CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–June 29, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today launched official Twitter and Flickr pages to provide Illinois residents with yet another way to access and communicate with state government. Governor Quinn’s new social media sites will be regularly updated with the latest state news and videos, as well as the Governor’s[Read More…]
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Illinois Film Office Announces ‘Transformers 3’ Brings in $24 Million to State
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–June 29, 2011. As Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon premieres nationwide today, the Illinois Film Office (IFO) highlighted the strong economic impact the movie had on the state economy. The movie, which was partially filmed in Illinois last year, generated approximately $24 million in spending in the state and[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Accepts National Honor for Job-Creation Efforts in Biotechnology
WASHINGTON D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–June 29, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today was named Governor of the Year by a leading nationwide biotechnology advocacy group in recognition of his efforts to create jobs by advancing the biotechnology industry in Illinois. “The focus of my administration is creating jobs in Illinois,” said Governor Quinn. “Advancing[Read More…]
WGN: Cook County State’s Attorney Investigating Dwight Welch (Video)
Country Club Hills-(ENEWSPF)- Country Club Hills Mayor Dwight Welch caught spending thousands of dollars with his city credit card. Video courtesy WGN. Related: Public Comment After Mayor Dwight Welch Loses City Credit Card (Video/Story) Country Club Hills Council Takes Away Mayor Dwight Welch’s Credit Card (Video/Story)
Public Comment After Mayor Dwight Welch Loses City Credit Card (Video/Story)
Country Club Hills, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Blistering. Angry. Harsh. The public comment portion of the Monday’s city council meeting was direct and pointed, culminating in calls for Mayor Dwight Welch’s resignation. "I’m not paying so you can go see your "honey-dew" on the other side of town," one woman told the council.[Read More…]
Country Club Hills Council Takes Away Mayor Dwight Welch’s Credit Card (Video/Story)
Shelia and Lela Walker, seated, wait before the meeting with a message for the mayor, "Welch, we want our money back." (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Country Club Hills, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Country Club Hills city council voted Monday night to strip Mayor Dwight Welch of the taxpayer-funded credit card he had carried[Read More…]
GSU’s Doctor of Physical Therapy Program’s Accreditation Status Reaffirmed for 10 Years
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Governors State University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy Program (DPT) recently received reaffirmation of its accreditation status from The Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). The program’s accreditation extends through June 30, 2021. CAPTE’s specialized accreditation process is extremely rigorous, involving extensive internal and external review[Read More…]
Free LSAT Prep Class at Governors State University
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Governors State University is offering a free Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) preparation class. The course begins with a mandatory pre-test on Saturday, August 20, at 9 a.m., in room B2203. After the pre-test, classes will be held on Mondays, beginning August 22 and through April 30,[Read More…]
IL Dept. of Employment Security Offices Closed July 4 to Observe Independence Day
Customers Should Certify; Services Available on Internet CHICAG—(ENEWSPF)—June 28, 2011. Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) offices will close Monday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. Services will be available at the website. Claimants scheduled to certify for benefits should do so. Regular office hours of 8:30 a.m. to[Read More…]
Statement from Governor Quinn on the Passing of Former First Lady Lura Lynn Ryan
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–June 28, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn issued a statement on the passing of former Illinois first lady Lura Lynn Ryan, who passed away Monday at the age of 76. “As Illinois’ first lady, Lura Lynn Ryan dedicated herself to representing those whose voices weren’t heard. She worked tirelessly to protect[Read More…]
