Additionally, Chicago Public Schools to Build 27 School Playgrounds in 2015 CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–February 23, 2015. Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Alderman Mary O’Connor, Alderman Joe Moore, Chicago Park District General Superintendent Michael P. Kelly and community members yesterday announced that, as part of Mayor Emanuel’s Chicago Plays! program, 77 playgrounds will be refurbished[Read More…]
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Federal Job-protected Family and Medical Leave Rights Extended to Eligible Workers in Same-sex Marriages
US Labor Dept. updates Family and Medical Leave Act’s definition of spouse WASHINGTON —(ENEWSPF)—February 23, 2015. Workers in legal, same-sex marriages, regardless of where they live, will now have the same rights as those in opposite-sex marriages to federal job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act to care[Read More…]
Senator Kirk, Battle Buddies Hustle up the Hancock Center
CHICAGO –(ENEWSPF)–February 23, 2015. U.S. Senator Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) yesterday released the following statement on climbing the stairs of the Hancock Center with his Battle Buddies: “My battle buddy Jackson has inspired me to never give up and to work hard every day during my recovery, and it is my[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of February 23, 2015
George and Connie Manno enjoy the company of friends at St. Irenaeus’ Fish Fry Friday. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—February 23, 2015. As I mentioned last week, I’ll be taking a hiatus from ‘In & Around Park Forest’ until March 16. I have attempted to include as much information[Read More…]
Attorney General Madigan Assigns Teams to Monitor Chicago, Springfield Elections on Feb. 24th
Chicago —(ENEWSPF)—February 23, 2015. Attorney General Lisa Madigan announced today that 140 teams of assistant attorneys general and investigators from her office will be monitoring elections in Chicago and Springfield on Tuesday, Feb. 24, to ensure that voters’ rights are protected and polling places are accessible. Madigan urged voters to[Read More…]
Alliance for Retired Americans Friday Alert, Feb. 20, 2015
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 20, 2015. Retirees Visit More than 120 Members of Congress with Retirement Security Message Members of the Alliance visited over 120 Members of Congress and staff in their home states this week during the Presidents Day recess. “Under the new 114th Congress, retirees issues are once again under[Read More…]
DePaul University Opera Theatre Presents Mozart’s ‘Magic Flute’
The DePaul University Opera Theatre will present Mozart’s “The Magic Flute” at the historic Merle Reskin Theatre, located at 60 E Balbo Drive. The opera premiers March 13 and offers a second and final performance March 15. (Image provided by the School of Music) CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—February 20, 2015. The DePaul University[Read More…]
Snow and Freezing Rain to Impact Travel in Illinois, Feb. 20, 2015
IDOT Crews Prepared to Battle Winter Weather this Weekend SPRINGFIELD –(ENEWSPF)—February 20, 2015. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) announced today that a winter storm is expected to produce measurable snowfall and freezing rain in parts of Illinois tonight and Saturday, creating the possibility of hazardous travel conditions. Motorists should[Read More…]
Illinois Department of Human Rights Announces 2015 Spring Training Schedule
CHICAGO – (ENEWSPF)—February 20, 2015. The Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR) is pleased to announce its 2015 Spring Training Schedule, focusing on compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act and workplace trends centered on issues of discrimination. IDHR’s Institute for Training and Development will hold 9 complimentary, open-to-the-public training[Read More…]
Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by Dr. Jill Biden at DREAM 2015
Baltimore, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–February 20, 2015. Good morning! Thank you for that warm welcome! I’d like to thank Robin, for that wonderful introduction. I think she is the perfect example of why this convening and your work is so important. Let’s give another round of applause for Robin—what an amazing student. I[Read More…]
