by Dahr Jamail February 16th, 2009 | T r u t h o u t “Mankind must put an end to war or war will put an end to mankind.” -John F. Kennedy It is not the threat of violence that weighs on the people of Iraq. It is the[Read More…]
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GSU Hosts Women’s History Month Presentation
University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– In honor of Women’s History Month, Governors State University will host “Leading by Example,” a discussion led by Dr. Sharon M. Hudson on March 3, from 5 to 7 p.m., in the Hall of Honors Dr. Hudson will discuss the different talents and characteristics that can either[Read More…]
Six Chicago Area Defendants Indicted in Alleged $10 Million Mortgage Fraud Scheme
Chicago, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Six Chicago area defendants were indicted on federal charges for allegedly fraudulently obtaining more than $10 million in mortgage loan proceeds from various lenders by submitting false loan applications and supporting documents, federal law enforcement officials announced today. The defendants, who include loan officers, processors, a contractor and[Read More…]
SD 163 Board Meets February 23
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Board of Education foro School District 163 will meet as a Committee-of-the-Whole, Monday, February 23, 2009 at the District Office, 242 South Orchard Drive, Park Forest, IL 60466. The meeting will be held in the Board Room and will be called to order at 8:00 p.m.[Read More…]
Rich East Girl’s Basketball Scoring Roundup
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Rich East High School provided the following statistics from two Girls Varsity Basketball games held last week: In the February 16, 2009 game between Rich East High School and Chicago George Washington High School, the Rockets topped George Washington 72 to 51. Nicolette Stevenson scored 23 points,had[Read More…]
Feb. 24 Primary Election in Cook County: Key Facts, Media Credentials
Cook County, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Clerk David Orr reminds voters in Berwyn, Calumet City, Cicero, Dolton and Elgin togo to the polls on Tuesday for the Consolidated Primary Election. Here’s some information you may need to know: Polls will be open Tuesday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Registered voters: 173,644 Precincts[Read More…]
Criminal Profiling Workshop Coming to GSU
University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Learn the fundamentals of criminal profiling, its uses, and benefits in a three-day Profiling Techniques Workshop at Governors State University. The three-session workshop will be held on Saturday, March 7, 14, and 21, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Participants will learn strategies for investigation and interview,[Read More…]
Rep. Riley Announces 2009 Scholarship Applications Available
Hazel Crest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Representative Al Riley (D – Olympia Fields) announced that applications for eight 2009-2010 Illinois General Assembly Scholarships are now available for students residing in the 38th Legislative District. Applications must be returned by 4 p.m., March 27th to Rep. Riley’s office, located at 3649 W. 183rd, Suite[Read More…]
Volunteers Needed for Sertoma Centre’s Annual Field Trip
Matteson, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Sertoma Centre is looking for people willing to donate one evening of their time on March 24th to help over 600 individuals with disabilities. We ask you to join other volunteers for a bus ride to McCormick Place and a few hours of packing vendor booths. For the[Read More…]
PSC Site For GED Preparation Classes
Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Prairie State College is offering free General Education Development (GED®) classes for the high school equivalency exam. GED® preparation classes are open to those at least 16 years of age who are out of school but have not completed high school. A GED® certificate provides the opportunity[Read More…]
