The Theatre School at DePaul University announces the 2014-15 season, featuring two world premieres, reimagined classics, contemporary pieces and engaging entertainment for the whole family. This year marks the 90th anniversary season and the second year of presenting productions at the school’s new artistic home at 2350 N. Racine Ave.[Read More…]
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Mayor Emanuel Marks Halfway Point For 2014 Street Resurfacing
City Departments and Utilities Have Already Resurfaced 175 Miles, More than was Completed in All of 2011; 355 Miles of Chicago Streets and Alleys to be Resurfaced In 2014 CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—September 5, 2014. Mayor Rahm Emanuel visited a Department of Transportation street resurfacing crew today and announced that the City has[Read More…]
Senator Kirk Visits Boeing to Emphasize Importance of Export-Import Bank Reauthorization to Illinois Jobs
Ex-Im Bank Supports 244 Illinois Businesses and 205,000 American Jobs Nationwide; Boeing is One of Illinois’ Largest Employers, Faces Unfair Chinese Competition ST. LOUIS, Mo.–(ENEWSPF)–September 5, 2014. U.S. Senator Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) visited The Boeing Company today, along with Jim O’Neill, President of Global Services and Support and St. Louis[Read More…]
In Observance of Grandparents Day State of Illinois Praises Grandparents Raising Their Grandchildren
Dept on Aging funds support services for grandparents who need assistance to provide a stable environment for their grandchildren SPRINGFIELD –(ENEWSPF)–September 5, 2014. In observance of Grandparents Day this Sunday, September 7, Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) Director John K. Holton, Ph.D., praises grandparents who are raising their grandchildren and[Read More…]
Governors State University Welcomes Co-host of Democracy Now and Renowned Journalist for Keynote Address on Sept. 26
University Park, Illinois –(ENEWSPF)—September 5, 2014. He’s sat down with Venezuela’s Hugo Chavez, Bolivia’s Evo Morales and Iran’s Mahmoud Ahmadinejad; authored three books and spent his more than 30-year career as a crusader for racial equality in journalism. Governors State University is pleased to welcome the co-host of “Democracy Now”[Read More…]
Chicago Named Second Best City In America For Cycling By Bicycling Magazine
Second in 2014 from Fifth in 2012; Magazine Cites Mayor Emanuel’s Plan to Build Network of Bike Lanes and the Popularity of Divvy Bike Share System CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–September 5, 2014. Mayor Rahm Emanuel today celebrated Chicago’s new ranking by Bicycling Magazine as the second best city in America for cycling, up[Read More…]
Statement from Mayor Rahm Emanuel on the Passing of Roy Leonard
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–September 5, 2014. “For more than 30 years Roy Leonard was a cornerstone for WGN arts and entertainment news with one of the most prolific careers of any broadcaster in Chicago. While the city has lost one of its great radio legends, his impact on the lives of those he[Read More…]
Alliance for Retired Americans Friday Alert, September 5, 2014
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–September 5, 2014. Happy Grandparents Day! Sunday, September 7 is Grandparents Day. In Ohio, Alliance members are celebrating the day with an event in Cortland. In Illinois, Alliance members in the East St. Louis area are celebrating the holiday today with Rep. William Enyart. “I want to say Happy[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel, Chicago Park District, Aldermen Austin & Beale Announce $6.5 Million in New Investments in Youth Baseball, Softball
Capital investments to fund three new south side turf fields and contributions from Chicago White Sox, Chicago Cubs to expand youth programming CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—September 4, 2014. Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Alderman Anthony Beale, Alderman Carrie Austin and Chicago Park District General Superintendent Michael Kelly announced today $6.5 million new investments for youth[Read More…]
Matteson District 162, Southland College Prep Administrators Take the Ice Bucket Challenge
Homer Thomas, Southland College Prep’s Athletic Director, receives the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge from three of the new public charter high school’s basketball players: (l.to r.) David Blutcher, Jiar Millinar and Michael Ward-Fleming, all seniors. (Photo: John Smierciak). Richton Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- "We’re all in and all wet," was the rally[Read More…]
