Chicago —(ENEWSPF)—June 29, 2017. Attorney General Lisa Madigan today joined with nine other attorneys general to demand information and documents from the federal government concerning the detention and deportation of immigrants following the administration’s executive orders on immigration and reports that show immigrants have been unlawfully detained, causing even greater[Read More…]
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Illinois Ranks Highest in Nation for Road Safety
SPRINGFIELD –(ENEWSPF)–June 29, 2017. Illinois has been recognized as the top state in the country for road safety, according to The State of Safety report released by the National Safety Council. The report uses a grading system to rank states based on policy and laws pertaining to key safety issues.[Read More…]
“At What Cost Does House Leadership Inaction Come?” Asks Congresswoman Robin Kelly (Video)
Washington, DC –(ENEWSPF)—June 29, 2017. Congresswoman Robin Kelly released this statement following her speech on the House floor calling out the toxic influence of the NRA’s money in politics that’s contributing to the gun violence that’s costing American lives: “Time and time again – tragedy after tragedy, Congress holds moments[Read More…]
Chicago Public School Board Votes to Adopt Good Food Purchasing Policy
The fourth school district in the country to adopt such a policy, the Good Food Purchasing Program will shift nearly $80 million annually in public procurement dollars toward food that is sustainable, local, humane, fair and healthy. CHICAGO, Ill.—(ENEWSPF)–June 28, 2017 – The Chicago Public School Board voted today to[Read More…]
A New Season of Theatrical Performances Welcomes You to Governor State University’s Center for Performing Arts
University Park, IL—(ENEWSPF)–June 27, 2017 – Whether you enjoy music, dance, or theatre, the 2017-18 season at Governors State University’s Center for Performing Arts invites you to explore your connection to others through art. “Art is the universal language of creativity and inclusion. You will notice these themes presented in[Read More…]
National LGBT Media Association Announces 2017 Ad POP Awards
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–June 27, 2017. The National LGBT Media Association has announced its second annual Ad POP award winners, including many top corporate brand names. Formerly known as the National Gay Media Association, the National LGBT Media Association brings together the top regional newspapers serving the U.S. lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender[Read More…]
Senator Durbin Seeks To Expand Important Tax Credit To Put Money Back In Pockets Of Workers
WASHINGTON –(ENEWSPF)–June 27, 2017. U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), along with U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH), introduced legislation that would help expand two anti-poverty tax credits that help put money back in the pockets of working Illinoisans and families. The Working Families Tax Relief Act would expand access[Read More…]
Medical Emergency: Chicago Rally on Wednesday, June 28 to Save the ACA & Demand Gov. Rauner Take a Stand to Protect Our Care
CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—June 27, 2017. Hundreds of concerned Illinois residents will make a human chain outside the Thompson Center in downtown Chicago to show support for the Affordable Care Act AND to demand that IL Governor Rauner take a stand to protect our care. Patients and doctors, both affected by this bill,[Read More…]
Chicagoans to Hold Vigil for Potential Victims of Trumpcare on Tuesday, June 27, 2017
CHICAGO, IL—(ENEWSPF)–June 27, 2017 – On Tuesday, June 27, at 6:00 p.m., Chicagoans will gather in Daley Plaza, 50 West Washington Street in downtown Chicago, to hold a vigil for those who have been lost to health care neglect in the United States, and for those who will be lost[Read More…]
Dane County, Cook County Partner To Confront Climate Change
Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced today a partnership with leaders from Dane County, Wisconsin to join “We Are Still In,” a coalition of governmental and institutional leaders dedicated to keeping America’s promise of mitigating climate change by meeting the Paris Climate Agreement. Dane County Executive Joe[Read More…]
