City Will Completely Remake its Digital Infrastructure, Providing Access to Underserved Areas, Free Access in Public Spaces, and Affordable Access for the Business Community CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–September 24, 2012. Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced today the launch of the Chicago Broadband Challenge, a unique initiative that will engage the public to secure Chicago’s[Read More…]
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Improving Education in Chicago
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–September 24, 2012. By Mayor Rahm Emanuel Too many children wake up each morning with a view of downtown Chicago and our glittering skyline but the economic opportunity in those buildings might as well be a world away. Social, economic and family dysfunction create a divide between our[Read More…]
City of Chicago Reduces Projected 2013 Budget Gap By $71 Million
Tighter spending controls, reforms, and improved revenues help reduce projected 2013 deficit by almost 20 percent; Results in smallest gap since 2008 recession CHICAGO –(ENEWSPF)–September 24, 2012. Mayor Rahm Emanuel yesterday said that the City of Chicago has reduced the projected 2013 corporate fund gap by $71 million due to[Read More…]
IDOT Kicks Off 2012 Rain Barrel Design Competition
Winning Entries Will Receive Rain Barrels for Storm Water Recycling SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–September 24, 2012. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) today launched its 2012 Rain Barrel Design Competition to educate students on storm water management and to highlight the positive impact of green initiatives. The competition, now in its third year,[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Invites Brazilians to Visit Illinois, Encourages Business Partnerships During Trade Mission
State ramps up effort to attract Brazilian visitors as Illinois delegation promotes tourism São Paulo –(ENEWSPF)–September 24, 2012. Governor Pat Quinn invited Brazilians to Illinois today during his trade mission to Brazil to increase tourism, education and business between the state and the South American country. The Governor is addressing[Read More…]
Health Care Law Ensures Consumers Get Clear, Consistent Information About Health Coverage
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 24, 2012. Because of the health care law, millions of Americans will have access to standardized, easy-to-understand information about health plan benefits and coverage. Insurance companies and employers are now required to provide consumers in the private health insurance market with a brief summary of what a health[Read More…]
Park Forest Library to Celebrate the Grand Opening of the New Kids’ Zone on Saturday, September 29
The kids’ zone is set to open at the Park Forest Public Library Saturday. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—September 24, 2012. On the heels of the recent building makeover with the paint barely dry, the Park Forest Public Library has undertaken another new project which involves the complete children’s wing.[Read More…]
Voter Registration Currently Taking Place at Park Forest Village Hall
Voter registration ends on October 9th Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—September 23, 2012. Eligible citizens who want to vote in the November 6, 2012 Presidential Election are reminded that registration ends on October 9th. Voter registration is currently taking place in the Administration Offices of Park Forest Village Hall, located on the[Read More…]
The Drama Group to Present Chicago Southland Premier of ‘Avenue Q the Musical’
Don’t delay in purchasing your tickets as some performances are already sold out Chicago Heights, IL—(ENEWSPF)—September 23, 2012. The Drama Group is excited to present the Chicago Southland Premiere of Avenue Q the Musical. Performances will be held at the Drama Group Studio Theatre on October 5th, 6th, 11th, 12th[Read More…]
American Federation of Teachers, Parents and Community Groups Partner To Lead Community-Driven School Reform
Groups Announce Series of Town Halls, Teach-ins, Workshops, Other Events to Engage and Mobilize Teachers, Parents and Community Members WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–September 21, 2012. To advance a community- and educator-driven agenda for public school reform, American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten and leaders of parent and community groups today announced a[Read More…]
