A few leaves on the ground near a sign advertising the Neighborhood Meeting on October 26 at 7 p.m. at Freedom Hall. (ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—October 17, 2011. Habitat for Humanity Chicago South Suburbs will be hosting an orientation session on Saturday, October 22 for those interested in participating in[Read More…]
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The Life and Death of Vincent van Gogh (CBS 60 Minutes Videos)
(Part I) From CBS 60 Minutes: His paintings are among the most well-known in the world, just like the story of his life and death: Vincent van Gogh was a troubled genius who killed himself. But now the authors of a biography say their exhaustive investigation strongly indicates he may[Read More…]
Hundreds of Occupy Chicago Protesters Arrested
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–October 15, 2011. Occupy Chicago reports that hundreds being arrested and transported by CTA buses and police wagons to jail. Remaining protesters plan to march shortly to 18th st & State st, location of the jail, to express their solidarity with arrested brothers and sisters. Call Mayor Rahm Emanuel and[Read More…]
Occupy Chicago Schedule for Global Day of Occupation
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–Octobr 15, 2011. Join Occupy Chicago and the world for a celebratory day of protest. Arrive by 6:30pm (or earlier!) dressed in your best as suggested by legal team. If staying the night, bring what you need like tents, sleeping bags, blankets… 12:00pm Occupy the Hood, Chicago kicks off[Read More…]
‘Miss Representation’ Official Trailer
Newest Miss Representation Trailer (2011 Sundance Film Festival Official Selection) from Miss Representation on Vimeo. A necessary and important film. Learn more here: http://missrepresentation.org/
Illinois Film Office Announces Winner of Fourth Annual Shortcuts Competition
“A Certain Breed” premieres at the 2011 Chicago International Film Festival CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–October 14, 2011. The Illinois Film Office (IFO) today announced the winner of Shortcuts, Illinois’ short film contest. The winning film, A Certain Breed, was directed by Chicago-resident Scott Smith and produced by John Fromstein. The film will screen[Read More…]
Durbin Announces Over $26.4 Million Investment in Illinois Communities and Housing Agencies
Cook County to receive $15.3 million for community development, shelter housing and affordable housing programs WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–October 14, 2011. Assistant Senate Majority Leader Dick Durbin (D-IL) announced today that Illinois communities and housing agencies will receive $26,425,768 in grant funding from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The[Read More…]
Durbin Announces $2.4 Million FEMA Grant for Flood Protection Efforts in Addison
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–October 14, 2011. U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) today announced that the Village of Addison has been awarded a $2,467,869 grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for flood protection efforts. “This project will protect the health, safety and welfare of Addison residents,” said Durbin. “By supporting flood[Read More…]
Join Occupy Chicago for Global Occupy Day, Saturday, October 15
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–October 14, 2011. Saturday night, October 15, OCCUPY CHICAGO invites you to protest in solidarity with National Occupy Day! DRESS TO IMPRESS in your classiest best. Suits and ties and dresses welcomed! RSVP: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=164777086946777¬if_t=event_invite Be sure to bring your phone and camera to document a night you won’t want to forget![Read More…]
Alliance for Retired Americans Friday Alert, October 14, 2011
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–October 14, 2011. Social Security COLA Increase Finally Coming, but Offset by Medicare Premiums After two years without an inflation adjustment, the Social Security Administration is expected to announce a 2012 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) of more than 3 percent on October 19th. The annual Social Security COLA is determined[Read More…]
