Ahead of Summer Months, New Crime Reduction Strategies Announced to Tackle Gang Violence And Integrate Responses to Problem Businesses, Aiming to Reduce Crime in Chicago’s Neighborhoods CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 29, 2012. Mayor Rahm Emanuel announced today new coordinated crime-fighting strategies aimed at integrating efforts to combat not only gang-related violence but also[Read More…]
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Statement from Governor Quinn on General Assembly Passage of Legislation to Save Medicaid
SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–May 29, 2012. Governor Pat Quinn today released a statement regarding the Senate’s passage of SB 2194, which raises the price of cigarettes by $1-a-pack to prevent children from smoking, and is the final part of his plan to restructure Medicaid. “I want to thank the members of the General[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of May 28, 2012
The caboose at Park Forest’s developing Rail Fan Park is in place. (Photo: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—May 28, 2012. On Monday, we will celebrate Memorial Day — a day of remembering the men and women who died while serving in the United State Armed Forces. The Park Forest American Legion[Read More…]
Baldwin’s ‘Curtains’ Wins Best Musical at Pittsburgh’s Gene Kelly Awards
Connor Doran, on stage at the Benedum Theater. (Photo: Kathy Doran) Pittsburg, PA-(ENEWSPF)- My nephew, Connor Doran, on stage earlier today at the Benedum Theater in downtown Pittsburgh. The Baldwin musical "Curtains" won Best Musical in the Budget III category. Proud of you, Connor! Very proud!
Governor Pat Quinn Statement on House of Representatives Passage of Cigarette Tax Legislation to Rescue Medicaid
SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–May 26, 2012. Governor Pat Quinn yesterday released a statement regarding the Illinois House of Representatives passing Senate Bill 2194, a key part of his proposal for Medicaid restructuring. “I applaud Speaker Madigan and Leader Currie and members of the House of Representative for passing legislation to increase the price[Read More…]
State Rep. Al Riley Has Words for Sears
State Rep. Al Riley. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) SPRINGFIELD, IL -(ENEWSPF)- State Rep. Al Riley (D-Olympia Fields) issued the following statement in response to the announced closing of several Illinois department stores owned by Sears Holding Corporation, including the Sears located in the Lincoln Mall in Matteson. "I am extremely disappointed in[Read More…]
Rep. Schakowsky: CMS Report Shows Health Care Savings For Seniors Under Obamacare
Washington, D.C–(ENEWSPF)–May 25, 2012 – Representative Jan Schakowsky (D-IL) responded to a report issued by the Centers on Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) with updated data on the savings that seniors are receiving due to the health care law, the Affordable Care Act. In the first four months of 2012,[Read More…]
Lt. Governor Simon’s Complete College Bills Move Forward
College Choice Reports bill advances to House, math curriculum bill moving to Governor’s desk SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–May 25, 2012. Lt. Governor Sheila Simon commended the Illinois Senate today for voting to help students make informed choices about Illinois’ higher education options through publication of College Choice Reports. House Bill 5248, Amendment 2,[Read More…]
Park Forest Memorial Day Ceremony to be Held Monday, May 28
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—May 25, 2012. Memorial Day is a day of remembering the men and women who died while serving in the United State Armed Forces. The Park Forest American Legion will hold a Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 28 at 11 a.m. on the Village Green in DownTown[Read More…]
Alliance for Retired Americans Friday Alert, May 25, 2012
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 25, 2012. Alan Simpson Unleashes Outrageous Attack on California Alliance Seniors When former Senator Alan Simpson (R-WY), co-chair of the National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform, ran into California Alliance (CARA) seniors in March, they let him know that they do not support his ideas for addressing[Read More…]
