Springfield, IL–(ENEWSPF)–June 15, 2012. “Hard-working immigrants who make positive contributions to their communities and our country deserve the chance to succeed. President Obama’s action today means that hundreds of thousands of young undocumented immigrants will have the chance to build a brighter future for themselves. “I fought for and signed[Read More…]
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Remarks by President Obama at the LGBT Pride Month Reception
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–June 15, 2012 – 5:16 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, hello, hello! (Applause.) Thank you. Thank you, everybody. Thank you so much. Well, thank you very much. Well, welcome to the White House, everybody. (Applause.) We are glad all of you could join us today. I want to thank[Read More…]
Video: Martha Wash – It´s Raining Men – Live
Martha Wash of the Weather Girls singing It’s raining men.
Join Us at the 2012 Main Street Nights Summer Entertainment Series
Silk & Smooth. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Village of Park Forest is sponsoring free entertainment in downtown Park Forest for seven weeks this summer. The family oriented Main Street Nights features local and regional entertainers on stage in the Village Green located at Cunningham and Victory Boulevard. Vendors[Read More…]
Rep. Schakowsky Statement on Obama Administration Action to Protect Young Immigrants
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–June 15, 2012 – Today, Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) released the following statement following President Obama’s announcement to halt under executive order deportations of certain young people who were brought to the United States as children and do not present a risk to national security: “Today, I am heartened[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces Expansion of Forte Automation Systems in Illinois
Manufacturer of Medical Devices Chooses Illinois for Expansion of Operations MACHESNEY PARK, Ill.–(ENEWSPF)–June 15, 2012. Governor Pat Quinn was joined by executives of Forte Automation Systems, Inc. today to announce the manufacturer’s plans to expand operations in Illinois. As part of Governor Quinn’s efforts to grow business, the company chose[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Signs Law to Strengthen Mail Carrier Safety
New Law Increases Penalties for Crimes Against Mail Carriers ROCKFORD–(ENEWSPF)–June 15, 2012. Governor Pat Quinn today signed a new law that will protect postal workers and letter carriers by allowing judges to consider harsher penalties for violent crimes against employees of the United States Postal Service. The Governor signed the[Read More…]
Panetta Salutes Gay, Lesbian Service Members’ Dedicated Duty
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–June 15, 2012 – The pursuit of equality is fundamental to the American story, Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta said in a video message released today to thank gay and lesbian service members and lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender civilians for their dedicated service to the nation. Recognizing June as[Read More…]
President Preckwinkle Applauds Obama’s Immigration Executive Order
Chicago-(ENEWSPF)- Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle issued a statement applauding President Obama’s Executive Order on immigration: I applaud President Obama’s decision to stop deporting young, undocumented immigrants who arrived in the U.S. as children. Allowing these young people, who are either in school or the military, to stay and[Read More…]
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel Calls For Marijuana Reform
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel Wants To De-Criminalize Marijuana Possession OREGON–(ENEWSPF)–June 15, 2012. If Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel gets his way, getting caught with 15 grams or less of marijuana would carry a fine, not jail time. The proposed fine would range between $100 to $500. The current law states that[Read More…]
