Springfield–(ENEWSPF)–June 2, 2011. Attorney General Lisa Madigan today said the legislature took a bold stand for the hard-working men and women of Illinois by approving legislation that will help ensure the payment of fair and honest wages on publicly funded projects. Madigan assisted in authoring House Bill 3237 with sponsors[Read More…]
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203 Civil Union licenses Issued in Cook County on Day 1
Lakeesha Harris and Janean Watkins pose with MWRD Commissioner Debra Shore and an Eli’s Cheesecake. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Cook County, IL-(ENEWSPF)-Cook County Clerk David Orr’s office issued 203 civil union licenses Wednesday, the first day legal partnerships between same-sex and opposite-sex couples were granted in Illinois. Most couples arrived before the clerk’s[Read More…]
Civil Unions in Illinois
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–June 1, 2011. After years of work – Illinois is taking a step toward equality today! Beginning at midnight in some counties, couples across Illinois – including same sex couples – visited their local County Clerk offices to apply for civil union licenses. Starting tomorrow, we will enjoy watching couples[Read More…]
Durbin and Kirk Announce Federal Grant to Prevent Layoffs at Waukegan Fire Department
WAUKEGAN, IL–(ENEWSPF)–June 1, 2011 The Waukegan Fire Department will be able to retain five fully trained and qualified firefighters as a result of a $1,229,990 federal grant through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), U.S. Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Mark Kirk (R-IL) said today. The Waukegan Fire Department is[Read More…]
Rep. DeLuca Calls Attention to Notable State Legislative Developments
Springfield, IL—(ENEWSPF)—June 1, 2011. As lawmakers concluded the 2011 spring legislative session yesterday, State Representative Anthony DeLuca (D-Chicago Heights) highlighted several notable legislative developments, namely the passage of state budget reforms and legislation allowing landlords to evict tenants who engage in criminal activity. “Through the budget reforms enacted by the[Read More…]
Presidential Proclamation–Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride Month
BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)– The story of America’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) community is the story of our fathers and sons, our mothers and daughters, and our friends and neighbors who continue the task of making our country a[Read More…]
GSU Student Speaker Embraces Life
Tamara Kroeger of South Holland, student speaker at the GSU Spring Commencement. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– At its Spring Commencement ceremony, Governors State University will award bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees to more than 650 graduates. In addition to earning her Bachelor of Arts in Social Science, Tamara Kroeger[Read More…]
Old and New Members Only Preview Night At The Park Forest Aqua Center
Lifeguards at the Park Forest Aqua Center are ready to welcome the summer crowds. (Photo: VOPF) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Stop by the Park Forest Aqua Center this Friday, June 3, 4 to 7 p.m. The Friday forecast is HOT!!! So what better time to visit and check out the Park[Read More…]
Prairie State College Announces Firefighter II Graduates
Prairie State College’s Firefighter II Program Graduates (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)–Prairie State College (PSC) recently held a ceremony recognizing 18 graduates from its Firefighter II program. The vigorous, hands-on training program prepares students to become municipal firefighters and take the state fire marshal exam. The program follows the standards[Read More…]
PSC to Hold Info Night for Parents and Students
Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Choosing the right college is a tough decision. Prairie State College (PSC) is holding an Info Night to make that choice a little easier. Among the many options that PSC offers, students can earn an associate’s degree to transfer to a four-year school or gain job specific[Read More…]
