WASHINGTON, DC –(ENEWSPF)—February 6, 2015. “Recent outbreaks of measles, which was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000, are extremely concerning. As a member of the Energy and Commerce Committee, I hope that we will have a hearing, as has been formally requested by Ranking Members Frank Pallone Jr., Gene[Read More…]
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Anthem Alerts Consumers to Protect Themselves from Scam Email Campaigns
INDIANAPOLIS–(ENEWSPF)–February 6, 2015– Individuals who may have been impacted by the cyber attack against Anthem, should be aware of scam email campaigns targeting current and former Anthem members. These scams, designed to capture personal information (known as “phishing”) are designed to appear as if they are from Anthem and the[Read More…]
Attorney General Madigan Alerts Consumers to Phishing Scams in Wake of Anthem Data Breach
Chicago —(ENEWSPF)—February 6, 2015. Attorney General Lisa Madigan today warned consumers who may be affected by the massive data breach reported by the health insurance company Anthem Inc. to be on the lookout for unsolicited phone calls and emails and begin taking steps to protect themselves against identity theft immediately.[Read More…]
Alliance for Retired Americans Friday Alert, Feb. 6, 2015
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 6, 2015. President’s Budget Offers a Mixed Bag for Seniors President Obama presented his Fiscal Year 2016 budget proposal on Monday, offering a mixed bag for seniors. The budget contains several changes to Medicare, including higher deductibles, new home health co-pays, and increased means testing. However, the budget[Read More…]
Regional High School Student Art Exhibit & Festival Coming to South Suburban College Through Feb. 27
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL –(ENEWSPF)–February 6, 2015. The Art and Design Department of South Suburban College is currently displaying its 20th annual SSC Regional High School Student Art Exhibit through the closing Art Festival Day on February 27th. The exhibition includes 22 regional high schools districts from Illinois and Indiana. Approximately[Read More…]
Apply Now for 2015 Scholarships and Financial Aid at South Suburban College
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–(ENEWSPF)—February 6, 2015. The South Suburban College Foundation (SSCF) 2015 Scholarship Books and Applications are now available in the President’s Office (Room 2134), the Financial Aid Office (2355) and online at www.ssc.edu/foundation. The SSC Financial Aid Office is also encouraging all prospective and current students to complete the[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel, Secretary Foxx Announce Your New Blue O’Hare Branch Modernization Project To Receive $120 Million In Federal Funding
The $120 Million Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) funding is part of a four year, $492 million CTA Modernization Project – Your New Blue CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–February 6, 2015. Mayor Rahm Emanuel and U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx yesterday announced that $120 million of federal funding has been[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel and Choose Chicago Announce Record Tourism in 2014
Chicago Saw Record Room Demand, Record Meetings and Conventions Bookings in 2014; Making Chicago a Premier Destination for Tourism and Entertainment is a Key Part of the Plan for Economic Growth and Jobs CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–February 6, 2015. Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Don Welsh, President and CEO of Choose Chicago, yesterday announced[Read More…]
Senator Durbin Discusses Illinois Law Enforcement Issues With ATF Special Agent In Charge In Chicago Carl Vasilko
WASHINGTON, D.C. –(ENEWSPF)—February 6, 2015. U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) met with Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Special Agent In Charge of the Chicago Field Division Carl Vasilko yesterday to discuss crime gun tracing and the ongoing law enforcement efforts of the ATF Crime Gun Intelligence Center in[Read More…]
Senators Durbin, Cummings Introduce Legislation To Put Coordinated Federal Oversight Of For-Profit College Industry Into Law
Committee to improve enforcement of federal law and increase for-profit college accountability to students and taxpayers established by executive action last year WASHINGTON, D.C. –(ENEWSPF)—February 6, 2015. Assistant Senate Democratic Leader, U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) and U.S. Representative Elijah Cummings (D-MD), the Ranking Member of the House Committee on[Read More…]
