SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–January 7, 2013. Three important pieces of legislation supported by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) aimed at reducing cell phone use while driving and clearing lanes of traffic immediately following crashes are now in effect as of January 1, 2013. Senate Bill 2488 prohibits cell phone use in construction[Read More…]
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Grandma’s Miracle Visit Brings Joy to Family
“I’ll never feel the joy I felt in being part of something I thought may never happen.” CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–January 7, 2013. It was a year of firsts for my 79-year-old Abuelita Lupe. It was the first time she left Mexico, the first time she boarded an airplane, the first time[Read More…]
Robin Kelly Raises Over $200,000 in Less Than One Month
RICHTON PARK—(ENEWSPF)—January 7, 2013. Robin Kelly, candidate for Illinois’ second Congressional district, released her fundraising numbers for the month of December this morning. After entering the race on December 2, Kelly had 29 days to raise funds before the end of the filing period, which closed December 31. Kelly amassed[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of January 7, 2013
Park Forest Police Chief Clifford Butz celebrated 30 years with the department last week with Deputy Chief Mike McNamara (left) and retired Police Chief Fran DioGuardi. (ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—January 7, 2013. Park Forest’s 2013 Winter-Spring Recreation Programs & More brochure was recently mailed to all residents. As I’ve said[Read More…]
Rep. Gutierrez Joins Judiciary Committee for Immigration Push in 2013
“All of the road signs are pointed in the right direction…” Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 5, 2013. Yesterday, Rep. Luis V. Gutierrez (D-IL) announced that he was taking a leave of absence from the House Financial Services Committee (FSC) to serve on the Judiciary Committee as immigration reform takes center stage. The[Read More…]
Reps. Schakowsky, Maloney Introduce Bill to Ratify U.N. Agreement to Outlaw Discrimination Against Women
WASHINGTON, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 5, 2013. Yesterday, Reps. Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) and Carolyn Maloney (D-NY) and 31 cosponsors called for the Senate to ratify the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW). This landmark international agreement, adopted by the United Nations, mandates that governments worldwide eradicate discriminatory[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel Announces Major National Development and Construction Firm Clayco Moving Headquarters to Chicago
Clayco, Inc. to Move HQ to East Wacker Drive; Will Create Hundreds of New Jobs; Company Expansion Plan Enhanced by Chicago Assets CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–January 4, 2013. Joined by Clayco, Inc. CEO Robert Clark, Mayor Rahm Emanuel today announced that Clayco will move its national headquarters to downtown Chicago, IL, a move[Read More…]
Alliance for Retired Americans Friday Alert, January 4, 2013
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 4, 2013. Fiscal Cliff Deal is Reached, Seniors Dodge Budget Cuts – For Now The U.S. House of Representative voted 257-167 on Tuesday night to let income taxes on the wealthy rise sharply for the first time in two decades, fulfilling President Obama’s promise to raise taxes on[Read More…]
Holiday Recycling Available in Park Forest
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWPSF)—January 4, 2013. Looking for ways to recycle your Christmas tree or holiday lights that are no longer working? Through the month of January, Park Forest residents can drop off Christmas trees at the north end of the Park Forest Aqua Center, 30 North Orchard, where they will[Read More…]
Governor, DuPage County Chairman and GOP Leaders Continue Pension Reform Push
Governor Meets with Suburban Leaders and Strengthens Bipartisan Support for Comprehensive Action WHEATON–(ENEWSPF)–January 4, 2013. Governor Pat Quinn today was joined by DuPage County Board Chairman Dan Cronin and several Republican legislators to strengthen the push for comprehensive pension reform by Jan. 9, the end of the current legislative session.[Read More…]
