first women in Illinois history to win the Democratic nomination for Governor: “More than any other person in our[Read More…]
Park Forest Environment Commission to Host ‘Basic Canning’ Presentation Featuring Chef Kate Bradley
Chef Kate Bradley (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Limited Seating — Tickets Now on Sale Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—UPDATE March 8, 2013 (Editor’s Note: the location of this event has been changed to the Wetlands Discovery Center, 30 N. Orchard, Park Forest) Based on numerous requests from members of the community, the Park Forest[Read More…]
Protest Scheduled Against Chicago’s 46th Ward Alderman Cappleman on March 6
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–March 5, 2013. Hundreds of protesters will rally in front of the office 46th Ward Alderman James Cappleman on Wednesday, March 6, from 5pm to 7pm at 4544 N. Broadway, Chicago. The rally will address several issues that Cappleman has publicly targeted such as the ousting of a Salvation Army[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of March 4, 2013
This year’s Black History Month celebration at Freedom Hall included Janet Sutton and the Voices of ACME Chicago. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—UPDATED March 8, 2013. Park Forest vehicle stickers and animal tags are now on sale. Vehicle stickers and animal tags must be properly displayed by April 30th. Additional[Read More…]
Congresswoman Duckworth Cosponsors Government Waste Reduction Act
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–March 4, 2013. Today, Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth announced her cosponsorship of the Government Waste Reduction Act. The legislation would create a board tasked with making recommendations to root out waste in government. Each proposal from the board would be fast tracked and get an up-or-down vote from Congress. “In order[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces Illinois Ranks #5 in Nation for Best Corporate Locations
Illinois Gains Over Last Year’s Ranking CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–March 4, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn today announced that the state of Illinois has been ranked #5 in the nation for new and expanded corporate facilities. Illinois moved up two spots from last year’s seventh place ranking, according to the annual analysis by Site[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Honors War Hero Casimir Pulaski
Polish-Born Freedom Fighter was “Father of the American Cavalry” CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–March 4, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn honored Revolutionary War hero Casimir Pulaski today by laying a wreath at a mural honoring General Pulaski at the Polish Museum of America. Today marks the 266th anniversary of the Polish-born General’s birth. “Brigadier General[Read More…]
Obama Administration Makes History at Supreme Court Arguing for Marriage Equality
Solicitor General Files Landmark Amicus Brief in Proposition 8 Challenge Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- The Obama Administration made history on the last day of February 2013 by filing a brief at the Supreme Court arguing for the first time on behalf of the U.S. Government that a law denying loving and committed[Read More…]
