Chicago Light Brigade report accuses Chicago Public Schools, the Department of Public Health and Alderman Moore of failing to inform parents of dangerous school conditions and allowing hazards to continue unaddressed for nearly 1,000 school days. CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—October 21, 2014. Amid growing complaints unsanitary conditions and inadequate maintenance in Chicago’s public schools, Chicago[Read More…]
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Mayor Emanuel And Peoples Gas Announce $1 Million For Help With Residential Heating Bills
Peoples Gas’ ‘Share the Warmth’ fund doubles to keep Chicagoans warm this winter Chicago, IL –(ENEWSPF)–October 20k, 2014. Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Peoples Gas announced today a doubling of funding for Share the Warmth, a financial assistance program that helps low-income families pay their heating bills. This winter, the City[Read More…]
The Chicago Community Trust Renews Grant for Chicago-based Artist Series at Governors State University Center for Performing Arts
University Park, IL –(ENEWSPF)—October 20, 2014. For the fourth straight year, The Chicago Community Trust is supporting the work of Governors State University’s Center for Performing Arts. The grant awarded this season for $25,000 will be used towards GSU Center’s “Made in Chicago” series, which brings the best in Chicago-area[Read More…]
Senator Durbin Applauds Administration’s Move To Increase Security & Prevent Fraud For Credit and Debit Cards
Executive Order requires federal government credit and debit cards to incorporate “chip-and-PIN” technology WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–October 20, 2014. U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) today applauded President Obama’s decision to issue an Executive Order that is intended to better secure financial transactions and safeguard sensitive consumer data. The Order requires government payment[Read More…]
How Bruce Rauner Makes Money From For-profit Schools and Worthless Degrees
Students get stuck with a substandard education and crushing debt, while Rauner and his Wall Street buddies run away with profits Chicago, IL—(ENEWSPF)—October 20, 2014. This morning the Chicago Reader published a piece outlining how billionaire Bruce Rauner attempts to profit from ripping off college students and taxpayers. Both in his[Read More…]
Oct 22: ‘We Charge Genocide’ Presents Report on Chicago Police Violence and Hosts Silent Protest on National Day of Action Against Police Brutality
Chicago organizers release report they will present to the UN, exposing ongoing, pervasive Chicago Police violations of the Convention Against Torture, as well as call for a protest at the 11th District Police Station, formerly run by disgraced Commander Glenn Evans. CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—October 20, 2014. On October 22, a national day of action against police brutality,[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of October 20, 2014
The cast of Godspell after Sunday’s performance at Marian Catholic High School. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—October 20, 2014. Halloween activities are beginning in and around Park Forest this week that will be provide lots of fun for those of all ages. You’ll find a list of activities in[Read More…]
Governor Quinn and Mayor Emanuel Announce $20 Million Investment for Gately Park in Chicago
Investment will Build New Indoor Track at the Pullman Neighborhood Park CHICAGO –(ENEWSPF)–October 18, 2014. Governor Pat Quinn and Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel today announced a $20 million investment to construct a new indoor track facility at Gately Park in the Pullman Neighborhood. Today’s announcement is part of Governor Quinn’s[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Visits Chicago Chocolate Business as Illinois Comeback Continues
Unemployment Rate Falls for 7th Consecutive Month, Employers Add 19,300 Jobs CHICAGO –(ENEWSPF)–October 17, 2014. As Illinois’ unemployment rate continued falling to its lowest point in more than six years, Governor Pat Quinn today visited Vosges Haut-Chocolat in Chicago to discuss the state’s ongoing economic comeback. In September, Illinois’ unemployment[Read More…]
South Suburban College’s Breakfast with BCI Workshop Series Presents Implementing Tablets and Smart Phones into Your Small Business on November 6
South Holland, IL—(ENEWSFP)—October 17, 2014. The South Suburban College Business & Career Institute (BCI) presents a Breakfast with BCI Workshop: Implementing Tablets and Smart Phones into Your Small Business. This workshop will be facilitated by Allen Babiarz, BCI Client Solutions & Project Manager on Thursday, November 6, 2014, in the[Read More…]
