Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—July 24, 2015. Looking for something to do with the kids this summer? Help the Lorax find and protect the different species of trees in Thorn Creek Woods at Trees Big and Small-The Lorax program on Sunday, July 26 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Musical clues and[Read More…]
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Sounds of Insects at Thorn Creek Woods on July 31
Registration Required by Wednesday, July 29 Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—July 24, 2015. As the sun goes down many animals are just becoming active, and even though it is hard to see them with the fading light, you know they are there because of their calls. Join a naturalist at Thorn Creek[Read More…]
CAIR-Chicago Seeks Hate Crime Probe of Illinois Mosque Vandalism
CHICAGO, IL–(ENEWSPF)–July 24, 2015 – The Chicago chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-Chicago) yesterday requested a hate crimes investigation into recent vandalism at the Islamic Center of the Quad Cities in Moline, Ill. On July 20, 2015, a window at the Islamic Center of the Quad Cities was[Read More…]
Rep. Robin Kelly Announces Federal Grant to Boost Manteno Fire District Staff
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—July 24, 2015. Congresswoman Robin Kelly announced today that the Manteno Community Fire Protection District was awarded a three-year federal grant to support the hiring of additional firefighters. “Because the Manteno area is growing, it’s imperative that the fire protection district be adequately staffed to fully protect residents and[Read More…]
Cook County Sheriff Dart Keynote Speaker for Prairie State College Mental Health Conference on Sept. 17
CHICAGO HEIGHTS–(ENEWSPF)–July 24, 2015. Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart will be the keynote presenter during the Prairie State College (PSC) Second Annual Mental Health Conference, “Changing Perspectives and Altering Perceptions: Understanding Mental Health.” The event is scheduled from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 17, in the Conference[Read More…]
Governor Signs Historic Anti-BDS Law in Illinois
Illinois Becomes First State in America to Divest Public Pension Funds from Foreign Companies that Boycott Israel CHICAGO –(ENEWSPF)–July 24, 2015. Flanked by bipartisan legislators, Jewish community leaders and the Consul General of Israel to the Midwest, Gov. Bruce Rauner today signed historic legislation making Illinois the first state in[Read More…]
Rep. Gutierrez: Floor Speech on the ‘Donald Trump Act’ H.R. 3009
Rep. Gutiérrez: “Just a few weeks into his campaign and Donald Trump has a bill on the floor of the House. That is better than some of the Senators he is running against.” Washington, DC –(ENEWSPF)–July 23, 2015. Today, Rep. Luis V. Gutiérrez (D-IL) spoke on the House floor in opposition to[Read More…]
Forest Preserve District of Will County and Thorn Creek Audubon Society to Host ‘Hummingbirds Up Close’ Program on August 15
Colibri thalassinus (cat.) Source: www.wikimedia.org Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—July 23, 2015. The Forest Preserve District of Will County in cooperation with Thorn Creek Audubon Society will host the ‘Hummingbirds Up Close’ program on Saturday, August 15 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. The event will be held at Audubon’s new program[Read More…]
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Takes Action Against Student Financial Aid Services, Inc. for Illegal Recurring Billing Scheme
Company to Pay $5.2 Million For Illegally Billing Over 100,000 Consumers WASHINGTON, D.C. –-(ENEWSPF)–July 23, 2015. Today the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau filed a complaint and proposed consent order in federal court against Student Financial Aid Services, Inc. for illegal sales and billing practices. The Bureau alleges that the company,[Read More…]
Congresswoman Robin Kelly to Host Second District Veteran Workshop On July 31
MATTESON—(ENEWSPF)—July 23, 2015. Congresswoman Kelly will host a Veteran Workshop providing expert information on veteran housing and after-service careers on Friday, July 31, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Calumet City Public Library, 660 Manistee Avenue, Calumet City. Representatives from federal and local agencies, along with veteran resource[Read More…]
