416 percent increase in fuel efficient vehicles just one year after passage; Number of wheelchair accessible vehicles doubles; Taxi ordinance meets Mayor Emanuel’s goals with newer, cleaner, safer and more accessible cabs in Chicago. CHICAGO–(ENEWSPSF)–February 7, 2013. Today, Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced that the taxi ordinance passed by the City[Read More…]
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Congresswoman Duckworth Meets with Members of the Federal Postal Coalition
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 7, 2013. Yesterday,Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth met with members of the Federal Postal Coalition in her Washington, DC office. They discussed the importance of preserving six day delivery for the United States Postal Service and reforms that can help put the USPS on sound financial footing. Source: duckworth.house.gov
Governor Quinn Strengthens Effort to Attract and Expand Illinois Manufacturers
Three Innovative Manufacturers Announce New Jobs in East Peoria, Colona and Chicago, Illinois CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–February 7, 2013. As part of his commitment to drive small business growth, Governor Pat Quinn today announced new jobs at three small Illinois manufacturers. The governor is strengthening his effort to attract and expand manufacturing companies[Read More…]
The Affordable Care Act – A Stronger Medicare Program in 2012
More than 6.1 Million Americans with Medicare have Saved Over $5.7 Billion on Prescription Drugs Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—February 7, 2013. This second annual report details how millions of seniors and people with disabilities with Medicare continued to experience lower costs on prescription drugs and improved benefits in 2012 because of the[Read More…]
New Local Society for Human Resource Management Chapter Formed in Matteson, IL
Matteson, IL—(ENEWSPF)—February 7, 2013. The South Suburban Cook Human Resources Association has been formed to serve HR professionals in the South Suburban Chicago area. The organization is an affiliated chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the world’s largest human resource management association. SHRM has more than 225,000[Read More…]
Neighbors Tell TCF Bank: ‘Have A Heart’
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–January 7, 2013. This morning, Rogers Park homeowner Josh Pina and his supporters will give TCF Bank an oversize plea for some Valentine’s Day spirit. At an 11:30 a.m. press conference at the 1400 W. Fullerton branch of TCF Bank, they will deliver a giant Valentine asking the bank to[Read More…]
Senator Kirk Issues Statement on Governor Quinn’s State of the State Address
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–February 6, 2013. U.S. Senator Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) today issued the following statement in response to Governor Pat Quinn’s State of the State Address: “As the economic crossroads of America, Illinois should be the best place in the nation to locate and grow a business. While we may differ on[Read More…]
February is Financial Aid Awareness Month
ISAC hosts 150+ events for students and families across Illinois DEERFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–February 6, 2013. February is Financial Aid Awareness Month (FAAM), and the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) is hosting nearly 200 events across the state to help students and families complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Delivers 2013 State of the State Address
SPRINGFIELD – February 6, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn today delivered his 2013 State of the State Address. Please find a copy of the address attached and below: President John Cullerton, Speaker Mike Madigan, Leaders Christine Radogno and Tom Cross, members of the General Assembly, and distinguished guests: Good Afternoon. It[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel Announces More Than 400 New CTA Bus Drivers Hired for Red Line South Project
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–February 6, 2013. Mayor Emanuel Welcomes the Newest Graduating Class of CTA Bus Drivers (Photo Credit: Brooke Collins – City of Chicago) CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–February 6, 2013. Mayor Rahm Emanuel was joined by CTA President Forrest today in welcoming 36 new bus drivers to the CTA, the latest of more than 400[Read More…]
