Rekia Boyd, who was born on November 5th, 1989, was shot and killed by off-duty police officer Dante Servin in 2012. CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–November 3, 2016. Three events will be held this weekend to honor the life of Rekia Boyd. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4 –Poetic Justice Poetry Slam in Bronzeville ~ Tribute to[Read More…]
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Stevie Wonder to Hold GOTV Performance in Philadelphia on Friday, November 4
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–November 2, 2016. On Friday, November 4, award-winning artist and performer Stevie Wonder will hold a Get Out The Vote (GOTV) performance in Philadelphia as part of the “Love Trumps Hate” performance series. Wonder is one of the world’s most gifted singer-songwriters, a member of the Rock and Roll[Read More…]
Grassroots Coalition Calls For Illinois to Sue Wall Street Banks to Recover Money Lost on Predatory Financial Deals
Chicago–(ENEWSPF)–November 2, 2016. On Wednesday a coaltion of organizations including Grassroots Collaborative, Brighton Park Neighborhood Council, ReFund America Project, SEIU Healthcare, University Professionals of Illinois, and State Representative Will Guzzardi (D-39) held a press conference about financial deals being cut between Governor Rauner and Wall Street banks. Participants called on[Read More…]
Park Forest Veterans Day Celebration on November 11 to Honor All Who Served
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–November 2, 2016. The Park Forest Veterans Commission invite all to attend a Veterans Day Celebration on Friday, November 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Freedom Hall, 410 Lakewood Boulevard. Programming will include a static display of military vehicles, provided by The Veterans Garage, spanning various[Read More…]
Eddie Vedder’s Music Video ‘All The Way’ Commemorates Cubs World Series Win
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–November 2, 2016. After 108 years of waiting, the Chicago Cubs finally won the World Series. To commemorate this historical event, the Cubs posted a new music video for Eddie Vedder’s love song to the team “All The Way.” The new video includes fans and players celebrating the World Series win. [Read More…]
Watch: Chicago Cubs Win World Series In Game 7
Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Chicago Cubs defeated the Cleveland Indians 8-7 to win the 2016 World Series Thursday night at Cleveland’s Progressive Field, ending the team’s 108-year drought.
Cubs Win First World Series In 108 Years (Watch)
Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Chicago Cubs win their first World Series in 108 years. In a game that had Cubs’ fans standing, sitting, laughing, crying, and finally jumping for joy, the Chicago Cubs defeated the Cleveland Indians in game 7 of the World Series 8-7.
Clinton Tops Trump in Illinois, Duckworth Remains in Lead for Senate, Loras College Poll Finds
DUBUQUE, Iowa–(ENEWSPF)–November 1, 2016 – In its new survey of Illinois, the Loras College Poll finds Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton with a strong lead over Republican nominee Donald Trump. The poll also finds Democratic challenger Tammy Duckworth with a lead over incumbent Republican Mark Kirk in the race for[Read More…]
Before I Do: In Conversation with Author Elizabeth Schwartz at the Center on Halsted Wednesday, November 16th
CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—November 1, 2016. On Wednesday, November 16 at 7 p.m., leading gay rights attorney Elizabeth F. Schwartz will spell out the range of practical considerations couples should address before tying the knot, and explore the rights marriage provides – and those it does not. The event will be held at the Center[Read More…]
Santa Speedo Run – Boystown on December 3 to Benefit Center on Halsted’s Youth Housing Initiative
Chicago—(ENEWSPF)—November 1, 2016. The Center on Halsted will hold its Santa Speedo Run – Boystown on Saturday, December 3 from noon to 5. GET YOUR SANTA ON! Better yet, take it off – when you run with us this December. The Santa Speedo Run – Boystown is more than an[Read More…]
