Springfield, IL-(ENEWSPF)- House Republican Leader Jim Durkin released a statement on the Democratic bill to sell the Thompson Center, calling it an attempted “money grab” for Chicago and a “bad deal for the taxpayers.” The statement follows: “The Democratic bill to sell the James R. Thompson Center is another attempted[Read More…]
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Durkin Passes Repeat Gun Offender Bill
Springfield, IL-(ENEWSPF)- An expansive criminal justice reform bill sponsored by House Republican Leader Jim Durkin that cracks down on repeat violent gun offenders and provides commonsense reforms cleared the Illinois Legislature this week. “One of the most gratifying moments in my life occurred when I was a prosecutor in Chicago.[Read More…]
Kelly, Durbin, Duckworth Introduce Resolution Establishing ‘National Gun Violence Awareness Day’
CHICAGO –(ENEWSPF)—June 1, 2017. U.S. Congresswoman Robin Kelly (D-IL) and U.S. Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) joined together to introduce a resolution in the House and Senate establishing June 2nd as “National Gun Violence Awareness Day” and designating June as “National Gun Violence Awareness Month.” Every day[Read More…]
Attorney General Madigan Urges Governor Rauner to Sign Student Loan Bill of Rights
AG Madigan Applauds Passage of Senate Bill 1351 to Better Protect Illinois Student Loan Borrowers Chicago —(ENEWSPF)—June 1, 2017. Attorney General Lisa Madigan applauded the Illinois House for passing legislation to reform the student loan servicing industry to help student loan borrowers repay their loans. The bill addresses widespread abuses[Read More…]
AG Madigan Issues ‘Know Your Rights’ Immigration Materials
To Help Illinois Residents Understand Their Rights When Interacting with Law Enforcement Chicago —(ENEWSPF)—June 1, 2017. Attorney General Lisa Madigan yesterday announced a “Know Your Rights” public awareness campaign that provides resources and materials to immigrants, consulate offices and non-profit organizations to educate immigrants on their constitutional rights in the[Read More…]
Speaker Madigan Statements on State Budget, Local Government Consolidation Measure, and Workers’ Compensation Reforms
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. –(ENEWSPF)—June 1, 2017. House Speaker Michael J. Madigan issued statements on Wednesday regarding the State budget, local government consolidation measure, Workers’ Compensation reforms. Regarding the House Democrats continuing to work to find common ground with Governor Rauner and toward State Budget: “There is no more urgent matter facing[Read More…]
Spartans (21-14) Topple Coal City for Sectional Finals Berth
Ottawa, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Mark DiLuia belted a three-run homer and Jordan Smevoll didn’t allow a hit in the final four innings of a two-hit complete game, as Marian Catholic advanced to the finals of the Ottawa IHSA 2A Sectional with a 4-1 decision over Coal City on Wednesday. The Spartans (21-14)[Read More…]
Marian Catholic Graduates 206; Plans To Welcome Over 275 Freshmen
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Marian Catholic High School announces its 2017 graduates. There were 207 students who were granted diplomas on May 22 at the Tinley Park Center. The school, which opened in September of 1958, has a long history of educating “Scholars with a Soul.” Over 275 freshmen are scheduled to[Read More…]
Rep. Jan Schakowsky Visits Facilities Threatened by the Trump Budget
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 30, 2017. Today, Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky visited the Armond King High Rise for seniors and the disabled in Skokie and toured the Advocate Children’s Hospital Ronald McDonald Care Mobile – two fantastic programs whose funding is directly threatened by President Trump’s proposed budget and the Republican plot to dismantle[Read More…]
Statement from Speaker Madigan on House Action to Advance Sale of Thompson Center
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. –(ENEWSPF)–May 30, 2017. Speaker Michael J. Madigan issued the following statement Tuesday after the House voted to pass Senate Bill 886, which would advance Gov. Bruce Rauner’s requested sale of the Thompson Center: “Governor Rauner has prioritized the sale of the Thompson Center and today’s action moves us[Read More…]
