Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart is warning of a sophisticated phone scam targeting Cook County residents. In this scam, an unsolicited caller claiming to be from Apple Inc. states that there has been a security compromise to their device and/or iCloud account. The caller then directs the[Read More…]
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Marian Catholic High School Celebrates 60th Anniversary
Veritas III Gala Raises More Than $113,000 for Scholarships Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Marian Catholic continued its year-long celebration of the school’s 60th Anniversary with Veritas III, a scholarship benefit held on February 22, 2019 in the Sr. M. Paul McCaughey, OP Leadership Center. Alumni, parents, faculty members, and friends gathered[Read More…]
Spartans (27-5) Thwarted by Simeon on Deciding Hoop in Final Seconds
Blue Island, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Simeon scored with less than two seconds remaining Wednesday, escaping with a 48-46 victory over Marian Catholic in the Eisenhower IHSA 4A Sectional semifinals. Joe Green paced three Spartans in double figures with 16 points and eight rebounds, while Ahron Ulis chipped in 15 points and seven[Read More…]
Freedom Hall Matinee Series Presents Singer-Songwriter Ruthie Foster
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- On Friday, March 8 at 7:30 p.m., the 2019 Freedom Hall Series will present Ruthie Foster backed by her stellar band. In the tightknit musical community of Austin, Texas, it’s tough to get away with posturing. You either bring it, or you don’t. If you do, word[Read More…]
Speaker Madigan on Past Complaints of Discrimination, Harassment
Springfield, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan released a lengthy statement Tuesday afternoon regarding past complaints of discrimination and harassment involving Travis Shea. The statement follows: In February 2018, the Office of the Speaker released a summary of past complaints of discrimination and harassment. That document included descriptions of two[Read More…]
Village Trustee & Mayoral Forum Videos
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The forums were packed on Sunday. The Board Room was standing room only. These forum videos don’t do justice to the crowd, focused as they are on the candidates and moderator. Even after the first forum that featured Library Board candidates, people still entered Village Hall. Volunteers[Read More…]
Village Stickers on Sale Now; Rates Increase May 1
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- It’s that time of the year already. Sales of the Village of Park Forest vehicle sticker begin each year on March 1. The 2019-20 vehicle sticker may be purchased now at Village Hall or online. Vehicle stickers must be purchased and properly displayed on all vehicles registered[Read More…]
DeLuca Pushes for Property Tax Relief in Legislature
Springfield, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Responding news that county and township assessors have sent out property tax bills to local homeowners, state Rep. Anthony DeLuca, D-Chicago Heights, issued the following statement reinforcing the need for real property tax relief for Illinois residents: “Property taxes have continued to rise forcing families out of their[Read More…]
South Suburban Housing Center Receives Governor’s Conference Illinois Housing Counseling Agency of the Year Award
Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- On Tuesday, February 26, 2019, the Homewood based South Suburban Housing Center (SSHC), was awarded the distinction of 2019 Illinois Housing Counseling Agency of the Year at the Housing Champion Awards Ceremony conducted during the annual Governor’s Conference for Affordable Housing. Co-sponsor of the event, the Illinois Housing[Read More…]
The Village Trustee Candidates – In Their Own Words
Correction: The election forum is Sunday, March 3, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. The original date was incorrect. We regret the error. Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- There are three candidates on the ballot for village trustee in Park Forest this year. With three seats open, voters have little choice. The election is[Read More…]
